The School Counseling Theme of the month is CITIZENSHIP.
CITIZENSHIP can be defined as respectful devotion or allegiance to one's country and/or school.
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11th Grade - COLLEGE APPLICATION WORKSHOP
On March 5th, we are happy to host our most popular and best attended event, second only to the college fair!
Juniors and their parents attend TOGETHER and bring their charged, MW chromebook.
Students are advised to create a personal (not MW) email address that you may wish to reserve only for your college/scholarship applications. Bring that with you to the workshop as well.
Our event includes informational segments followed by "working pauses" to complete starter tasks and acquaint students and parents with 4-year college application essentials such as:
creating your Common Application account
highlighting application essentials in Naviance
visiting the SUNY website
learning essential MW application procedures
We look forward to seeing all our "smart cookies" at this popular event.
SENIORS: Mid-Year Grade Requests
If a college requires mid-year grades, you must complete a MID-YEAR REQUEST FORM.
Without the form, no S1 grades or reports will be sent. Mid-years will be available/sent about the 3rd week of February.
You may check the live status updates of all "Office Materials" in your Naviance account, in the "Colleges I'm Applying To" table.
SAT/ACT Resources
Many colleges are test optional, meaning test scores are not required for admission. Strong SAT or ACT scores however, can be a good supplement to your college applications or a required piece of scholarship applications. If you're looking to complete an SAT and/or ACT this spring, now is the time to register! Check out their websites to learn testing dates and locations, then register.
The pencil and paper ACT
will be administered on Saturday, April 11
The digital SAT
will be administerd at MWHS on Saturday, June 6
Students interested in using their testing accommodations must apply to the appropriate testing agency and be approved by the agency to use accommodations. Having an IEP or 504 plan does not automatically grant accommodations on these exams. ACT exams allow students to make request accommodations during registration. SAT exams require students to complete and submit the Consent Form for Accommodations Request . Your school counselor can help answer questions.
Scheduling Meetings - Happening NOW
Our school counselors are now in the second phase of 26-27 scheduling and are meeting individually with students. All students in grades 9–11 are encouraged to sit down with their counselor for an exploratory conversation about future plans, ensuring course selections align with long-term goals and NYSED graduation requirements.
This individual meeting is an important opportunity to review academic progress, discuss career and college interests and confirm that each student is on track for graduation.
🚨 All students in grades 9–11 must meet with their counselor by April 24th.
🚨 The deadline to complete your meeting is April 24th.
Students may use the Google Calendar link shared by the Counseling Department to schedule an appointment. Alternatively, stop by your counselor's office for assistance scheduling time your during lunch or study hall. The final day to meeting with your counselor is April 24th! Students who choose not to meet with their counselor will have courses selected for them, including electives. Remember change options are very limited in the fall. Stop in to take an active role in your scheduling next year.
Easy Login to Naviance
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.
Official GPA & Rank
Official GPA & Rank
After all summer school grades are finalized work can begin to calculate official GPA and rank for our current seniors
The final, seven semester rank was computed at the end of the first semester. This provides the final decision for valedictorian, salutatorian and the top 25. The School Counseling Department has been sending mid-year reports since February with mid-year transcripts as directed by students who submit mid-year request forms. Final rank will not be shared with members of the senior class until the honor graduates/top 25 are announced by administration in March or April.
COLLEGE SPORTS & NCAA
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
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 will be sent home to all seniors with either a 504 or IEP around 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.
SCHOOL COUNSELING TEAM
Counselor Check-in
Counselor Check-in
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.
Find your counselors in their respective house office. School psychologists, social workers, student assistance counselors, speech therapists and assistant principals are also in house offices.
Not sure who your counselor is? In you portal, click on Forms -> additional student informaiton -> find your counselor's name. You're also welcome to stop into your house office and ask a secretary.
House A
House A
Mrs. Susan M. Alicea, Chairperson
Ms. Gambino
Mrs. LaMontanaro
House B
House B
Mr. Oakes
Mrs. Pelsue
House C
House C
Mrs. Ruby Alicea
Mr. Diaz
Ms. Jerez
House D
House D
Mrs. Hogaboom
Mr. Willams
Please Note: Counselors in BOLD have students in multiple houses.
IMPORTANT DATES
MARCH
Mar 12 - BOCES Campus make-up visit
Mar 5 - Junior Class: College Application Workshop
All students in grades 9-11: please see your counselor to complete your course scheduling appointments.
APRIL
Apr 1-3 - Post HS planning lessons in all 11th grade English classes
Apr 24 - Last day for grade 9-11 Individual course scheduling appointments
Apr 14- Rockland Community College Instant Admission day
Apr 15 - SUNY Orange Instant Admission day
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