The school counseling program at Palmdale School District provides an intentional, data-driven, comprehensive program that empowers all students with the attitudes, skills, and knowledge necessary for academic success, social/emotional development, and college/career readiness. The program is developed and delivered through the lens of equity, access, and success for all students and is measured and assessed through the collaboration of all stakeholders. The school counselor consistently advocates for all students and provides individual and small group counseling, as well as core curriculum lessons to help students overcome barriers and build the foundations they need to pursue their full potential in higher education, careers, personal relationships, and citizenship.

The students of Palmdale School District are committed to reaching their full potential as they succeed in education, relationships, and careers that embrace their passion and potential. Our students persevere in the face of adversity and embrace challenges as opportunities for growth. Our students are successful, academically engaged, lifelong learners who are emotionally aware and strive for success personally and professionally. Our students are leaders who take care of themselves, their friends, their families, and their dynamic and diversified communities.

Welcome to Carol Radigan-Burkes' website created to assist Cactus students, families, and staff.
 
It is my hope that the resources and information included will be beneficial to all of you as we continue to navigate distance learning.
 
Throughout the year, I will be assisting students academically, socially, and emotionally through classroom lessons, small groups, and individual counseling.  Additionally, I will be assisting parents through presentations and informational ZOOM meetings.
 
I look forward to working with all of you. Please do not hesitate to reach out.

GOOGLE VOICE NUMBER:
661.434.5979

SCHOOL NUMBER:
661.273.0847

EMAIL:
ceradigan@palmdalesd.org

COUNSELOR SCHEDULE

COUNSELOR ZOOM MEETING

CRISIS INFORMATION

SMALL GROUP REQUEST

SMALL GROUP SCHEDULE

STUDENT REQUEST TO SEE COUNSELOR

VISUAL CALMING ROOM

Hi, everyone! My name is Melinda Price, and I'm absolutely thrilled to have joined the DGM family as the counselor this year. This is my 8th year in school counseling, and this is my 25th year working with students in a variety of capacities.

While some days are definitely more challenging than others, I thoroughly enjoy working with students as they hone their skills, gain knowledge, and grow into their personalities as they pursue their life goals, interests, and dreams. My ultimate goal is that our students become self-advocates, they have the confidence to be comfortable in who they are as they develop socially, emotionally, and academically, and be
prepared for the next step in their lives. 

I'm a diehard sports fan with an emphasis on baseball and football teams. Both of my children grew up playing baseball and softball up to college levels. I believe that a positive mental mindset forms both on and off the field when students participate in school sports or other extra-curricular team-building activities. Speaking of sports, I'm a Dodgers and KC fan, much to the chagrin of my friends and family. When I am not at work you will catch me hanging out with my family or my two furry doodles (aka my best friends).

"When you do what you love passionately, success won't be far away."

LANDLINE: 661.947.3075, EXT. 607

EMAIL: maprice@palmdalesd.org

Work Hours
Monday / Friday
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

QUESTIONS FOR THE SCHOOL COUNSELOR

WELCOME TO YOUR WEB GROUPS

YOU ARE NOT ALONE!

Please note that confidentiality cannot be guaranteed via phone conferences. I, as the school counselor, will make every effort to ensure a confidential conversation. As always, appropriate persons will be notified if any of the following come up in our conversation:

• Someone is hurting you

• You want to hurt someone

• You want to hurt yourself

As a counselor, I am a mandated reporter. The safety of everyone is important to me.

GOOGLE VOICE:
661.488.7860

EMAIL:
aldavis@palmdalesd.org

Office Hours
Tuesday / Thursday
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Work Hours
Monday / Friday
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

CONFLICT RESOLUTION

COPING SKILLS

MINDFUL MOMENTS

VIRTUAL CALMING ROOM

My name is Lizeth DeLaTorre, and I am thrilled to be the new School Counselor at Dos Caminos Dual Immersion School. This is my third year working as an elementary/middle school counselor and my 16th year working with students in an educational setting. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Counseling with an emphasis in School-Based Family Clinical Counseling.

It has been my life’s work to empower students to turn their dreams into goals. I wholeheartedly believe every student is capable of reaching their full potential, and as a school counselor, it is my duty to work alongside teachers, parents, and administrators to help remove barriers that hinder the academic success of students and instill a growth mindset.

EMAIL:
ldelatorre@palmdalesd.org

Office Hours
Monday - Friday
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Work Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

COPING SKILLS

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP

MAKE A COUNSELING APPOINTMENT

I am so happy to be your school counselor again for this new school year! It’s my passion to maximize student success for all students to recognize and make the best of their abilities! Our counseling program at Los Amigos Dual Immersion School includes many school-wide programs and services, including class lessons, small group counseling, and individual student counseling.

Classroom Lessons for the month of August will include Applying Student Success Skills, Empathy, Coping, and Friendship.

Small Group Counseling will begin in September. Individual Student Counseling is ongoing for the school year. Parents, you will be notified before your child starts any counseling group.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (661) 285-1546 ext. 608 or email me at: mccoleiii@palmdalesd.org.

Have a great school year!

PHONE: 661.285.1546 x608

EMAIL: mccoleiii@palmdalesd.org

Work Hours
Monday - Friday
7:20 a.m. - 1:58 p.m.

COPING SKILLS

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP

MAKE A COUNSELING APPOINTMENT

COUNSELING ADVISORY COUNCIL SIGN-UP

GROUP REQUEST

HOMEWORK HELP

JOURNAL

MAKE A COUNSELING APPOINTMENT

I am the School Counselor at S.A.G.E. Magnet Academy. Prior to my position at S.A.G.E., I worked as a school counselor, pre-licensed therapist, and social worker. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Social Work. Additionally, I am a Certified Parenting Instructor and I hold a Child Welfare & Attendance credential.

I am fortunate to work in a Multicultural and Multilingual community where I can utilize my knowledge and skills to support our students and their parents. I am of the belief that “it takes a village to raise a child.” Therefore, I strive to build a comprehensive school counseling program that supports the academics and well-being of our students; along with enhancing the parenting skills of the community parents.

CONTACT NUMBER: 661.480.6101

EMAIL: zyquezada@palmdalesd.org

Work Hours
Monday / Friday
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

MAKE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE COUNSELOR

ANXIETY

COMMON SENSE MEDIA

COPING SKILLS

DIVORCE AND SEPARATION

GRIEF AND LOSS

MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

PARENTING GUIDES

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING - WHAT IS IT? AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?