COUNSELING & SUPPORT
Caring for the Whole Student
A robust school counseling program provides critical social-emotional and academic support, fosters a sense of connection on campus, and sets students on a path for postsecondary success. Research shows that smaller student-to-counselor ratios lead to increases in standardized test performance, attendance, GPA, and graduation rates. MBEF funding increases the number of counselors to reduce the counselor to students ratio by 50% at MBMS and Mira Costa.
Elementary School Counselor
A dedicated elementary counselor ensures TK–5 students have access to consistent, districtwide social-emotional and behavioral support through classroom instruction, individual and small-group counseling, crisis support, and collaboration with teachers and families. The counselor helps students build resilience, strengthen interpersonal skills, overcome challenges, and develop the confidence in their formative years.
Middle School Counselors
MBEF funds THREE additional School Counselors, bringing the student-to-counselor ratio to 300:1. MBMS School Counselors play a vital role in helping students develop essential skills in communication, conflict resolution, and self-advocacy as they navigate adolescence, increased academic expectations, and shifting peer dynamics.
High School Counselors
MBEF funds FOUR additional School Counselors to support MCHS students as they progress through high school. With a student-to-counselor ratio of 312:1, Mira Costa School Counselors can provide timely, individualized support, build stronger relationships with students and families, and create a safer, more inclusive environment that promotes both personal well-being and academic success.
College and Career Center
The MCHS College & Career Center (CCC) helps students plan for the future with confidence. With support from MBEF, THREE expert college admissions counselors provide personalized guidance on college admissions, career exploration, and life after graduation. The CCC Counselors host approximately 120 college visits a year, assist with college application essays, and provide one-on-one support. Families benefit from workshops,resources, and dedicated expertise every step of the way.
Student Services TOSA
A central focus for the Student Services TOSA is to develop and coordinate systems that support students’ social-emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs. Much of this work centers on expanding Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) across campuses, helping schools establish clear expectations and cultivate a climate of care.