Valerie Durkle serves as a School Counselor at Normandy Elementary School, part of the Centerville City School District in Ohio. In this capacity, she supports students' social-emotional development, academic achievement, and overall well-being. Her responsibilities include meeting with students individually and in groups, consulting with parents regarding child development and specific concerns, and leading classroom lessons aligned with the district's social-emotional learning curriculum. As the designated Purple Star Military Family Liaison, she provides dedicated resources to support military-connected families. Additionally, she coordinates community initiatives, such as managing inquiries for the Food 2 Go program, which is supported by local partners.