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
Del Norte’s evidence-based comprehensive school counseling program provides all students equitable access and opportunities to achieve academic success, experience personal/social support and develop future plans to ensure they are prepared for post-secondary education or diverse careers, to become positive and productive members of society.
Counseling
Del NOrte HIgh School Counseling Team
Academic Counselors
Ms. Melissa Zerbst, Ext. 43026
Last Names A-G
Mrs. Lynnette Cuellar, Ext.43025
Last Names H-P
Mr. Clay Szenasi, Ext.43027
Last Names Q-Z
College/Career Readiness Counselor
Ms. Joselyn Glicco, Ext.43149
Crossroads Counselor, Peer Helper Sponsor
Mrs. Debbie Medina, Ext. 43028
Crossroads Resources
Crisis Resources
If you or someone you know is experiencing an emergency please call 911 to receive immediate help!
(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)
988
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.