The Penn High School Counseling Center helps students succeed academically, supports their social and emotional well-being, and prepares them for life after graduation.
Our professional school counselors work with students and families on academic planning, course selection, graduation requirements, college and career readiness, and personal development.
Contact the Penn High School Counseling Center
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:15 a.m.–3:45 p.m.
Phone: (574) 258-9502
Fax: (574) 254-2856
To contact an individual counselor or staff member, call (574) 258-9500, press the * key, and enter the five-digit extension listed below.
Search the Penn High School Staff Directory for Email Contacts
Penn High School Counseling Center Staff
Counseling Center Leadership
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- John Westra: Counseling Center Director – Foreign Exchange, Pennway, Night School, ext. 20827
- Jen Tiller: Wellness Counselor, ext. 20402
GRADE 9 COUNSELORS
- Nancy Block (ext. 20917): A – Holt
- Deanna Ward (ext. 20416): Horning-Moreno and Early College Freshmen
- Marni Cronk (ext. 20847): Morningstar – Z
GRADE 10 COUNSELORS
- Lynn Stratford (ext. 20833): A – Chrisman
- Aleece Weade-Jeong (ext. 20837): Christensen – Gerard
- Jennifer Shaw (ext. 20836): Gerosky – Kuvarairwa
- Bailey Shultz (ext. 20604): Kwizera – Neary
- Julie Fell (ext. 20842): Neidlinger – Simmons
- Janiece Fitzgerald (ext. 20853): Sinders – Z
- Stacy Eck (ext. 20417): Early College
GRADE 11 COUNSELORS
- Lynn Stratford (ext. 20833): A – Daigle
- Aleece Weade-Jeong (ext. 20837): Dame – Howes
- Jennifer Shaw (ext. 20836): Hoy – Lue
- Bailey Shultz (ext. 20604): Lucas – Parnell
- Julie Fell (ext. 20842): Patel – Swiger
- Janiece Fitzgerald (ext. 20853): Szuba – Z
- Stacy Eck (ext. 20417): Early College
GRADE 12 COUNSELORS
- Lynn Stratford (ext. 20833): A – Correll
- Aleece Weade-Jeong (ext. 20837): Councell – Gutierrez
- Jennifer Shaw (ext. 20836): Hackett – Kurtis
- Bailey Shultz (ext. 20604) Laidig – Owens
- Julie Fell (ext. 20842): Painter – Skrzeszewski
- Janiece Fitzgerald (ext. 20853): Smith – Z
- Stacy Eck (ext. 20417): Early College
STAFF
- Laura Zahner (ext. 20841): Registrar
- Wendy Hayes (ext. 20851): Enrollment Secretary
- Jodi Jensen (ext. 20582): Career/College Aide
- Becky Callender (ext. 20502) or dial directly (574) 258-9502: Counseling Center Secretary
- Brad Boyd (ext. 20896) or call Night School directly at (574) 254-2896: Night School Director
- Jonathan Joyner (ext. 20754): Ivy Tech/Early College Academy
Counseling Center Secretary Direct Line: (574) 258-9502
Night School Direct Line: (574) 254-2896
Academic, College & Career Counseling
Penn High School counselors help students make informed decisions about their education and future goals. Counseling services include:
- Academic planning, course selection, and graduation requirements
- College and career exploration
- Post secondary planning and preparation
- Social and emotional support
- Connecting students and families with school resources
Our goal is to ensure every student has access to the guidance, resources, and opportunities needed to achieve success in high school and beyond.
An Award-Winning School Counseling Program
Penn High School’s Counseling Center has received state and national recognition for its commitment to comprehensive school counseling.
Indiana Gold Star School Counseling Award
Penn’s Counseling Center earned Gold Star recognition from the Indiana School Counselor Association in 2006, 2013, and 2018.
The award recognizes school counseling programs that use data, collaboration, and continuous improvement to meet students’ academic, career, and social-emotional needs.
Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP)
Penn’s Counseling Center also earned national Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) recognition in 2006 and 2019 from the American School Counselor Association (ASCA).
The RAMP designation recognizes schools that demonstrate a commitment to comprehensive, data-driven counseling programs aligned with the ASCA National Model.
Our Mission & Vision
Counseling Center Mission
In partnership with parents and the community, the Penn High School Counseling Center is committed to prioritizing students’ health, well-being, and educational growth.
Through comprehensive counseling services, we help students identify their strengths, pursue their goals, and prepare to become responsible, contributing members of their communities.
Counseling Center Vision
We believe every student deserves access to caring adults, licensed school counselors, and a safe, supportive learning environment.
Our vision is to ensure students receive the academic, social, and emotional guidance they need to make informed educational choices and prepare for lifelong success.