Confidentiality is the Cornerstone of the Student Assistant Program

The Student Assistance Counselors are here to help student with a range of issues.  We work with students and their families to provide group and individual counseling, psychosocial education and referrals to develop healthy coping skills, make positive lifestyle choices, and avoid substance abuse problems. Students who take advantage of the program may be looking for help with a variety of personal problems. Some issues discussed include:

• Family Problems

• Self-Esteem

• Anger Management

• Stress Management

• Anxiety/Depression

• Relationship Issues (Friends, Dating, etc.)

• Body Image

• Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug Use/Abuse 

Student Assistance Counselors

Ms. Danielle Santoro, SAC, MA

Ext.3405

email: dsantoro@htps.us
Assigned: Grades 9-12 (Last Names: A - Gr.)

Ms. Rebecca Balaguer, SAC, MSW

Ext. 2923

email: rbalaguer@htps.us 
Assigned: Grades 9-12 (Last Names: Gu. - Pas.) 

Mr. Christina Birch, SAC, MA
Ext. 2362

email: cbirch@htps.us
Assigned: Grades 9-12 (Last Names: Pat. - Z)

Mrs. Lisa Grylls-White, SAC,MA
Ext. 2296
email: lgryllswhite@htps.us
Hillsborough Middle School
Assigned: Grades 7-8 (All Last Names)