The School Counseling Theme of the month is TOLERANCE.

TOLERANCE can be defined as consideration for the individual differences, views and beliefs of others.

FRESHMEN: 

COME ON DOWN!

School Counselors are still calling in all freshmen to help them learn where we are located, how we partner with students for the duration of their high school experience and how to schedule an appointment. Any freshman who has not met with their school counselor should make their way to their counselor's office. If called down, please come on in! If you receive an email, click your counselor's calendar link to select a time during your study hall or lunch period to come and meet. 


The sooner we can connect, the sooner we can start to put our knowledge and skills to use supporting you in your academic and future goals! Students can click their counselors' name to access their Google Calendar and schedule their own time if they like. If there is not a time listed during the students' study hall or lunch period, stop into their house office to schedule a time that works!

Students! 

Click your counselor's name for their Google Calendar! 


House A: 

Ms. Gambino

Mrs. LaMontanaro



House B:

Mr. Oakes

Mrs. Pelsue



House C:

Mrs. R. Alicea

Mr. Diaz



House D: 

Mrs. Hogaboom



Counselors with students in multiple houses:

Mrs. S. Alicea

Mrs. Jerez

Mr. Williams

The School Counseling Department was graciously hosted for a professional development day at Marist College during the November 7th Superintendent's Conference Day. We attended relevant and informative sessions to help us remain updated in best practices and emerging information regarding: 

10th Grade BOCES Presentations

Presentations to review the diverse CTE program offerings with 10th grade students will be held either December 14th or December 21st (pending BOCES availability) in Global History 10 and 

AP World History classes. Interested sophomores must complete the criteria and visitation pass provided by their teacher for the BOCES campus visit on January 31, 2024. 


Eligible students who decide to pursue a BOCES CTE program for 11th and 12th grade must inform their School Counselor after the visit. Visitation and program acceptance is pending administration approval based on the criteria outlined in the Program of Studies.

Community College 

Instant Admission Week is coming!

Easy Login to Naviance

It is easier and quicker to log into your Naviance account! To explore potential careers, academic majors and the colleges offering a pathway to your future goals, click on the Naviance logo at the bottom of your Google "waffle" menu. 

Mixed Emotions?

Winter and the holiday season can be a wonderful time of year filled with family and creating happy memories. It can also spark feelings of loneliness. Remember in this season of giving to give yourself the space you need and to reconnect with the positive supports you have in your life.


If you or someone you know is in need of extra support, there is help available! TEXT 4 TEENS is a confidential text line for teens and provides information, referrals or just a counselor to chat with.

Text them at 845-391-1000 to get connected.


For immediate mental health support, please contact the Orange County Crisis Call Center (available 24/7) at 311 or dial 911.  


Additional community resources can be found at: https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1578676706/wsk12nyus/ocgzgfn0dvpqdpwlbnmn/OCCountyCrisis247Hotline.pdf 

College Sports & NCAA

Any college bound athlete with goals of playing a Division I or Division II sport must review NCAA guidelines for qualification. The NCAA Eligibility Center has many resources and there is a Guide for the College-Bound Student Athlete that is produced every year for reference. Athletes and families should also attend the NCAA presenation at our College Fair. There is much to learn, so do not wait until senior year to start reading! Some courses at MW do NOT qualify for NCAA credit so it is important to speak openly and often with coaches and your counselor about your plans. While faculty and staff can help share expertise, remember only NCAA can grant eligibility. Keep reading and asking questions to help keep you on the right path. 

ACCES-VR Applications

Adult Career and Continuing Education Services-Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR) services are for individuals with disabilities that interfere with getting or keeping a job or who have difficulty advancing at their job. Information and the application were sent home to all seniors with either a 504 or IEP the second week of October. Only eligible students need apply. An ACCES-VR representative will be in touch with all applicants to review the next steps and the services that may be provided. An email was also sent to all applicable seniors and parents on the evening of September 15, 2023. 

LOOKING AHEAD

December

Freshmen meet & greets with School counselors continue 

Dec 1: ASVAB administration - HS Library

Dec 4 - 7: Community College Instant Admission Week

Dec 6: 9th & 10th grade College Kick-Off Night

Dec 9: ACT administration

Dec 14 or 21 (TBD): BOCES CTE in-class Presentations 

Dec 16: 2nd quarter mid-point/progress reports

Dec 22: MWHS Common Scholarship application opens

January

Jan 9-13: 9th grade Career Pathways in-class lessons


Jan 10-13: Purple Ops - military visits 

Jan 18: 11th grade Post HS Planning Workshop


Jan 26th: END of quarter 2/semester 1

Students partner with their school counselor for the duration of their high school experience. If you have a question or concern, please allow us the courtesy to assist you directly. Counselors are located in each of their respective house offices. 

School psychologists, social workers, student assistance counselors, speech therapists and assistant principals are also in house offices. 

House A

Mrs. Susan Alicea

Ms. Gambino

Mrs. LaMontanaro

House B

Mr. Oakes

Mrs. Pelsue

House C

Mrs. Ruby Alicea

Mr. Diaz

Ms. Jerez

House D

Mrs. Hogaboom

Mr. Willams

Please Note: Counselors in BOLD have students in multiple houses.