Counselors meet with each student to discuss school adjustment, course selection, career exploration and college decision-making. The Guidance Department also employs standardized testing to evaluate students' strengths and weaknesses. Freshman focus is on time management, effective study habits, organizational techniques and adjustment to high school. Sophomore year focuses on an introduction to career exploration through use of the Internet, the Occupational Outlook Handbook and other reference materials as well as workshops which address college and career choices. This process starts upon receiving their College folders in workshops stressing college majors and career choices.
Senior year begins with learning and applying the college admission procedures.
These include writing effective essays, completing college applications, discovering the financial aid process and performing an intensive scholarship search. Guidance Department activities include hosting visits by colleges representatives, Financial Aid Information Nights, Career Day and individual speakers on related topics. Personal counseling is offered on an individual or group basis. Referrals can be made by the student herself, parents, faculty or administration. Referral to outside agencies is available, if a student's issue is determined to be beyond the scope of the Guidance Department.