Mallory Jacobs, a dedicated educator, counselor, and advocate, has made a profound impact on the school counseling landscape in Kansas. Raised in Holton, Kansas, Mallory's journey into the realm of counseling began over a decade ago, shaping the lives of countless students, families, and staff members along the way.  She is currently one of the school counselors at Whitson Elementary in Topeka Public Schools.  Holding the position of lead elementary counselor, Mallory also assists other counselors in the district.  She was also named Kansas School Counselor of the Year. 

Mallory's dedication to the field extends beyond the confines of her school. As the co-chair for KSCA Bylaws and Ethics, she actively contributes to the advancement of counseling standards and practices statewide. Additionally, Mallory serves as a counselor leader coordinator for the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE), where she helps shape policies and initiatives to support counselors across the state.