Hanford High's Brian Sites Named College and Career Counselor of the Year

We are proud to celebrate Brian Sites, College and Career Specialist at Hanford High School, who has been recognized by the Washington School Counselor Association (WSCA) as the 2026 College and Career Counselor of the Year!

This statewide honor recognizes staff who demonstrate exceptional leadership in connecting college and career readiness with students’ academic and social-emotional development. Brian’s impact is felt every single day.

At Hanford, Brian builds meaningful relationships with students through simple, consistent acts of care, whether it’s his daily “Question of the Day,” offering support in the Career Center, or taking time to truly understand each student’s goals and aspirations.

He leads major initiatives that shape students’ futures, including:

• A schoolwide Career Day that brings community partners to campus
• Oversight of Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs
• Falcon Flight Day, ensuring every senior meets one-on-one with a mentor to plan for life after graduation

Brian’s work is not only comprehensive, it’s deeply personal. When one student earned a full-tuition scholarship but couldn’t afford room and board, Brian stepped in, worked directly with the university, and secured additional funding, turning it into a full ride and changing the course of her future.

Always positive, approachable, and student-centered, Brian exemplifies what it means to serve with heart. His leadership, creativity, and unwavering commitment to student success make a lasting difference for the Hanford High community and beyond.

Join us in congratulating Brian on this well-deserved recognition.