What is a counselor?

Counselors work with all students, school staff, families and members of the community as a part of the educational program. The role of the LCTC counselor is to help all students fully develop their academic, career, personal and social abilities.
What Do Counselors Do?
- Advise students on school planning
- Assist students in obtaining extra help
- Provide personal and social counseling services to students
- Connect students and families to resources within the community.
- Assist students with career planning
- Provide students with information related to post-secondary opportunities:
- College
- Military
- Training
- Employment
Why Contact a Counselor?
When you need assistance with:
- School achievement concerns
- School planning & course selection
- Post-secondary planning (college, technical schools, financial aid, scholarships, articulated credit, dual enrollment)
- Personal needs or concerns
- Crisis situations
- Family transitions (i.e. death, divorce, re-marriage, new sibling)
What Information Is Available?
- ACT & ASVAB Testing
- Career & Technical Training
- Continuing Education
- Employment Opportunities
- Financial Aid/Scholarships
- Internships
- Military
When & How To Contact Us
Before school, during break, between classes or after school
During class – with instructor written permission
Referral by:
- Yourself
- Administration
- Teachers/Staff
- Parents/Guardians
- Peers
- Other Counselors
We are available to you from 7:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. every school day, Monday - Friday.
Contact the Counseling Office by phone or email to schedule an appointment, if necessary.
Phone: 573-346-9276
Get to Know Your Counselor!