The goals of the School Counseling program are:

• To help students in developing the ability to make decisions regarding personal, social and educational matters.
• To assist parent/guardian(s) in developing skills needed to support the student’s post-secondary enrollment and career exploration processes.
• To support personalized assessment of the educational and career options available to each student.
• To make appropriate referrals concerning community and school resources.
• To assist students, parents and others involved in addressing concerns and issues associated with the classroom and school environment.
• To assist in the implementation of program accommodations granted as part of approved special education Individual Education Plans (IEP) or regular education 504 plans.

The School Counseling program at Longmeadow High School supports the development of each student’s potential by:

• Assisting the student in selecting a course of study to facilitate a successful transition to a post-secondary career and educational opportunities.
• Providing counseling and advising that promotes individual growth and academic success.
• Monitoring student academic progress as necessary.
• Promoting effective communication between students, instructional staff, parent/guardian(s) and administrators.
• Facilitating post-secondary enrollment in colleges and universities through activities such as:
• Advising students on the enrollment decision process including appropriate academic preparation, admission application and testing requirements.
• Assisting students and parent/guardian(s) in accessing the college financing delivery system.
• Acquainting students with organizational tools and resources that support effective research on post-secondary educational options.
• Encouraging the development of good goal setting and decision-making skills.
• Preparing academic credentials required in the admissions process.

School counselors represent Longmeadow High School in numerous professional organizations, activities, and meetings that promote the reputation and visibility of Longmeadow High School particularly in relation to academic standards of excellence and college enrollment.