*Guidance Counselor*
By: Morgan Blechschmid and Chloe Rojak
May 19, 2022
Chosen for this week’s Staff Spotlight is Mr. Chris Ross! Early on, Mr. Ross attended Bowling Green State University where he received his music teaching degree. From there, he worked as a music teacher fulfilling his love for music and theater. In the time he spent teaching, he acquired a passion for counseling and later attended Kent State University. Mr. Ross is in year 23 here at Brooklyn High School. He is a wonderful counselor, mentor, and chef.
Q: Who or what inspired you to become a guidance counselor?
A: “My band and choral instructors in high school inspired me to first go into education. The kids I had when I became a teacher inspired me to become a counselor because they would always come to me and ask me questions about certain things that they needed assistance with.”
Q: What do you like most about being a guidance counselor?
A: “When I see my students graduate with a plan, I know they’re going to be a success in life. This is especially true if they had previously struggled with something in the past.”
Q: What is a piece of advice that you would give this year’s senior class as they are about to transition into the next chapter of their lives?
A: “Explore your possibilities and look at life outside of ‘our little bubble’. Don’t be afraid to fail.”
Q: What was your favorite part about playing the role of Miss. Trunchbull in Brooklyn High School’s performance of Matilda?
A: “It was definitely fun to be mean for a change! It was also fun working with the students in the cast because most of them haven’t seen the acting-side of me before. Side note: The costume was definitely my least favorite part!”
Q: Where did you go to college, and why did you choose that school?
A: “I first went to Bowling Green State University because they had a really good music program, and as a result, I received my music teaching degree. After that, I then went on to Kent State University where I got my Master’s degree in counseling. Both were very well-respected programs.”
Q: Describe yourself using only three words.
A: “Approachable, Dedicated, Sarcastic.”
Q: What are your favorite hobbies/activities to do in your free-time?
A: “Theater is one of my favorites. I like to perform in and watch theater. I like cooking and spending time at my family’s cottage in Ashtabula as well.”
Q: What are your plans for the summer?
A: “My wife and I are taking my kids to New York City to see a Broadway show. After going there, I’ll probably just relax and spend time with my family at the family cottage.”
Thank you so much for allowing us to interview you, Mr. Ross. We greatly appreciate all that you do for the students at Brooklyn High School. It truly is an honor to have you as a mainstay at our school. Have a great Summer!
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