On the week of February 3rd-7th, Taft Union High School had a counseling appreciation week for the counselors. We asked a series of questions to our counselors like why they decided to be a counselor. 

Jana Durkan said, “It is very rewarding to see students work hard and, with that hard work, realize their goals and inner potential. This is why I wanted to become a counselor and help students with their educational journey!”  

Tammy Sutherland replied with, “It fulfills me to help guide them to achieve their goals. I love coaching and being a counselor is similar to coaching. I help students improve, push themselves and learn from their mistakes. They inspire me every day.” 

Lilia Murillo stated, “I like being a counselor because I get to learn many different kinds of students backgrounds and cultures. Also, not one day is the same for me. I can plan a day’s worth of work, but I never know what the day holds for me. Every day is a new day in my world of counseling. I wanted to make a difference in student’s lives. I want to be the person that students can talk to when things get complicated. I also enjoy seeing students grow physically and mentally. I love hearing about my student’s successes and challenges.”