Support Staff
Student Support Team
At our school, we’re proud to have a caring and dedicated Student Support Team. This team works together to help every child grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Learn more about the important roles that help our students thrive below!
Tara Ramirez
Our School Counselor
Our school counselor is here to support every student’s success—both in and out of the classroom. The counselor helps students build confidence, develop friendships, solve problems, and set goals for learning. They also work closely with teachers and families to make sure each child feels safe, supported, and ready to do their best every day. Whether it’s helping with schoolwork, handling big emotions, or finding resources for families, our counselor is a caring part of our school community dedicated to helping students grow and thrive.
Krystal Frausto
Our Therapeutic Behavioral Specialist
Our Therapeutic Behavioral Specialist is here to support students with their emotional and behavioral growth. They work closely with students to help them understand their feelings, manage challenges, and build positive coping skills. Whether a student needs help staying calm, solving problems, or getting along with others, our specialist provides caring guidance and encouragement. They also partner with teachers and families to create consistent support for each child. This important role helps students feel safe, understood, and ready to learn—making our school a positive place where everyone can grow and succeed.
Shirley Luque
Our School Psychologist
Our school psychologist plays an important role in supporting students’ learning and emotional well-being. They help students work through challenges, build confidence, and develop positive coping skills. The psychologist also works with teachers and families to understand each child’s learning needs and create plans that help them succeed. Whether providing a listening ear, guiding problem-solving, or supporting during tough times, our school psychologist ensures students feel safe, supported, and ready to do their best every day.
Maritza Mendoza
Our Speech Therapist
Our speech therapist plays an important role in helping students find their voice and communicate with confidence. They work with students to improve speech sounds, language, and social communication skills—whether it’s learning how to express ideas clearly, understand directions, or join in conversations with friends. The speech therapist also partners with teachers and families to support each child’s success in the classroom. Their goal is to help every student feel confident, understood, and ready to learn and participate in all areas of school life