Counseling Staff Updates

Important Dates

College/Post-Secondary

Guidance

Contact Information

Resources

Welcome to our new School Counselor, Mrs. Joanna Schlottman (A-G)

Welcome to our new Counseling Secretary, Ms. Kelly Shade

• 10/5-10/6: Homecoming
• 10/9: NO SCHOOL for students, inservice for staff
• 10/11: 9th grade BCTC East visit 8:45-10:15
• 10/12: PSAT/NMSQT (DATE CHANGE)
• 10/20: OVHS College and Career Fair
• 10th grade MANDITORY
• 11-12th: Optional, but encouraged
• 10/21-10/31 Red Ribbon Week
• 10/26: Financial Aid Night
• 10/27: Marking Period 1 ends
• 10/28: ACT
• 11/2: Junior Parent Night

There are many college admissions representatives visiting OVHS this fall. Students interested in meeting with admissions counselors must sign up in Naviance. Follow the steps below:

• Login to Naviance

• Scroll to “What’s new” - bottom right hand corner

• View list of schools visiting OVHS

• Click on “more info”

• Click on “register” to sign up

Students will receive a pass in their 1st period class on the day of the rep visit. We encourage you to regularly check Naviance for College Rep Visit updates.

October Dates and Times

Link for Upcoming Rep Visits during the 2023-2024 year: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1kLWrT6qPEDlItx-Taq7CLHZFVAgHHn0kr35gfpeVsxg/edit?usp=sharing

AP Exams

AP Invoices have gone home with students. Payment is due by Monday, October 16th to the Guidance Office by check or through the MySchoolBucks account.

Please take note of the following dates for the 2023-24 AP exams. All students taking an AP course must take the corresponding exam.

Please do not schedule any educational trips, routine medical appointments, or any other non-emergency event during your student's assigned AP exam date.

5/6 AM: AP US Government

5/7 AM: AP Human Geography

5/7 PM: AP Statistics

5/8 AM: AP English Literature

5/8 PM: AP Computer Science A

5/9 AM: AP Environmental Science

5/9 PM: AP Psychology

5/10 AM: AP US History

5/13 AM: AP Calculus AB & BC

5/13 PM: AP Precalculus

5/14 AM: AP English Language

5/14 PM: AP Physics C: Mechanics

5/15 PM: AP Computer Science Principles

5/16 PM: AP Biology

https://drive.google.com/file/d/13rEAjjQdaNFt2oPRKdvA5cPSqMH70qY5/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sxgMR-r8v6h12j629oaaKk70XHwCdois/view?usp=sharing

This year, RACC and Alvernia DE tuition is eligible for reimbursement.

The deadline to request reimbursement for Alvernia is October 31, 2023.

The deadline(s) to request reimbursement for RACC are December 1, 2023 for Fall courses and May 1st for Spring Courses.

More information can be found in the Counseling office.

PSAT - DATE CHANGE for 2023

PSAT/NMSQT Information - On THURSDAY October 12, 2023, all 10th grade students and any registered 11th graders will take the PSAT assessment during the school day. PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A DATE CHANGE.

CollegeBoard is transitioning most of their assessments to a digital format and that this PSAT assessment will be given digitally ~ any student taking the assessment should bring their school-issued laptop to the assessment fully charged.

The SAT registration can be found at: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/registration/dates-deadlines

The ACT registration can be found at: https://787d.edulnk.com/e/zetb0/RvBUkx?__$u__

2023-2024 test dates: https://787d.edulnk.com/e/zetb0/HuPfD5?__$u__

https://drive.google.com/file/d/199Xpjx4yVvlLVqEeNKIDzDkZippuMaPI/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jhPRuGB22RyDOgZjNP6EPunBAXTtPgsf/view?usp=sharing

The Berks County Regional College Fair will be held on Wednesday, October 4th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The College Fair is free and open to all high school students.

Please sign up for a barcode at www.StriveFair.com.
Show your barcode to colleges who will scan it to send you more information about their schools. The day after the fair, you will receive a report with information about each college that you allowed to scan your barcode.

Location: Albright College, Bollman Gym, Schumo Center

North 13th and Bern Streets, Reading, PA.
Parking will be available in the Shirk Stadium Lot (located beside #35 on the campus map).

For more information: https://www.pacac.org/index.php?option=com_jevents&task=icalevent.detail&evid=73

Freshman Meetings

During the month of October, counselors will be meeting with all Freshman to discuss the transition to High School, available resources, and expectations.

Senior Meetings

Throughout the month of September, counselors met with seniors to review post secondary planning, assist in college applications, and answer any questions students may have. Please remind your senior student that colleges can ask to review current grades and may rescind admission should students not continue on their previous academic path. Senior year grades are important!

