Counselor’s Corner

Please check out our new counselor’s information page.

Welcome! 

I hope you find the information on this page helpful!

Loesche Learners are students who exhibit the qualities of those who love learning.  They are on time, prepared and active participants in the learning process. Our Loesche School Community – the teachers, staff, Home & School Association and you, help make Loesche the amazing school that it is. We celebrate diversity in culture and promote student individuality.  Our goal for this year is to continue to move from good to GREAT as we transform learners into leaders!

We encourage parents to become active members of the school community. Thank you for your support!

Please feel free to reach out to me via phone at 215-400-3020 or email at smcohen@philasd.org.

How You Can Help Your Child Succeed in School
While the student should assume the major responsibility for their success at Loesche, parents and guardians are encouraged to take an active interest in the educational program at Loesche.
Help your child by doing the following things:
·           ATTEND SCHOOL EACH DAY
·           Attend school each day ON TIME!
·           Ask about homework every day
·           Provide a definite time and suitable place for studying and homework
·           Purchase and replenish all supplies requested by the teacher.
·           Make resource materials available (dictionary, encyclopedia, etc.)
·           Check your child’s work for neatness
·           Arrange with the teacher for homework assignments if an absence is known in advance
·           Be sure to establish bedtime routines and good eating practices
·           Ensure they get proper rest each day
·           Do NOT schedule family vacations during instructional days during the school year.  They will be unexcused absences.  Please arrange vacations around school holidays/days off from school.

Our Counselor’s

My name is Kirsta Pennypacker, and I’m the school counselor for kindergarten and first grade! I’m so happy to work with the wonderful students, families, and staff here at Loesche!

My job is to support students’ success and wellbeing through individual counseling, group counseling, classroom lessons, and school-wide initiatives. I also monitor student attendance and enforce district attendance policies.

I can be contacted via ClassDojo, email kpennypacker@philasd.org, or phone 215-400-3020 ext. 1231. Please do not hesitate to reach out if I can ever be of any support!

Hi! My name is Mrs. Luliano. I am so excited to be your child’s school counselor.

I was a first- and second-grade teacher for 10 years. Recently, I transitioned to the role of a school counselor. I began working as a school counselor for grades K-2 at Loesche last year, and this year I will be working with grades 2 and 3.

I am looking forward to this year. It’s going to be great!

Contact me by:

Email: speden@philasd.org

Contact: 215-400-3020

Class dojo: Samantha Liliano

My name is Sharon Smyth and I am the School Counselor at William H. Loesche Elementary School. I am grateful for the privilege of working with all of the wonderful Loesche students, families, and staff.

I can be reached at

Email: smcohen@philasd.org

Contact: 215-400-3020