Guidance Counselor
Comprehensive Support for Student Success

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Here are a list of services students can expect to receive from our counseling department:

  • Academic Advising: Counselors help students select courses that align with their academic goals, meet graduation requirements, and prepare for college or career pathways.
  • College and Career Planning: They assist students in exploring post-secondary options, providing guidance on college applications, scholarships, and career interests.
  • Personal and Social Support: Counselors offer support for personal and social challenges, helping students navigate issues such as stress, peer relationships, and family dynamics.
  • Crisis Intervention: In times of crisis, counselors provide immediate support, connect students with resources, and help manage situations that may affect their well-being.
  • Goal Setting and Planning: They work with students to set short- and long-term goals, develop action plans, and monitor progress to stay on track academically and personally.
  • Advocacy and Mediation: Counselors advocate for students’ needs, mediate conflicts, and facilitate communication between students, parents, and teachers.
  • Test Preparation and Administration: They assist with standardized test preparation, inform students about testing dates, and coordinate the administration of exams such as the SAT, ACT, and AP tests.
  • Individual and Group Counseling: Counselors provide one-on-one and group sessions to support students’ mental health, emotional well-being, and personal growth.
  • Connecting Students to Resources: They help students access additional support services, including tutoring, mentorship programs, and community resources.
  • Dual Enrollment Guidance: Counselors assist students in navigating dual enrollment opportunities, helping them understand course options, manage college application processes, and ensure credits align with high school and college requirements.