Counseling Department
school counselors
Counselors are assigned by student's last name, all grades 9-12
A - Fo = Ms. Kristen Barrett x5280 kristen_barrett@pvusd.net (Substitute for Mrs. Fox)
Fr - Mc = Ms. Elva Martin x 5283 elva_martin@pvusd.net
Me - Pl = Mrs. Maureen Brandi x5285 maureen_brandi@pvusd.net (Part-Time)
Po - Z = Ms. Lisa Kellert x5144 lisa_kellert@pvusd.net (Department Chair)
Wellness Center
Socio-Emotional Counselor = Mrs. Christina Souza x5106 christina_souza@pvusd.net
College & Career Center
CTE Counselor = Ms. Sandi Maldonado x2615 sandi_maldonado@pvusd.net (Part-Time)
Scholarship Counselor = Ms. Nicole Morasca x5186 nicole_morasca@pvusd.net (Part-Time)
Migrant Teacher = Mr. Oswaldo Contreras x5276 oswaldo_contreras@pvusd.net (Part-Time)
College Facilitator = Mr. Mario Castillo x5110 mario_castillo@pvusd.net (ACCESS Lead)
College Facilitator = Ms. Anahi Alcibar x5110 anahi_alcibar@pvusd.net
appointments
Q: How do parents/guardians make an appointment with a student's counselor?
A: Call or email (preferred method) the counselor directly to set up an appointment. Counselors are available to meet in person or via phone with parents/guardians and students together. Please avoid drop-ins, appointments are preferred and will get preference.
The professional practice of the AHS Counseling Department reflects Aptos High School's Goals. Information for students and families is provided by classroom presentations, student conferences, evening events, and more. Aptos High School Counselors collaborate with students and families with focus and intention to support student success and well-being.
Aptos High School - School Goals
- Goal 1: Increase the percentage of students who graduate college and career ready.
- Goal 2: Provide students with Common Core State Standards-aligned instruction and assessments.
- Goal 3: Maintain a safe educational and social-emotional environment that fosters a caring community where students feel connected to and supported by peers and adults.
AHS Counseling Department Vision Statement
Aptos High School students will achieve academic, career, and personal goals, to make positive contributions to the community and the global society.
AHS Counseling Department Mission Statement
The school counseling program at Aptos High School empowers all students to achieve their highest potential, prepared to meet their college and career goals to make positive contributions to the community and the global society. The school counseling team delivers a comprehensive, data-driven program for all students to gain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for academic success, career exploration, and personal development. The school counseling department partners with other educators and stakeholders to advocate for equity, access, and success for all students.
Aptos High School Counseling Program Basics
- Develop courses of study based on student post-high school goals with an emphasis on college and career.
- Monitor progress toward graduation and provide intervention meetings for students and families as needed.
- Assistance and advocacy with college and career exploration, planning, applications and financial aid using Naviance.
