College Counselling at IICS
Secondary Counsellor Introduction
Dear IICS learners,
My name is Michelle Mi, and I am delighted to work at IICS as a College Counsellor. In this position, I look forward to creating a supportive counseling environment for our learners regarding their post-secondary pathways.
I moved to Istanbul with my husband and our eleven-year-old son, who is also enrolled in IICS as a seventh grader. Before Turkey, I worked as a University and Careers Guidance Counselor at international schools in Zambia, Bangladesh, and my home country, China. I cherish the opportunity to join the IICS community and explore the country.
As an educator, I always believe all learners are unique and have the potential to become lifelong learners, especially in a friendly and welcoming place. I look forward to a great year!
Kind regards,
Michelle Mi
IICS College Counsellor
IICS College Counselling Office
At the IICS College Counselling office,
-I offer the "Open-door" policy in my office. Learners are most welcome to reach out to me via email or meetings.
-I meet secondary learners regularly through CORE Studies and Guidance Classes, individual meetings, group sessions, etc.
-I provide recommendations in regard to DP/HSD course choices.
-I support secondary learners in navigating their post-secondary plans.
-I help learners with their university application processes.
-I create an accessible resource bank for secondary learners, including the college handbook (in progress), useful weblinks, PowerPoints, application platforms, etc.
-I aim to establish a network with university representatives.
-I sent the supporting documents to universities/colleges, including transcripts, predicted grades, and recommendation letters. school profile.
It is your responsibility to
-Make a decision on your post-secondary plan.
-Research the universities and create the university list.
-Finish your university applications, including writing the essay and/or personal statement, requesting reference letters from your subject teachers and secondary counselor, and providing relevant supporting documents.
-Meet the university entry requirements, such as your academic performance and co-curricular involvements.
-Meet the deadlines.
-Accept your offer(s).
