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If you are a student, parent/guardian, or staff member, you can use this form to let us know a little about what is going on and we will follow up.

CONFIDENTIAL CONVERSATIONS
Conversations between the student and the counselor are considered confidential. However, if a counselor has reason to believe that a student is being abused, neglected, or is danger to themselves or others, the counselor has the legal, ethical and professional responsibility to report such concerns to parents or the appropriate authorities.
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Mr. Bogiatzis (A - Ga)

School Counselor

Phone: 949-234-5922
 
Educational Background:
Sixth Year Professional Diploma in Educational Leadership – Central Connecticut State University
Master of Science – School Counseling, PPS Credential – Central Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts – Business - Central Connecticut State University

Mrs. Burke (Ge - N)

School Counselor

Phone: (949)-234-5922
 
Educational Background
Master of Arts and PPS Credentialing in School Counseling - Brandman University
Bachelor of Science in Marketing Management - Missouri State University

Ms. Graffeo (O - Z)

School Counselor

Phone:  949-234-5922
 
Educational Background: 
PPS Credential in School Counseling – Brandman University
Master of Arts Degree in Counseling Psychology  - National University
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Social Ecology -  University of California, Irvine
 

SECOND STEP LESSONS
You may join Second Step
with the activation codes listed below depending on your child's grade level to get information on what your child is learning in the Second Step middle school program:
 
Activation Codes:
  • Grade 6: SSP6 FAMI LY12
  • Grade 7: SSP7 FAMI LY23
  • Grade 8: SSP8 FAMI LY34
 
PHONE APPLICATIONS - MINDFULNESS
Please click on the link below for Free Phone App Resources: 
 
PARENT RESOURCES - SOCIAL MEDIA TIPS AND ADVICE!

Counselor's Corner

Meet the Counseling Team

Vision Statement
The Capistrano Unified School District School Counseling Program strives to provide opportunities so that every student will acquire the social-emotional, academic, and career skills to reach their fullest educational potential and successfully manage their lives as healthy, responsible, competent and productive citizens who respect themselves and others.
 
Mission Statement
The mission of Capistrano Unified School District School Counselors is to provide a comprehensive counseling program that supports the whole child. School Counselors will focus on the needs, interests, and issues related to the social-emotional, academic, and career development of all students through a multi-tiered system of support. School Counselors will advocate, collaborate and facilitate actions that promote a positive school climate, provide an opportunity for all students to access their education and achieve personal and academic success to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world.
 
School-Wide Preventions
Goal: Ensure all students develop the knowledge, attitudes, and skills that will lead to behaviors that support academic achievement and social-emotional well-being.
 
Prevention Activities
  • Social Emotional Lessons
  • School-Wide Assemblies/Activities
  • Parent Education
  • Staff Development Workshops
 
Targeted Interventions
Goal: Identify data-driven systematic interventions for students experiencing barriers to academic success and emotional well-being.
  • Small groups
  • Conflict Mediations
  • Individual Counseling
  • H.U.G. Mentorship program
  • Community referrals
  • Crisis response
  • Counseling Center Activities
 
 Contact Information: Phone Numbers and Emails:
Mr. Bogiatzis (A-Ga) - 949-229-5916 - tobogiatzis@capousd.org
Mrs. Burke (Ge-N) - 949-234-5922     - seburke@capousd.org
Ms. Graffeo (O-Z) - 949-234-5922    - tmgraffeo@capousd.org
 
You may also complete the student or parent counseling referral form below to contact a counselor. 
 
Emails and phones are not monitored after 4:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday or on weekends, holidays, or non-student days. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800-273-8255), dial 988, or go to the nearest emergency room for immediate assistance. 
 
SIGNS OF SUICIDE LESSONS (Presented in classes on 9/18 (Mr. Lopez), 9/19 (Mr. Rodin), and 9/20 (Mrs. O'Donovan) CLICK HERE TO SEE LESSON SLIDES. Additional information will be shared in the LRMS parent newsletter)
Calendar
Calendars
SCHOOL COUNSELING INFORMATION

SCHOOL COUNSELING INFORMATION

Please see the calendar above to see when your student will receive their lessons. All lessons are given through PE classes. If you have any question please contact the Counseling Department.
 
Coping with StressAction Steps
 
SOCIAL MEDIA TIPS FOR STUDENTS
  • Never let a stranger into your social media.
  • Think before you post.
  • Never post or forward mean, rude, or threatening messages.
  • Develop a positive online reputation.
  • Do not take photos or post images during school hours.
  • Phones are turned off from "Bell to Bell" unless specifically instructed by your teacher. 
say somethingOC Warmline (714) 991-6412
988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineSuicide Prevention Hotline
 
CRISIS TEXT LINE
Crisis Text Line is the FREE, 24/7, confidential text message service for people in crisis. Text HOME to 741741. 
 
CALMING ROOM WEBSITE MESSAGE
This Calming Room is a place for students and families to find tools and strategies for managing emotions and feelings.
 
Disclaimer: The following links are purely for educational purposes and are not intended as psychological interventions or as a substitute for psychological treatment. If you are in need of psychological help you should seek the consultation of a mental health professional.
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