MRs. Jera Havard

Professional School Counselor, Class of 2025, alpha  a-k

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm CST 

This is my 9th year as a school counselor and my 4th year with Alabama Connections Academy. I graduated from William Carey University with my Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education and also my Master of Science Degree in School Counseling.

I live in South Mississippi with my husband and 2 year old daughter. I enjoy spending time with my family, playing with my daughter, binge watching Netflix shows, and taking trips to Disney World.

I love being part of the ALCA Counseling Team and helping students reach their academic and career goals. 

     

Ms. Yochabelle Greene

Professional School Counselor, Class of 2026, alpha  A-F

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm CST 

This will be my eight year as a School Counselor.  I graduated from University of Central Florida with my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and later obtained my Master of Education degree in School Counseling from American Public University System.

I have a teenage son and 2 dogs.  In my free time I enjoy attending my son’s athletic events,
spending time with friends and family, and relaxing while watching tv.

I am so excited to be a part of the ALCA family. I look forward to serving all the students and
families of ALCA.

       

Mrs. Caitlin Feeley

Professional School Counselor, Class of 2027, alpha  a-F

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm CST 

This is my 15th year in Education. Previously, I was an athletic academic counselor for student-athletes and business students at UAB (Go Blazers!).  I have also taught Physical Education and Family & Consumer Sciences at the high school level.

My Bachelors is from DePaul University, where I was a 4 year volleyball student-athlete (Go Blue Demons!). My Masters in School Counseling is from Concord University Chicago. I am from the Chicagoland area (Go Cubs Go!) and born into a sports loving family. I am the youngest of four children and have many nieces and nephews. I currently live in the Birmingham, AL area with my husband and daughter. 

This is my 2nd with ALCA and I am beyond thrilled to be a part of this community! Welcome and I hope to connect with you soon!

       

MRs. Patty Tribble

Professional School Counselor, Class of 2028, alpha  a-F

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm CST 

I began my career in education in 1996 as a science teacher and coach. I hold a Bachelor’s degree from Athens State University in Secondary Education and earned a Master’s degree in School Counseling from the University of West Alabama. During my time in education I have worked with students in grades 6-12 as a science teacher, coach, reading specialist and school counselor.
I am a native to Huntsville, Alabama where I live with my husband and family. In my spare time I enjoy live music, traveling and being in the company of my loved ones.
I am excited to have the opportunity to work with the students and families at ALCA.

     

Mrs. Mary Sykes

Professional School Counselor, Class of 2025, Alpha  L-Z

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm CST 

This is my 7th year as a school counselor and my 11th year in education. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Disorders and a Masters degree in School Counseling from Liberty University. 

My husband, Brad, is Active Duty Coast Guard and together we have a 3 year-old daughter named Piper and a fur baby named Lucy. In our free time, we love to travel, enjoy time on the water, and spend time with family and friends. 

This is my 3rd year with Alabama Connections Academy and I am so excited to be a part of the ALCA family! I am looking forward to a great school year!

       

Mrs. LAURA FRALIX

Professional School Counselor, Class of 2026 alpha  G-M

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm CST 

I am originally from Mississippi where I received my AA degree from Northeast MS Community College. I transferred to Delta State University, home of the fighting Okra and earned my BA in music education. I taught elementary music and band for 3 years then decided to continue my education. I then enrolled at Mississippi State University and gained my MS in School Counseling. I have over 13 years of experience in elementary music, band and school counseling.

My husband is an SLP and we have been married for 16 years. We have two children Gideon and Amirra. We love animals and have an inside and outside dog, a fish tank with glo fish and over 40 chickens! IN our spare time we love crafts, video and board games and we are involved with our church and local community theater. Directing, acting and coordinating music for our local kids and community is a passion of mine. I began my career with Connections Academy as a substitute counselor in the 2020/2021 school year.

