The mission of the Muhlenberg School District’s Counseling Department is to promote the social and emotional development, academic success, and career exploration of all students through the collaborative efforts of all stake holders including students, parent/guardians, school personnel, and community members. The Counseling Department is devoted to creating and maintaining a positive, safe environment for students where they can build a foundation of life-long learning, good citizenship, respect for self and others, and enthusiasm for achieving their highest potential by equipping, engaging, and empowering our students to be contributing members of our ever-changing society.

COUNSELING STAFF

Jenna Pavlovich

School Counselor
Internship Coordinator
pavlovichj@muhlsdk12.net 
610-921-8078 x4243

Kelly Wood

School Counselor
Student's Last Names A-F
woodk@muhlsdk12.net
610-921-8078 x4112

Kerry Hendel

School Counselor
Student's Last Names: G-O
hendelk@muhlsdk12.net
610-921-8078 x 4109

Valery Will

School Counselor
Student's Last Names: P-Z
willv@muhlsdk12.net
610-921-8078 x4110

Veronica Valdez

Secretary- Counseling Department
valdezv@muhlsdk12.net
610-921-8078 x4107

Jessica Knepp

Secretary- Counseling Department
kneppj@muhlsdk12.net
610-921-8078 x 4108

FAFSA help is available to ALL students at RACC

Berks Hall Rm 100

10 S 2nd St., Reading PA

**see RACC Financial Aid for more information

Junior Parent Information

Junior Parent Presentation 2024

Parents of juniors are welcome to schedule a junior meeting with their student's alpha counselor. We encourage you to be a part of the planning process!

If you are interested in scheduling a meeting, please contact your student's alpha counselor.

Los padres de estudiantes de juniors pueden programar una reunión de junior con el consejero alfa de su estudiante. ¡Le animamos a ser parte del proceso de planificación!

Si está interesado en programar una reunión, por favor comuníquese a la oficina de consejería al 610-921-8078 ext. 4107.

Get Involved at MHS

Muhlenberg's LEO club is dedicated to community service.  LEO club members are seen here assisting with food distribution at New Journey Community Outreach.

Now more than ever it is important for students to establish relationships with their peers, respected adults, and their school community.  After 2 years of being forced behind screens, many students are struggling to re-connect.  Getting involved in different clubs, organizations, or athletics can help ease the transition back to "real life" by providing an opportunity to socialize, receive support, build confidence, and reduce stress.  

Below you will find a link to our activities website which details our offerings and provides contact information to club advisors.  What have you got to lose?!  

CRISIS RESOURCES

We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.  

988

It is the vision of the Berks County Suicide Prevention Task Force to save lives by eliminating suicide as well as actively working to reduce the stigma of mental illness in Berks County. Berks County will become a community that is compassionate and willing to embrace and support individuals who are affected by mental health concerns. The task force will accomplish these goals though education and advocacy to the community. 

TEXT: ruOK to 484-816-7865

Holcomb’s Berks County Crisis Center, located in West Reading, PA, offers a crisis program to assist children, adolescents and adults experiencing varying levels of crisis. Services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and are free to the residents of Berks County. Holcomb Crisis Intervention has a culturally diverse staff, including individuals fluent in Spanish. 

phone: 610.379.2007

toll free: 888.219.3910 


NAMI Helpline – (M-F 10am-10pm)

(800) 950-NAMI (6264)

The Information HelpLine is an information and referral service which can be reached by calling (800) 950-NAMI (6264), Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.- 10 p.m., ET.

Get Help In A Crisis 24/7 Via Text Message:

 Text NAMI To 741-741


BELL SCHEDULE

Proposed MHS Bell Schedule 23-24

LOCAL RESOURCES

MARY'S SHELTER

Are You Pregnant and Need Help?

Maternity Home Services

615 Kenhorst Blvd | Reading, PA 19611(Brookline BARTA Bus)610-376-1973office@marysshelter.org
For pregnant women; safe home-like setting. We help you to transition to safe housing and we work with your medical care provider and other services as needed.

Youth Empowerment Supportive Services

Are You Couch Surfing? Need a Safe Place To Go After School?

YESS Shelter

615 Kenhorst Blvd. | Reading, PA 19611(Kenhorst or Brookline Bus)610-376-1973office@marysshelter.org
Ages 14-17; housing for 21 nights; safe, secure home-like setting. We help you to transition to safe housing and we work with your school and other services as needed. 

Family Promises of Berks County

This program offers case management and shelter to homeless families in Berks County. It is designed to help individuals achieve sustainable independence while engaging people with diverse backgrounds to come together and form lasting partnerships.
325 N. 5th Street | Reading, PA 19601610-373-3323 

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