February 2016-March 2016

COUNSELING

STAFF

Theresa Edmondson

Dept Chair *2232

PATTON COUNSELING

CENTER

Patricia Nazaire *2237

Daniel Zarchin *2236

Kelly Chilakos *2228

Benita Ogburn-McLean

*2226

Brian Wischusen *2224

Rosie Nemes *2222

ANTHONY

COUNSELING CENTER

Shirley Aviles *2027

Mark Kiang *2234

Jennifer Mandell *2450

Shar-Mekka Pernell *2238

Pamela Travis *2227

Dr. Shannon Gutches

(HS Behaviorist *2003)

Betty Snyder *2231

Linda Pols *2024

2/19– SAT Registration deadline for March 5th test

2/20– January 23rd SAT Make-Up Date

2/23– SAT Late Registration deadline for March 5th test

3/4– ACT Registration deadline for April 9th test

3/5– SAT test!! First administration of the NEW SAT**

3/18– ACT Late Registration deadline line for April 9th test

3/25-4/1 SPRING BREAK!! 4/8– SAT Registration deadline for May 7th test

4/9– ACT test!!

4/26– SAT Late Registration deadline for May 7th test

For further info, visit the PHS Counseling Website

http://phs.piscatawayschools.org/counseling

Hip-Hip HOORAY! We are half way through the

2015-2016 academic year! Marking Period 2

grades are available on Genesis for your review. If

you are having trouble accessing your Genesis

account, please contact your child’s Counselor.

Students and Staff are working tirelessly to reach

the school’s goals by the end of the year. Continue

reading to learn all about the exciting programs

and plans the Counseling Dept has in store!

Freshmen & Sophomores

Students, continue to challenge yourself by choosing rigorous classes for next school year. Be sure to talk with your teachers and counselors if you have specific questions about course placement. All inquiries about placement must be directed to the content area teacher and/or department supervisor regarding course recommendations (Contact information is available on the PHS website).

For Summer, jumpstart your search for summer enrichment opportunities such as academic programs, college stay-overs, volunteering positions, internships, or a part-time job. Explore Naviance and talk with your counselor for additional summer program suggestions.

Begin to use Naviance to explore possible college interests. Think about what appeals to you: size, location, major areas of study, etc. Try the ‘SuperMatch’ to filter your interests!

Juniors

Prepare to make your course selections for your senior year. Challenge yourself! Learn more

about advanced classes. Senior year is no time to slow down!

Meet with your counselor or request an appointment if you have questions or would like

additional assistance with college planning in addition to your groups.

Register for the SAT or ACT in the spring of your Junior Year. Register for SAT at

www.collegeboard.com, and for the ACT at www.act.org. Speak with your counselor for more

information or if you think you qualify for a fee waiver.

If you are taking Advanced Placement classes, plan to register for the AP examinations that are

administered in May.

Seniors

Congratulations if you’ve submitted all of your applications! If not, continue to apply as Spring

deadlines are fast approaching! If you are still looking for schools, make an appointment with

your counselor to get some guidance on which schools may have open opportunities.

Start your application for the FAFSA! The FAFSA is completely free, it’s the ‘Free Application for

Federal Student Aid’. Submitting your FAFSA determines how much financial aid (grants,

institutional grants/scholarships, and loans). Every senior should be completing a FAFSA!

Hopefully by this time you’ve ordered your cap and gown, if not hurry! The prices may increase

over time and you want to make sure you’re ready to line up with the rest of the Class of 2016!

Visit gradstyle.com to place your order.

Interested in partaking in senior activities? See your Senior Class Advisors Ms. Kelly Chilakos &

Mrs. Dana Strafer– they can answer your many questions about prom, senior trip, etc.

Academic Groups for 9th & 10th Grade:

Counselors have been meeting in groups with students in need of academic support. Various

topics are discussed and explored including time management, motivation, study skills, and

organization.

Academic & College Preparedness for 11th Grade:

Counselors are running groups with all junior students to discuss various topics including post-

secondary plans, the college admissions process, financial aid/scholarships, NCAA Clearing-

house, as well as SAT/ACT information. Groups meet on a weekly basis in the career center.

College Application and Readiness for 12th Grade:

Counselors are continuously meeting with Seniors to assist in the college application process.

The CCPG Dept sends local scholarships via Naviance on a weekly basis. Additionally, we also

send monthly Scholarship Blasts with lists of various scholarships with upcoming deadlines. (If

you are aware of any local scholarships within the community, please reach out to the CCPG so

that we may forward the opportunities to our students).

2016 Theme: Recipe For Success 1 cup of Personal Best

4 Cups of Effort 3/4 Cup of Communication

1/2 Tbs. of Hard Work 2 Tbs. of Kindness

3 Tbs. of Responsibility Combine all ingredients, add a pinch of fun– ENJOY!

Feb 1-5th the CCPG celebrated with students and staff!