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Rochester High Counseling DepartmentMrs. O'Toole-Seyka A to BQ
Ms. Kinney BR - DA Ms. Caggins DB - H Mr. Green I - MON Ms. Sorentino MOO - SE Mrs. Messing-Mirabito SF - Z Kathy Karwacki - Secretary 248-726-5407 Karen Garr - Registrar 248-726-5427 |
Rochester Community Schools' Counseling Mission Statement
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The Mission of the Rochester Community Schools guidance counselors is to provide a comprehensive program of counseling and guidance services to all students. Designed to meet the developmental needs for academic planning, along with personal and social growth, this program assists students in their pursuit of rewarding educational and career goals and positive life choices.
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COUNSELORS MEET WITH SENIORS
On Friday September 6th, counselors will meet with the class of 2020 to review the college application process, how to send a high school transcript to a university and how to send standardized test scores. Each senior will meet with their counselor individually over the next few weeks to discuss the process, answer any questions and give guidance. Please discuss with your child what assistance they need.
Click here to view the presentation materials reviewed with seniors on how to apply to colleges
Click here to view the presentation materials reviewed with seniors on how to apply to colleges
How to Request your Transcript
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NEED MONEY FOR COLLEGE?
Click on this link to access the counseling website for all the up to date information on the scholarships we know about at this time. |
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New Student Meet & Greet
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New Student Meet and Greet will be hosted on Thursday, September 12th during 2nd hour. New students to RHS will receive a pass in their first hour class. New students will have the opportunity to meet their counselor and other students new to the school. Fun and snacks will be provided.
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Freshman Meetings
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Freshman meetings will be held through your child’s Science class. Counselors will be meeting with freshman on September 17th hours 4-6 or September 18th hours 1-3, depending on when your child has Science. Counselors will discuss transitioning to high school, review transcripts and graduation requirements, four year plans and other helpful information for those just starting high school.
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Attention Grades 9-12
College Night is Coming to Rochester Community Schools in October
You are invited to Rochester Community Schools’ Annual
College Night Program hosted this year by Rochester High School .
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2019 6:00 – 7:30 P.M.
College Night Program hosted this year by Rochester High School .
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2019 6:00 – 7:30 P.M.
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PSAT/NMSQT for Juniors on October 16, 2019
The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is a standardized test administered by the College Board and cosponsored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) in the United States. Approximately 3.5 million students take the PSAT/NMSQT each year. The scores from the PSAT/NMSQT are used to determine eligibility and qualification for the National Merit Scholarship Program.
When you take the PSAT/NMSQT, you’re automatically screened for the National Merit® Scholarship Program, an academic competition for recognition and scholarships.
For more information, visit NMSC's website or see the Official Student Guide to the PSAT/NMSQT or the Guide to the National Merit® Scholarship Program (for educators). The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) is a cosponsor of the PSAT/NMSQT.
Juniors will be taking the PSAT at Rochester High the morning of Oct. 16th with the pre-administration on Oct. 10th during 3rd hour. All juniors should plan on attending school both days.
CollegeBoard has shipped to us Student Guides that have PSAT/NMSQT information, test taking advice and tips and an official practice test. These will be distributed through Government and Econ classes. If you child is not in one of these classes, they can pick up a student guide in the counseling office.
When you take the PSAT/NMSQT, you’re automatically screened for the National Merit® Scholarship Program, an academic competition for recognition and scholarships.
For more information, visit NMSC's website or see the Official Student Guide to the PSAT/NMSQT or the Guide to the National Merit® Scholarship Program (for educators). The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) is a cosponsor of the PSAT/NMSQT.
Juniors will be taking the PSAT at Rochester High the morning of Oct. 16th with the pre-administration on Oct. 10th during 3rd hour. All juniors should plan on attending school both days.
CollegeBoard has shipped to us Student Guides that have PSAT/NMSQT information, test taking advice and tips and an official practice test. These will be distributed through Government and Econ classes. If you child is not in one of these classes, they can pick up a student guide in the counseling office.
FAFSA - Paying for College
Reminder to Seniors
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Senior: Please remember to turn in your diploma form and a copy of your birth certificate to Mrs. Garr in the counseling office.
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College Admissions Exams
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SAT Quick Facts
Frequency 7 times/year Duration 3 hours, 50 minutes Sections Math, Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, Optional Essay Cost $46-$60 Max. Score 800/section (Essay reported separately) Avg. Score Score information not available |
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ACT Quick Facts
Frequency 6 times/year Duration 3 hours, 3 hours 40 minutes including essay Sections English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing Cost $46-$62.50 Max. Score 36 Avg. Score 21 |
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September is National Suicide Prevention Month.
All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness.
