School Counseling Central

Welcome to School Counseling Central! We are so glad you are here. This website was designed to create a space for the Counselors of Pinebrook Elementary School to share information to our school community. You are an essential part of your child's academic, social, and emotional growth, and we hope this site is useful. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions.

While schools are closed for the summer (6/10/20 through mid-August), please utilize this resource https://www.lcps.org/domain/31226 to explore mental health services for you or your child(ren).

Enjoy your summer and stay safe!

About Your Counselors

Hello everyone! I am Noah Kachman and I will be the School Counselor for the Kindergarten and First Grade this school year! 2019-2020 will be my first year as a School Counselor and my first year with Pinebrook Elementary. I look forward to working with everyone to ensure that all Pumas achieve great success!

I have been working with children since high school, first starting as an after school assistant. I have also been a preschool teacher, a lifeguard, and currently enjoy working my summers with Fairfax County summer camps.

I attended George Mason University where I graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Integrative Studies, focusing in Child and Family Studies. What a mouthful!

In Spring 2019, I graduated from the University of the District of Columbia with a Master's degree in School Counseling. Let's have a great year!

Please feel free to contact me:

Email: Noah.Kachman@lcps.org
Phone: 703-957-4325
On-site Tuesday and Thursday

I welcome and encourage you to contact me at:

Email: Tana.Amodeo@lcps.org
Phone: 703-957-4325

Hello Pumas! My name is Tana Amodeo and I am thrilled to start my second year at Pinebrook! I will be serving as School Counselor for our second and fourth grade students this year. I very much look forward to working together to ensure our Pumas grow in their academic, personal/social, and career development. This will be my 8th year as a professional School Counselor.

I earned a Bachelor of Science in Human Development & Family Studies from Penn State University, along with a Master of Education and Human Development with a concentration in School Counseling from George Washington University. My husband and I reside in Loudoun County and are proud parents to our busy one-year-old son!

I am looking forward to partnering with you towards your child’s success!

Hello Pinebrook Families! My name is Lisa Morales and I am so excited to be one of the professional school counselors at Pinebrook Elementary! This year I will primarily be working with 3rd and 5th grade students. As a school counselor, I facilitate small groups, conduct classroom lessons, and work with students individually based on their academic, social, and emotional needs. My goal is to help create a welcoming school environment and community that fosters and celebrates individuality, creativity, and a love for life-long learning.

I am originally from Arizona, where I earned my B.A. in psychology and Spanish from Northern Arizona University. I received my M.A. in School Counseling Services from Marymount University. After working as a professional school counselor at the high school level for Fairfax County Public Schools, I decided to take time out to have a family of my own. During that time, I enjoyed volunteering as a room parent, soccer coach, PTA president, and more recently, working as a substitute teacher for Loudoun County Public Schools.

I am looking forward to getting to know all of you and creating lasting memories for an unforgettable year!

Here are some fun facts about me:

I have identical twin girls in the 5th grade.

I love anything sparkly (my girls often have to remind me not to get distracted by shiny things).

I love coffee!

My favorite food is pizza with veggies.

Ms. Morales

I welcome and encourage you to contact me at:

Email: Lisa.Morales@lcps.org
Phone: 703-957-4325

If you Inspire others to Dream more, Learn more,

Do more, and Become more, you are a Leader!

-John Quincy Adams-

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