Our Team

Director of Counseling and Health Services
garriganj@ltisdschools.org
512-533-5940

Jennifer Garrigan began her role as the Director of Counseling and Health Services for Lake Travis ISD in November of 2024. With more than 14 years of experience in education and school counseling, she is dedicated to fostering students’ academic growth and social-emotional well-being. Jennifer leads the design and implementation of evidence-based counseling programs and oversees initiatives that strengthen school culture, safety, and academic achievement.

Before joining Lake Travis ISD, Jennifer served as the Director of Counseling and Student Support for Comal ISD, where she supported 90 school counselors and social workers across 37 campuses. Her professional background also includes higher education, having worked as a Senior Partnerships Coordinator for the OnRamps Dual Enrollment program at The University of Texas at Austin. Additionally, she has served as a lead school counselor in Austin ISD, worked as a district-level Counseling Coordinator, and contributed to the crisis response team.

Jennifer holds a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of San Francisco and a Bachelor of Arts in English with an emphasis in Education from California State University, Chico.

Lead Nurse
ennisj@ltisdschools.org

Jamie Ennis has proudly served as a school nurse since 2014 and is passionate about supporting the health, safety, and well-being of students. Prior to transitioning to school nursing, Jamie gained valuable clinical experience in both pediatrics and labor and delivery, providing her with a strong foundation for caring for children and families.

As a resident of the Lake Travis community, Jamie has a meaningful personal connection to the district. She and her husband have three children who have attended schools in Lake Travis ISD, giving her a unique perspective as both a healthcare professional and a parent.

Jamie is committed to fostering a healthy and supportive learning environment and values partnering with students, families, and staff to help every child succeed. She is honored to serve the Lake Travis ISD community and is dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of students each day.

District Social Worker
Supports: LTHS, LTE, LPE, LWE
robertsa@ltisdschools.org

Amanda Roberts is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than two decades of experience dedicated to supporting children, families, and communities. She earned her Master of Social Work and became a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in 2000 after graduating from the University of Texas at Arlington. Throughout her career, Amanda has remained committed to helping individuals and families navigate challenges, strengthen resilience, and access the resources and support needed to thrive.

For the past three years, Amanda has proudly served Lake Travis ISD as a District Social Worker. In this role, she works collaboratively with students, families, school counselors, campus administrators, and community partners to address mental health and social-emotional needs, remove barriers to student success, and connect families with valuable school and community-based resources.

Amanda is passionate about creating supportive environments where students and families feel heard, valued, and connected. She is committed to strengthening partnerships between home, school, and the community and helping ensure that every student has access to the support and resources needed to be successful both in and outside of the classroom

District Social Worker
Supports: LTHS, HBMS, RHE, SHE
nagelj@ltisdschools.org

Joelle Nagel, LCSW-S, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Supervisor Status who has more than 10 years of experience supporting the social, emotional, and behavioral well-being of children, adolescents, and families. She earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Denver, where she also completed a certificate in School Social Work. Joelle currently serves as a District School Social Worker for Lake Travis ISD, where she is dedicated to fostering safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environments that empower students to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. 

Throughout her career, Joelle has worked in public schools, residential treatment programs, and community mental health settings. Her experience includes crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, behavioral consultation, restorative practices, family engagement, and multidisciplinary collaboration to support student success. Joelle is passionate about helping students build resilience, develop healthy relationships, and strengthen the skills they need to navigate life's challenges with confidence. She believes every student deserves to feel seen, valued, and supported, and is committed to ensuring all students have the resources and opportunities they need to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

District Social Worker
Supports BCE, WCHE, BCMS, LTMS
birdl@ltisdschools.org

Lanara Bird is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly 20 years of experience supporting students, families, and school communities. She currently serves as a District Social Worker for Lake Travis ISD, where she works collaboratively with students, families, educators, campus leadership, and community partners to promote student well-being and help ensure students have the support they need to thrive both academically and personally.

Lanara earned her Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Master’s degree in Special Education from The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. Her background in both social work and special education provides her with a unique perspective and a comprehensive understanding of the diverse academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs of students.

Throughout her career, Lanara has been dedicated to promoting students’ social-emotional well-being and mental health by identifying individual and family needs, reducing barriers to student success, and connecting families with meaningful school and community-based resources and services. She values building strong partnerships between families, schools, and community agencies to create a coordinated network of support for students.

Through collaboration, advocacy, and a student-centered approach, Lanara is committed to creating environments where students feel supported, connected, and empowered. She is passionate about helping students build resilience, develop the skills needed to navigate challenges, and reach their full potential in school and beyond.