CASC Board of Directors

Meet the CASC Board of Directors and staff. They are dedicated, elected leaders, and professionals committed to advancing and supporting the school counseling profession across California.

Congratulations to our Newly Elected CASC Board Members!


We look forward to the impact you will make and the bright future ahead for CASC!

TERM: July 2026 - June 30, 2030

Dr. Andres Castro

Khanh Ly

Kathryn Buchan

Michelle Herandez

Zyrah Niazi

Dr. Terence M. Booth


CASC Staff

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Loretta Whitson

Executive Director


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Dr. Jami Parsons

Deputy Executive Director


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Patty Taylor

Assistant Executive Director


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Denise DeMoss

Senior Executive Assistant