If you are a STUDENT, and you want to meet with your counselor or academic advisor, you have several options.
- Walk in to the guidance office and check in with the secretary or clerk before school, during lunch, or after school (no appointment necessary). This method is best for students who have a minor concern or question that can be addressed quickly.
- Fill out an appointment request (available in the guidance office at the clerk station). Write down the nature of your concern. This method is best for students who have a concern or question that may take more time to address. The student will be responsible to make up whatever instruction or assignment was missed.
- Walk in anytime. This method is ONLY for students who have a concern that needs immediate attention. A student who needs immediate attention should report to the clerk or secretary, who will assess the situation and contact whichever counselor, is available to assist the student.
- E-mail, less formal but highly effective.
If you are a PARENT or GUARDIAN, and you have a general counseling question or concern, the most effective way to contact your student’s counselor or academic advisor, is via his or her e-mail address. You can also contact them via voicemail; however voicemail messages are not reviewed until the end of the day. They will attempt to return your call within 24 hours. If your phone call is not returned in a timely manner, please contact the counseling secretary, 938-9149, or the counseling clerk, 938-9140, and they will make every attempt to connect you with an available counselor or academic advisor.
If you have a question about your student’s current grades or content in a course, contact the teacher directly. The teacher contact information can be located under the “Staff” tab on the El Capitan home page.
If you need to meet with your student’s counselor or academic advisor, please contact the counseling secretary, 938-9149 or the counseling clerk, 938-9140, to schedule an appointment. Please keep in mind that if the issue you wish to discuss with the counselor or academic advisor is teacher-related, the counselor will request that you speak with the teacher first.
Guidance Mission Statement
The Guidance Department at El Capitan High School is for our students, in partnership with staff, parents and the community, will insure skills for ALL students in the following areas:
- Academic Achievement
- Personal/Social Development
- College and Career Planning
All students will be prepared to be responsible and productive members of society. |
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