Paul Walrod
Manager of Counseling Services
MS, School Counseling, Pittsburg State University
As Manager of Counseling Services at Kansas Connections Academy, Paul Walrod draws on a wealth of experience to help our students thrive. He is starting his 30th year in education —all in Kansas! He has been a teacher, a school counselor, and a principal before joining the Kansas Connections Academy staff. The 2022-23 school year will be his 9th year with Kansas Connections Academy. Mr. Walrod holds a BME in music education and an MS in school counseling both from Pittsburg State University. He completed his building leadership studies and licensure through Baker University.
Mr. Walrod says he cannot think of any occupation that could be better than be working with students and their families! He is happy to do anything he can to help them be successful and healthy at school. He is most impressed with the Kansas Connections Academy staff’s abilities in all capacities. Mr. Walrod is available to assist students with academics and social needs, as well as college and career needs. He works directly with grades 9-12.