We, the undersigned students, are writing to express our concern regarding proposed staffing changes at Exeter Union High School that may eliminate traditional counseling positions.
Counselors play a critical role in supporting students’ academic success, mental health, college and career planning, scheduling, and overall well-being. They provide individualized guidance that cannot be replaced by administrative or data-focused roles alone.
The proposed restructuring, which would require current counselors to reapply for newly created positions and could remove dedicated counseling roles entirely, risks leaving students without essential support services. If implemented, EUHS could become the only high school in Tulare County without full-time, dedicated counselors.
We believe that:
* Students deserve access to qualified school counselors
* Academic oversight and student guidance serve different but equally important purposes
* Removing counseling services would negatively impact students and families
We respectfully urge the district to reconsider this proposal and to preserve dedicated counseling positions at Exeter Union High School in order to protect student support, equity, and success.
By signing this petition, we stand together in support of the students of EUHS and the vital services counselors provide.