Our goal at James Kenan High School is to maximize students' potential through a comprehensive school counseling program. We address students' academic, personal, social, and career needs. We advocate for our students to ensure a positive high school experience and the obtainment of a high school diploma. Counselors work to collaborate with stakeholders (including legal guardians, school staff, and community members) to foster responsible decision-making, to encourage lifelong learning, and to cultivate respect for individuals and self.

 *ANNOUNCEMENTS* 

• Latino students: Please see the attached flyer concerning free bilingual information sessions for students and caregivers on how to prepare, plan, and pay for postsecondary education. Learn about college applications, financial aid, career paths, bachelor and associate degrees, travel and vocational program options and campus tours. 

• SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS:
  • Please see Mrs. Lee if you are using the Common App so she can help you connect it to Xello. This is a new process and you may need help with it. Mrs. Lee is available for appointments for help with the Common App and guidance for your senior year. 
  • Please do not forget to make your 1-1 appointment with Ms. Bannerman, our College Advisor. 
  • All Cap and Gown orders must be placed ASAP at Jostens.com!  Please see Mrs. Oakes in Guidance if you need assistance.
  • Please stop by Guidance to verify the spelling of your name for your diploma.  This must be done by February 15th.
• Upcoming College Visits:
  • North Carolina Central University: February 15, 2023 

JKHS Guidance Department & Support Staff

School Office Hours: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Renee McCoy, Counselor 9th - 10th grade/504 Coordinator

rmccoy@duplinschools.net

Kristen Lee, Counselor 11th - 12th grade/JSCC Coordinator

krlee@duplinschools.net

Lynn Oakes, Guidance Assistant

loakes@duplinschools.net

Irma Bannerman, College Advisor

kmcdaniel@duplinschools.net 

Rebekah Ivey, CDC/SPC

rivey@duplinschools.net

Alison Tickle, School Social Worker

araynor@duplinschools.net

Wendy Lanier, Drop-Out Prevention Coordinator

wlanier@duplinschools.net

Rachel Pender, Curriculum Coach/Literacy Strategist

rpender@duplinschools.net

Lindsey Reaves, School Nurse

lreaves@duplinschools.net

Alicia Baltazar, Data Manager

abaltazar@duplinschools.net