Sarah Lemae
Email Sarah Lemae 
218-879-3308 x 4115

My name is Sarah Lemae, and I have been the School Counselor at Churchill Elementary since 2018 and look forward to more years to come. As the School Counselor, I see students individually to work on Coping Skills, discuss and solve friendship problems, and talk through upsetting life events. I also go to all the classrooms to teach social emotional lessons to help Churchill students manage their stress, work on friendship skills, and teach them how to advocate for themselves. Small groups called Lunch Bunches are also groups I run during lunch periods to work on friendship concerns, help students develop their friendships, and talk about challenges. I look forward to working with all the families and students of the Churchill community.

Abigail Sewell
Email Abbi Sewell
218-879-3369 x5074

My name is Abbi Sewell and I have been a counselor at Washington Elementary since 2016. I am originally from Cloquet, and my husband and family still live in Cloquet. I feel very proud to be a part of such an amazing community and school district. I love working here at Washington Elementary, where our students come first! I work with students one on one, in small groups and large group classrooms. I help students create skills to help them as they navigate their friendships, conflicts, and any stressors that life presents. I am very excited to work with your child and family this school year. Please feel free to reach out anytime. 

Jamie Jazdzewski (She/Her)
Email Jamie Jazdzewski (She/Her)
218.878.3040

My name is Jamie Jazdzewski and I am the School Counselor at Cloquet Middle School. I have been the School Counselor here since 2003. I love Cloquet schools and chose to move here when my children started school so they could receive an outstanding education. I spend my day working with middle school students on a one-to-one basis or in small groups helping them through life challenges. We solve many conflicts with friends, process family changes, and set goals for their future.  I also spend time in the classroom teaching them tools to work through their anxieties, stress and emotions. Students experience many developmental changes during their middle school years and I do my best to help them navigate through all of them. I am here to support students and their families through these awkward and exciting years!

Nichole Whittet (She/Her)
Email Nichole Whittet (She/Her)
218.878.5406

My name is Niki Whittet and I am a school counselor at Cloquet Middle School. I started with the district in June of 2021. CMS is a wonderful school, but that doesn’t mean our students won’t face challenges while they are here. Middle school can be a tough time for a lot of us! I would like your child to know that there is always an adult at the school who will be on their side, cheering them on. As a school counselor, my primary responsibility is to promote the academic, personal, and social development of all students. I do this through classroom lessons, small groups, and one-on-one meetings. I’m excited to be able to continue being a support for all students at CMS.  

Shannon Sams (She/Her)
Email Shannon Sams
218.879.3393 x1200

My name is Shannon Sams, and I have been a counselor at Cloquet Senior High School since 2000.  Cloquet is a wonderful district with numerous opportunities and professional and caring staff...I feel blessed to be a part of this school and the community. I am personally committed to helping students improve academic achievement, personal and social development, and career and college planning. I look forward to working with you this upcoming school year!

Nicole Lackas (She/Her)
Email Nicole Lackas
218.879.3393 x1201

My name is Nicole Lackas, and I’ve been employed in the Cloquet School District since 2012.  As a school counselor, I strive to build, foster, and strengthen relationships with students, staff, families, and the community.  It is my personal mission to teach and model unconditional positive regard towards all, leading with empathy and determination, and providing a safe place where every student will know love and belonging.  As a former teacher, I am passionate about helping students achieve academic goals, and I’m devoted to helping each student prepare for the future through college and career planning!  I’m excited to connect and look forward to working with you in the future!

Nicole DeCoteau-Romero
Email Nicole DeCoteau-Romero
218.879.3393

Boozhoo, Hello! My name is Nicole DeCoteau Romero. I started with the Cloquet School District in 2022 and have been a school counselor since 2018. Prior to being a counselor, I worked at various nonprofits providing case management services to young people ages 10-24 years. I enjoy being a counselor and am committed to helping young people strive for their goals, set a positive mindset, and cultivate resiliency. I look forward to working and connecting with students and families this year.   

Traci Laughlin
Email Traci Laughlin
218-879-0115 ext 6310

Hi, my name is Traci Laughlin and I am the school counselor at CAAEP. I am new to the district as of the 20-21 school year. I am excited to work with students at CAAEP to assist them with credit recovery and working toward goals after graduation. I have held many jobs in my career; I have worked as research scientist in virology and microbiology, and most recently, I worked for 16+ years as a guidance counselor in a correctional facility. I enjoy the atmosphere at CAAEP and the caring and creative environment we as a team, provide students to achieve and succeed. Please feel free to contact me; I am committed to students and their families.