SDA Counseling
Welcome to the SDA Counseling Website!
We are currently on summer break and will be available again starting with Taking Care of Business Days. Check your email inbox and mailbox for details!
Requesting a Course Change for the 24-25 School Year? Complete this Google Form.
This form will close on the last day of Taking Care of Business Days.
Please see the resources below and the rest of our website for important and helpful information!
For Summer School Information: Please contact the summer staff located at La Costa Canyon High School to address any question related to summer school. Summer school info and contact information is here.
TRANSCRIPT_REQUEST_FORM.pdfTranscripts & Diplomas
Official SDA transcripts can be ordered online by clicking here.
The Class of 2024 can pick up their diploma in the Registrar’s office. To confirm that our registrar, Kristina Martinez will be available when you arrive, you can email her at kristina.martinez@sduhsd.net
Work Permits
After May 31st, 2024, all work permits will be processed by summer school staff located at La Costa Canyon High School. Home schooled students seeking work permits will need to contact the District Office.
resources are available for SDUHSD families through Care Solace, a 24/7 live concierge service. For more information, click here.
Letters of Recommendation
Do you need a counselor recommendation for a college or scholarship application?
Follow these instructions.
Early Application Deadline: September 12, 2024
Regular Application Deadline:
October 28, 2024
The SDA Counseling Office is an active place assisting and supporting students. School Counselors spend time meeting with students discussing academics, college and career plans, and assisting with social/emotional needs. Counselors are available before school, lunch, and after school for drop-in appointments.
Samantha DeFoney samantha.defoney@sduhsd.net
Alison Liu alison.liu@sduhsd.net (habla español)
Sarah Djernes sarah.djernes@sduhsd.net
Elizabeth Cruz elizabeth.cruz@sduhsd.net (habla español)
Vicki deJesús vicki.dejesus@sduhsd.net (habla español)
Mission Statement
The mission of the SDUHSD school counseling program is to ensure a safe and supportive environment in which all students acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for academic, career and personal/social development to become life-long learners, creative thinkers, and responsible individuals.
We are grateful for the support of:
