Ms. Watson, BIS Counselor

Hello!  I would like to introduce myself.  My name is Sonya Watson, and I am the Counselor for Bolivar Intermediate School.  I am originally from St. Peters, MO, which is a suburb of St. Louis.  After high school, I went to College of the Ozarks where I double majored in Psychology and Elementary Education. After graduating from college, I taught a combined class of third and fourth grade students for two years.  I then went to Missouri State University where I was trained in Child-Centered Play Therapy, also known as Nondirective Play Therapy, and earned my Master's in Guidance and Counseling.  I have been a Counselor in the Bolivar district since 2001 and am blessed to work with such wonderful students, parents, and staff.  

Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, playing with my little dog Sadie, reading, watching movies, traveling, and swimming. During the summer, you can usually find me in Branson, MO at White Water, Silver Dollar City, or Moonshine Beach.  You may even find me rollerblading with my family.  Thankfully, I haven't broken anything...yet.  ;)

Certifications:
K-12 Professional School Counselor
K-12 School Psychological Examiner
1-8 Elementary Education Teacher

Education:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and Elementary Education
(Double major; 3.0 GPA) from College of the Ozarks (Class of 1997) 

​Master of Science Degree in Guidance and Counseling (4.0 GPA, 64 Credits) from Missouri State University (Class of 2001)

"Every child deserves a champion - an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection, and insists they become the best they can possibly be."  ~Rita Pierson