I am originally from Michigan but I have lived in Maryland for many years. I have 2 teenage sons- who are 16 and 19 and I am so proud of them!! I love traveling and being outside in nature. I have a garden and I love to grow fruits and vegetables. Soy de Michigan pero he vivido aqui por mucho tiempo en Maryland. Yo Hablo espanol y estoy aqui para servir a los estudiantes.
As an EML Therapeutic Counselor, Lisa is dedicated to advocating for a sense of belonging and empowering multilingual students to succeed. By nurturing essential skills and promoting resilience, we strive for equity and actively fight against oppression and racism. As trauma-responsive and culturally sensitive professionals, we foster connections within diverse communities, ensuring every newcomer feels valued and welcomed. We challenge oppressive policies and practices, continually learning to teach, relate, and reflect in ways that honor and celebrate diversity. Confident in our work, we help our students cultivate intellectualism, criticality, and reach their full potential. Our labor is one of love and commitment, as we strive to lift as we climb together, creating an inclusive and just world for all.
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Como una conesejera, Ms. Lisa se dedica a promover el sentido de pertenencia y a empoderar a estudiantes multilingües para que alcancen el éxito. Al fomentar habilidades esenciales y promover la resiliencia, buscamos la equidad y luchamos activamente contra la opresión y el racismo. Como profesionales con capacidad de respuesta ante traumas y sensibilidad cultural, fomentamos conexiones dentro de comunidades diversas, garantizando que cada recién llegado se sienta valorado y bienvenido. Desafiamos las políticas y prácticas opresivas, aprendiendo continuamente a enseñar, relacionarnos y reflexionar de maneras que honran y celebran la diversidad. Con confianza en nuestro trabajo, ayudamos a nuestros estudiantes a cultivar el intelectualismo y la crítica, y a alcanzar su máximo potencial. Nuestra labor se basa en el amor y el compromiso, mientras nos esforzamos por superarnos juntos, creando un mundo inclusivo y justo para todos.
Our services include, but are not limited to: Provide individual and group multicultural and multilingual counseling services to EML and SLIFE students.
Assist in the cultural, social and emotional adjustment of EML students in MCPS.
Work with school staffs and EML students in resolving crisis situations.
Assist in resolving conflicts arising from cross-cultural misunderstandings.
Assist EML students in developing decision-making skills and coping skills.
Collaborate with school staff and administration in cross-disciplinary problem solving processes, as necessary.
Assist EML students in developing awareness of academic, social and career alternatives in MCPS and beyond.
Guide students in developing awareness of academic, social, and career choices within MCPS and community.
Work in collaboration with school-based counselors and administrators to meet the needs of EML students.