Ashland High School Counselor

My name is Teresa Elam and I am the new school counselor at Ashland for the 2020-2021 school year! I began my career in mental health as a case manager in 2007, and became a mental health therapist in 2011. I moved into education as a school counselor in 2014. I served as the counselor for Potts Camp School grades 4-12 for five years. Last year I moved to Ripley High School because that is my home. However, I quickly realized I missed being in the small school environment. I am excited to be here working with the students and parents of Ashland this year, and hope to be of assistance to all!


If you have questions or need assistance please call or schedule an appointment! I will be happy to help in any way that I can. The Counselor’s Office is located from the high school office. Please stop by my little corner of the school and introduce yourself as soon as you can!

The counseling department offers so much – academic counseling, career counseling, plus help with the day to day problems of life. I am here to help in any way I can.

Contact me if you have questions, or have suggestions on things to add to this page!

Email - telam@benton.k12.ms.us Direct Office Number - (662) 224-6362