Hello! I'm excited to be your 8th-grade school counselor this year. As you continue your middle school journey, I'm here to support you every step of the way.

What I Do

I work with 8th-grade students to help with:

- Academic planning - Making sure you're on track for high school

- Social challenges - Navigating friendships and peer relationships

- Emotional support - Managing stress, anxiety, and big feelings

- Future planning - Exploring high school options and career interests

- Problem-solving - Working through any challenges you face

My Approach

I believe every student has unique strengths and talents. My job is to help you discover what makes you special and use those strengths to overcome any obstacles. Whether you're dealing with schoolwork, friendships, family situations, or planning for the future, I'm here to listen and help you find solutions.

Please reach out to me if you have any concerns about your child.  I am here to support them in whatever they need to be successful.

 kbosma@depere.k12.wi.us

(920) 983-9174  ext. 2116

This year, I am the 7th-grade counselor at De Pere MS.  The main focus of my role is to help students with social skills development, emotional needs, and  academic success.    I enjoy working with students on staying organized, improving communicating and advocating skills, and making connections.  I will be bringing Maverick, my family's dog who is a certified therapy dog through The Alliance of Therapy Dogs to school with me a few days a week.  Please stop and say hi to us when you see us out and about.

When I am not at work, I I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, and cooking.  Please reach out if you are in need of any support, and I look forward to helping make it a great year!

lkarlen@depere.k12.wi.us 

(920) 337-1024 ext. 2115