COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
Welcome to the Elite Academic Academy Counseling Department. As part of our proactive approach to your student’s educational needs, we are committed to meeting with each of our students to develop an individual academic plan. As part of our on-boarding process, our counseling department will work closely with your Elite Teacher of Record to ensure course placement and set up an appointment to meet with your student to discuss their future goals and aspirations. Our goal is to ensure that every student has a post-secondary plan that can carry out after they have graduated from Elite.
Elite Academic Academy, fosters a culture that promotes the health, safety, and well-being of students, parents and staff. In an effort to continuously support this commitment, the district has partnered with Care Solace. Care Solace is an online resource with a live 24/7 concierge meant to assist individuals in finding local mental health related programs and counseling services at no cost.
Ms. Lively, School Counselor
Hello! As your School Counselor my job is to provide support to all students. I prioritize learning about students’ individual interests, goals and areas for growth both socially, mentally and academically. I work collaboratively with teachers, parents, students and everyone at Elite to ensure that each student feels connected, supported and empowered to achieve their goals. You can come to me for individual counseling, questions about college and career or even if you just need a safe space to talk. I’m here for you and can’t wait to meet you!
¡Hola! Como su consejero escolar, mi trabajo es brindar apoyo a todos los estudiantes. Doy prioridad al aprendizaje sobre los intereses, objetivos y áreas de crecimiento individuales de los estudiantes, tanto social, mental como académicamente. Trabajo en colaboración con maestros, padres, estudiantes y todos en Elite para asegurar que cada estudiante se sienta conectado, apoyado y empoderado para lograr sus objetivos. Puede acudir a mí para obtener asesoramiento individual, preguntas sobre la universidad y la carrera o incluso si solo necesita un espacio seguro para hablar. ¡Estoy aquí para ti y no puedo esperar para conocerte!
Ms. Ramirez, School Counselor
Hello Elite Families! My name is Citlalli Ramirez and I am excited to be a school counselor at Elite. I am here to equip our students with the social emotional skills they need to be successful. Please reach out if your student is in need of support, if you have any questions or if you have any ideas about how we can best support our students. I look forward to collaborating with you!
¡Hola familias de Elite! Mi nombre es Citlalli Ramirez y estoy emocionada de ser una consejera en Elite. Estoy aquí para equipar a nuestros estudiantes con las habilidades socio-emocionales que necesitan para tener éxito. Por favor comuníquese conmigo cuando necesiten apoyo, si tienen preguntas o si tienen ideas de cómo podemos ayudar a nuestros estudiantes mejor. ¡Espero con ansias colaborar con ustedes!”>
Ms. Yazdani, School Counselor
Hello! My name is Jessica Yazdani and I am one of three school counselors at Elite Academic Academy. I am excited to help you plan out your academic and college and career goals. Throughout my career, I have provided guidance and support to countless students, helping them navigate the complexities of their educational journey. I believe that every student deserves a chance to explore their potential and find a path that aligns with their passions and strengths. I look forward to helping all students thrive in their chosen college and career pursuits upon graduation.
Meg Lammers, School Counselor
I am so grateful to be a part of the Elite family! My name is Meg Lammers and I am a school counselor. My goal is to build relationships with students to encourage their individual needs in academic, social, and emotional growth. I am available to teachers, parents, and students to assist in removing barriers to learning and increase the ability to succeed. I look forward to meeting you and supporting your growth at Elite!
¡Estoy muy agradecida por ser parte de la familia de Elite! Mi nombre es Meg Lammers y soy una Consejera Académica. Mi meta es fortalecer mi conexión con estudiantes para alentar su crecimiento académico, social, y emocional. Estoy disponible para asistir a maestros, padres, y estudiantes a remover barreras de aprendizaje y aumentar su capacidad para triunfar. ¡Espero reunirme con usted y apoyar su crecimiento en Elite!
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
Homeless Shelter Directory
You Can Enroll in School!- Resources for Homeless Children and Youth
You Can Enroll in School!- Resources for Homeless Children and Youth (Spanish)
California Suicide Hotlines
California Anti-Bullying Laws
Sexual Harassment Information
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Hours: Available 24 hours. Languages: English, Spanish.
988
People can call or text the number
*The resources provided in this list are offered as a courtesy by Elite Academic Academy (EAA) for the convenience of families in need of additional support. Use of any resources listed herein is entirely optional and at the sole discretion of the individual. It is also important to note that EAA has not vetted or endorsed any of the resources listed herein. Therefore, EAA assumes no responsibility or liability for the quality, accuracy, reliability, safety, or effectiveness of any services, products, or information provided by the listed resources. Families are encouraged to independently research and evaluate the suitability and appropriateness of any resources they choose to utilize from this list. The inclusion of these resources does not imply endorsement or guarantee by EAA.
Please note that EAA may add or remove resources from this list at any time.
By utilizing the resources listed herein, individuals acknowledge and accept the terms of this disclaimer.*
RESOURCES
Academic
A-G and Graduation Requirements
4 Year Plan- Student Version
EAA Course General Sequencing Guide
Social Emotional (SEL)
- LinkTree – useful links for families including crisis hotlines, community resources and Elite specific SEL resources
- Virtual Office – information on Student Support Services and who to go to in order to have your questions answered.
- Suicide Prevention Policy- K-6th Grade
- Suicide Prevention Policy- 7th-12th Grade
Do you want to be college-bound?
Elite Academic Academy offers a high-quality curriculum that meets the “A-G” requirements for college admissions. Our teachers and counselor will work with Elite families to ensure students are on a college track by providing guidance every step of the way. Click-Here to make an appointment with Mr. Becerra and learn more.
Colleges
Interested in taking community college courses?
The beauty of the independent studies environment is that it allows flexibility to take dual enrollment courses at your local community college . Allowing a student to earn both high school and college credit at the same time. Contact Mr. Becerra for more information. Click-Here to make an appointment.
FAFSA
Did you know that nearly 3 billion dollars of scholarship and grant money goes unclaimed and unused each academic year? That’s a lot of money to leave on the table! Scholarships and grants are an extremely helpful way to pay for college and there are thousands of scholarships available. All it takes is a little bit of organization and research. The Scholarship Spreadsheet here is a great place to start! You can make a copy of the spreadsheet so you can customize it for yourself. It’s recommended to start researching scholarships as soon as you are in high school, with the plan to apply starting the summer of your junior year.
If you have any questions about scholarships or need more help, please reach out to me at [email protected]
FAQs
The beauty of the independent studies environment is that it allows flexibility to take dual enrollment courses at your local community college . Allowing a student to earn both high school and college credit at the same time. Contact Mr. Becerra for more information. Click-Here to make an appointment.
Elite Academic Academy offers a high-quality curriculum that meets the “A-G” requirements for college admissions. Our teachers and counselor will work with Elite families to ensure students are on a college track by providing guidance every step of the way.
Did you know that nearly 3 billion dollars of scholarship and grant money goes unclaimed and unused each academic year? That’s a lot of money to leave on the table! Scholarships and grants are an extremely helpful way to pay for college and there are thousands of scholarships available. All it takes is a little bit of organization and research. The Scholarship Spreadsheet here is a great place to start! You can make a copy of the spreadsheet so you can customize it for yourself. It’s recommended to start researching scholarships as soon as you are in high school, with the plan to apply starting the summer of your junior year. Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions.
