Meet Ms. Marten

Hello Flyer Families!

My name is Katie Marten (previously Downie) and I have been the elementary school counselor at Lake Elementary for the past 9 years. I've had the pleasure of meeting and talking with several of you over the years and look forward to continue making positive connections with Lake families between school and home. I was born and raised in Bowling Green where I still live.  I have a very energetic 9 year old son and we enjoy visits to the zoo and Cedar Point!

My education started at Owens Community College in 2004 where I received an associates degree in early childhood education. I transferred to BGSU to continue my education and earned a bachelor's degree in communications disorders. But I wasn't done yet! I attended graduate school at BGSU and received a masters degree of Education in school counseling.  After graduation I worked as a school counselor with the Educational Service Center of Lake Erie West for 2 years before landing my position here at Lake.

I provide school counseling services for our little flyers on various levels. I meet with students as a whole group by coming into the classrooms to provide social/emotional lessons.  I also conduct small group counseling opportunities for students to focus on a particular skill. Small groups are generally provided on a monthly basis and students are referred by parents/guardians or teachers. A permission slip will always be sent home before a group starts.  Lastly, I work with students individually. You can find more information about individual counseling opportunities and a digital family referral form under the Family Resources tab above!