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Below are the annual activities counselors do with each grade level by month. Please note, students and families have access to counselors for questions or support beyond what’s listed below.
For all students throughout the year:
If a student is struggling academically, counselors may meet with students or contact home. If graduation is at risk for any grade level due to grades, credits, or behavior, communication with parents/guardians will take place through email, phone, or meetings.
If a student is struggling with a social/emotional concern, counselors will meet with students and contact home if needed. Counselors will provide resources or make referrals to in school supports including Student Assistance Counselors or the BRIDGE program, or, make recommendations for outside services if appropriate.
For questions about career/college planning, students can email or meet with counselors as needed in addition to the meetings and events already offered. Please email your counselor or stop by SPS to make an appointment.
9th Grade
August
Summer Orientation prior to start of 9th grade.
December - January
Introductory meetings, “Freshman Meetings,” begin. All 9th grade students will meet with their counselor to review the Counselor’s role, discuss the student’s transition to high school, academic performance, extracurricular involvement, SchooLinks, and additional resources available.
February - March
English classes come to SPS for individual scheduling meetings. This meeting is used to finalize course selections and discuss the 4 year plan and career planning.
Year long
Academic monitoring and social emotional support. Students can see their counselor by stopping by SPS or emailing them to make an appointment.
10th Grade
September - October
Counselors assist with schedule/level changes.
February - March
English classes come to SPS for individual scheduling meetings. This meeting is used to finalize course selections and discuss the 4 year plan and career planning.
Year Long
Academic monitoring and social emotional support. Students can see their counselor by stopping by SPS or emailing them to make an appointment.
11th Grade
September - October
Counselors assist with schedule/level changes.
January
Counselors host small group career and college planning presentations to all juniors. The “Junior Post High School Planning Sessions.” Students are again introduced to SchooLinks and encouraged to explore the resources available for post high school planning. These presentations review the options they have after high school, how students can find their best fit, and resources to find colleges or careers. Students also get access to a junior career and college planning google classroom.
February - March
English classes come to SPS for individual scheduling meetings. This meeting is used to finalize course selections and discuss the 4 year plan and career planning.
Year Long
Academic monitoring and social emotional support. Students can see their counselor by stopping by SPS or emailing them to make an appointment
12th Grade
September - October
Counselors assist with schedule/level changes.
October
Common App workshops are offered to students during lunches over a few days for application help.
October - December
Counselors host individual “Senior Meetings” for all seniors. These meetings entail discussing the senior’s plan for after high school, the college application process if applicable, and any further student or counselor responsibilities in the path to pursue their plan. Counselors will also be sending out college application materials for students during this time. Counselors write a counselor letter of rec for each student if applicable.
February
Once MP 2 and Semester 1 grades are finalized, counselors send Mid year transcripts for students in SchooLinks.
March - April
Host as-needed meetings for students who want to discuss their post high school options, discuss financial aid, etc.
March - April
SBHS Local Scholarships are available for students to apply for.
May - June
Counselors host “Senior Exit Meetings” with all seniors. This meeting serves to review final graduation requirements, confirm their plans for after high school i.e. college they are attending or alternative, receive their Cumulative Records Folder, and complete the Senior Exit Survey in SchooLinks.
June
Conduct final grade checks/review and assist with cap/gown distribution and graduation.
Year Long
Academic monitoring and social emotional support. Students can see their counselor by stopping by SPS or emailing them to make an appointment.
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