Laura Zaharakis

Urban school counselor, new 2020 RAMP-er, co-creator of SCUTA; Loves charades, interior design, and travel. Mom of 5: 3 humans, two dogs.

[Laura Zaharakis @lbjzaharakis]

@rsabella Hope I get to participate in this one. I need it! TY for always presenting and sharing important relevant info. 🙂

[U.S. Department of Education @usedgov]

School counselors aren't guidance counselors - they're mental health supports, student advocates, parent liaisons, mentors, & so much more.

This week, we join @ASCAtweets to celebrate school counseling & the skilled counselors supporting students across the country.

#NSCW24

[Laura Zaharakis @lbjzaharakis]

@e_goodmanscott @ODUCounPrograms Congratulations on expanding your sphere of influence!

[Laura Zaharakis @lbjzaharakis]

Happiness is FINALLY receiving the supervisory credentials I started working on during the pandemic! TY to all my SC friends and @myPSCA and @AllentownSD colleagues and who supported me along the way.

[Laura Zaharakis @lbjzaharakis]

Shout out to all SC who know the power of a clear and detailed data story. SCUTA is the answer. ▶️ Watch this reel https://t.co/wZ04nv4VaG

[Laura Zaharakis @lbjzaharakis]

Regrounding at the annual PSCA conference. Close to home this year and so nice to reconnect and lift each other up.

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So proud to work alongside this amazing woman who is a superstar supporting students and school counselors in being their best selves. #SCOY #SCCHAT #schoolcounseling #SCUTA

[Laura Zaharakis @lbjzaharakis]

If anyone wants to support this great mentoring program.. please donate to my team: Friends of Community Bike Works https://t.co/NHRQJaiOqn

[Laura Zaharakis @lbjzaharakis]

Sharing info/link about the annual Community Bike Works cycling challenge. Any donation to my team is greatly appreciated! This is a unique mentoring program that’s serves kids across the Lehigh Valley. TY for supporting!❤️ https://t.co/EZRm7GYZLi

[Richard Chizmar @RichardChizmar]

GIVEAWAY TIME — On Sunday night, I’ll pick one random winner and send them an advanced reader’s copy (ARC) of my brand new novel, BECOMING THE BOOGEYMAN. Due in bookstores on October 10. Just have to Follow and RT to be eligible. Good luck!

[Laura Zaharakis @lbjzaharakis]

#scchat https://t.co/yiTf8yPCjW School counselor friends/colleagues -- jump on for this unique and new format for #scchat

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Dr. Khalid Mumin, former Reading and Lower Merion superintendent, confirmed as PA Secretary of Education https://t.co/PPWU7B3sH2

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@templecehd @kutztowncoe

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Fellow grads/alumni @PennGSE Opportunities for SC that are interested in urban education. My SD (Allentown, PA) has several opportunities for new and experienced professionals. We are a dynamic, passionate group working hard to support our kids. https://t.co/4BBFQ7b4IA

[Laura Zaharakis @lbjzaharakis]

@Counselor_Kirk Wow! Best wishes on your new best.

[Laura Zaharakis @lbjzaharakis]

In the world of public education it’s easy to get stuck, as those with too much experience/expertise are often overlooked as new hires. However, numbers 2,4,5 are becoming commonplace. https://t.co/y32ozMUlps

[APSCUF @APSCUF]

Adam Oldham of Pennsylvania School Counselors Association discusses how the #NellieBlyScholarship addresses barriers to #financialaid.

[Richard Chizmar @RichardChizmar]

GIVEAWAY TIME — On Friday night, March 31, I’ll give away a SIGNED Stephen King book to one randomly selected winner. All you have to do is Follow and RT to be eligible. Good luck, everyone!

[Laura Zaharakis @lbjzaharakis]

Every child deserves equitable access to a school counselor! TY @GovernorShapiro for working for@our PA kids. They are our future.

[myPSCA @myPSCA]

Tomorrow, Gov. Shapiro will be reintroducing "The School Counselors Act" to bring PA up to speed by classifying school counseling under Primary Care funding. Help us get the word out by sharing this flyer on social media and telling the Assembly just exactly what #WeNeedMore of!

[Laura Zaharakis @lbjzaharakis]

#scchat - thank you everyone for your ideas an insights. our world and future leaders definitely need more play time to build SEL and manage stress. :)