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Counselor’s Corner

MEET THE SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Mrs. Gavrila
 

Contact Information

Name: Katreena Gavrila (Mrs. Gavrila)

Schedule: M-TH 7:30AM-3PM

Email: Kegavrila@capo.usd.org

Main Office: (949) 496 -5942

School Counseling Referral

Family Resource Center

Family Resource Center

The Family Resource Center connects Capistrano Unified families with practical school and community support—information and materials from educational, social-service, and mental-health partners, plus year-round parent workshops.

Walk in Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. at the CUSD Education Center lobby, 33122 Valle Rd, San Juan Capistrano.

Language support is available in English and Spanish, with Farsi upon request.

For assistance or to ask about upcoming workshops, contact our Family Resource Center Liaison, Sonia Moser, at (949) 234-5597 or somoser@capousd.org. Services are free and welcoming to all CUSD families.

Second Step

Second Step is the district approved curriculum adopted by CUSD in support of student's Social-Emotional Learning.
 
Providing a base for Social-Emotional learning for students is one way CUSD is committed to supporting student success and the "Vision of a CUSD Graduate".
 
 

WELCOME!

WELCOME!

As your school counselor, I provide comprehensive support to meet the academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs of all students.
 
Services include:
  • Classroom Lessons that promote social-emotional learning, problem-solving, and academic skills.
  • Small Group Counseling to provide targeted support in areas such as friendship, emotion regulation, and coping skills.
  • Individual Counseling to address student needs in a confidential, supportive setting.
  • Crisis Response & Support to ensure student safety and well-being.
  • Collaboration & Consultation with teachers, families, and administrators to create a strong network of support.
  • Partnership with Stakeholders to ensure equity, access, and opportunity for every student.
 
As CUSD counselors, we are committed to equity, advocacy, connection, and growth, ensuring that all students feel supported, valued, and prepared for their future.

Data

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Data helps guide every part of the counseling program — from identifying student needs to measuring growth and success across academics, behavior, and emotional well-being

Calming Corner

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A safe space for students to pause, breathe, and reset. Explore calming strategies and tools to help manage big feelings

Family Resources

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Explore helpful links and tools to support your child’s social, emotional, and academic growth at home and school

MTMDSS

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Our MTMDSS model helps all students succeed by providing layered support—whether they need schoolwide lessons, small groups, or individual check-ins. Every child’s success matters!