Students at Stafford Technical Center are fortunate to have two school counselors looking out for them.
When students attend Stafford, they continue to work with the counselor at their high school, but they are also assigned to a School Counselor at Stafford Technical Center. Students are assigned to a counselor based on the program in which they are enrolled. Stafford counselors provide support to students in the areas of social, emotional, personal, academic, and career development. Stafford Counselors work closely with the counselors at our partner high schools to ensure that students are meeting graduation requirements and receiving the support and guidance that they need while attending Stafford Technical Center.
School Counselor—Melissa Theis
Melissa Theis joined STC in August 2020. Melissa grew up over the state border in Granville, N.Y. (Hick’s cider donuts, anyone?). She attended SUNY Adirondack and SUNY Plattsburgh for her undergraduate degrees and Sage Graduate School to earn her Master’s Degree in School Counseling. Melissa has spent the last eight years working in the Rutland area as a School Counselor and was most recently at the Community College of Vermont. When she is not at work she enjoys being outside with her family.
melissa.theis@rcpsvt.org
(802) 770-1031 Schedule an appointment
School Counselor—Karla Ramey
Karla Ramey joined Stafford in 2024. Karla is excited to join the team at STC after 19 years as a school counselor (22 overall) in the Slate Valley district. She is a resident of Fair Haven and is a “cat-mom” to her adopted kitties. Karla enjoys watching local sporting events, theater & musical performances, and spending time with her family & close friends.
karla.ramey@rcpsvt.org
(802) 770-1031
College Credits
Students can earn college credits while attending Stafford. These credits will vary in amount and subject so check the program pages for what can be earned.
Certifications
Students can earn certifications while attending Stafford. These certifications will vary in amount and subject so check the program pages for what can be earned.
Career Development
Our school counselors work with students in their program and individually to develop a Career Development plan which helps them navigate life after high school. Students learn how to research career options, education and training requirements, and then put together a plan to help them achieve their goals.
Programs of Study
Each program has multiple pathways to future careers beyond high school and Stafford Technical Center. Our Programs of Studies outline some of the pathways that exist from each program for both those headed straight into industry and those looking to pursue additional education and training.