Counselor Connection

October, 2024

SENIOR NEWS & INFORMATION!

The Guidance Counselors visited all of the English classes during the month of September to give seniors an overview of the College Application process and to discuss Post-Secondary Planning. All seniors should schedule a 1-1 visit with their guidance counselor as a follow up. This includes all seniors, whether they are planning on attending a 4-year college, 2-year college, joining the military or entering the workforce. During the meeting, we will review graduation credits, community service hours and answer any questions regarding the college application process.

Seniors should click the link below to schedule a 30 minute Senior Meeting with their counselor:

- Book an appointment with Mr. Carlon
- Book an appointment with Ms. Raymond
- Book an appointment with Ms. Benard
- Book an appointment with Ms. Goff
- Book an appointment with Mr. Ruuska
- Book an appointment with Ms. Smith

MassEdCO Financial Aid Webinar for Senior Parents/Guardians

Parents and students are encouraged to join MassEdCO for a FAFSA DEMO NIGHT webinar that will take place on October 23, 2024 at 6:00 PM via Zoom. To register click on the link below or use the QR Code on the attached flyer.

The purpose of the webinar is to give students and families an overview of the FAFSA. You will learn the process of the application and answer any questions.

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College Rep Visits for Juniors & Seniors

Seniors and Juniors are encouraged to sign up to meet with college representatives that are scheduled to come to MHS. Students may view the list of colleges by logging into Naviance and registering for the appointment. The visits will take place in the MHS Guidance Office.

October Rep Visits include: (More colleges may be added, be sure to login to Naviance to check for additions!)

Merrimack College - Friday, October 4th, 2024 at 8:30 am

Boston College - Friday, October 4th, 2024 at 9:15 am

Loyola University Maryland - Friday, October 4th, 2024 at 9:45 am

Roger Williams University - Friday, October 4th, 2024 at 12:30 pm

Emmanuel College - Monday, October 7th, 2024 at 8:00 am

Springfield College - Monday, October 7th, 2024 at 9:45 am

University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth - Tuesday, October 8th, 2024 at 8:30 am

Rhode Island College - Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 at 8:00 am

Lasell University - Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 at 8:30 am

Assumption University - Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 at 9:45 am

St. Lawrence University - Tuesday, October 15th, 2024 at 9:45 am

Russell Sage College - Tuesday, October 15th, 2024 at 12:30 pm

Albertus Magnus College - Wednesday, October 16th, 2024 at 8:30 am

James Madison University - Wednesday, October 16th, 2024 at 9:15 am

Florida Southern College - Thursday, October 17th, 2024 at 9:15 am

Sacred Heart University - Thursday, October 24th, 2024 at 9:15 am

American University - Friday, October 25th, 2024 at 9:45 am

Brandeis University - Monday, October 28th, 2024 at 8:30 am

Salve Regina University - Thursday, October 31st, 2024 at 9:45 am

College Planning Night Presentation

On September 19th, the Guidance Department held a College Planning Night for parents, if you were unable to attend please click the link below to view a recording of the presentation. The slide presentation is also available by clicking here. Follow up with your child's guidance counselor with any questions!

College Planning Night Presentation Recording

SAT/ACT Exams

Seniors that are interested in taking the SAT and or ACT this fall should plan to register using the links below.

For a complete list of test registration dates & deadlines and to register for the SAT click here.

For a complete list of test registration dates & deadlines and to register for the ACT click here.

Please note: Any student that has a financial hardship may see their guidance counselor to see if they are eligible for a fee waiver.

JUNIOR NEWS & INFORMATION!

PSAT/NMSQT TESTING

All Juniors will take the PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT/ National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) on Wednesday, October 16th during A & B Blocks. The test which is a College Board standardized test gives students an indication of how they are likely to score on the SAT. The PSAT score report provides in-depth information regarding a student’s strengths and areas for improvement, as well as a customized plan through Khan Academy to strengthen any areas of need.

Students who score well on the PSAT/NMSQT may be eligible to enter the National Merit Scholarship Program and compete for national recognition and a wide variety of college scholarships.

The PSAT/NMSQT will be administered digitally on the student’s MHS Chromebook. Students will need to make sure they come to school that day with a fully charged Chromebook as the exam is 2 and ½ hours long. They will take the exam during the first two blocks of the day and will not be marked absent from their classes.

Click here for detailed information and resources on the PSAT/NMSQT

On the October 2nd early release day, juniors will have an opportunity to login to Bluebook, the College Board’s digital testing application and become familiar with the testing features. They can also do a short or full-length practice test if they so choose. Please contact your child's guidance counselor if you have any questions.

All Juniors will attend an advisory on October 2nd to familiarize them with the format of the PSAT and to login to the Bluebook software. Juniors will receive reminder emails prior to October 16th and should plan to check their email and Guidance Canvas page for room assignments/testing locations.

ALL GRADES NEWS & INFORMATION!

AP Exams

All students enrolled in Advanced Placement (AP) courses will be taking the corresponding exams in May 2025. The exams will be given at Marshfield High School May 5th-16th. The dates/times of each exam along with registration information was mailed home last month and can also be viewed here. The cost of each AP Exam is $99 and is due by Friday, November 15, 2024. Any student that qualifies for reduced/free lunch or is in need of financial assistance should contact their Guidance Counselor directly as a reduced fee may be available to those students.

Please note: All AP Students are reminded that if you drop an AP course after November 15th there will be a $40 fee charged by the College Board.

AP EXAM SCHEDULE

Community Service

All students are required to complete community service hours as a graduation requirement. In order to log completed hours students will need to enter them into the Community Service Tracking Form. Students will enter the hours completed and the contact information for the person that supervised the service hours. Students can access the Google Form by clicking the link below or by logging into the Guidance Canvas Page.

Class of 2025 (Current Seniors): A minimum of 10 hours of community service must be completed before graduation.
Class of 2026 (Current Juniors): A minimum of 15 hours of community service must be completed before graduation.
Starting with the class of 2027 (Current Sophomores & Freshmen): a minimum of 20 hours of community service must be completed before graduation.

Community Service Tracking Form

Academic Support Options for all Students

We are coming up on mid-term grades/progress reports (on October 4), this is a good time for students to utilize the academic supports offered at MHS. Options include:

Math Lab (RM 253) - available from 8:00 am - 2:30 pm on A days and 8:15 am - 2:15 pm on E days

Writing Conference (RM 338) - available every block from Monday - Friday
MAST - After school homework help Mon-Thurs, 2:30-4:00 pm in MHS Library
Staying after school with a teacher - Please make appointment with your teacher in advance

2024-2025 MAST Schedule

FRESHMEN NEWS & INFORMATION

Freshman Parent/Guidance Counselor Meet & Greet

The Guidance Department will host a Freshman Parent/Guidance Counselor Meet & Greet on October 3rd at 6:00 PM in the MHS Library. Parents can meet the counselors and talk about high school transition, in-school supports and much more. We hope to see you there!