Meet the Counselors
Mr. Eddie Rodriguez (A, C, D, Y)
Email, Phone: 623-376-3017
I'm looking forward to getting to know our MRHS students and families. I started at Ridge in 2023, but overall I have spent over two decades working in Counseling. Prior to that, I spent 11 years in the classroom teaching 2nd and 3rd grade and middle school ELL. I grew up in the Yuma, AZ area and attended the best college in the state, if not the country - the University of Arizona! My wife teaches 4th grade in DVUSD and our son is also a graduate of the best university (U of A if you haven't guessed). Bear Down!
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Ms. Kathleen Giacini (H, M)
Email, Phone: 623-376-3061
I returned to MRHS in 2025 after being away for the last 22 years, but it feels like I never left! In the time in between when I first started in the DVUSD district (at MRHS), I have loved working with high school students as a high school counselor at several other high schools. It took me a while to figure out my path after graduating from ASU with a degree in Psychology. Once I did, I earned my post-bac in education and taught for a few years while working on my master's degree at Ottawa University and I never looked back. I have worked in the DVUSD school district since XXXX (Shhh--don't give away my age!) This is the greatest job! I look forward to getting to know my students each and every year.
Ms. Lindsay Nelson (B, K, O, V, Department Chair)
Email, Phone: 623-376-3062
I am so excited for another great year at Mt. Ridge! I have worked as a National Board Certified school counselor for over ten years. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from ASU, and then my Master’s Degree in School Counseling from NAU. As you can imagine, I have a constant internal struggle of Sun Devils vs Lumberjacks, but ultimately the pitchfork wins out every time. I love spending time with my family, hiking, baking, and being outdoors. I am an Arizona native, but enjoy heading to Minnesota in the summer to visit relatives. I am grateful to be a part of your student's high school experience and look forward to working with all of my Ridge families!
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Ms. Alyssa Heid (E, F, Z)
Email, Phone: 623-376-3085
I am so excited about starting another year here at MRHS. I am from Minnesota but have been in Arizona for many years, I received my Masters of Education in School Counseling from Grand Canyon University. In my free time, I love being outdoors, going on hikes with my dog, playing golf, and tennis. I am looking forward to supporting all students in their academic journey and social/emotional wellbeing. I will be at Mountain Ridge Tuesday, Thursday and every other Friday.