The Guidance Department is comprised of two full-time school counselors, providing both academic and personal counseling. Students are advised on numerous topics including transitional concerns, time management, study skills, college and career exploration. Additionally there is a part-time ADAPP counselor who counsels students regarding personal matters.
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9th Grade
- Get to know your school counselor, faculty and other school resources.
- Take classes designed to promote academic achievement.
- Become involved in school or community based extracurricular activities that interest you and/or enable you to explore career interests.
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10th Grade
- Career exploration.
- Review your transcript and 4 year plan.
Prepare for and take the PSAT in October.
- Consult with your counselor if you are interested in volunteer opportunities
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11th Grade
- Prepare for and take the PSAT(The National Merit Scholarship program requires a Junior Year score).
- Review school transcript.
- Meet with your counselor to discuss post-secondary plans.
- Register for ACT, SAT and SAT Subject Tests in the Spring.
- File NCAA paperwork.
- Participate in college visits.
- Create college essay and resume.
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12th Grade
- Review graduation status.
- Attend SHHS college fair.
- Obtain college applications.
- Begin scholarship searches.
- Register for ACT, SAT, and Sat Subject Test in the Fall.
- Request teacher recommendations.
- Complete college essay and resume.
- Listen for scholarship announcements.
- Complete and file financial aid forms in January.
- Finalize your college choice.
- Review college admission decisions.
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Cherlyne Pappas,
School Counselor
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College Advisor Grades 11-12
Tara Rybacki,
School Counselor
Grades 9-10
Brenda De Esso, ADAPP
Counselor
Grades 9-12
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- Conflict Resolution
- Stress Management
- Short term counseling
- Self-esteem
- Relationships
- Personal issues
Group sessions such as: bereavement & transition
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