School Counseling

Committed to Student Success

Our School Counseling team is here to help you craft a pathway to success, regardless of what you want to pursue after graduation. We’ll work with you to make sure you’re on track to graduate on time and that your education is preparing you well for your future goals.

Meet our Counseling Team

Jaimie Barksdale

Lead School Counselor serving students whose last names begin with A-F.

Contact Information:
barksdale@miprepschool.org
810-243-4427 

Casey Blanchard

School Counselor serving students whose last names begin with G-J, as well as Adult Learners.

Contact Information:
blanchard@miprepschool.org
810-771-3087

Terri Castron

School Counselor serving students whose last names begin with K-P, as well as Early Middle College students.

Contact Information:
castron@miprepschool.org
810-221-1401

Casey Vanputten

School Counselor serving students whose last names begin with Q-Z, as well as USA Hockey students. 

Contact Information:
vanputten@miprepschool.org
810-243-2912

Whole-student support

Our School Counseling services are designed to offer each MIPS student a learning experience that's carefully molded around the evolving needs and goals of the student.