MARGARITA GUILLEN-FRANCO

Hello everyone. This is my 8th year at Santa Maria High School as a school counselor. I am looking forward to another amazing year at SMHS where I will have the opportunity to follow Class of 2023 to their graduating year!

I have earned a Master’s degree in Counseling and Education and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Child and Adolescent Development from San José State University.  I enjoy keeping my education current by attending California Association School Counselors (CASC) and American School Counselor Association (ASCA) conferences.

My previous work experience includes: Counseling at Allan Hancock College and at Newark Memorial High in the bay area and teaching at Allan Hancock College for the noncredit program.  I have also had the great opportunity to perform registrar and attendance clerk work at other high schools.

I enjoy working at SMHS because the students are a joy to work with!  They are respectful and caring.  I am also inspired by the amazing teachers and staff that work so hard to educate and support our students in meeting their greatest potential.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.