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Freshman year and beyondCHS Counselors

+Counselors

Emry: A-E last names

McKedy & Schiewe: F-M

Menolascina: M-R

Coupe: S-Z

+Counselors – What we do

Work with students in a variety of areas Stress Family/friend concerns Classroom support Graduation Tracking – Transcripts Scheduling Post Graduation planning Co-curricular support

+Create the life you want

Spend a few minutes thinking about your future. Discuss with a partner: What are some things you’d need to make that happen? How can you get there? What is standing in your way?

+Barriers to School Success

Things that get in your way either at school, at home, or anywhere else which limits your maximum potential

Some we won’t focus on today Physical and Mental health issues Drug or alcohol use Family or home problems Relational stress or issues

Bring issues like this to your counselor for support

+Communication

Speaking directly to teacher Ask for time that they can meet to talk Make appointment Show up on time Discuss the concern Ask questions until you get the help you need Rephrase their answer to check for clarity Follow up with them later

Emailing Teachers email addresses are available on Student Vue

Use same process with a back and forth conversation

+Practice

With a partner, take turns being the teacher and the student Use the steps as a guide

Ask for time that they can meet to talk Make appointment Show up on time Discuss the concern Ask questions until you get the help you need Rephrase their answer to check for clarity Follow up with them later

+Class Grades

Accessing Student Vue Current Grades Attendance Records Class Websites Calendar

Sign up if you need a Student Vue access, and the counseling department will get you a copy soon

+Student View

Elmira Eaglette

+Failing Classes

Makes it harder to graduate on time

Will have to retake the class again if required Summer School Credit Recovery

Can lead to exclusion from sports/clubs

+Senior Statements to Freshmen

+Achieving School Success

Passing Classes

Attending > 95%

After School Programs SUN Classes Sports

Eligibility Requirements

Community Service

Schedule time with Counselors

Meet regularly with teachers

+Goals for the future

College and Career Readiness Career information and planning during Tech Apps and Tech Apps

2 Honors Diploma Honors Classes College NOW TRIO

CPC’s Seniors who are ready to guide you toward your future plans Can share information about

SAT/ACT – college entrance exams Scholarships for college Armed Services

+Come see us

Come find a time to meet with your counselor about anything we discussed today.