Saeger Middle School Counselors

Meet Your School Counselor

Sam Schoonover - 6th Grade

Hello!

My name is Sam Schoonover, and I am the 6th Grade School Counselor at Saeger Middle School in the Francis Howell School District. This is my fifth year as a school counselor and my fourth 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. In my free time, I love to watch movies; read; play tennis or pickle ball; and spend time with my friends, family, and dogs.

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 - 7th Grade

Hello! My name is Nanette Bratton and I am the 7th 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.

Dionne Smith - 8th Grade

Hi! My name is Dionne Smith, and I am the 8th 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 8th 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.

Tori Burlison - Building Information Specialist (BIS)/Registrar

Hi there!

My name is Victoria Burlison (Tori) and I am the Building Information Specialist/Registrar at Saeger Middle School. This is my second year here at Saeger and I am thrilled to be a part of the Spartan community. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in both educational studies and psychology. I am graduating in May with my Master’s in School Counseling from Lindenwood University.

You can find me in the counseling office or front office helping with all things related to registration, enrollment, scheduling, data reports, and other administrative duties! If you ever have any questions, feel free to reach me at 636-851-5509 or victoria.burlison@fhsdschools.org. Go Spartans!

Kristin Ahlemeier-Olfe - Educational Support Counselor

My name is Kristin Ahlemeier-Olfe and I am the Educational Support Counselor (ESC). This is my 7th 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.

Daniel Morales - Behavior Support Specialist (BSS)

My name is Daniel Morales and I am the Behavior Support Specialist (BSS) here at Saeger Middle School. This is my 3rd year as a BSS but I have worked many years in the mental health field, specifically with children and adolescents. I have a Master’s Degree in Counseling with a Specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy.

As the BSS, it is my role to provide behavioral support to students, implement and monitor behavior intervention plans, and offer guidance to staff to improve student behavior and social-emotional skills. In short, it is my goal to assist students in enhancing, learning, and implementing positive and proactive behaviors to help them be successful in Saeger’s academic environment.

I look forward to another exciting year working with students at Saeger! I can be contacted by email at daniel.morales@fhsdschools.org or by phone at 636-851-5512.

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