HS Counseling
Kim Van Buren (10th-12th grades, last names A-I)
Michael Porter (10th-12th grades, last names J-R)
Christine Casillas (10th-12th grades, last names S-Z)
Ashley Tatman (9th grade)
Our mission is to empower every student to reach their full potential by:
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Supporting academic success and lifelong learning
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Promoting leadership, integrity, and responsible citizenship
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Ensuring equitable access to opportunities
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Building durable skills such as communication, critical thinking, and adaptability that is needed for success beyond high school
Through advocacy, collaboration, and care, we help students become confident, capable leaders, because together, WE ARE LNC!
Planning Your Next Steps with Future Path
Future Path is more than a planning tool; it's a one-stop shop for life after LNC, bringing together college, career, scholarship, and future-planning resources in one place.
Academic Resources
Your counselor will provide support for your academics over your four years of high school. Below you will find LNC Graduation Requirements, Student Services Hours Requirements, Dual Credit for LNC courses, and a 504 explanation if that applies to you.
Student Services Hours Requirements
Lake Norman Charter provides 504 services to ensure students with documented needs have equitable access to learning. For more information, please contact Sharon Hale or visit the link below.
Annmarie Belfield supports our school community by managing all aspects of enrollment, student withdrawals, and alumni transcript requests, helping families and graduates every step of the way.
Additional Resources
College & Career Promise Dual Enrollment
CPCC Career and College Promise Dual Enrollment offers high school students the opportunity to get a "jump start" and earn college credit toward a two-year or four-year degree at Central Piedmont while still in high school, tuition-free.
Dual Enrollment College Transfer Pathways offer eight different pathways designed to meet the general educational requirements for a four-year college degree.
Dual Enrollment Career and Technical Pathways offer more than 50 different pathways created to help get a head start on a great career. Students earn college credits toward a job credential, certificate, or diploma in a technical career.
Click here to find all information on the dual enrollment process with CPCC and LNC
Counseling Connection Newsletters
Our counseling newsletters share valuable, timely information to support students and families, and are archived here on our website so parents and students can easily revisit important resources whenever they need them.
For Seniors
For Juniors
For Sophomores
For Freshmen
Your Mental Health
Your counselors understand how stressful and challenging the high school years can be, and we want you to know we are here to support you during these trying times. However, there are resources available beyond our counseling suite if you need them. Check out these resources for more support if needed.
Also visit our Wellness Hub below to build healthy habits to help you succeed both in and out of the classroom.