School Counseling
The Office of School Counseling assists students individually with academic, college/ career planning, and personal needs. In addition, counselors conduct classroom presentations to provide students with information necessary for college preparation.
Appointments with Counselors Students may meet individually with counselors in three ways: • A student may schedule a meeting in the appointment book in the Office of School Counseling. The student receives an eHallpass at the appropriate time and shows the teacher of the affected mod at the beginning of the class period. • Counselors schedule at least one College Readiness appointment per year for every student in grades 9-12. The student receives an eHallpass at the appropriate time and shows the teacher of the affected mod at the beginning of the class period. If the time is inconvenient due to a test, class project, or other conflict, it is the responsibility of the student to inform the Office of School Counseling and reschedule the appointment. After the third unsuccessful attempt to meet with a student, it becomes the responsibility of the student to schedule the College Readiness appointment. • If a student finds it necessary to meet with a counselor on short notice or for an emergency, the student requests an eHallpass from a teacher and reports to the Office of School Counseling.
COLLEGE EXPLORATION, SCHOLARSHIPS Students are encouraged to begin the college exploration process early in the high school career. College applications are filed at the beginning of the senior year. There are numerous ways to explore college options as outlined below:
College Counseling Programs Evening programs, which provide great insight into succeeding in high school and college, are held each year for students and parents. These presentations focus on different important aspects for each grade level, and we encourage our families to attend each year. Points of emphasis include the following: Freshmen
Transitioning to high school, refining study skills
Sophomores Researching college majors and careers, beginning the college search Juniors
Focusing the college search, preparing to find the right fit
Seniors
Applying to college; applying for scholarships
College Search Program Each student in grades 9-12 is trained to use the web-based program, Naviance. This program is available to students both at school and at home and provides information on colleges, careers, and majors. The web address is https://student.naviance.com/ bishopkenny and the site can also be accessed via the Bishop Kenny website. After taking the PSAT in the 9th grade, all BK students also gain access to the College Board web-based program which provides information regarding colleges, careers, and majors.
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