Counselor's Corner
Mrs. Katie Pearson
Elementary School Counselor
Wednesdays, e/o Thursday, Fridays
7:30 AM - 3:00 PM
School Counseling Referral
Family Resource Center
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Family Resource CenterThe Family Resource Center connects Capistrano Unified families with practical school and community support—information and materials from educational, social-service, and mental-health partners, plus year-round parent workshops.
Walk in Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. at the CUSD Education Center lobby, 33122 Valle Rd, San Juan Capistrano. Language support is available in English and Spanish, with Farsi upon request.
For assistance or to ask about upcoming workshops, contact our Family Resource Center Liaison, Sonia Moser, at (949) 234-5597 or somoser@capousd.org. Services are free and welcoming to all CUSD families.
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Second Step
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Second Step is the district approved curriculum adopted by CUSD in support of student's Social-Emotional Learning.
Providing a base for Social-Emotional learning for students is one way CUSD is committed to supporting student success and the "Vision of a CUSD Graduate".
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A Letter from Your School Counselor
A Letter from Your School Counselor![]()
A Letter from Your School Counselor
Dear Canyon Vista Parents and Families,
My name is Katie Pearson and I am the School Counselor at Canyon Vista Elementary School. As a CUSD Counselor, I am committed to the academic, social/emotional, and career growth of all students. Through this commitment, I provide a variety of services to students, parents, and families. These services include:
- Short-Term Individual Counseling
- Short-Term Group Counseling
- Classroom Lessons on Social and Emotional Learning
- Consultation
- Conflict Mediation
- Referrals and Resources
Students can be referred for counseling support by staff or parents. Students can also refer themselves using the self-referral form. Parent permission is required for short-term individual or group counseling.
Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about counseling services. I can be reached via email, phone, or by using the Parent/Guardian Referral link on this page.
-Mrs. Pearson, Elementary School Counselor
CUSD SCHOOL COUNSELING PROGRAM VISION STATEMENT
The School Counseling Program strives to provide opportunities so that every student will acquire the social-emotional, academic, and career skills to reach their fullest potential and successfully manage their lives as healthy, responsible, competent and productive citizens who respect themselves and others.
CUSD SCHOOL COUNSELING PROGRAM 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 social-emotional, academic, and college/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 COUNSELOR BELIEFS
The School Counselor Believes ALL STUDENTS...
- Are unique, valuable, and capable of reaching their highest potential.
- Can learn and achieve social-emotional, academic, and career success.
- Should feel safe, supported, and encouraged at school.
The School Counselor Believes SHE...
- Is an advocate for all students and the school counseling program.
- Works with all stakeholders (i.e. students, parents, staff, district, community) to provide a comprehensive, high-quality school counseling program.
- Strives for professional excellence through continued study and participation in professional development.