Hello HFCA families! My name is Danielle Harris, and I am proud to serve as the Senior Director of Pupil Services. Recognizing the growing needs of our students, I created and now lead our Wellness Team—a group of in-house providers including counselors, social workers, psychologists, and special education staff—so that every child has access to the care and support they need right here at school. In addition to leading this team, I oversee our special education program, guide social-emotional learning, and collaborate on curriculum to ensure students are supported both academically and personally. My focus is always on caring for the whole child while keeping HFCA’s mission at the center: preparing students to and through college.

I bring 9 years of experience in K–12 education and 7 years in the nonprofit sector mentoring youth. I hold a master’s degree in Urban Special Education and an MBA in Educational Leadership, along with lifetime licensure as both a special education teacher and an administrator. These experiences ground my work in both classroom practice and leadership. Outside of school, I enjoy international travel and spending time with my loved ones, which keeps me inspired and balanced. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you or your child need support; we are here for you every step of the way.

I'm Sara Carse, the school psychologist at Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy. I earned my bachelor's degree in psychology from Illinois State University and my master's and doctorate degree in educational psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. This will be my seventh year as an independently practicing school psychologist.  At HFCA, I work across all campuses with students of all ages. I conduct psychoeducational evaluations to help align students with the support they need to do their best learning. I also provide counseling services, support teachers and families with resources and strategies to support students, and work with students to reach behavioral goals. In my free time, I love to garden, cook, create, go to concerts, enjoy time with my loved ones, and spend time with my bulldog, George!