Guidance + School Counselors

Liberty School Counseling Beliefs:

  • The school counselors believe that all students can achieve academic, personal/social, and career goals and should have access to a safe and nurturing learning environment in which to become life-long learners.

  • School counselors advocate for all students in an effort to help them thrive, recognize their strengths, and pursue their talents.

  • All students deserve to be in a school community that celebrates their unique contributions and is respectful of their culture.

  • The school counselors believe that gathering and analyzing data is essential in making effective decisions about serving the students and their needs.

  • The program upholds the highest level of ethical practices, as defined by Loudoun County Public Schools and the American School Counselor Association.

  • All students have access to a full-time certified professional school counselor who provides a comprehensive school counseling program.

  • The school counseling program focuses on specific goals and develops student skills in accordance with the ASCA National Model.

  • School counselors serve as leaders in the school community who collaborate with stakeholders and an advisory council to meet the needs of students.

Liberty Elementary School Counseling Program Vision:

Liberty Elementary School students will demonstrate kindness and empathy toward others while making meaningful contributions in our ever-changing global society.

Liberty Elementary School Counseling Program Mission:

In an effort to support the Liberty Elementary School mission statement, the School Counseling Program provides access to a developmentally appropriate, data-driven comprehensive curriculum, individual and small group counseling, and consultation with staff and parents to equitably meet all students’ academic, personal/social, and career needs for success as active learners and productive citizens in an ever-changing global society.

We look forward to working with our wonderful Liberty families!

Ms. Anticoli

Hello Liberty Families! My name is Kaitlyn Anticoli and I am so excited to be one of your school counselors this year. My favorite thing about the Liberty community is how kind and welcoming everyone is. I will be working with 1st and 3rd grade this year. My role as a school counselor includes classroom counseling lessons, small group facilitation, and individual support based on students’ needs. I strive to develop an inclusive environment where all students feel safe and supported in their academic, career, social, and emotional development.

I earned my bachelor’s degree from Canisius University and received my master’s degree in school counseling from the University at Buffalo. My favorite things are reading, going for walks, doing yoga, and traveling. I can’t wait for a great year at Liberty!

Email Ms. Kaitlyn Anticoli: Grades 1 & 3

Ms. Becker

Hello Liberty Families! My name is Hayley Becker and I am so excited to be one of the school counselors at Liberty this year! This will be my first year as a school counselor at Liberty and I will primarily be working with Kindergarten and 4th Grade this year! I earned my bachelor's and master's degree from James Madison University (Go Dukes!).

As a school counselor, I facilitate small groups, conduct classroom counseling lessons, and work with students individually based on their needs. My overall focus is to create a welcoming, inclusive, and affirming school environment and to support each student's academic, career, social, and emotional development.

In my free time, I love cooking and trying new recipes, reading, and visiting family and friends. I love sports, especially the Baltimore Ravens and Orioles! I can't wait for a great year!

Email Ms. Hayley Becker : Grades K & 4

Ms. Bogan

Hello Liberty Families! My name is Courtney Bogan and I am so excited to be one of the school counselors at Liberty this year! This will be my sixth year as a school counselor at Liberty and I will primarily be working with 2nd and 5th grade this year! As a school counselor, I facilitate small groups, conduct classroom counseling lessons, and work with students individually based on their needs. My overall focus is to create a welcoming, inclusive, and affirming school environment and to support each student's academic, career, social, and emotional development. 

I earned my bachelors degree from Virginia Wesleyan University where I played softball (Go Marlins!) and received my masters in counseling and development from George Mason University. In my free time, I love hiking, being outside, coaching softball, and traveling as much as possible! I look forward to having a fantastic year at Liberty!

Email Ms. Courtney Bogan : Grades 2 & 5