The Student Services Department at ECHHS is dedicated to supporting students' academic and socio-emotional development, while also assisting students with career and college planning. The department is comprised of school counselors, social workers, a mental health specialist, a school nurse, a 504 specialist and a career development coordinator.
Please use the links at the left to visit a Student Services department.
Click here for information on how to register your child in CHCCS.
Career Information Center (CIC)
The East Chapel Hill High School Career Information (CIC) is a resource for students, parents and teachers, supported by the Career and Technical Education Department and the East Chapel Hill High School PTSA. The CIC is dedicated to helping students gain knowledge about themselves and provides opportunities to assist them in reaching personal, academic and career goals.
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Click here to go to the CIC website
Twitter: @ECHHSCIC
Instagram: @eastcic
Google Classroom (join code): BVXDEZD
Email: fkieckbusch@chccs.k12.nc.us
Phone: (919) 969-2482 Ext. 27172
Qualifications: * M.A, in School Counseling, NCCU * B.S. in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management, NCSU * English as a Second Language, NCCU * NBCT
Mrs. Fletcher Kieckbusch, Career Development Coordinator
Mrs. Kieckbusch has been at ECHHS since 2007. Prior to ECHHS, Mrs. Kieckbusch was the CDC at a Wake County middle school and an interim school counselor and teacher assisant at Chapel Hill High School.
Mrs. Kieckbusch supports all ECHHS students, with a particular focus on students in the Career and Technical Education (CTE) program. The CDC facilitates linkages between parents, business/industry, postsecondary institutions, military, and community organizations to support the transition to postsecondary education and/or employment.
The CIC provides career awareness through career exploration, assessments, research, and planning. We provide information on occupations, the labor market, non-traditional careers, and other post secondary information including assisting students with researching educational programs and employment opportunities.
We also facilitate work-based learning opportunities and coordinate student activities to develop employability skills. We assist students with selecting appropriate academic and CTE courses, as well as promote the integration of career research and work-based learning opportunities into CTE and academic courses.
Mrs. Kieckbusch is a native of Carrboro and a product of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools. She and her husband have two children, a son and a daughter. She enjoys spending time with her family, reading to her kids, laughing, gardening, the beach, the mountains and dark chocolate.
Counselors
Welcome to the School Counseling Department at East Chapel Hill High School
Secondary school counselors are educators uniquely trained in child and adolescent development, learning strategies, self-management and social skills who understand and promote success for today’s diverse students. They implement a comprehensive school counseling program to support students through this important developmental period. The program provides education, prevention and intervention activities, which are integrated into all aspects of students’ lives. The program teaches knowledge, attitudes and skills students need to acquire in academic, career and social/ emotional development, which serve as the foundation for future success.
- Here is the website for information on how to register your child for classes in CHCCS.
- Looking to request transcripts? Click here.
- Need a schedule correction form? Click here
- Want to have a meeting with a counselor? Use their calendly!
Shari Manning Cook, A- Da
Kelly Germino, De- I
Elise Wilson, J- Mo
Tennille Jones Lewis, Mu- Shu
Jessica Harris, Si- Z
Email: smanning@chccs.k12.nc.us
Phone: (919) 969-2482 Ext. 27015
Qualifications: * Post-Masters Certification - School Administration, UNC-Greensboro * M.A. in School Counseling, North Carolina Central University * B.S. in Biology Education, Elon University
Ms. Shari Manning Cook, A-Da
Ms. Manning Cook joined East in Aug. 2022. She is a proud graduate of East Chapel Hill High School, Class of 2004. She is excited about returning home after spending several years as a counselor in other districts.
Mrs. Manning Cook is a mother of one child. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, baking, and playing with her 3 dogs.
Email: kgermino@chccs.k12.nc.us
Phone: (919) 969-2482 Ext. 27012
Qualifications: * NBPTS Certified * M.A. in Counseling Education, Campbell University * B.A. in Psychology and Religion, Meredith College
Ms. Kelly Germino, De-I
Ms. Germinio has been with the ECHHS Wildcat Family for several years and truly believes she has the best job in the world. She is awed by the talent, compassion, and hard work of our faculty and students at East.
Ms. Germino was born in Nuremberg, Germany and raised in Elizabeth City, North Carolina quaintly dubbed the “River City”. Growing up in a family of educators, she knew at a young age she shared a similar passion for the field. For her B.A., she attend Meredith College in Raleigh. At Campbell University in Buies Creek , she received a Masters’ Degree in Counseling Education with both Community/Agency and School endorsements. One of her proudest professional moments was achieving the National Boards in 2004.
She is the proud parent of Abby who graduated from East in 2018. Together, they enjoy family vacations on the coast of North Carolina, going to any and all Duke University sporting events, and spending time with extended family and friends.
Email: elise.wilson@chccs.k12.nc.us
Phone: (919) 969-2482 x27010
Qualifications: * M.Ed., School Counseling, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill * B.A., Political Science, University of Florida
Mrs. Elise Wilson, J-Mo
Mrs. Wilson joined ECHHS in August 2023. Outside of school, Mrs. Wilson enjoys running, hiking, traveling, exploring new restaurants with her husband, and spending quality time with friends and family.
