Counseling

Mrs. Orta & Ms. Bergmann

The Guidance and Counseling Department provides a comprehensive developmental program addressing the whole child to maximize academic achievement, social and emotional development, and post-secondary college and career readiness.

Liza Bazan-Orta - School Counselor and Campus Military Liaison

Email: liza.bazan-orta@nisd.net

Phone: 210-398-1726

Caseload: ALE, BMC, PreK, Kinder, 1st, 3rd, & 4th grade

Simone Bergmann - School Counselor

Email: simone.bergmann@nisd.net

Phone: 210-398-1725

Caseload: PreK, 2nd, & 5th grade

GUIDANCE & COUNSELING: 4 CONTENT AREAS

Intrapersonal Effectiveness	Positive student self-concept Effective executive functioning skills Appropriate behavior to the situation and environment
Interpersonal Effectiveness	Effective interactions with diverse populations Effective and appropriate communication skills Recognition of personal boundaries, individual rights and privacy needs of others Effective conflict resolution skills Development of healthy relationships
Post Secondary Planning and Career Readiness	Motivation to succeed in personal endeavors Demonstration of career exploration skills Possession of the knowledge and skills to gather information for the purpose of postsecondary education and career planning Demonstration of awareness of the importance of postsecondary education Understanding of the relationship of academics to the world of work and to life at home and in the community
Personal Health and Safety	Incorporation of wellness practices into daily living Demonstration of resilience and positive coping skills Possession of assertiveness skills necessary for personal protection