Meet Our Counselors

My name is Nicholas Maldonado, but on campus I’m known as Mr. Nick. This is my first year as a counselor, and I am so excited to be working at Brewer Island Elementary School! Between 2018 - 2022, I graduated from CSU Stanislaus with a bachelor’s degree in psychology, a master's degree in education, and a credential in pupil personnel services. During those four years, I was a full time student, track and field athlete, and I worked as a yard duty for a local elementary school. For my fieldwork hours, I worked at two elementary schools in Ceres, as well as a local high school in Turlock. Here at Brewer Island, I work with everyone. I work with students to help them develop their social, emotional, and academic skills. I help our teachers to deliver Social Emotional Lessons through our Second Step Program. I also work with parents to figure out what kind of support their student needs.

Students can request a check in with Mr. Nick, or Mr. Mark, if they are in need of support. Check-ins are available to all, and can be requested by students, teachers, or parents. Check-ins are not therapy services, they are brief and solution focused. (What can we do within our control?)

650-312-7700 Ext. 4788