High School Guidance

Mrs. Carr: Secretary  swcarr@bmsd.org

Mrs. Laubenstine: A-G dmlaubenstine@bmsd.org

Mrs. Lantz: H-O allantz@bmsd.org

Mrs. Gross: P-Z sngross@bmsd.org

Upcoming Workshops for Fall 2026 offered through Penn State

All of the workshops listed below will be offered via Zoom. Use the following link or meeting ID to access the Zoom room and participate in the workshop.

Zoom Link: https://psu.zoom.us/j/95875136501

Meeting ID: 958 7513 6501

Goal Setting

Wed. 9/16 at 7pm

You have things in mind that you want to accomplish...but how can you make them come to life? This goal setting workshop is designed to offer practical guidance on how you can create effective, actionable plans to achieve your academic goals.

Study Smarter

Tues. 9/22 AND Mon. 10/12 at 7pm

This Study Smarter workshop introduces research-based learning techniques grounded in metacognition, helping you better understand how you learn. Many students use study strategies that don’t work very well, but these strategies align with how your brain processes and retains information, making your study time more effective.

How to Build Your Dream Team

Thurs. 10/1 at 7pm

When you are making strides towards your goals, it makes a big difference to have people by your side to support you. Learn about what it means to have support from the people you surround yourself with and how to make that positive impact on others.

Improving Concentration

Wed. 10/7 at 7pm

Maintaining your focus during a lecture, while completing assignments, or reading can be challenging sometimes, but we have plenty of techniques to help you stay on track!

Writing a Research Paper

Thurs. 10/22 at 7pm

Many college courses will require you to come up with a thesis, examine credible sources, and write a research paper - without plagiarizing, of course. This makes learning how to write academically and how to cite sources properly very important… and we can help with that!

Active Reading

Tues. 10/27 at 7pm

Do you ever read through a passage only to remember nothing about it right after you’re finished? Learn how to actively and critically engage with what you read, including your own notes from class, through this Active Reading Workshop.

Finals Prep

Tues. 11/3 at 7pm

Want to feel confident going into your final exams? Learn effective study strategies, time management techniques, and test-taking approaches in this Finals Prep workshop.

Maintaining Motivation

Wed. 11/11 at 7pm

Boost your motivation and achieve your goals. This workshop will help you identify what motivates you and develop strategies to move forward when you're feeling stuck.

Please contact Paige Waddell (pmh5261@psu.edu) for more information about these academic skill workshops or any of the other academic support services available to students through Penn State Schuylkill’s Learning Center.