MHS Counseling Department

This is my first year at McDowell High School. My family moved to the mountains from Texas where I was an elementary school counselor for the last four years. Prior to that, I was a middle school science teacher and athletic coach for six years.

I am thrilled to help all Titans achieve their goals. 

This is my first year at McDowell High School. I am excited to be at MHS and work with high school students on career, academic, and social/emotional goals.  This is my 9th year in education.

828-652-7920

lindsay.williams@mcdowell.k12.nc.us

My family and I recently moved from Louisiana, and are looking forward to experiencing all of the seasons of North Carolina.

This is my first year at McDowell High School and my 16th year in education.  And I am grateful for the opportunity to work with MHS students and faculty to assist our students as they prepare for their future!

Please feel free to email me at:

<monica.veronie@mcdowell.k12.nc.us>

Mrs. Ra'Chelle Roberson

Last Names R-Z

This is my 5th year as a school counselor and my second year at McDowell High School. In the 2022-2023 school year I was at McDowell Virtual Academy helping students navigate online education. I love being a school counselor and working with students during their high school journey. I am a gipsy at heart and have spent most of my life traveling the country. I was born in Phoenix, AZ, however, I moved to Panama City Beach, FL when I was in 6th grade. For me, PCB is home. After high school, I married my high school sweetheart as he joined the Army at 18. We traveled the military life as he was an Army Ranger for about 8 years before he ended his career and we moved to Charleston, SC. 

I graduated from Georgia Southern-Armstrong, with a B.S. in Psychology and then continued my education with American Military University to obtain my Master's in Education: School Counseling. I initially took a job as a regional manager with the SC Dept. of Employment and Workforce managing employees of the unemployment division. However, my heart was always pulling me to help students find their own path in life and highlight opportunities so they can become the best versions of themselves. 

After working in South Carolina as a School Counselor for two years, my husband (who is now an ICU nurse) decided to become a travel nurse. From 2020-2022 we traveled the country with our twin's. When our fun was coming to an end we decided to pick a place on the map...and here we are--(well actually in Lake Lure). 

I am super excited to work with your students. If you ever need to reach me please don't hesitate. 

828-652-7920 

rachelle.roberson@mcdowell.k12.nc.us