Meet the Counselor

Hello!  My name is Tanya Magaña and I am the School Counselor at Lincoln Elementary School.  I have worked at Lincoln Elementary for 11 years and I love being a part of the  Lincoln Leopard community!  

A little about me:  I grew up in Coachella, CA with my parents and three sisters.  I played softball for 10 years and continue to love the sport today. I was very shy and quiet, and sports really helped me "break out of my shell."  I enjoy "glamping",  reading, and swimming.  My favorite place to be is the beach.

My role: I believe all students are capable of success.  Sometimes however, our students have a lot in their minds and it may become difficult to focus in the classroom. My priority as a School Counselor is to  provide students with intentional social and emotional support, through individual or small group friendship circles.  In counseling, students will have a safe environment to share their thoughts and feelings, will learn self regulation with calming and coping strategies while developing /maintaining positive self esteem. Some of the friendship circles I offer include a grief group, a divorce group, anger management, impulse control, and a friendship skills group that includes conflict solving.  

**If you would like your child to participate in counseling at Lincoln School, please  complete the Request for Assistance Form. 

Other Student Wellness  Services:
DSUSD Student Wellness Page

HOW TO CONTACT ME:                                     

EMAIL:   tanya.magana@desertsands.us

SCHOOL PHONE NUMBER:  760-862-4340 

Please do not hesitate to reach out.