High School Counselors
Mission
Welcome to the High School Guidance Office! Bowling Green High School offers a professionally trained counseling staff to assist students with their personal, social, academic, and career development. The counselors are also available to work with students, parents, and teachers on shared goals. The guidance staff has access to resources and information which can assist students in many ways, so please stop in!
About BGHS
Save the Dates
- September 9, 2026: Freshman Penta presentation.
- September 10, 2026: Sophomore Penta presentation.
- September 28, 2026: Senior Financial Aid Night, 6 - 7 p.m. in the PAC.
- October 12, 2026: FAFSA Completion Night, 6-8 p.m. in the HS library.
- November 5, 2026: Explore Penta Day
- January 13, 2027: CCP Night, 7 p.m. in the PAC.
- January 21, 2027: Senior scholarship meeting and yearbook picture in the big gym during AA.
- February 3, 2027: 8th Grade Parent Night, 6 p.m. in the PAC.
- February 10, 2027: HS student registration forms due for the 2027-2028 school year.
- February 17, 2027: 8th grade registration forms due for the 2027-2028 school year.
- April 28, 2027: Senior Local Scholarship Awards Ceremony
- May 23, 2027: Senior Class Commencement, 2 p.m., BGSU Stroh Center.
Information and Resources
- Career Planning Tools
- College Planning
- Financial Aid
- Graduation Requirements
- High School Credit Options
- Local Scholarship Program
- Mental Health Resources
- Student and Family Presentation Information and Materials
- Transcript Requests
Career Planning Tools
College Planning
Financial Aid
Graduation Requirements
High School Credit Options
Local Scholarship Program
Mental Health Resources
Student and Family Presentation Information and Materials
Transcript Requests
Contact Us

Lori Maas
Counselor, Students G-N
419-354-0100 x1013
lmaas@bgcs.k12.oh.us

Amanda McBride
Counselor, Students O-Z
419-354-0100 x1011
amcbride@bgcs.k12.oh.us

Doug Niekamp
Counselor, Students A-F
419-354-0100 x1012
dniekamp@bgcs.k12.oh.us

Kathy Hershberger
Office Manager & Registrar
419-354-0100 x1010
khershberger@bgcs.k12.oh.us

Jillian Powell
School Psychologist
419-354-0100 x1014
jpowell@bgcs.k12.oh.us
