Counselor's Corner

A - Ci

Mr. Arciniega

adrianarcineaga@vistausd.org

Cl - Go

Ms. Morris

michellemorris@vistausd.org

Gr - L

Ms. Mayoral

marisolmayoral@vistausd.org

M - Pa

Ms. May

jessicamay@vistausd.org

Pe - Sa

Ms. Saltas

mariasaltas@vistausd.org

Sb - Z

Ms. Ellis (Sando)

annaellis@vistausd.org

Howdy Longhorns!

We hope your school year is off to an amazing start! It’s been a lively and exciting beginning, with sports in full swing, rigorous yet engaging classes, and memorable campus events organized by ASB—such as Club Carnival and Homecoming. If you haven’t already, take this opportunity to join a team or club and get involved. Make the most of your time at RBV—you only get one high school experience, so make it count!

If you’re unsure where to begin or feeling a bit overwhelmed, don’t hesitate to connect with your counselor. The Counseling Team is here to help you explore future goals, provide academic guidance, and support you through any social or emotional challenges that come your way. We’re just a message away—reach out anytime!

Hello RBV Staff! My name is Wendy Prado, and I’m excited to be joining the team at Rancho Buena Vista High School as the Support Secretary. I am 25 years old, and I love to travel. Before joining the team, I worked as a preschool teacher, where I enjoyed working with children and supporting their growth and development. I’m looking forward to this new opportunity, learning from the counseling team, and supporting our students and families. I’m also hoping to return to school and continue my education as I grow both personally and professionally. I’m very excited to be part of the Rancho Buena Vista community!

So far, the Counseling Team has visited classrooms at least once per grade level, delivering lessons designed to support student success and future planning. Ninth graders participated in a Freshman Welcome session, while students in the other grade levels engaged in lessons focused on College and Career Exploration and preparing for life after high school. For your convenience, links to the lessons are provided below.

And so are final grades! Before you know it, December 19th will be here, and we’ll be wrapping up the first semester. Now that the second grading period has ended, take a moment to review your most recent progress report to see which classes may require extra focus and effort. Remember, semester grades are final and will appear on your transcripts, so it’s important to keep working hard to pass all your classes. You’ve got this!

Need a little extra help with school? Tutoring services are available right here on campus—drop by anytime!

🗓 Deadline: Nov 30

Struggling with your apps? No worries! 😎
Swing by the College & Career Center:
🍽 Wednesdays at lunch
🕒 After school

The Counseling Team has your back—get those applications in on time! ✨✍️

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) allows U.S. citizens to apply for federal and state grants, work-study, and student loans for college or vocational programs.

The California Dream Act Application (CADAA) lets undocumented students apply for state financial aid to attend a California college, university, or vocational school.

For the 2027–2028 school year, both applications are open now. The deadline to submit is

March 2, 2027, BUT the sooner the better.

If you need help deciding which form to complete or need support filling it out, please contact your counselor. For more information on financial aid, visit the California Student Aid Commission website.

As we approach the end of the first semester, it can be challenging to juggle school, extracurriculars, friends, and life. Remember to take care of your mental health!

Below are some positive coping strategies you can practice daily to help manage stress and stay balanced.