J.B. Atkinson Academy Support Team

Mission Statement

The J.B. Atkinson Academy Support Team will create an environment where differences are valued, staff, students, families, and community members feel safe and welcomed, and JBA scholars achieve their greatest potential.

Counselor

(502) 485-8203
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Atkinson has a great environment where all staff members work collaboratively with each other and with the families we serve. We focus on the whole child, working to meet his or her needs socially, emotionally, and academically. Please contact the counselor at 485-8203 if you or your child need assistance.

Services

  • Academic counseling (e.g., goal setting, motivation)

  • Individual student or small-group counseling, including:

  • Decision-making/Problem-solving skills

  • Study skills

  • Test-taking strategies

  • Self-esteem

  • Respect and responsibility

  • Conflict resolution with peers

  • Friendship skills

Information for Students and Families

  • Special education information and processes

  • Middle school preparations and procedures

  • Advance Program testing information

  • Interpreting state test results

  • Connecting families to therapeutic resources (school-based and community agencies)

Family Resource Center (FRC)

(502) 362-2293
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The Family Resource Center (FRC) helps remove barriers to education.  We work to ensure families are happy, safe, healthy, and strong.  We provide assistance, information, and resource linkage for:

  • Health Services

  • Family Literacy

  • After-School and Summer Programs

  • Full-time Pre-school Childcare

  • Families in Training (new and expectant parents)

We provide resources and information on basic needs assistance, attendance, academic support, employment, mentoring, and more.

We have a school-based food pantry and emergency supply closet open Monday through Friday during school hours and by appointment.  Please call 362-2293 or email Lisa Hirsch if you need assistance. 

Mental Health Services

Counseling Services
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I am here to ensure JBA students have someone to talk to about anything they or their family feels is a concern in their lives.  Sometimes, it's just a moment to work through something difficult, and other times, more support is needed.  When more support is needed, I contact parents about the different options available to their children.  

I am here to provide individual and group counseling.  If you would like someone outside of the school or who can visit you at home, I can refer you to someone you and your child feel comfortable with. 

Please complete the Counseling Services form if you or your child want counseling.