Emily Gill began working as a school counselor in 2015.
She has a bachelor's degree in electronic media journalism from Middle Tennessee State University and a master's degree in school counseling from Clemson University.
"One program that I am very proud of is teaching middle school students about leadership through the TFAA Student Council and classroom lessons," Gill said. Students learn the importance of having the courage to do what is right and serve the good of the community. Thurman Francis Arts Academy students are high-achieving, and many qualify as intellectually gifted so Gill, along with the teachers, focuses on teaching them to use their intelligence and problem-solving skills to better their school and community.
"I love being a helper in the school and in my community," Gill said. "I believe I am living my purpose to be one of what Mr. Rogers called 'the helpers.' Mr. Rogers said to look for the helpers, and I have the privilege of being one."
Gill is a member of ASCA, the Tennessee School Counselor Association, the Tennessee School Counseling Advisory Council and is an advisor to the Tennessee Association of Student Councils.
Read more about the American School Counselor Association here.