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Kristi Deedrick
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 School Counselor

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Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2009 from University of Illinois

Master of Social Work in 2011 from Loyola University Chicago 

Kristi Deedrick (kbandy2@illinois.edu) is a big Illinois sports fan! She is a University of Illinois alumna, receiving her Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2009. Kristi then received her Master of Social Work in 2011 from Loyola University Chicago with a specialization in schools and concentration in children and family studies. She has experience working with students K-12 as a school social worker and as a school crisis counselor. She is a previous coach who enjoys sharing her love for the game by reinforcing fundamental skills, hard work ethic, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Most recently, Kristi has been exploring medical social work and has been employed by Carle Foundation Hospital for the last 2 years. Through this time, she has discovered her true passion is working with students in an educational setting and helping them reach/work towards personal and professional goals. Kristi completed her first half marathon this spring and enjoys playing recreational sports, such as sand volleyball.

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Amy Han
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School Counselor

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Education

  • Bachelors in Human Development and Family Studies from University of Illinois

Amy Han (amyhan@illinois.edu) is assigned to students with the last names L-Z. She is a licensed clinical social worker who has served youth and adolescents with emotional and behavioral concerns. She graduated from the University of Illinois with a bachelors in Human Development and Family Studies and continued on to receive her masters in Social Work. She has experience counseling youth and adolescents with specific concerns of mental health, Autism, trauma, anxiety, depression and other behaviors. The past 11 years she has been working at a therapeutic day treatment school addressing these concerns using Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and trauma informed care. Amy loves to spend time with her husband and three young children. She also loves the outdoors, drawing and building relationships with others.

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Lisa Micele
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Director of College Counseling

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Education

  • B.S. and M.Ed. degrees from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  • M.A. degree in School Counseling from Lewis University

Lisa Micele (lmicele@illinois.edu) serves as the Director of College Counseling -- overseeing the formal college college process for juniors and seniors. She also serves as the Head of Counseling of the Student Services Office and coordinates/ supervises the Peer College Counseling program. Lisa actively participates in professional organizations and college visitation programs to further enhance not only her knowledge of various college campuses but also the professional visibility of University Laboratory High School nationwide. She is an active member in IACAC (Illinois Association for College Admission Counseling) and NACAC (National Association for College Admission Counseling) -- and regularly presents at regional, state and national conferences. She serves on various state & national advisory / scholarship selection committees, and is currently a "college counselor advisor" to the national Fiske College Guide series. She serves as an instructor for the Principals Scholars Program on the University of Illinois campus -- instructing students and their families (from surrounding high schools) on the college selection & application process. Lisa joined Uni High in 1993. While at Uni, she has received the "Teacher of the Year" award in 1995, the Yearbook Dedication in 1997,and was asked to give the commencement address for the Class of 1994. In 2000, Lisa received the CAPE (Chancellor's Academic Professional for Excellence) Award on the University of Illinois campus-- nominated for her work contributions, personal contributions, and professional contributions as an academic professional on campus. The Illinois Association for College Admission Counseling awarded Mrs. Micele the "Newcomer Award" in 1997, and the "President's Service Recognition Award" for strong and consistent leadership to IACAC in 2003. Lisa received both her B.S. and M.Ed. degrees from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and completed a second M.A. degree in School Counseling from Lewis University. She holds a Type 73 endorsement -- earning School Counselor Certification in the state of Illinois.

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Cheryl Lehman
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Office Manager & Registrar

Ms. Lehman supports

  •     our 3 counselors (2 School Counselors; 1 Director of College Counseling)
  •     our teachers, staff, and administration as needed
  •     our students, parents and guardians
  •     our visiting college reps and young alumni
  •     our concurrent enrollment program (coordinating UIUC and Parkland partnerships)
  •     our developmental SSO counseling goals (Subbies thru Seniors)

Cheryl Lehman (ctrotter@illinois.edu) Ms. Lehman enjoys reading great literature, playing cards, and traveling—especially with her family, which includes her husband, two teenagers, and a goofy dog. She holds a BA in English and an MA in Teaching English as a Second Language, both from the U of I. After having taught pre-college ESL for over 20 years, she spent the better part of last school year as a long-term English substitute teacher at Uni, getting to know and love this wonderful community of students, families, faculty, and staff. She looks forward to contributing to Uni’s excellence!