Title: Middle School Counselor (Retired)
Company: Schools in Houston, Texas, and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
Verna Louise Gaines Jackson, Retired School Counselor in Houston, Texas, and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Educators for dedication, achievements, and leadership in school counseling.
Ms. Jackson retired after achieving more than four decades of professional experience. She excelled as a middle school counselor in various school buildings in Houston, Texas, and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, from 1987 until 2012, and previously served as a high school teacher in Oklahoma for five years.
Before embarking on an exceedingly productive career, Ms. Jackson gained vital training while earning a bachelor’s degree from Oklahoma State University. To gain further expertise in her field, she subsequently earned a master’s degree in Houston, Texas.
Over the course of her career, Ms. Jackson received a number of prestigious honors, including the University of Oklahoma Public Service Award and an Award for Human Relations and Crime Prevention from the Houston Independent School District. Moreover, she garnered a special certificate from the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.
Becoming a teacher was a lifelong dream for Ms. Jackson, who drew inspiration from her own instructors, particularly a music teacher who served as her most influential mentor. She started college when she was just 15 years old and immediately became a school teacher when she graduated at 20 years old. Dedicated to the welfare of her community, she has served as a volunteer at her local church.
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