January 2016
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Rochester High Counseling Department

Mrs. O'Toole-Seyka                   A to Dt
Ms. Caggins                                Du to Gr
Mr. Green                                   Gs to Lo
Mrs. Zotos                                   Lp to R
Mrs. Messing-Mirabito              S to Z

Rochester Community Schools' Counseling mission statement

​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.

American School Counseling Association

Advanced Placement Tests

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For any student that plans on taking an AP test in May of 2016… An AP Test Registration meeting will be held February 2nd at 2pm in the auditorium. Students will be released by PA announcement from their 6th hour. AP Registration will officially open on February 1st. Instructions for registration can be found on the District AP website: http://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/pages/108739/advanced-placement
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Parent Survey

The counselors at Rochester High are committed to delivering information that contributes to positive career, college, and life outcomes. We would like to make sure this information is delivered at a time that benefits the majority of our school community and that it’s communicated effectively. Please take this 5 question survey to help us in evaluating this curricular piece. Thank you.

SURVEY
If your college requests your 7th semester grades, please log onto www.parchment.com and request your "next grading period" transcript be sent to your college.

PSAT Results for Juniors

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PSAT results were available January 7th at www.collegeboard.org.  Students can sign in or create an account to access their scores.  If you need your "access code" please stop by the counseling office.
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Click here for more information 

SAT and PSAT prep

For the first time ever, the creators of the SAT have given Khan Academy exclusive access and advice to build a personalized practice program for anyone, anywhere. 

These tools are free and available now for every student to take ownership of their learning and their future.

  • Get to know the redesigned SAT (March 2016)
  • See personalized practice recommendations
  • Stay on top of important SAT dates and news
  • Practice anytime, anywhere, at no cost

Rochester Community Schools Financial Aid Night at Adams High School

​Want to learn more about the FAFSA? Do you have a senior? Are you looking to borrow money for college? Please attend this informative session about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The presenter will be Greg Little from Baker College. The event will be held at Adams High School on January 16th at 6:30 pm. FASFA is due March 1, 2016.

Suicide Awareness Classroom Presentations

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Counselors have visited the Health and Wellness class to educate students on the signs of suicide. The goal is for students to be able to identify the warning signs of suicide and to tell an adult of they have concerns.

The curriculum used includes The Jason Foundation and Signs of Suicide

                                          Warning Signs

Four out of five teens who attempt suicide give clear warning signs.
Warning Signs of suicidal ideation include, but are not limited, to the following:
  • Talking about suicide
  • Making statements about feeling hopeless, helpless, or worthless
  • A deepening depression
  • Preoccupation with death
  • Taking unnecessary risks or exhibiting self-destructive behavior
  • Out of character behavior
  • A loss of interest in the things one cares about
  • Visiting or calling people one cares about
  • Making arrangements; setting one’s affairs in order
  • Giving prized possessions away

RCS Foundation Scholarship 

The deadline for the RCS scholarship submissions is January 31, 2016.  With more than 54 opportunities available for our high school seniors, we  encourage your child to apply. All opportunities are available in a singular location on our website at:  http://www.rochesterschoolsfoundation.org/.  

Standardized Tests Coming Spring of 2016

Testing Dates

Tuesday, April 12, 2016
There will be no school for 10th and 12th grade students for the full day.
9th grade students will take the required PSAT during a shortened school day, 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
11th grade students will take the required SAT during a shortened school day, 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
​Wednesday, April 13, 2016
There will be no school in the morning for 9th and 12th graders.  Classes will resume in the afternoon.  
10th grade students will take the required PSAT in the morning, and attend afternoon classes following the test.
11th grade students will take the required Work Keys test in the morning and attend afternoon classes following the test.  

Scheduling for the 2016-2017 School Year

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Counselors will begin Scheduling for the 2016-2017 School year. Please talk to your child about options and sign the scheduling card.  If you have questions, please contact the teacher or the counselor. Students will receive their scheduling materials on the following dates.

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​​Thursday, February 04, 2016 - 9th grade Survey
Tuesday, February 23, 2016 - 11th grade Survey
Thursday, March 03, 2016 - 10th grade Survey
Monday, March 14, 2016 - Reuther Survey
Tuesday, March 15, 2016 - West Survey