Mission Statement

The mission of Hermitage High School Counseling Program is to provide a comprehensive program that will assist all students in their quest to become productive and responsible citizens and life-long learners. The School Counselor will collaborate with all stakeholders to address the social and emotional, academic, and career development of all students. The School Counseling program supports and implements services based on the Henrico Public Schools Learner Profile along with our school’s Core Values: Accountability, Inclusivity, Respect and Resilience.

Vision Statement

The School Counselor will provide an inclusive, supportive, safe, and warm environment to assist all students in academic, career, and social and emotional development and wellness to help reach their potential, becoming life-long learners, and productive citizens who respect themselves and others. We are dedicated to ensuring that students are Life Ready and prepared for the world after graduation.

Beliefs

• We believe that all students have the ability to learn and succeed in the academic setting and future endeavors.

• We believe that all students should have access to a comprehensive school counseling program that is data-driven by school counselors to meet the needs of all students.

• We believe that all students should graduate from Hermitage High School with an option to be enlisted, enrolled or employed.

• We believe that all students regardless of their beliefs, ethnicity, race, gender identification and special needs should take pride in learning from each other and have equitable access to high quality education.

• We believe that collaboration with students, families, teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders are important for the success of all students. 

• We believe that every student will have the ability to develop core values of Accountability, Inclusivity, Respect, and Resilience in preparation for success in their future.