Jennifer Hagstrom

Nevada GEAR UP Specialist – Pahrump Valley High School

jhagstrom@nyeschools.org

Hometown: Cadillac, Michigan

Bio: Jennifer is from beautiful Cadillac, Michigan in the scenic Midwest. Upon graduation from Saginaw Valley State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education, she relocated to Pahrump, Nevada where she has been a teacher and counselor at Pahrump Valley High School for the past 15 years. During her tenure in Pahrump, Jen earned her Master’s Degree in School Counseling from the University of Nevada Las Vegas. As a first generation college student herself, Jen made a valuable connection with her high school counselor which drove her to continue to work with students in a counseling setting. She is passionate about helping students navigate the college and career exploration process after graduation, and loves visits from former students. In her spare time, Jen enjoys spending time with friends, family, travelling, and spoiling her dogs Breslin, and Wrigley. Jen is ecstatic to be a part of the GEAR UP family to do the exciting work of helping students to dream, believe and achieve their goals.

Favorite Quote: “When educating the minds of our youth, we must not forget to educate their hearts.” -Dalai Lama