Welcome To Stewart's Counseling Webpage!
Hello! My name is Melissa Christiano and I am proud be Stewart Elementary's School Counselor!
As for my background, I have an elementary/special education degree and a masters degree in Educational Psychology from the University of Nebraska. I have previously taught first and second grades, have been a special education teacher prek-6th grade, and have been an elementary counselor for the past 22 years; with a grand total of 25 years
in education. My specialized training in crisis response and grief allowed me the opportunity to work at Lory's Place, a Grief Healing Center in St.Joseph, Michigan. I am grateful for all the children and families I have met along the way as all have helped me grow and know what is truly important in this journey of life.
My husband Bob and I live with our 95 lb chocolate lab, Chevy, in South Bend Indiana. I have two wonderful stepdaughters who are Lakeshore alum and I enjoy visiting them in New York City and Chicago. My husband and I enjoy traveling, cheering on the METS, watching
college sports (GO Cornhuskers!) and exploring interesting places on our motorcycle. Spending time at the lake with my parents and spoiling my four nieces and two nephews are just a few more of my favorite things.
It has truly been a privilege to work at Stewart for the past 18 years and I trust you will find Stewart a great school family. I look forward
to working with you and your child/ren and hope you find this site helpful. Please contact me directly if I can be of assistance.
Melissa Christiano
[email protected]
(269) 428-1418 ext. 6090
"When I approach a child he inspires me with two sentiments, tenderness for what she is, and respect for what he may become." Luis Pasteur