"Optimism isn't a belief that things will automatically get better; it's a conviction that we can make things better.” - Melinda Gates
Schedule an appointment with Mrs. Casanova
I am a High School Counselor for Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13. For the 2023-2024 school year, I will be serving Anchor Christian Academy, Hinkletown Mennonite School, The Stone Independent School, and New Covenant Christian School. It is my honor and pleasure to work with students, providing small group and individual counseling and classroom lessons, and to collaborate with families, school staff, and community to best serve the needs of my students.
Services
Advocate, Communicate, Educate, Appreciate
College and Career Counseling
"ASCA National Standards for career development guide school counseling programs to provide the foundation for the acquisition of skills, attitudes and knowledge that enable students to make a successful transition from school to the world of work, and from job to job across the life span."
PA Dept. of Education
Social and Emotional Development
"School counselors have unique training in helping students with social/emotional issues that may become barriers to academic success...(they) develop school counseling curriculum, deliver small-group counseling and provide appraisal and advisement directed at improving students’ social/ emotional well being"
American School Counselor Assoc.
Academic Counseling
"School counselors play a critical role in ensuring schools provide a safe, caring environment and that students have the necessary mindsets and behaviors to advance academic achievement outcomes. School counselors work collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure equity, access and academic success of all students ."
American School Counselor Assoc.
Mrs. Lori Casanova, B.S., M.Ed.
I've been serving students and families in Lancaster County as a School Counselor in public and private schools since January 2000. My previous background includes student services in higher education and vocational rehabilitation counseling, I am passionate about helping students navigate their journey toward their post-secondary goals! I serve as your partner and part of the school team to assist students with any issue that may affect their college/career goals, their social/emotional development, and their academic needs. My office will always be a safe and confidential place for students to share their concerns, their struggles, and their successes.
My husband, Lou, and I have two adult children, Louie and Thresia, and three fur-kids (two German Shepherds and a feline friend). In addition to my work, some of the things that give me joy include: spending time with my family, volunteering as a mentor in several support groups, camping, bird-watching, reading, and travel.
My Professional Memberships:
Current Member
-ASCA Trauma and Crisis Management Specialist
-ASCA Career Development Specialist
Current Member
Past Governing Board Member
Past SouthCentral Regional Unit Rep.
Current Member
Secretary, LCSCA Governing Board
Where To Find Me
(Email is the best and fastest way to reach me)
Anchor Christian Academy, Mondays
Hinkletown Mennonite School, Wednesdays
New Covenant Christian School, Tuesdays and Thursdays
Stone Independent School, Fridays
717-945-1635 (voicemail only)