Counseling
FOR CLASS INFORMATION, go to the student tab of the home page and down to your appropriate class.
HOW TO REGISTER FOR A COLLEGE VISIT. Approximately 100 colleges/universities come to visit Mountain Vista every year, 75 percent of those in September and October. Each visit enables you to meet with that college/university representative and get information about the school, as well as ask questions. The visits last up to 30 minutes. Juniors and seniors may sign up for these visits (be selective and choose only those schools you are genuinely interested in) through Naviance. Naviance is continually updated as new visits are scheduled. If you do not know how to sign up, please stop by Counseling; there are slips in an envelope on the outer window giving you step-by-steps. Please follow the steps carefully. It’s very easy!
TO SEE A MEMBER OF OUR STAFF…
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Monday-Friday |
7:30 a.m-3:30 p.m. |
Students:
Each counselor has a sign-up sheet on a clipboard that hangs next to his/her office door. Sign up in the appropriate time slot for an appointment. Ms. Neely (counseling secretary) will give you a pass to return on the day of your appointment.
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Parents:
Please call 303.387.1520 to make an appointment.To speak with your student’s counselor, please contact the counselor directly:
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| A-C |
Mrs. Sandy Teegerstrom |
303.387.1521 |
| D & H-La |
Mr. Michael Monnet |
303.387.1514 |
| E & Le-O |
Mr. Terry Gerba |
303.387.1517 |
| F & P-Sl |
Miss Emma Schofield |
303.387.1522 |
| G & Sm-Z |
Mrs. Wendy Strait |
303.387.1527 |
Mission Statement
The Mountain Vista High School Counseling Department is a comprehensive guidance and counseling program facilitating student growth in academics, career, and personal/social development. We are committed to serving and supporting students, families, and staff through listening, problem-solving, informing, guiding, and nurturing for the purpose of inspiring all toward extraordinary efforts.
Counselors
| Sandy Teegerstrom |
| Students A – C |
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| sandy.teegerstrom@dcsdk12.org |
| 303.387.1521 |
| Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Master of Arts, Counseling |
| Prior to coming to Mountain Vista High School, I was a counselor in Wyoming and at ThunderRidge High School. I have worked as a peer facilitator and conflict mediator. I hold a Colorado counseling license and am a National Certified Counselor. My husband and I share eight children and three cats. |
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| Michael Monnet |
| Students D and H- La |
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| michael.monnet@dcsdk12.org |
| 303.387.1514 |
| Bachelor of Arts: Interpersonal Speech Communication, The University Of Kansas |
| Master of Divinity: Denver Seminary |
| I have 20 years of experience working as a counselor with individuals and families in a variety of contexts. My wife and I enjoy the many adventures that our children, travel and day-to-day life bring. I consider myself extremely fortunate to be a part of our community and at every moment attempt to be mindful of the words of Richard Feynmen,” The first principle is that you must not fool yourself – and you are the easiest person to fool.” |
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| Terry Gerba |
| Students E and Le – O |
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| terry.gerba@dcsdk12.org |
| 303.387.1517 |
| Diploma, Bible, Oak Hills Christian College |
| Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Bemidji State University |
| Master of Science in Education, College Student Personnel, University of Wisconsin (LaCrosse) |
| Master of Arts, School Counseling, University of Northern Colorado |
| I have ten years of experience in higher education, and residence life (counselor/administrator). Before coming to Mountain Vista High School, I worked in Oak Creek as a school counselor for grades 6-12, and later at Keenesburg for grades 7-12. |
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| Emma Schofield |
| Students F and P – Sl |
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| emily.schofield@dcsdk12.org |
| 303.387.1522 |
| Bachelor of Arts, Psychology and History, Colby College |
| Master of Arts, Counseling Psychology, University of Denver |
| I am excited to start my school counseling career at Mountain Vista High School. I have two years experience in mental health counseling, more than five years experience as a sports coach, and several more working with children and adolescents in a variety of contexts. I am originally from just outside of Boston, Mass., but have been living here in Colorado for the past few years. |
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| Wendy Strait |
| Students G and Sm-Z |
