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The Blue Ridge School Counselors send bi-weekly Newsletters on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each Month. We additionally include each counselor’s newsletter link in our Staff Weekly Updates and Parent Bulletin Board.
The Newsletters are sent to parents and our students’ Blue Ridge emails. They are constantly updated with relevant information and include the following:
Contact information
Upcoming counseling events
Graduation and university-bound requirements
College & University related announcements and deadlines
Scholarship opportunities
In demand careers
Self-care tips
Helpful links
Counseling Department Presentations Schedule and Resources
Our counseling department provides information to our high school students and families based on each grade level needs. Please check out this resource for information such as College Information and resources, Freshman on Track, and Junior Week!
Counseling Department Presentation Schedule_ 2025-2026.pdfNeed some advice about your academic choices or guidance about your career future? Need to talk to someone about your classes or grades? Got questions about financial aid?
Do you want to meet your high school counselor?
Here's your chance!
Introducing your Blue Ridge Academy Counseling Team. To schedule an appointment with your counselor, please click on the Calendly appointment link that corresponds to your counselor and choose the date and time. Et Voila! You're on your way to see your Counselor. Note: The counseling team is broken down by last names.
Meet Ms. Marlyn Madrigal
Meet Ms. Marlyn Madrigal
I love listening to Music. I believe music can be therapeutic. It helps me on those days when I need to get motivated to go to the gym, get me through those tough days, or create a dance off competition among my family. I listen to all types of genres of music from country, grunge rock, classic rock, classical, christian, pop, and EDM. I love hiking, traveling, reading and watching the Masked Singer. (Like I said, I like Music).
I have worked in higher education for more than 12 plus years. Mainly I worked as a College Admission Advisor/Counselor. I have worked with programs such as EOP, Upward Bound, International Students and Veterans, and CTE (Career Training Education). I worked as a DODEA (Department of Defense) School Counselor in Middle and High School. Now I am here at Blue Ridge Academy, where I look forward to helping you succeed academically, college/career readiness or social-emotionally.
(Student Last Names: A - Cg)
Michelle Baserga
Hi, I am Michelle Baserga. This is my third year at Blue Ridge Academy, and it has been a pleasure working with the amazing community here. I have been in education for close to eight years, and I am happy that I pursued a career in School Counseling after being in the field of Human Resources for 20+ years. It is never too late to change careers and pursue your dream goals!
I have two Master's degrees, one in Business Administration and the other in School Counseling, both from the University of La Verne. I completed my undergraduate education at Whittier College, and then stayed in the city of Whittier to live and raise my family.
When I am not giving my undivided attention to our students, I am traveling and exploring different places in the United States or the world with my two daughters and husband. Last summer we spent three weeks in the United Kingdom, visiting London and Scotland. Both are amazing to visit, but Scotland has the most breathtaking and dramatic mountains and glens of the Highlands, the castles, and of course, the Highland cattle, affectionately known as "Highland coos". We had the best time out there!
I look forward to meeting you soon!
(Student Last Names: Ch - Garc)
Meet Ms. Daniela Martinez
Meet Ms. Daniela Martinez
Hello! It has been a true pleasure joining the Blue Ridge Academy Community. I will be serving students Diaz - Khan. When I am not giving my undivided attention to our students, I am exploring every corner that I can find. I love visiting many of the SoCal beaches, taking serene walks around different neighborhoods, and learning new ways to make my coffee!
A Fun Fact: When I was in high school, my "Plan" was to study Law and Politics to become a Civil Rights Lawyer. However, my passion for education grew stronger during college and that led me to apply for my Masters of Education and then eventually a Masters in School Counseling. In my spare time I continue to learn about law and politics as it remains a passion of mine.
My Alma Maters include: UC Riverside, Hunter College in the City of New York, and CSU Dominguez Hills.
Looking forward to working with you all! "
(Student Last Names: Gard - Kr)
Meet Ms. Sherri Quiñones
Meet Ms. Sherri Quiñones
Sherri Quiñones believes in the holistic development of the child, that no one is expendable, and that every student has a right to access quality school counseling services and education. She is an educator credentialed in School Counseling, Administration, and Teaching. Having a Bachelor of Science in International Business and Multicultural Studies from Roosevelt University, and an A.A. equivalent in Electrical Engineering Technology from Bradley University, she earned Master of Education degrees from St. Xavier University and Olivet Nazarene University, School Counseling credentials from Loyola University, and is member of the American School Counselor Association (ASCA).
Having worked with children and teens in Los Angeles and Chicago, in excess of 20 years, within both traditional and charter schools, she is a former Engineering Technician and business professional with Motorola and Sprint, which has supported her educator career as she held positions in both school and local district levels. She pioneered with counseling teams in developing comprehensive ASCA counseling programs for all students, and has experience working with Dreamers, English Language Learners and Special Populations while integrating germane counseling TK-12 Post-Secondary programs specific to these populations for College and Career success.
Sherri speaks polite Spanish and has two children (who are her absolute favorite people). Her hobbies include participating in fitness classes, skiing, and teaching others about wellness.
(Student Last Names: Ks - Mul)
Meet Dr. Leonard Cheung
I live in Arcadia with my wife and three kids. I previously worked as a high school English teacher. Aside from school counseling, I have a research interest in Education and Family Studies. I was recently able to complete my Ph.D. and hope to be able to pursue some research positions on the side to help promote school choice and policies that will strengthen our families. Outside of work, I play tennis and sing/play guitar for Crosslife Community Church. I'm a terrible dancer, but I am hoping to convince my family to join a dance class and do performances together.
(Student Last Names: Mum - Sch)
Meet Mrs. Amber Vu
Meet Mrs. Amber Vu
Amber Vu is a passionate advocate of homeschooling. Having homeschooled her own children, she believes in individualized education to meet the needs of each student. She received her B.S. in Geology from Humboldt State University and her M.A. in School Counseling with a PPS Credential from Azusa Pacific University. Mrs. Vu has experience counseling middle school and high school students. Working with, and on behalf of, students has offered her the greatest sense of accomplishment. She believes that each student is capable given proper support and guidance. As a mother of five, she spends most of her free time supporting her children’s extracurricular activities.
(Student Last Names: Sci - Z)
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