COUNSELORS
Science Hill High School Counselors
From left to right, Joe McPherson, Dr. Kim Thompson, Dr. Stacey Philbrick, Ryan Goines, Suzanne Reaves, Seth Douglas, Eva Price, Josh Jarnigan and Corbin (Therapy Dog)
Our Mission
Emphasizing creativity, inquiry, personal responsibility, and cultural awareness, the Science Hill High School counseling department will graduate students who are prepared to pursue their academic, personal, and professional goals while helping students solve real-world problems through teamwork in order for our graduates to compete successfully in the global marketplace.
Our Vision
By developing a rigorous and relevant counseling program and creating an expectation of success for all students, Science Hill High School counselors will facilitate a learning environment that enables students to use up to date information regarding college admissions, financial aid, and career assessment data to adapt to a competitive and changing global society on an academic, personal, and professional level.
Get to Know Your Counselors
- Joe McPherson (last names A-Carp)
- Dr. Kim Thompson (last name Carr-E)
- Dr. Stacey Philbrick (last name: F-Hon)
- Ryan Goines (last name: Hoo-Maq)
- Suzanne Reaves (last name: Mar-Pa)
- Seth Douglas (last name: PE-STI)
- Eva Price (last name: STO-Z)
- Josh Jarnigan (Career Counseling)
- Chad Plaisted (Topper Academy)
Joe McPherson (last names A-Carp)
Dr. Kim Thompson (last name Carr-E)
Dr. Stacey Philbrick (last name: F-Hon)
Ryan Goines (last name: Hoo-Maq)
Suzanne Reaves (last name: Mar-Pa)
Seth Douglas (last name: PE-STI)
Eva Price (last name: STO-Z)
Josh Jarnigan (Career Counseling)
Chad Plaisted (Topper Academy)
Important Links
Parent Resources
Canvas Parent Observer Accounts
Support Staff
Tim Vanthournout, Asst. Principal
Anthony Jones, Teacher
Care Counselors
Care Counselors are an additional support for JCS students.
Kaia Reis, Care Counselor
Susan Turner, Care Counselor
Lilliana Ascencio, Care Counselor
Niswonger College & Career Advisor
Holly Frye, Advisor
Text: (423) 528-0759
Last Updated: February 6, 2025
Web Page Editor: Nathan Baker