a physical or emotional danger to the student or another person. When the safety of a student is at risk, the confidentiality clause is overridden. For more information, please contact the HS School Counseling Office. University Counseling Program ● ●
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Each student is a unique individual The primary goal in conducting a university search should be finding a best fit, both socially and academically, between the student and a particular university community and program Students will develop the necessary skills to take responsibility for their own decisions and understand how to make complex and important decisions affecting their lives beyond the university admissions process The university admissions process is a student-centered process aimed to build confidence. Each student and their family will be reminded that a person’s sense of dignity and self-worth should not be enhanced nor diminished by a university admission decision The best interests of each student are served through good communication among the student, parents, the school, and the universities
Students Should Expect the Following From Their University Counselor: ● Guide and support throughout the university admissions process ● Assistance in developing a thoughtful and balanced application list of universities ● Clearly identified tasks and deadlines for students and parents/guardians. However, all students are ultimately responsible for knowing their university deadlines. ● Frequent and meaningful communication throughout the university selection process ● A willingness to listen to all questions, ideas, dreams, fears, disappointments and successes University Counselors Should Expect the Following From Their Students: ● Timely attention to all tasks and deadlines ● Honest and open communication. Listen with an open mind, assert yourself and ask questions ● Thoughtful consideration of your university counselor’s recommendations ● A willingness to own the university admissions process by becoming self-sufficient and self-reliant Parent/Guardian Support with the University Process ● Respect your child’s choices and listen with an open mind ● Provide helpful, encouraging and constructive feedback ● Model appropriate behavior – children learn by what they observe
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