Counseling Office: 520-616-5456
Counseling Fax: 520-616-3000 

Be sure to visit the MHS College and Career Center 

Ann Greene -
Counseling Secretary 

Course Description Book

For a digital copy of Marana HS comprehensive Course Description Book, please call the Counseling Office at 520-616-5456.

Sean Roebuck, Interventionist

• Attendance issues
• Behavioral issues
• Academic issues

Gretchen Mazaheri -
Alpha A,C-E; McKinney Vento/Youth On Their Own, Discipline Support Check in--Check Out, PTO Liaison/Help Closet 

I am excited to become part of the Marana Team. I moved to Casa Grande 7 years ago with my daughter to enjoy living near my parents. I obtained my Master’s in School Guidance in 2013. I am interested in improving the college graduation rate and encouraging our youth to give back to their communities.

Evan Proffer -
Alpha B: Groups (Chair), State Testing (Member), PBIS Tier II/III

I’ve been working directly with at-risk youth for the better part of a decade and I specialize in drug prevention strategies and intervention methods at the high school level, which includes the facilitation of the ATS (Alternative to Suspension) program here at Marana High. I am excited to be joining the counseling team as an academic advisor during the school day and pursuing a Masters in Social Work in the evening. On a personal note, I’m an avid fan of live theater and I spend a bit too much of my free time playing DnD with the math teachers.​

Shaun Lara -
Alpha F-J: Athletic Signing Day (Member) Groups (Member) and Tier II/III (Group Member

I am very happy to be back at Marana High School and to be a part of all the amazing things that go on here. I was born and raised in Tucson, Arizona and grew up in the Marana Unified School District. This is my 10^th year working and coaching for MUSD and have loved every minute of it. I am happily married and enjoy spending time with friends. My hobbies include fishing, watching sports and anything outdoors. I enjoy being a part of the positive development of our students and I’m proud to be a Marana Tiger!

Melissa Gollihar -
Alpha K, L, &M: Support Group Facilitator, Course Selection, Elective Fair, Coordinate 8th Grade Visits  

I was born in Kearny, Arizona.  I moved to Mesa in the 9^th grade and graduated from Mountain View High School in Mesa.  I graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor’s in Psychology.  I became an Academic Advisor for the University of Phoenix and earned my Masters in Educational Counseling. I earned my Doctorate in Organizational Leadership through Grand Canyon University. I have been a high school counselor for 20 plus years and absolutely love my career working with teenagers! I have two amazing daughters and two adorable rescue dogs. I moved to Tucson last year and I love being a part of the Marana counseling team!

David Catalano - 
Alpha N-R, &T Dual Enrollment/Pima Testing, Support Groups, Discipline Support Check in -Check Out 

I was born and raised in Tucson, Arizona, a CDO High School Alumni, and graduate from the University of Arizona. I graduated with my B.S. in Business Management from San Jose State University and my MA in Mental Health Counseling from UofA. I worked in mental health for several years before coming to MHS. I came to be a School Counselor because of my passion in helping our younger generation develop values, principles, and supports in being successful in all areas of their life.

Amy DeShazo -
Alpha S & U-Z; Enrollment AP Coordinator, Support Groups, Fine Arts Seal Liaison 

I was born in Seoul, South Korea. My father served in the US Army so I moved frequently in my early childhood. After my father retired from service we relocated to Tucson, Arizona. I attended Santa Rita High School and continued my education at the University of Arizona where I received my BA in Psychology. In my senior year at the University of Arizona, I worked as a Behavioral Health Paraprofessional at Intermountain Centers for Human Development. Here I found my passion working with children and adolescents. I decided to pursue a career in school counseling and received my M.Ed. in Human Development Counseling at Vanderbilt University. I am excited to join the Marana High School Counseling team and looking forward to meeting our wonderful students and their families.

Megan Leon -  

CTE Liaison, Career Exploration & Services, Internships

I am a born and raised Tucsonan, a Marana High School Alumni, and a proud graduate of the University of Arizona.  I graduated from the UofA in 2014 with a B.S. in Family Studies and Human Development and again in 2017 with an MA in Counseling.  I’m an avid sports fan, mostly football, and spend a lot of time attending sporting events.  I also enjoy spending time with my family and friends on the weekends.

 Bryan Pisetsky and Dr. Merri Kae Vanderploeg

Dr. Merri Kae Vanderploeg -  
Future Friday, Signing Day - Lead, Honors Conclave-Lead, ASVAB/Military Recruitment, 8th Grade/Tiger Night Liaison

Bryan Pisetsky -  
FAFSA & Scholarships, Athletic Signing Day, NCAA & NAIA Liaison, AP Co-Coordinator, Honors Conclave Support, PSAT & ACT Coordinator