Meet the Guidance Team
Guidance Secretary
Lori Davis Email: ldavis@bccs286.org Phone: 763-272-8348
About Me
I was born in Bemidji, Minnesota and grew up in Hibbing. I went to school at Minnesota North College in Hibbing for Business and Marketing. I have worked at Brooklyn Center Schools for 22 years. I really enjoy our students, staff and community.
Fun Facts
Favorite Sports Team: MN Vikings
Favorite Movie: The Notebook
Favorite Book: Lemon Bar Queen
Family: I have a husband and 2 boys that are grown up and also have 2 grandchildren and another one on the way.
Pets: no pets, but we love to watch our hummingbirds
Favorite Quote: Just another day in Paradise!
Grades 6-8 Counselor
Isetta Pierre Email: ipierre@bccs286.org Phone: 763-272-8288
About Me
I was born in Liberia, West Africa and was raised in Roseville Minnesota. I received my bachelor’s degree in Human Services from Fontbonne University in St. Louis Missouri where I played division 3 basketball. I received my master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Argosy University in Minnesota. My School Counseling licensure is from the University of Minnesota! This is my 2nd year at BSCS, and I look forward to connecting with all of you!
Fun Facts
Favorite Sports Team: Minnesota Lynx
Favorite Movie: Coming to America and The Usual Suspects
Favorite Book: Americanah by: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Family: Husband and 4 children
Pets: Fish named Jazz
Favorite Quote: May your choices reflect your hopes, not your fears -Nelson Mandela
Middle School Social Worker
Sonny Swanson Email: sswanson@bccs286.org Phone: 763-314-8182
About Me
When I am outside, I am the happiest. I love exploring the north shore and taking my kids and dogs along with me. When I was younger, I really disliked school and had a hard time making friends so I feel this experience allows me to connect with students who are having similar struggles today. I also carry my queer identity with me wherever I go and am passionate about staying active and strong with my queer community.
Fun Facts
Favorite Sports Team: MN Wild and Detroit Red Wings
Favorite Movie: Midnight Cowboy
Favorite Book: Siddartha
Family: Spouse and 2 kids.
Pets: 4 dogs, 3 cats, a bird, a bearded dragon and a bunch of fish (aka too many!).
Favorite Quote:“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.” - Mahatma Gandhi
High School counselor 9-10
Megan Stein Email: Mstein@bccs286.org Phone: 763-299-7522 Book an appointment with me!
About Me
I have been a school counselor for 9 years. I enjoy anything outdoors and traveling. I love working with students and seeing them explore all their options.
Fun Facts
Favorite Sports Team: Carolina Panthers
Favorite TV Show: Gilmore Girls
Favorite Book: The Trail by Ethan Gallogly or Anything by Fredrik Backman
Family: 2 Brothers, one younger and one older. A fabulous mother and I have one son.
Pets: I no longer have any animals, but love all animals. When I was growing up we had fish, dogs, cats, hamsters, bunnies, guinea pigs, turtles, snakes, lizards, and a chicken.
Favorite Quote: Celebrate your failures, they help you grow.
High School Counselor 11-12
Joe Kane Email: jkane@bccs286.org Phone: 763-272-8285 Book an appointment with me!
High School Social Worker
Alyssa Herrera Email: aherrera@bccs286.org Phone: 763-314-8155
About Me
I was raised in St. Paul, Minnesota. I received my bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Winona State University. I moved to St. Louis, Missouri in 2001 where I attended Washington University in St. Louis and received my master’s degree in Social Work. Right after graduation I worked as a deputy juvenile officer in St. Louis County Family Court for a couple years before I started my career as a school social worker in 2007. I moved back to Minnesota in 2022 and that is when I started working at BC. I have worked in many places and BC is by far my favorite place. The beach is my happy place and tacos are life.
Fun Facts
Favorite Sports Team: Colorado Buffs and Auburn Tigers football teams
Favorite Movie: Friday, Purple Rain and Best Man
Favorite Book: Don’t have a specific one but love true crime and psychological thrillers.
Family: I have a 29 year old son. Family is the most important thing to me. I am very close to my entire extended family including my mom and step-father, sister and brother-in-law, 2 little nieces, aunties, uncle and cousins.
Pets: I have a 6 year old dog named Tyson and a 3 year old cat named Deaks
Favorite Quote: “Be the change you wish to see in the world” Mahatma Ghandi
School Psychologist Intern
Olivia Jeckel Email: ojeckel@bccs286.org Phone:763-314-8483 ext. 2132
About Me
I am originally from Illinois and moved to Minneapolis in 2022. I received my bachelor’s from the University of Missouri and my master’s from the University of Minnesota. This is my first year at Brooklyn Center and as a school psychologist intern. Following this school year, I will finish my degree and become a fully licensed school psychologist. In my free time I enjoy going for walks, reading, coloring, and watching reality TV. I am at my happiest when I am at home snuggled up with my cat and a good book!
Fun Facts
Favorite Sports Team: Chicago Bears and Minnesota Lynx
Favorite Movie: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind or Twister
Favorite Book: In Cold Blood, There’s no Such Thing as Bad Weather, Station Eleven… too many to count!
Family: I live at home with my boyfriend. I have two half sisters and two nieces.
Pets: I have one cat named Milton.
Favorite Quote: “I raise up my voice — not so that I can shout, but so that those without a voice can be heard … we cannot all succeed when half of us are held back." ― Malala Yousafzai
Attendance Engagement Specialist
Amanda Ean Email: Aean@bccs286.org Phone: 763-299-7993
About Me: I was born in Minnesota but have lived all over the United States and moved a ton as a kid. I received my Bachelor's degree from St. Cloud State University and am starting my master's degree soon! I live here in Brooklyn Center near Palmer Lake and this will be my 2nd year here at BC!
Fun Facts
Favorite Sports Team: Timberwolves
Favorite Movie/TV Show: Gilmore Girls
Favorite Book: any and all psychological thriller books (I love a good twist ending!)
Family: I have a husband and one son who is 2!
Pets: We have a dog named Nova and a cat named Sully
Favorite Quote: "Grow through what you go through"