Our counselors are compassionate innovators who engage students in new experiences to develop their knowledge, overcome barriers, and reach their postsecondary goals. We both support and challenge our students to achieve success in an ever-changing world. Our comprehensive counseling programs are student-centered, data-driven, and promote a positive school climate. Counselors are a listening ear, have a wealth of resources, and are an advocate for every student we serve.
Our counselors make it a point to meet with students individually at least twice a semester, and even more frequently if necessary. Throughout all four years, students are paired with the same counselor who will guide them in mapping out their educational journey. The counselors personalize their approach, tailoring their services to meet the unique needs of each student. Their role is to help students discover the academic opportunities and postsecondary options that align best with their interests and goals. By doing so, our counseling team becomes an integral part of the interconnected support network within the La Salle community.
Our counseling team infuses energy, career, and proactiveness into working with our students, from helping them pick the right classes to keeping them on track for graduation. Counselors work closely with students to promote mindsets and behaviors that enhance their learning potential. Students have the flexibility to select their course schedule, build their rigor, and get involved in co-curricular activities. We center ourselves on our core values. Our focus is on a high-quality education in and out of the classroom. Our broad offering of programs allows each student to discover their own path toward excellence.
College and career planning at La Salle is rooted in helping our students find their best fit. Students have the same counselor all four years of high school, which allows the counselor to know their students closely. We individualize college planning to represent each student’s strengths, passions, and life goals. We do not believe in putting our students in a “box.” Students are guided through a self-discovery process to develop their post-secondary goals based on what is most important to them. Counselors then couple that with strategies for applying to college to maximize their admission potential. In the end, students are left with choices to transition successfully into the next chapter of their lives.
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Our robust counselors are kind and compassionate changemakers. Counselors nurture students’ well-being and we are there when life takes its ups and downs. We understand that helping students with their emotions, setting productive goals, maintaining healthy relationships, showing empathy towards others, and making thoughtful decisions are foundational to their overall growth and development. We offer a wide array of support services to our parents and students. Lessons, workshops, guest speakers, and so much more are embedded into the four years that students journey with us.
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La Salle College Preparatory is proud to have a dedicated team of counselors who are passionate about guiding students on their academic and personal journeys. With their expertise and compassionate approach, they provide individualized support to help students navigate challenges, explore their interests, and achieve their full potential.
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Ms. Ly completed her BS degree in Human Services at Cal State Fullerton, her MS degree in Social Welfare at UCLA, and her second MS degree in Educational Counseling with PPS Credential at Concordia University. She began her career as a therapist and social worker, working with foster youth in child protective services. She later transitioned her career into education which was the perfect pairing of her background in mental health coupled with her passion for student support. For fun, Ms. Ly is an adventure enthusiast. She loves skydiving, white water rafting, powerlifting, and travel.
Ms. Evans earned her BA degree in Communications from Manhattan College and her M. Ed. degree in School Counseling with PPS Credential from USC. She is a La Salle alumni, Class of 2012, and is excited to be at her alma mater. Ms. Evans has served in numerous roles as an academic support instructor, instructional aid, substitute teacher, and now as our school counselor and learning specialist. To unwind, Ms. Evans enjoys taking her dog on outdoor adventures and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.
Ms. Baltazar earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of California, Davis, and her Master’s degree in School Counseling with her Pupil Personnel Services Credential from California State University, San Bernardino. She brings over eight years of experience working in the school setting as a behavioral therapist, bilingual instructional assistant, general instructional aide, and high school counselor. Ms. Baltazar finds joy in nature, whether it’s relaxing at the park with her two dogs, embarking on road trips, or challenging herself with strenuous hikes.
Ms. Jimenez earned her BA degree in Psychology from Cal Poly Pomona and her Master’s in Educational Counseling with PPS Credential from Azusa Pacific University. She is a La Salle alum, Class of 2003, and is home at her alma mater. Her time at La Salle made such a huge difference and she is excited to help make a difference with current Lancers. Ms. Jimenez has over 16 years of educational experience in various roles from substitute teaching, teaching in middle school and early education, to counseling. In her spare time, Ms. Jimenez enjoys spending time with her children at Disneyland and supporting their baseball teams.
Xiangyi (Ivy) Wang earned her BA in Psychological Science from the University of California, Irvine, and her M.Ed. in Educational Counseling from the University of Southern California. She has experience in college access advising, career readiness programming, and student mental health support. Ivy previously served as a career advisor at the USC Career Center and worked at a psychological counseling center in China, where she supported adolescents and families. Fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese, Ivy brings a global and inclusive perspective to her counseling work. In her free time, she enjoys dance and choreography as a creative outlet.
Ms. Kwon earned her B.A. degree in Psychology from the University of California, Irvine, and her M.S./P.P.S credential in School Counseling from Cal State University, Long Beach. Ms.Kwon has found her passion for education and has served students through her positions as a USC College Advisor, Educational Talent Search (ETS) Program Coordinator, and substitute teacher. Her favorite part of being a school counselor is getting to know her students and all of their unique life experiences. In her personal time, Ms. Kwon enjoys playing pickleball, cafe hopping to find the best matcha, going to concerts, and traveling the world.