Mr. Brunet has been a member of the Palma faculty since 1993. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from the University of Missouri, Columbia and a Master of Science (MSEd) degree in Counseling from Saint Bonaventure University, Olean, NY, as well as a California PPS Credential in Counseling.  Mr. Brunet is the school Testing Coordinator and Advanced Placement (AP) Coordinator. He also Teaches Business Applications in the Computer Science Department.

Office phone number: (831) 422-2076  •    Email Address: brunet@palmahs.org

Mrs. Short has been a member of the Palma Faculty since 2000. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, with a business minor, from Fresno State University and a Masters degree in Healthcare Administration from San Jose State University. She also has her PPS credential in Counseling from San Jose State University. In addition to counseling, Mrs. Short has taught 7th grade Literature.

Office phone number: (831) 422-6391  •  Email Address: short@palmahs.org

Mr. Giammanco joins the Palma Guidance Staff this year to work as the 8th grade counselor.  He has been a member of the Palma Faculty since 1994. He holds a bachelor of Science degree in Social studies from San Jose State university and a Master of Science degree in school counseling from the University of Laverne.  In addition to his counseling duties, Mr. Giammanco teaches P.E. to 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students, as well as Driver Education and Health & Safety to 10th graders.  He also serves as the Palma Varsity Baseball Coach.

Office phone number: (831) 422-6391  •  Email Address: giammanco@palmahs.org

Mr. Beesley has been a member of the Palma faculty since 2001. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Gonzaga University and a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology from Pacifica. In addition to counseling, Mr. Beesley also teaches 12th grade Theology classes and is the Advisor for the Junior State of America Club.  He is also a faculty advisor to the Palma Core Team.

office phone number: (831) 422-6391  •  Email Address: beesley@palmahs.org