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The Joplin High School School Counseling Department offers a variety of services related to course selection and enrollment, testing, post-secondary planning, scholarships, and more. School counseling is an integral part of Joplin High School’s total educational program.

JHS school counselors assist students in developing realistic educational and career plans based on an understanding of themselves, their needs, interests, skills, and the realities and possibilities of the worlds of education and work. Students and parents are invited to contact a school counselor with any concerns, ideas, and requests for assistance.

  • Amanda Rich417-625-5230 ext. 3023
    Email: amandarich@joplinschools.org

    Mrs. Rich has been at Joplin High School serving in her current role as a school counselor since 2020. Prior to joining the JHS team, she served as a Career Path Coordinator and taught Special Education at Joplin as well as Carl Junction. Mrs. Rich completed a bachelor of science from Missouri Southern State University. She also holds two masters degrees, one in School Counseling from University of Central Arkansas and a second in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lamar University. 

  • Headshot of Julie Russell417-625-5230 ext. 3005
    Email: julierussell@joplinschools.org

    Mrs. Russell became a Joplin eagle in 2021. Prior to being a school counselor, she worked in the field of social services working with individuals who have experienced substance use or domestic violence. Mrs. Russell holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, with a Substance Abuse emphasis from Pittsburg State University and a Master of Science in School Counseling from Fort Hays State University.

  • 417-625-5230 ext. 3010
    Email: jessicaholt@joplinschools.org

    Mrs. Holt started her career with Joplin Schools in 2015.  She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Central Missouri and a Masters in Secondary School Counseling from Missouri State University.

  • Headshot of Morgan Ramsey417-625-5230 ext. 3025
    Email: morganramsey@joplinschools.org

    Mrs. Ramsey joined the JHS counseling team in 2024 but has been in school counseling for over a decade. She received her undergraduate degree from MSSU and her Masters from Missouri Baptist University in School Counseling. She joined the JHS counseling team in 2024.

  • Jennifer HancockDepartment Chair
    417-625-5230 ext. 3011
    Email: jenniferhancock@joplinschools.or

    Mrs. Hancock began working at Joplin Schools in 2016. She brings nearly 2 decades of experience in education, having previously worked as both a high school and elementary music teacher, as well as a school counselor. Before joining Joplin Schools, Mrs. Hancock served in school districts in Springfield, Missouri, and southeast Kansas. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Vocal Music Education from Missouri Southern State University and a Masters in School Counseling from Pittsburg State University.

  • 417-625-5230 ext. 3012
    Email: kelliebowman@joplinschools.org

    Ms. Bowman began working at Joplin High School in August 2006.  Prior to coming to Joplin High School, Ms. Bowman had experience in Miami, OK and Webb City, MO where she filled the roles of high school business teacher, varsity cheerleading coach, middle school teacher, and high school counselor. She received her Bachelor of Science in Education from Missouri Southern State University and her Master of Science in Counseling from Pittsburg State University. 

  • Headshot of Korra Hardman417-625-5230 
    Email: korrahardman@joplinschools.org

    Mrs. Hardman started with JHS as Counselor and Graduation Coach in 2024 with 4 previous years in public education along with two years experience teaching at the collegiate level. Mrs. Hardman holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, a Master in School Counseling and a Specialist in Assessment and Diagnosis all from Missouri State University. She also holds a graduate certificate in Play Therapy.