John Newbold has been a member of the PHS family for eleven years as a school counselor. He has also served as the AP Coordinator, sophomore class sponsor, and the Doctor Who Club sponsor.John previously interned at Ben Davis High School before arriving at Plainfield in 2006.

John received a B.S.W. from Ball State University in 2002, with a double major in social work and criminal justice, and also worked with youth outreach ministry in Muncie through Young Life during  that time. He earned an M.S. in school counseling from IUPUI in 2006.

Mr. Newbold grew up in South Bend and went to high school at St. Joseph’s, right across the street from Notre Dame. He enjoys biking, the Indianapolis Colts, and playing with his dog in his free time. John also enjoys working with all students and helping them to achieve their best, both at Plainfield High School and beyond!