Counseling Home

School Counselors work with student in three areas: 

Academics, Social/Emotional and College and Career Readiness

• We must, at a minimum, hold a Master's Degree in School Counseling

• Meet state licensure/certification requirements

• Uphold the American School Counselor Association Ethics and Standards

• Work with students on supports in tiered intervention services in academic and social/emotional areas

• Classroom guidance lessons. Topics can include: signs of suicide, intervention Programs, college and career readiness , course registration, social/emotional supports and others

• Conduct 1:1 short term counseling

• Collaborate with parents, teachers and students to develop strategies for student success and refer students to more intensive supports when deemed necessary 

• Work in tandem with School Social Workers, School Psychologists and Administration to build comprehensive supports for students

The CDM counseling department’s vision is to help all students achieve their highest potential in academic, personal/social, and career development.  

We believe: 

• Students are our highest priority.

• In collaborating with students, educators, families, and community members to promote student achievement. 

• All students have the right to a safe and nurturing environment. 

• In the fundamental values of honesty, respect and responsibility and that every student has the right to be heard and treated with dignity. 

• In providing all students the knowledge of resources and opportunities available at CDM.  

Our mission is to provide a comprehensive counseling program that: 

• Serves all students.

• Assists students with healthy decision making.

• Is proactive and preventative in design. 

• Provides intentional guidance curriculum that targets knowledge, skills, and attitudes. 

AP Informational Meeting Calendar 2023-24 School Year

Tutoring

National Honor Society (NHS) Peer Tutoring Google Form

PAPER - Online Tutoring - Free:  Your student can access from ClassLink

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High School Counselors
Mrs. Rybaczyk
(Last Names A-Dav)

Mr. Oyas
(Last Names Daw-Hol) 

Mr. De La Riva 
(Last Names Hom-Moa)

Ms. Ruiz
(Last Names Mob-Sev)

Mrs. Nyeholt
(Last Names Sew-Z)

Middle School Counselors
Mrs. Martinez 

Ms. Zimmerman

College Programs Coordinator  ROP Career Specialist
Mary Russell 

Counseling Secretary
Mrs. Craft 

Counseling Office Assistant

Mrs. Bolding

Registrar/Records Office
Mrs. Zamora