Counseling Center

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COUNSELING TEAM

7th Grade  Counselor

Lea Leatham

lea.leatham@boiseschools.org(208)854-6121
Hello and welcome to South 7th graders! I am excited to work with you during the 2024-25 school year and to be a part of your junior high journey. Junior high can be an exciting experience filled with many emotions, I am here to help ease your transition. Please feel free to reach out to me for any academic/social emotional/college&career support.  You can reach me through email or clicking on the little blue box at the bottom of the screen. A little bit about me- I am in my 6th year as a school counselor at South. I enjoy hiking, bike rides,  and spending time with my husband and our 2 English Creme (golden) retriever pups! Fun fact about me: I am a former Bobcat! 
Boise State UniversityBachelors in Communication
Boise State University  Master of Arts in Counseling School Counseling/LPC

8th Grade Counselor 

Ben O'Brien

ben.obrien@boiseschools.org(208)-854-6122
Welcome back 8th graders!!! I hope you all are rested and ready to have a great year!  Getting off to a great start will help manage your stress and relationships as you progress throughout the year.  I am here to assist you and your student with any academic, social/emotional, or post-secondary questions and/or concerns.  The best way to reach me is via email.
A little about me...I enjoy watching movies, spending time with my wife and three boys,  playing soccer, and golfing.
Coe CollegeBusiness Administration and Psychology
Northwest Nazarene UniversitySchool Counseling / LPC

9th Grade Counselor 

Molly McMillan

molly.mcmillan@boiseschools.org(208)854-6120Hello! Welcome to 9th grade! I am sure 2024-25 will be a memorable year for all of us. Please connect with me if you need emotional or academic support or just to say "Hi!" We will make it a great school-year and remember the best is yet to come! A little about me -  I enjoy playing tennis, biking, hiking,  and creating with my fun husband and our two dynamic children. 
The College of IdahoSpanish and Education 
Northwest Nazarene UniversitySchool Counseling/LPCEducational Leadership



South Counseling has a nationally recognized comprehensive program that serves ALL students. Counseling services are provided on an individual basis, in small groups and in a classroom setting. Counselors are also available to support communication between parents and teachers. South Junior High's School Counselors provide services in the following areas:  Academic, Social Emotional, College/Career

STUDENT SERVICES SUPPORT TEAM

Secretary

Terrie Sturges

terrie.sturges@boiseschools.org
Hello Bobcats!!!  I can't wait to see your smiling faces again.  It's going to be a great year.  Please let me know if you have any questions and I will answer them or get you in touch with the right person to answer them.
A little about me:  I love South! This is my 18th year here.  I have 3 kids and 10 grandchildren.  I love to  go hiking, biking,  rowing, play pickleball, cook, bake and spend time with my family!!!  And of course seeing all my south bobcats every weekday!! 

Social Worker

Yesenia Tyler

Hello Bobcats!!!
My name is Mrs. Tyler and I will be your new full time School Social Worker! I am so excited to be part of the Bobcat team! 
I am originally from Southern California and have been in the field of school social work since 2018. I am very passionate about the field of social work and can't wait to be a safe space and be an advocate for you all! Outside of school, I love running, kicks, being a mom, and sports. I'm excited to learn about you all and can't wait to hear about all the amazing things you all will accomplish! Please stop by and say hello or feel free to reach out if you ever need anything!

School Psychologist

Travis Peterson

travis.peterson@boiseschools.org
What's up Bobcats! I'm here to support our students mental health, learning, and behavior to help them succeed academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally. A bit of information about me. I'm in my 10th year at South. I split my time with Hawthorne Elementary as well. 
Personally, I have a couple of kids, rescue dogs and a wife. My interests are fishing, exploring the mountains in my UTV, and backpacking. Looking forward to a great year!