Counseling
Ohio Virtual Academy Counseling Department
The Right Support at the Right Time
At Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA) by K12, our school counselors provide age-appropriate support for your student’s milestones — as well as guidance for all the days in between. OHVA school counselors support the whole child and work closely with Ohio families to help students in grades K–12 feel ready to learn!
Meet Your OHVA School Counselors
We have dedicated counselors to support students at every grade level. Check out the links below to see we provide tailored support for students in grades K–12.
Elementary School Counseling: Grades K–5
Middle School Counseling: Grades 6–8
High School Counseling: Grades 9–12
Visit the OHVA Staff Directory to connect with a specific counselor or support member.
Why is school counseling important for your student?
OHVA School Counseling Mission Statement
The OHVA School Counseling Department delivers a comprehensive, data-informed program aligned with the ASCA National Model that supports the academic, career, and social emotional development of all students.
We tailor support to the individual — while ensuring that every student, regardless of background or circumstance, has equitable access to the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive.
Through inclusive practices and collaboration with families, educators, and stakeholders, we remove barriers to learning and guide students toward lifelong success from enrollment, through graduation, and beyond.
OHVA School Counseling Vision Statement
The OHVA School Counseling Department envisions all students achieving their full potential through a comprehensive counseling approach that fosters self-reliance, adaptability, and future-readiness skills.
Our hope is that, beyond college- and career-ready, our students graduate as life-ready — developing into confident leaders and engaged citizens who contribute meaningfully to an evolving global society.
What qualifications do OHVA online school counselors have?
Each school counselor at OHVA is required to hold a master’s degree in school counseling — at minimum — and meet state certification/licensure standards in school counseling.
Maintaining certification includes ongoing professional development to stay current with education reform and challenges facing today’s students. Professional association membership enhances the school counselor’s knowledge and effectiveness.
How can OHVA school counselors help my student?
School counselors support the whole child and work closely with families to help students feel confident, capable, and ready to learn! Learn more about the support our online school counseling team provides below.
Academic Support
- Helping students set goals, stay organized, and build strong study and time-management skills
- Identifying learning challenges early and helping students get the support they need
Help with Next Steps
- Encouraging students to explore interests and future career possibilities
- Guiding families through college planning and post-graduation options
- Helping students adjust as they move between grades or schools
- Encouraging self-discovery by helping students recognize their strengths, interests, and talents
Wellbeing
- Providing a caring space for students to talk through friendships, worries, grief, or big emotions
- Supporting students coping with trauma, community events, or personal loss
Group & Individual Support
- Supporting students with unique learning needs and individual challenges
- Connecting families with helpful school and community resources and services
Trusted Data-Informed Online School Counseling Program
RAMP Designation
The Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA) School Counseling Department was awarded the highest recognition in the school counseling profession, the prestigious “Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP)” designation, in spring 2021.
The comprehensive, data-informed school counseling program at Ohio Virtual Academy was the first — but not the last! — counseling program at an online school powered by K12 to receive the prestigious RAMP designation.
Ready to join us?
Start by creating an account in the K12 enrollment portal or logging in to your existing account.