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Counseling

Counseling Department

The Counseling Department at Lower Lake High School is committed to supporting every student's academic success, personal growth, and future planning. Whether you need help choosing classes, working through a challenge, preparing for college, or figuring out what comes next after graduation — your counselor is in your corner.

We work with students at every grade level and on a wide range of needs. You don't need to have a crisis to come see us. If something is on your mind, our door is open.

Meet Your Counseling Team

Your primary counselor is assigned by last name. For questions about transcripts, registration, or records, contact our Registrar directly.

Name Role
Tara Williams Counselor — Students with last names A–L
Mari Valdez Counselor — Students with last names M–Z
Arianna Perez Cortes Supporting Counselor
Eva Santana Academic Intervention Assistant
Mike Huffman Academic Intervention Assistant
Christa Vandagriff College & Career Advisor
Sarena Perez Registrar

What We Can Help With

Our counselors and support staff are here to assist students and families with a wide range of needs, including:

  • Academic Support - Course selection, schedule changes, graduation requirements, credit tracking, academic intervention, and four-year planning.
  • College & Career Planning - College application guidance, entrance exam preparation, financial aid (FAFSA), career exploration, CTE pathway advising, and connecting with the College & Career Advisor.
  • Personal & Social Support - Navigating challenges at school or home, connecting with community resources, and supporting student well-being.
  • Records & Administrative - Transcript requests, enrollment verification, registration, and records management.

Upcoming Events

MAR
9

Elementary Schools: Parent- Teacher Conferences - Minimum Days

Start: Mar 9, 2026 End: Mar 13, 2026

Multi-Day Event

MAR
13
MAR
16

PS: ELAC Meeting

All Day Event

Schedule an Appointment

The best way to meet with your counselor is to stop by the Counseling Office or ask your teacher for a pass during an appropriate time. You can also reach us by phone or email.

Lower Lake High School Counseling Office

9430A Lake Street, Lower Lake, CA 95457
Phone: (707) 994-6471

Helpful Links

Get in Contact

Photo of Tara Williams

Tara Williams

Counselor

  • Email Tara Williams
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Mari Valdez

Counselor

  • Email Mari Valdez
Photo of Arianna Perez Cortes
  • Email Arianna Perez Cortes
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Eva Santana

Academic Intervention Assistant

  • Email Eva Santana
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Mike Huffman

Academic Intervention Assistant

  • Email Mike Huffman
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Christa Vandagriff

Career Center Clerk

  • Email Christa Vandagriff
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Sarena Perez

Registrar Secretary

  • Email Sarena Perez

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