WHEATLAND - Stephanie Marker, Provisional Professional Counselor, based at Wheatland High School, received the Wyoming Counseling Association's Bob Porter Service Award. 

This award is in memory of Robert Carroll Porter, who was a teacher, coach and secondary school counselor in Wyoming from 1946 to 1982, and for service to Wyoming youth at the junior or senior high school level.  

Marker is a strong female leader dedicated to mental health services for marginalized middle and high school students in Platte County.  She promotes equity and access to opportunities and well-rounded educational experiences for all students to maximize student achievement.  

Marker is responsible for school counseling innovation and further development of programs supporting students' career, social, emotional and academic development.  While Stephanie is humble about her work, the positive impact is evident through her student’s mental health and academic success.