TVHS Counseling Department earns Carrying the Torch to Student Success Bronze Star Award

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 10:06 AM

Pictured, from left: TVHS Guidance Counselor Katelyn Bradley, Guidance/Attendance Secretary Mary Lu Owens and Guidance Counselor Lacey Wise.

'This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our counselors in ensuring that every student receives the support and guidance they need to succeed.'

Tippecanoe Valley High School is proud to announce that its Counseling Department has successfully earned the prestigious Indiana Carrying the Torch to Student Success Bronze Star Award.

This recognition, granted by the Indiana Department of Education and the Indiana School Counselor Association, highlights the dedication and commitment of school counselors Lacey Wise and Katelyn Bradley in providing an exemplary school counseling program.

The Comprehensive School Counseling portfolio developed by the Counseling Department reflects the school’s commitment to offering effective counseling services, both direct and indirect, to all students. This achievement signifies the intentional planning and continuous efforts made by the counseling team to improve student outcomes and support their success.

The Bronze Star designation indicates that Tippecanoe Valley High School has established strong foundational elements for a comprehensive counseling program, addressing the Indiana School Counseling Competencies for Students and the American School Counseling Association’s Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success.

This award underscores the high level of professionalism exhibited by school counselors in their
advocacy for student success and well-being.

“We are extremely proud of our Counseling Department for earning this recognition,” Tippecanoe Valley High School Principal Brandon Kresca said. “This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our counselors in ensuring that every student receives the support and guidance they need to succeed. Their commitment to fostering a positive and nurturing environment for our students is truly commendable.”

The Indiana Bronze Star School Counseling Award will be officially presented to the Counseling Department at the annual Indiana School Counselor Association Conference, Nov. 14-15 in Indianapolis.

–TVSC report