Saeger Middle School Counselors

Meet Your School Counselor

Dionne Smith - 6th Grade


Hi! My name is Dionne Smith, and I am the 6th grade counselor at Saeger Middle School. I have been a part of the Saeger counseling team for over 20 years. I love helping my students develop the tools to be strong and confident learners. I am excited to build a relationship with each of my 6th graders and to be a part of their journey as they transition through middle school.

You are welcome to contact me by email at dionne.smith@fhsdschools.org or by phone at 636-851-5506.

Sam Schoonover - 7th Grade


Hello!

My name is Sam Schoonover, and I am the 7th Grade School Counselor at Saeger Middle School in the Francis Howell School District. This is my third year as a school counselor and my second year at Saeger! I love being part of an educational team that strives to support students in developing a positive self-concept to become confident learners and leaders in our community. I hold a Masters degree in both School and Professional Counseling from Lindenwood University.

I look forward to connecting with Saeger students and families! If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me by email at Samantha.Schoonover@fhsdschools.org or by phone at 636-851-5489.


Nanette Bratton - 8th Grade


Hello! My name is Nanette Bratton and I am the 8th grade counselor at Saeger Middle School. I have had the pleasure to work with many wonderful students as part of the Saeger Professional Counseling team for over 20 years. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I enjoy working with middle school students as they progress through their phases of academic, emotional, and social growth. I love working with our students and getting to know our Saeger families as we navigate through middle school together.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or information at 636-851-5456 or email me at nanette.bratton@fhsdschools.org.



Kristin Ahlemeier-Olfe - Educational Support Counselor

My name is Kristin Ahlemeier-Olfe and I am the Educational Support Counselor (ESC). This is my 5th year with Saeger and FHSD, but I have been working in the mental health field as Licensed Professional Counselor for 25+ years.

As the ESC I help oversee the social and emotional support for all of our Saeger students, partnering with our School Counselors, Admin. Team and Teachers. (The students know me as “Ms. Olfe” : )

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns at kristin.ahlemeier-olfe@fhsdschools.org or my direct office number is 636-851-5639