Counselor's Corner

The Mustang Counseling staff will provide a comprehensive, developmental program that addresses the academic, social and emotional and career readiness needs of all students. For more information visit the

MPS School Counseling Page

Mr. Manuel, 6th Grade Counselor

Hello Horizon Families!

I'm excited to begin my new role as 6th grade school counselor at Horizon Intermediate. Prior to teaching, I served in multiple capacities: to include ministry, military, and counseling. After my military service, in the 82nd airborne, I earned a master's degree in counseling/psychology. Eventually, I landed at Horizon, where I have been for the past 6 years, as a certified teacher in special education, supporting students through individualized instruction and behavioral guidance. I'm passionate about helping students grow academically and emotionally, and I'm looking forward to continuing that work in this new position.

My wife and I have been married for 23 years, and we have two wonderful kids, an 18-year-old daughter, starting her freshman year at the University of Oklahoma, and a 16-year-old son, a junior in high school. In this new role, I'm committed to creating a supportive, welcoming space for all students; just as I would want for my own children. I look forward to another exciting year at Horizon!

Mrs. Frederick, 5th Grade Counselor

Hello everyone!

My name is Courtney Frederick, and I am so excited to start my 3rd year as the 5th Grade Counselor at Horizon Intermediate! I am a proud Mustang graduate as well as and alumna of the University of Central Oklahoma, where I received a B.A. in Psychology and a Masters in School Counseling. I have worked in education for several years, but this will be my 7th year as a counselor. My husband is a principal in the district and our two children attend Mustang Public Schools. We are truly a Bronco family.

If you have any concerns or just want to speak with us, please do not hesitate to reach out.

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Beyond "How Was Your Day?"

Want to know about your teenagers day, but all you get is the answer "fine" when you ask? Try some of these questions instead!

On a scale of 1-10 how was your day?
What is one new thing that you learned today?
What did you do at lunch today? Who did you sit with? Talk to?
Did you get a chance to be helpful to someone? If so, what did you do?
Did anyone help you with anything?
Did you make any new friends?
Which class are you learning the most/least in?
Which is your easiest/hardest class?
What was the coolest (saddest, funniest, scariest) thing that you saw today?
Which class has your favorite group of students in it?
If they played music in the halls at school, what would everyone want them to play?
What do you wish you could do more/less of at school?
What do you think the most important part of school is?
What part of the day do you look forward to? Is there a part of the day you dread?
If you had to go to only one class every day, which class would it be? Why?