Counselors are here to help! Feel free to email your student's assigned Counselor
Don Efta, 6th Grade
defta@aurorak12.org
Shannon Paxton, 7th Grade
spaxton@aurorak12.org
Jessica Nies, 8th Grade
jmnies@aurorak12.org
Counselors are available to meet with students and guardians during the regular scheduled day. Counselors can be contacted via email or phone for meeting times.
**If after school hours or on the weekend call Colorado Crisis Services at 844-493-TALK (8255), or text “Talk” to 38255. This service is available 24/7 year-round. If this is an emergency please dial 911**
Mrachek Counselors provide support in the following areas:
College and Career: ICAP (Individual Career and Academic Plan) lessons are given to all students during the school year in classes. Lessons focus on college and career exploration and planning. These lessons also help students to create and build a plan for their future.
Academic: Counselors support students in their academic development and success.
Social/Emotional: Counselors offer 1:1 counseling and small groups based on need. Counselors engage in restorative practices and help students to problem solve