Transcript Request Form: Seniors, you must complete this for for EACH college you want transcripts to be sent to:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1PU3QcztJDJ_imaa1RPho4OFtYGww0arLORtwFVAMDxQ/edit

BCTC Visit: OVHS Counselors will be taking any interested 9th grade/new student over to visit TWO BCTC programs at the East Campus (in Oley) during the morning of Wednesday, October 11th. Students will need to sign up for the trip in advance and select the two programs they wish to visit. A signed parent trip permission form is required for attendance. Linked here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13WJ81LsIFsZxBUHI70JvAs55Q4i1jgHH/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=107038563697434001922&rtpof=true&sd=true

Students should sign up using the google form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnowwo9Ndm8Mhz8DQRM7_VcrqkB_6tQ5jrF_pcMJXKGrLgaA/viewform

BCTC Application Info: 2024-2025 Berks Career and Technology Center applications will open on Monday, October 16, 2023. If your child is interested in applying to BCTC, please encourage them to attend the East Campus visit on 10/11/23 or one of the Open House events offered by BCTC.

During the fall semester, Berks Career and Technology Center will be holding Open House events on the following dates:

East Campus Fall Open House - Wednesday 11/01/2023 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

West Campus Fall Open House - Wednesday 11/08/2023 from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

After-School Tutoring will be available after school Monday through Thursday from 2:45 PM - 3:45 PM in the High School Library. No need to sign up in advance. All are welcome.

Oley Valley High School Counselors are excited to meet with all Junior (Class of 2025) parents during the evening of November 2nd, 2023 starting at 6:30 PM. This event is IN-PERSON

During this event, the OVHS Counselors will review with parents the information presented to students during their Junior year. Topics include:

Post-Secondary Options

SAT vs. ACT vs. Test Optional

Naviance Tools Overview

College Visits and Important Questions to Ask

College Application Process

Senior Year Timeline

First-time (or if it has been awhile since you've had one) Junior parents are highly encouraged to attend. No Pre-Registration Required.

Mrs. Joanna Schlottman- Students Last Names A-G - jschlottman@ovsdpa.org

Mrs. Andrea Freese - Students Last Names H-P - afreese@ovsdpa.org

Ms. Kristina Angstadt - Students Last Names Q-Z - kangstadt@ovsdpa.org

Kelly Shade- Counseling Secretary kshade@ovsdpa.org

Website: https://ovhs.oleyvalleysd.org/en-US/counseling-d5c0ce06

Location: 17 Jefferson Street, Oley, PA, USA

Phone: 610-987-4100

Twitter: @OVHSCounseling

12th Annual Ag & Natural Resources Career & Job Fair

The 12th Annual Agriculture & Natural Resources Career & Job Fair on Thursday, November 9th, 2023, from 8:30 am to 11:30 am will be held at a NEW location - Leesport Farmer’s Market (312 Gernants Church Rd, Leesport, PA 19533). The Berks County Department of Agriculture is honored to carry on this annual tradition that was begun by the Berks Agricultural Resource Network (B.A.R.N.).

Students will have the ability to speak with exhibitors who will share their knowledge and enthusiasm for agriculture and its many related industries. It is also an excellent occasion to establish summer internships, job shadowing and volunteering opportunities. This year, they are also branching out to also include a job fair component, so there will be employment opportunities available, as well.

2023 Reading Aviation Career Fair - Saturday October 21st 2023

The Reading Regional Airport and Reading Aero Club will be holding their Second Annual Reading Aviation Career Fair! This event will take place on Saturday October 21st 2023, in the Reading Airport Terminal Building.

High School students can learn more about this year's event by visiting https://www.aviationcareerfair.org. Note that in addition to a broad range of exhibitors, they will have six seminar presentations, pertaining to Public Benefit Flying, Pilot, Air Traffic Control, Aviation Maintenance, and Drone -related topics. They will also have various military and civilian aircraft on-display, performing fly-overs, etc.
Any student planning to attend is encouraged to RSVP below - students that RSVP will be entered into drawings for prizes, such as an airplane ride, swag bags, and VIP Tours / Meet & Greets.

https://www.aviationcareerfair.org/events/reading-aviation-festival-career-fair/form

Reading Hospital asked us to share the following information attached below regarding the 2024 Summer Junior Volunteer Program. Last year, the hospital received an overwhelming amount of youth summer volunteer application and were unable to onboard everyone in a timely fashion. In anticipation of an increase in applications for the summer of 2024, the hospital will be opening the application process in November 2023. If your student is interested in a career in the medical field, we strongly suggest you discuss this opportunity with them before November.

OVHS SAP Team

OVHS SAP Team is accepting referrals for students or their families looking for resources. These resources could be for academic assistance, mental health resources, prevention and education, group or peer support and a wide variety of other needs. Please reach out to our SAP team anytime.

Kidspeace Walk In Service Now Available

KidsPeace now provides free walk-in mental health assessments for both children and adults. The goal of a walk-in assessment is to determine an appropriate level of care and help individuals and families navigate the mental health system. Services are available Monday - Friday from 8 AM to 2 PM at the Berks County Campus in Temple, PA (610) 929- 4670. Please see the flyer below for more information.

Mental Health Resources in Berks County

Please click the link below for a comprehensive list of mental health resources in our area -

https://www.berksiu.org/berks-county-mental-health-resources/

Aevidum Up and Running

Our HS Aevidum Team is active and stronger than ever. Aevidum is a team of students who lead the charge in promoting a positive mental health climate in our school. If any student is interested in joining Aevidum, please see Dr. Berryman or Mrs. Price.