Reggie Trevino, our Parlier High School counselor for students with last names A–Ga, known to most as Mr. Trevino, was inspired to pursue a career in education by his sixth-grade teacher, Mrs. Rainey. She showed him what it meant to serve the whole child, supporting every student fully and going above and beyond, leaving a lasting impression that continues to influence him today. Although he originally planned to become a lawyer and studied political science at San Jose State University, working with young people in youth ministry and retail sparked a passion for education. He realized that counseling allows him to make a meaningful one-on-one impact on students’ lives, helping them grow academically, socially, and personally.
Mr. Trevino attended Roosevelt Elementary, Mulcahy Middle School, and Tulare Western High School. After initially leaving college, he returned in his 30s to earn a bachelor’s degree in K–8 Education from Western Governors University and a master’s in School Counseling with a PPS credential from Fresno Pacific University. He plans to pursue a doctorate and administrative credential at USC before eventually returning to law school. He ended up in Parlier after applying for a GLS position while working for Learn for Life in Tulare and fell in love with the community not quickly but he got there. His first working experiences, including a role as an office assistant at San Jose State and later at Wendy’s, taught him the value of a strong work ethic, patience, and learning when and when not to speak up.
Throughout his life, Mr. Trevino has faced significant challenges, including a strong diagnosis in 2020, which taught him to appreciate every moment and rely on his faith. He emphasizes the importance of courage, confidence, communication, and emotional intelligence for young people, encouraging them to express their needs, understand their emotions, and take responsibility for their actions. What he enjoys most about his work is the students themselves, who keep him inspired and engaged. He approaches each day as a father and mentor, bringing lessons from parenting and life experiences into his interactions to help every student feel valued and supported.