     

Mrs. Julie Reeves

Professional School Counselor, Class of 2027, alpha  G-M

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm CST 

“I have been in education since 2005, making this my 20th year as an educator and my 6th as a School Counselor. I attended Jacksonville State University, where I earned Bachelors Degrees in both Early Childhood and Elementary Education. I later earned my M.Ed. in School Counseling from the University of West Alabama.

My husband is an Exercise Physiologist, and we are proud parents to a brand new, beautiful baby boy, as well as our precious fur baby, Lutzie. In our free time, we love to attend as many sporting events as possible in Auburn (War Eagle!), take trips to the lake or the beach with family, and enjoy as many concerts as we can.

This is my 2nd year with Alabama Connections Academy, and I am looking forward to many great days ahead with our students and their families!”

     

Mrs. Alexis Bridges

Professional School Counselor, Class of 2028, Alpha  G-M

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm CST 

I earned both my Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and Master’s degree in Guidance & Counseling from Alabama A&M University. My education experience began as an elementary teacher for Huntsville City Schools then becoming an elementary and middle school counselor for Huntsville and Decatur City Schools. 

This is my 9th year as a school counselor and 4th year as a school counselor with Alabama Connections Academy. 

Outside of school, I own an afterschool K-12 tutoring company in Georgia which keeps me fairly busy. In my spare time, I enjoy writing, gardening, volunteering for my church, and traveling to spend time with my family. 

I strongly believe my role as school counselor should not only address the academic and social needs of all students, but it involves serving as their advocate and valuable resource towards educational advancement.  I am looking forward to connecting with all 7th grade students and parents this school year.  

     

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mrs. Casey Ritchey

Professional School Counselor, Class of 2026 alpha  N-z

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm CST 

I earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Auburn University in Human Development and Family Studies as well as Psychology before going on to receive my Master of Education in Community Agency Counseling.  I attended UAB and earned an Education Specialist degree in School Counseling.  I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, a National Certified Counselor, and a National Certified School Counselor in addition to being certificated as a Bully Prevention Specialist, Trauma and Crisis Specialist, college Admissions Specialist, & Career Development Specialist.

I have a Husband, Thomas, and 2 children, Preston & Eva.  We have 2 cats, Pete & Graycee as well as 2 Crested Geckos, Max & Ruby and a tank full of fish.  We enjoy spending time playing board games and watching movies.  

I began as a School Counselor in 2005 and  Alabama Connections Academy in 2020.  I am so excited to be working in a virtual environment with just wonderful faculty, students, and families. 

   

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mrs. Nafiyah Kirkland

Professional School Counselor, Class of 2027, alpha  N-z

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm CST 

This is my 10th year in Education as a School Counselor and my 7th year with ALCA. I graduated from William Carey University with my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and then my Master’s Degree in School Counseling. I am a National Board Certified Counselor, a member of the American School Counselor Association, and a member of the Alabama School Counselor Association.

I have a busy, curious seven-year-old little boy and a feisty, sweet three-year-old little girl. I enjoy spending quality time with my friends and family, volunteering at my church, and being a school counselor.

Being a part of the ALCA family is the best professional decision I have ever made and I hope you will be able to say the same!

     

 

Dr. JEssica Quaife

Professional School Counselor, Class of 2028, Alpha  N-z

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm CST 

I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from William Carey University.  I earned my Education Specialist Degree from Carson-Newman University in Administrative Leadership.  I also earned my Doctorate of Education in Administrative Leadership from Carson-Newman University, focusing my dissertation on virtual education.  

I have three dogs, Jasper, Sophie, & Pepper who I love dearly and who keep me busy in my free time.  I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, as well as reading, watching movies, and playing board games.  Another passion of mine is travel and I head the travel program here at ALCA.

This is my 14th year as a School Counselor and my 7th year with Alabama Connections Academy.  I am so happy that you have chosen to be part of the ALCA family and I am excited to help you along your academic and career journey!