School counselors work with students to maximize success in the following areas: academic endeavors, social and emotional growth, career planning and college exploration. As vital members of the school leadership team, school counselors create a school culture of success for all. School counselors design and deliver school counseling programs that improve student outcomes.
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Director of School Counseling
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kristendeane@skuttcatholic.com
Dr. Kristen Deane joined the school counseling staff in 2022-2023 after teaching English at Skutt Catholic for eight years. She has a Master of Teaching and Doctor of Education from the College of Saint Mary and is currently working toward a Master of Counseling from Creighton University. She is the proud parent of a Skutt Catholic student and an alumna.
School Counselor
Students A-I
alicox@skuttcatholic.com
Ali Cox brings two years of experience as a school counselor at St. James/Seton and five years of teaching 4th grade at St. Robert’s. A proud Skutt Catholic alumna and current Assistant Volleyball Coach, Ms. Cox holds a Master of Science in School Counseling from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Her dedication and passion for student growth make her a perfect addition to our team.
School Counselor
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markwilliams@skuttcatholic.com
Mark Williams joins Skutt Catholic with 22 years of experience at Fremont High School, including a decade as the Counseling Director and many years as the Head Boys Basketball Coach. He holds a Master of Secondary School Counseling from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. His background in teaching history and physical education further enriches his ability to support our students.
Career & College Counselor
kevinschumacher@skuttcatholic.com
Mr. Schumacher has been a school counselor at Skutt Catholic since 2002. He has Master’s degrees in School Administration and Secondary Counseling from Creighton University and the University of Nebraska Omaha, respectively. He served 4.5 years in the U.S. Air Force and is the parent of three Skutt Catholic alumni.
Administrative Assistant
Mrs. Hajek has been the administrative assistant in the school counseling department at Skutt Catholic since 2011. She previously taught full time in Sacramento, CA, and Mainz, Germany, and substitute taught in the many locations her husband’s Army career has taken her. She has over 30 years of experience in education and is the parent of a Skutt Catholic alumnus.
