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Welcome to ECHS Counseling Department
Our purpose is to provide a comprehensive counseling program that supports the educational needs of our entire student population. Our counseling program strives for excellence in academics, social-emotional development, and college/career preparation by empowering and encouraging students. We hold ourselves responsible for providing services to our stakeholders and educational partners, which includes families, staff, and community members, to meaningfully impact students’ lives and high school experience.
Counseling Vision Statement
The vision of the MUHSD School Counseling Program, in alignment with the MUHSD Vision, is for every student to graduate with CTE experience and college credit and/or preparedness. MUHSD counselors believe students and families are active educational partners in ensuring student success through collaborative planning and goal setting to meet the comprehensive needs of all students across academic, postsecondary, and social-emotional domains.
Counseling Mission Statement
The mission of the MUHSD School Counseling Program, in alignment with the MUHSD Mission, is to support all students in acquiring necessary skills to excel in academics, postsecondary opportunities, and social-emotional well-being. MUHSD counselors provide direct and indirect services to ensure equity, access, and success for every student in preparing them for the 21st century and in achieving their postsecondary goals.
Belief Statements
- School Counselors will create a safe environment to provide the tools needed to foster a growth mindset.
- School Counselors will create a supportive environment to encourage MUHSD students to reach their fullest potential in the areas of academic, college/career, and social-emotional development.
- All MUHSD students will graduate with defined goals as well as the tools, skills and knowledge necessary to accomplish those goals.
- School Counselors are advocates, leaders, collaborators, and consultants who foster inclusive environments and create equitable opportunities for student success.
- All MUHSD students will have the knowledge and opportunity to access counseling services to identify and communicate their needs, academic goals, and develop self advocacy skills.
Counseling Resources
Counselors provide direct and indirect services across multiple tiers and domains as outlined in the ECHS Counseling Dept. Annual Calendar.
ECHS Counseling Department Annual Calendar
ECHS Counseling Request Form
Counseling Staff
| Staff | Title | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|
| Mike Abarca | Counselor, B-E | 209-384-5529 |
| Niccole Salm | Counselor, F-K | 209-384-5525 |
| Andrea Evans | Counselor, L-O | 209-384-5526 |
| Eduardo Ruiz | Counselor, P-S | 209-384-5527 |
| Alejandra Salas | Counselor, T-A | 209-384-5527 |
| Katelyn Mayo | Associate Principal, Counseling | 209-384-5505 |
| Brenda Tellez-Olmos | Student Support Manager | 209-384-5533 |
| Brianna Bustamante | School Psychologist | 209-384-5583 |
| Brandee Ruiz | Scholarship Counselor | 209-384-5559 |
| Martha Manzo | Scholarship Technician | 209-384-5559 |
| Arturo Sanchez | Career & Guidance Technician | 209-384-5524 |
| Ariel Cardenas | Career & Guidance Technician | 209-384-5524 |
| Sylvia Escamilla | Registrar | 209-384-5541 |
| Ashley Mizener | Data Entry/Computer Operator | 209-384-5540 |