HOW WE SUPPORT STUDENTS
Students and families can reach out to our support staff for help with academic planning, health needs, emotional wellness, family resources, attendance concerns, crisis support, and learning or behavioral needs. We work together to make sure every student has the support they need to succeed.

School Counselor-Kaylie Ripley
kripley@litchfieldpanthers.org

The school counselor helps students build skills for success in school and beyond. Students may visit the counselor for academic concerns, peer conflict, goal setting, or emotional support.

Students can get help with:

Making and keeping friends
Big feelings like worry, sadness, or anger
Solving problems and making good choices
Learning skills for success in the classroom

School Social Worker-Nancy Roasio
nroasio@litchfieldpanthers.org

The school social worker helps students and families access resources and overcome barriers that may affect learning. This may include support with attendance, housing, food, mental health referrals, or family needs.

Students can get help with:

Family or home concerns
Getting to school regularly
Finding helpful community resources
Talking about worries or problems

School Psychologist-Lucas Altenberger
laltenberger@litchfieldpanthers.org

The school psychologist works with students, families, and staff to support learning, behavior, and emotional development. They may assist with evaluations, intervention planning, consultation, and mental health supports.

Students can get help with:

Student evaluations and assessments
Behavior and learning interventions
Consultation with families and teachers
Support for IEP or student support teams

School Nurse-Kendra Kirby
kkirby@litchfieldpanthers.org

The school nurse helps take care of students when they are sick or hurt at school.

Students can get help with:

Feeling sick or getting hurt
Taking medicine during the school day
Allergies or health needs
Learning how to stay healthy

Litchfield Elementary School