John Stark Regional High School
Counseling Center News
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Our Mission
The John Stark Counseling Center will professionally facilitate each student’s academic growth, social/emotional development, and career preparedness through a comprehensive data-driven curriculum, in an empowering environment that is caring and respectful of all in order to graduate self-sufficient, productive, and kind citizens of the world.
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Course Registration for the 2019-2020 School Year
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The Program of Studies for the 2019-2020 school year is now available on our
website
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Counselors will be meeting with students in their English classes on Monday, January 28th to discuss the course registration process and how to begin scheduling classes for the 2019-2020 school year.
It is recommended that students schedule seven classes each semester. They should consult with their teachers regarding which level of courses are appropriate for their level and ability. Teacher signatures for core subjects are required (English, Social Studies, Science, Math, and World Language).
Parent signatures are required on the registration form, indicating that course selections have been reviewed.
Advisors will review course registrations with students on PowerSchool. Registration forms - complete with all required signatures - are due to advisors no later than Monday, February 4th.
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8th Grade Parent Night
Parents and 8th grade students are invited to the 8th Grade Parent Night on
Thursday, February 7th (snowdate, February 14th) at 6:30 pm
at John Stark Regional High School. While parents are meeting with administrators to talk about the JSRHS high school experience and the many opportunities that will be available to their student during the next four years, students will be touring the building with JSRHS Peer Leaders. Please join us and learn about the registration process and other important information needed to assist in the transition from middle to high school. Please contact the JSRHS Counseling office with any questions. 603-529-5306.
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College Overview for Juniors: Applying to College 101
On Thursday,
February 21st,
John Stark will be hosting the NHHEAF Network Organization as they present their annual College Overview for Juniors night. This presentation, which will take place in the John Stark Cafeteria at 6:30 PM, will help guide high school juniors and their families in the beginning stages of their college admission process.
For more information, click here...
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The “How to Adult” presentation during flex on January 29th will welcome Adam Green from the Grappone Automotive Group who will share valuable information about the car buying process. Students can ask their advisor to sign up under “How to Adult” under Zielinski in Room 192 for this important presentation.
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Report cards will be available online through the Parent Portal by February 1st. If you don't have online access, and want a paper copy, please contact the School Counseling Center at 529-5306 or by email at counselingcenter@jsrhs.net.
For more information on the Parent Portal and how to access your student's report card, please see the Powerschool Tech Tips below.
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How Do I...
For access to the Powerschool Parent Portal,
click here
to visit the JSRHS website. If you do not have a Parent Portal account, or can not sign into your parent portal please contact our Registrar, Meghan Haley at 529-5298 or meghan.haley@sau24.org.
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Scholarship Opportunities
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Are you a John Stark Senior looking for scholarship opportunities?
Be sure to log into your Naviance account and check out the available scholarships. Scholarships are added regularly, so be sure to check back for the most up-to-date list.
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McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Act
All school-aged children have the right to attend school no matter where they live. The McKinney –Vento Act was established to assist children who may be experiencing housing difficulties. All school-aged children have the right to attend school no matter where they live.
The McKinney–Vento Act addresses the needs of students and families who lack “ a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence” which includes children and families who live in the following situations...
Click here to read more...
Please contact Denise Getman, Adjustment Counselor, if you have any questions. She can be reached by email at denise.getman@sau24.org or by phone at 529-5306.
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For other family resources and FREE opportunities, please visit the
School Counseling Center page
on the John Stark website and view the selections under "Latest News." This section is updated frequently and provides many great resources for Post Secondary Planning and other opportunities for students/families within John Stark.
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Be sure to check out the School Counseling page on the John Stark website as we continue to update upcoming events, scholarship opportunities, and other resources to continue to guide our students in their post-secondary plans.
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School Counseling Center | 603-529-5306 | guidance@jsrhs.net | www.jsrhs.net
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