Counseling Center
B.E.S.T. Academy offers personalized counseling and academic coaching combined with individualized support for social and emotional learning. We believe social emotional learning is a top-tier priority for student success and go far beyond the basics of a character education program. Evidence-based social-emotional learning combined with personalized guidance and academic coaching support connects teachers, families, and counselors with students by building rapport through a strength-based approach. We take pride in building strong relationships with families and provide personalized guidance and academic coaching support in building college and career pathways for students.
COVID-19 Updates & Resources
B.E.S.T. Academy will continue to operate throughout the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation. Enrollment for both the BEST Academy Summer Session and 2020-2021 school year will remain open with flexible online learning and customized curriculum options. Students will continue coursework in their college and career pathways as usual, with the personalized support of online teachers, counselors, and support staff. Field trips and in-person events are temporarily on hold while restrictions are in place and students enrolled in athletic programs who typically meet in-person for training, have transitioned to virtual meetings until further notice. Download student-family resources here!
Grades 3-5
Topics & Lessons
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Managing Worry
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Building Empathy
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Joining In & Including Others
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Getting to Know Me
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Diversity
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Respect
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Ruby Bridges & Bravery
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What is Race?
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Needs & Wants
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Thomas Edison & Grit
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George Washington Carver & Innovation
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Benjamin Franklin & Curriosity
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Helen Keller & Overcoming Obstacles
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Self-Compassion
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Cesar Chavez & Community Organizing
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Susan B. Anthony & Perseverance
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George Washington & Public Service
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Thurgood Marshall & Justice
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Conflict and Resolution
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Martin Luther King Jr. & Leadership
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Culture
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Activism
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Test-taking Strategies
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Marie Curie & Determination
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Bullying
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Active Listening
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Public Speaking
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Time Management
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Growth Mindset
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Mindfulness & Meditation
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Harriet Tubman & Courage
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Internet Safety
Grades 6-8
Topics & Lessons
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Respect
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Ruby Bridges & Bravery
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What is Race?
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Needs a& Wants
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Thomas Edison & Grit
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George Washington Carver & Innovation
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Benjamin Franklin & Curriosity
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Helen Keller & Overcoming Obstacles
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Self-Compassion
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Cesar Chavez & Community Organizing
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Susan B. Anthony & Perseverance
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Oversharing
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Goal Setting
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Perspectives on Race
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Frida Kahlo & Self Expression
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Maya Angelou & Resilience
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John Lewis & Nonviolent Action
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George Washington & Public Service
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Thurgood Marshall & Justice
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Conflict and Resolution
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Martin Luther King Jr. & Leadership
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Culture
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Activism
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Test-taking Strategies
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Marie Curie & Determination
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Bullying
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Active Listening
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Public Speaking
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Time Management
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Growth Mindset
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Mindfulness & Meditation
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Harriet Tubman & Courage
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Internet Safety
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Peer Pressure
Grades 9-12
Topics & Lessons
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Test-Taking Strategies
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Marie Curie & Determination
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Time Management
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Growth Mindset
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Mindfulness & Meditation
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Oversharing
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Goal Setting
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Perspectives on Race
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Frida Kahlo & Self-Expression
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Maya Angelou & Resilience
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John Lewis & Nonviolent Action
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Peer Pressure
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Budgeting
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Paying for College
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Student Loans
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Choosing a Career
24-7 Personalized Online Tutoring Support
We believe all students want to succeed, and our partnership with The Princeton Review (tutor.com) offers students on-demand academic coaching and tutoring support. Tutors connect with students to offer individualized learning through one-to-one engagements with subject matter experts. Tutors provide homework help, preparation for exams, and skill building in more than 40 subjects including math, reading, science and social studies for grades 4-12. Academic coaching is available where students need it, at home on a computer or on a mobile device. Academic coaches and tutors ensure students have equal access to targeted learning and teachers receive the data necessary to make informed decisions about ongoing instruction and support.
B.E.S.T. Academy College Pathways
Students at B.E.S.T. Academy have access to an array of "A-G" approved curriculum that will prepare them to meet admissions requirements for the University of California, and the California State University Systems. Not interested in attending a UC or CSU system? Our counselors are prepared to guide and support a variety of college pathways and offer tuition-free dual-enrollment college-level course to enrolled B.E.S.T. Academy students.
College Information & Resources
Community Resources
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255