• Welcome to the Karns Elementary

    School Counseling Department!  

    We're excited you're here! 


     

    What is a school counselor?


    School counselors are certified/licensed educators with a minimum of a master’s degree in school counseling, making them uniquely qualified to address the academic, career and social/emotional development needs of all students by designing and maintaining a comprehensive school counseling program that promotes and encourages student success.

     

    What Does a School Counselor Do?

    KCS Mindfulness Presentation



    Referral Link
     
     
    To refer a 3rd-5th grade student to Ms. Welch or to refer a K-2nd grade student to Ms. Balent (while Mrs. Cormack is on maternity leave), please click the link below.

    CLICK HERE.


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    Carrie Balent, M.S.C
    Professional School Counselor
    M, T, Th, Fr || K-2nd
    carrie.balent@knoxschools.org
     
     
    Kathryn Welch, M.S.C.
    Professional School Counselor
    Monday-Friday || 3rd-5th
    kathryn.welch@knoxschools.org 
     
    8108 Beaver Ridge Rd.
    Knoxville, TN 37931
    Main Office (865) 539-7772