Hi, I'm Elly!

I moved to Seattle from rural North Carolina a few years ago and have since held many different roles in a number of schools. I have worked at the preschool, elementary, middle and high school levels and I love working with kids at every age! I particularly love when I get to support students through difficult emotions. Outside of school, I like to go on outdoor adventures with my dog.

I am the Ballard HS Website Editor and I am always looking for ways to make finding information on the website easier for families to stay connected with Ballard HS. Email me with any ideas or questions you might have about what would be helpful on the website. Thank you!

Ballard Alumni 2005

My name is Minda Tochihara and I am so excited to be a part of your school as the school psychologist. My favorite thing about being a school psychologist is helping students learn more about how their brains work and what their strengths are. When I’m not at work, I like spending time with my kids, being in nature, reading, and baking.

At Ballard High School on Wednesdays