We are a small team of talented professionals with a wide range of skills and experience. We love what we do, and we do it with passion. We are excited to be a part of Lloydminster’s elementary schools and the border city community.
SHINE Coaches are certified mindful educators through MindfulSchools.org.
Melody Oliver
MA Counselling Psychology CCC
SHINE Program Manager
As the program manager Melody brings 23 years experience in mental health intervention and prevention. Within the Recovery Alberta Mental Health Capacity Building program she appreciates the opportunity to meet with community partners and serve on boards in order to consult and collaborate on Mental Health prevention for the community of Lloydminster.
Email me: moliver@lcsd.ca
Rhea Elmes
Diploma Applied Psychology and Counselling
SHINE Wellness Coach – Jack Kemp & Father Gorman School
With a diploma in Applied Psychology and Addictions counselling, I have a passion for teaching family connections and communication. Living and raising a family in Lloydminster for the last 15 years I value the opportunity to share the carefully crafted programs of SHINE to the students and staff of Lloydminster.
Tina Rak
Diploma Early Childhood Development
SHINE Wellness Coach – Mother Teresa, Winston Churchill & Queen Elizabeth School
Tina is passionate about teaching students gratitude and mindfulness. Tina has an Early Childhood education background and experience supporting families in crisis. Tina is looking forward to creating a safe and calm environment for students to learn and explore.
Email me: trak@lcsd.ca
Heather Carroll
Diploma Early Learning and Childcare/ Diploma Child and youth Care Counselling.
SHINE Wellness Coach – College Park School, St. Mary’s School, St. Joseph’s School
Heather’s passion is ensuring children feel safe. Finding safe and helpful ways of learning how to cope with the stressors of life. She is excited to use her education in Early Learning and Childcare and Child and Youth Care Counseling, to help the students find strength within themselves and learn how powerful they can be.
Email me: hcarroll@lcsd.ca
Mackenzie Taylor
BA Psychology
SHINE Wellness Coach – St Thomas, and Rendell Par
Mackenzie’s passion is educating children about emotions and healthy coping strategies. Mackenzie has a Bachelor of Psychology and background of children ministry and helping families in crisis. Mackenzie is looking forward to empowering children to feel safe and comfortable exploring and coping with their emotions.
tmackenzie@lcsd.ca
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