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| wendy.strait@dcsdk12.org |
| 303.387.1527 |
| Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, University of Colorado at Boulder |
| Master of Arts, Education, Regis University |
| Counseling and Aministrative Endorsement, University of Phoenix |
| I have been a counselor since 1994. I began my educational career at Limon School District as a K-12 counselor. In Douglas County, I worked at Ponderosa High School for three years before moving to open Mountain Vista High School. I have also worked in community development, human resources, and with at-risk students in a government work program. I am married and have one son and two stepchildren. |
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Counseling Staff
Psychologist
| Kim Frederics |
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| kimberly.frederics@dcsdk12.org |
| 303.387.1531 ext. 71531 |
| B.A., Psychology, University of Colorado |
| Ed. S., School Psychology, University of Northern Colorado |
| Member, National Association of School Psychologists |
Previous public school experience includes:
- providing educational support within a magnet school program (San Diego Unified School District)
- providing educational support within gifted/ talented programs and open classroom settings (Cherry Creek School District)
- providing outdoor/experiential education programs and behavior interventions for at-risk youth (Douglas County School District)Previous experience within the Douglas County School District include:
- South Street Elementary
- Eagle Academy
- D.C. Oakes High School
- Douglas County Behavior Support Team
- Ponderosa High School
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| I believe that working with high school students is the greatest job in the world and I am so honored to be working here with the dedicated staff and wonderful students at Mountain Vista High School! |
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kimberly.frederics@dcsdk12.org 303.387.1531 ext. 71531
Social Worker
| Julie Sturgeon |
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| julie.sturgeon@dcsdk12.org |
| 303.387.1518 |
| Bachelor of Arts, Social Work, New Mexico State University |
| Master of Arts, Social Work, University of Denver |
| Clinical License in Social Work (state of Colorado) |
| Master of Arts, Education, Regis University (in progress) |
| I have always had respect for education and a passion for working with youths and their families, which are my reasons for dedicating my life to a career in school social work. Previous to working at Mountain Vista High School, I worked in Denver Public Schools experiencing school social work at all levels, athough the majority of my work has been at the high school level. My true love is working with high school students. I have also enjoyed assistant coaching track and cross country, as well as sponsoring student leadership activities.”The only way to discover the limits of the possible is to go beyond them into the impossible.” – Arthur C. Clark |
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Facilitator
Resources
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Career and College Planning
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Other Resources and Forms
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ALGEBRA ACCUPLACER STUDY GUIDE
Click HERE for the study guide. |
COLLEGE VISITS AT MOUNTAIN VISTA
Approximately 100 colleges/universities come to visit Mountain Vista every year, 75 percent of those in September and October. Each visit enables you to meet with that college/university representative and get information about the school, as well as ask questions. The visits last up to 30 minutes. Juniors and seniors may sign up for these visits (be selective and choose only those schools you are genuinely interested in) through Naviance. Naviance is continually updated as new visits are scheduled. If you do not know how to sign up, please stop by Counseling; there are slips in an envelope on the outer window giving you step-by-steps. Please follow the steps carefully. It’s very easy! |
WILL YOU BE AT RED ROCKS PARTICIPATING IN THE 2013 GRADUATION?
All seniors must have their required 20 hours of Community Service documented in the Counseling Office by April 19 in order to graduate!
Download the Graduation Contract HERE. Please complete the form and return it to Ms. Reed or Ms. Meredith in the main office by Friday, May 3. |
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, COLORADO CONNECTIONS FOR HEALTHY SCHOOLS
The Healthy Kids Colorado Survey (HKCS) provides a state level picture of the health and well being of Colorado’s youth. This survey contains questions about a number of health-related behaviors, as well as the factors known to place students at risk of, and protect them from, the development of serious health and social problems. Click here for the full report. |
MVHS SOCIAL NORMS SURVEY RESULTS
Evaluation Page |
