The school counseling department at Washington Technology Magnet provides a comprehensive school counseling program that prepares and inspires all students to achieve high standards of excellence in a constantly changing world. We collaborate with students, parents, and staff to address the academic, social/emotional and college/career needs of our diverse student body to empower all students to expand their horizons and achieve their current and future goals. We advocate for equity, access and success for every student, encouraging student self-advocacy and accountability and promoting the development to become productive members of society.
Meet the Counseling Team
Jody Mathiowetz
Faculty Information
Location(s)
Washington Tech High School
Title(s)
Counselor, Counselor, Counselor, 9th Grade
Contact Information
School Email
School Phone
9th Grade
Anna Wozniak
Faculty Information
Location(s)
Washington Tech High School
Title(s)
Counselor, Last Names K-R
Contact Information
School Email
School Phone
Education
Degree(s)
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities 2018
Master of Arts, Counseling and Student Personnel Psychology, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities 2021
Master of Arts, Counseling and Student Personnel Psychology, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities 2021
10TH-12TH (LAST NAMES K-R)
REGISTRAR (RECORDS, ENROLLMENTS, WITHDRAWALS)
Ms. Friesen
wtms-records@spps.org
Extension 741688
Jesse Nitzschke
Faculty Information
Location(s)
Washington Tech High School
Title(s)
Counselor
Contact Information
School Email
School Phone
10TH-12TH (LAST NAMES A-J)
Rick Walker
Faculty Information
Location(s)
Washington Tech High School
Title(s)
Counselor, Last Names S-Z
Contact Information
School Email
School Phone
Other Information
Biography
Dear Washington Technology High School Parent(s) or Guardian(s):
My name is Mr. Walker, and this is my 28th year as a school counselor with Saint Paul Public Schools. I am a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Stout where I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Guidance and Counseling K-12.
I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce myself as well as explain to you some of the services offered through the school counselor. Through a developmental School Counseling program, we assist students as well as faculty and parents. We are an active participant in the growth and development of your student academically, socially, emotionally, and personally.
It is my goal to help students reach their academic potential, develop decision-making skills, develop problem and conflict resolution skills, establish and maintain positive personal/social relationships, teach prevention skills, aid in successful transitions and advocate for all students. School counselors also act as a resource person for parents and staff in addressing behavioral and academic needs of students. These goals are reached through individual and/or group classroom guidance lessons, and crisis intervention. Referrals may also be made to outside agencies for those issues that reach beyond the scope of the school counselor.
It is my goal as the school counselor to help our students achieve academically and personally in all aspects of their lives. Please join me in making this year a successful one for you and your child!
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your student, please do not hesitate to contact me at (651)744-5358 or rick.walker@spps.org. My office hours are Monday- Friday, 8:15am-3:15pm.
Sincerely,
Mr. Walker, M.S., L.S.C.
Licensed School Counselor
Counseling Office
Crisis Resources
Minnesota Crisis Line
Call CRISIS (274747)
Ramsey County Youth Mental Health Crisis Line
651-266-7878
Ramsey County Adult Mental Health Crisis Line
651-266-7900
911
Please call 911 if you or someone you know is in immediate danger of harming themselves or someone else.
Counseling FAQs
- How do I make an appointment?
- What courses are required for graduation?
- How do I request a transcript?
- What are my options for earning college credit while in high school?
- How do I sign up for credit recovery?
- How do I sign up for the PSAT?
- How do I sign up for the ACT/SAT?
How do I make an appointment?
What courses are required for graduation?
How do I request a transcript?
What are my options for earning college credit while in high school?
How do I sign up for credit recovery?
How do I sign up for the PSAT?
How do I sign up for the ACT/SAT?
Registration Information
- All Prospective Students
- Students Entering 9th Grade
- Students Entering 10th Grade
- Students Entering 11th Grade
- Students Entering 12th Grade
- Students Entering Language Academy L1 & 1.5