Vision
Every APS student will graduate from high school with a personalized and meaningful post-secondary plan, empowered with the attitudes, skills and knowledge to succeed and contribute in a globally competitive world.
Mission
Through evidence-based comprehensive counseling programs all students will have equitable access and opportunity to ensure they are prepared for post-secondary education and careers in diverse communities.
Counseling
DNHS Counseling Team
Ms. Elaine Gutierrez, Counseling Dept. Secretary, elaine.gutierrez@aps.edu, ext. 43024
Academic Counselors:
(A-GA) Ms. Tay MacIntyre
tay.macintyre@aps.edu, ext. 43027
Ms. Debbie Sanchez
(GB-O) debbie.sanchez@aps.edu, ext.43026 (GB-O)
Mrs. Lori Ryan
(P-Z) Lorene.king@aps.edu ext.43025 (P-Z)
College/Career Readiness Counselor
Allen Lindsay, stacey.lindsay@aps.edu ext. 43148
Crossroads Counselor
Mrs. Debbie Medina, debbie.medina@aps.edu, ext. 4328
Crisis Resources
(505)277-3013
1-866-435-7166
(505)323-0478
1-855-662-7474
1-855-466-7100 (Warmline)
(505)266-7711
1-800-273-TALK(8255)
NM Coalition Against Domestic Violence
(505)246-9240
Academic Development
- Assist students to become invested in their school success by showing them how school performance relates to career opportunities.
- Work collaboratively with students, parents, and teachers to identify and help to remove obstacles that may hinder student achievement.
- Provide information about different academic opportunities both within and outside of Del Norte High School.
- Assist students and parents with information about the college planning process.
Personal and Social Development
- Help develop positive attitudes among students towards self, family, and community.
- Help students identify strengths and develop skills to cope with their personal issues.
- Work with students to understand and appreciate their unique qualities and to grow personally and socially.
- Provide educational and support services to parents.
- Provide consultation services to teachers.
- Facilitate referrals to community support services.
