Alisa Church


School Counselor, Strom Thurmond High School

Counselor for Students with Last Names beginning with H - O

Contact: AEChurch@edgefield.k12.sc.us, 1131 Columbia Rd, Johnston, SC 29832

Member of:

PSSCA (Palmetto State School Counselor Association)

ASCA (American School Counselor Association)

Hello. My name is Ms. Alisa Church and I serve students with the last names beginning with H - O. I am here to help students succeed with academics and to help them with any personal issues.

I obtained two degrees from Campbell University, Buies Creek, North Carolina , a Bachelor's of Social Work degree, and a Master's Degree in Education, School Counselor Certification. I also have Child Care Certification from Rockingham Community College, NC, and a Bachelor's in Bible from Holmes Bible College, Greenville, SC.

I have several years of experience helping youth, through the Department of Social Services Foster Care Program and Workfirst Program, along with various jobs in Group Homes for Children. Other experiences include working as a School Resource Teacher and Behavior Specialist. I have been a School Counselor for 16 years (all High School level), and enjoy helping students find their strengths and make goals for themselves as they pursue career choices.

Away from work, I enjoy reading, biking, and being involved with my Church. I have 4 grown children, who are spread out in 3 different States (thanks to the Military), and they have given me six wonderful grandchildren. I also have a cat named Grace, who gets most of my attention.

***During this Coronavirus-19 season, please email me with any concerns you may have. It's a hard time for everyone, so if you just need to talk, email me and share your thoughts. I am checking my emails each day.

***Students: Do you need a Credit Recovery course or an extra course to catch up on credits? If so, check out Virtualsc.org for courses you can take through Virtual SC schools. You can take these courses at home or in our computer lab during school hours. Let your counselor know which course you want to take. You will need to register, and then sign up for the course. Be sure to complete the Orientation for each class.