Along with counseling, Mrs. Wilson holds the following responsibilities:
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Senior Awards Ceremony Co-Coordinator
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Governor’s School-Co-Coordinator
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MTSS Team Member
Email: tjoneslewis@chccs.k12.nc.us
Phone: (919) 969-2482 Ext. 27014
Qualifications: * M. Ed. in School Counseling, Kent State University * B.A. in Psychology, Mount Union College, Ohio
Mrs. Tennille Jones-Lewis, Mu-Shu
Before coming to East in Feb. of 2020, Ms. Jones-Lewis was the school counselor at Alliance High School in Ohio for 20 years. She and her husband have been married for 21 years and have three children and a double doodle named Rumley. They love to travel, bike ride and watch family movies on Friday nights.
Along with counseling, Mr. Jones-Lewis is also responsible for:
* Freshman Focus
* Governor's School
* NC Park Scholarship
* National Merit
Email: jbharris@chccs.k12.nc.us
Phone: (919) 969-2482 Ext. 27013
Qualifications: * M.A. in Counseling, NCCU * M.A. in English, The University of Delaware * B.A., Winston Salem State University
Mrs. Jessica Harris, Si-Z & AVID
Mrs. Harris has been in education for 27 years. She enjoys traveling, reading, movies, jogging, spending time with family, and trying new things. The most daring thing she has ever done is skydiving!
Along with counseling, she also does the following:
* AVID Counselor
* Graduation Coordinator
* Freshman / New Student Orientation
* Senior Class Visit Coordinator
* Wildcat Assistant and Wildcat Ambassador Coordinator
* Peer Tutoring
* Club Advisor for: NAS (National Achiever Society) & FAME (Future Advancement for Minority Education.
* DAR Scholarship
* HOBY Leadership Coordinator
Social Workers
School Social Workers play a crucial role in the CHCCS district by removing barriers to children’s academic, social and emotional success through our work with students, families, school faculty/staff, and community support agencies.
We play an integral role in the district’s efforts to close the achievement gap by supporting the most fragile students and families.
We do this through working directly with families and children, consulting and collaborating with school staff, participating on school teams, and creating connections and relationships through our outreach with community agencies and organizations.
Valuable links:
Email: bmcneely-allen@chccs.k12.nc.us
Phone: (919) 969-2482 Ext. 27147
Qualifications: * M.S.W. in Social Work, University of Michigan * B.S. in Psychology, Appalachian State
Brenda Allen, MSW (A-Mo)
Ms. Allen has worked at East Chapel Hill High School since 2003 and has been in the social
work field for over thirty years. She has four adult children who are all living on their
own. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends and traveling. She is also
very active in her church, which includes volunteering to serve where God calls us to go. She's
a sports fan, especially University of Michigan football, basketball and hockey and UNC
football and basketball.
Email: mbreaden@chccs.k12.nc.us
Phone: (919) 969-2482 Ext. 27148
Qualifications: * M.S.W. in Social Work, UNC - Chapel Hill * B.A. in Business Management, Boston College
Melissa Breaden, LCSW (Mu-Z)
Mrs. Breaden is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in mental health, medical/hospital, education and Latino advocacy. When she is not working, she enjoys being outdoors, being active, creating art, and spending time with family and friends.
Nurse
School nursing protects and promotes student health, facilitates normal development, and advances academic success. School nurses, grounded in ethical and evidence-based practice, are the leaders that bridge health care and education, provide care coordination, advocate for quality student-centered care, and collaborate to design systems that allow individuals and communities to develop their full potential.
Please keep Nurse Quinn informed of any major changes regarding your child’s health.
Email her at qcampbell@chccs.k12.nc.us
IMMUNIZATIONS & HEALTH ASSESSMENTS
For more information on NC Immunizations & Health Assessments click here.
For the CHCCS Immunization and Health Requirements for School Entry Policy, click here.
CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS
If your child has a chronic health condition (asthma, seizures, diabetes, food allergy, etc.), please fill out the appropriate Health Plan form/s listed below.
Per CHCCS policy, all Health and Emergency Actions Plans need to be updated each school year. If you have completed a form this school year, you do not need to take any further action. If you have not completed a form for this school year, please complete the appropriate form. Make sure the forms are signed by your medical provider and then send the form/s to Nurse Quinn at qcampbell@chccs.k12.nc.us
- Asthma Action Plan for Home & School
- Diabetes Medical Management Plan (DMMP)
- Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan
- Medical Condition Health Plan
- Medication Authorization for Administration of Medicines
- Seizure Action Plan (SAP)
- Sickle Cell Anemia Health Plan
Additional nurse information for each chronic medical condition can be found here.
CONCUSSIONS
Illness
CDC Respiratory Illness Guidelines https://www.cdc.gov/
Prior to returning to the school building, after-school activities, and athletic events:
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you must have no fever for the previous 24 hours (without fever-reducing medication/s);
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your symptoms must be improving and you're feeling well enough to attend school all day; and
- no vomiting or diarrhea for the previous 24 hours (without medication).
Upon your return to school, please remember to wear a mask for the following five (5) days.
Email: qcampbell@chccs.k12.nc.us
Phone: (919) 969-2482 Ext. 27008
Qualifications: * MBA, University of Mississippi * BBA, University of Mississippi * B.S. in Nursing, UNC-Chapel Hill * National Board Certified, School Nurse