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June 2023 - Counselors' Corner
As we head towards summer vacation, here's some information to help you wind down the school year and prepare for the next.
Senior Parents
Remember that as your student turns 18, they are no longer a minor; your child is an adult in the eyes of the law. This also means your legal right to access their protected medical, financial, and academic records comes to an abrupt halt, regardless of whether they are still in high school or covered by your health insurance plan. Parents who wish to continue providing support in case of emergency should take action, especially if they are sending a child off to college. Here is a good site to offer more information.
All graduating seniors who will enter college in the fall of 2023 must send their final transcript to their college since the colleges require final proof of graduation and want to see final grades.
Pro-Tips! There are several presentations from The Family Center that may be very helpful for parents of seniors to check out as their child officially becomes an adult and maybe living away from home
● Beyond Your Reach: Documents you Need When Your Child Turns 18 Once your child turns 18, they have reached the “age of majority,” and he or she is considered an adult. Information regarding your child’s health, finances, and education will not be disclosed to anyone without their written consent, including their parents. In the unanticipated situation where your child is incapable of making decisions on their own, you will be barred from making them on their behalf, including medical decisions. Certain legal documents must be put in place to designate you as your child’s legal representative. We discuss which documents you should consider having in place on your child’s 18th birthday to ensure that you have the authority to make health care and financial decisions on their behalf and to access the educational records.
● College Launch to Empty Nest Transitions with Mary Petersen, LMSW, ACSW
● Staying Safe Without the Safety Net Presented by Sharman Davenport, CEO of
Turning Point, Inc. One in three adolescents in the U.S. is a victim of physical, sexual, emotional, or verbal abuse from a dating partner, a figure that far exceeds rates of other types of youth violence. This presentation explores how important it is for teens to understand the importance of safety measures, clear communication, and consensual relations from a male and female perspective, especially when they leave home for college.
● Student Perspectives Panel A Family Center "Ask the Experts" presentation featuring current and former college students offering insight on college life and this big life transition leaving home. The panelists answer questions about things they wish they had known/done, things that surprised them, how the transition went, etc.
Junior college to-dos
● Work on developing a list of colleges or trade schools to visit.
● Consider creating a Common App account.
● IF a college you are applying to requires a letter of recommendation, remember to ask in person, followed up by an electronic request in Naviance. Always be sure to send a handwritten thank-you note to the teacher.
All Students
Summer School is an opportunity to earn credit for classes or replace a low grade. Many core academic courses are available. Reach out to your student’s counselor if you would like to explore options.
We are almost there! Summer is a fantastic opportunity to relax and recharge and enrich and experience. Many summer programs are available to students on college campuses, from community colleges to elite universities. We have included many on our weekly e*blasts, but even a basic Google search will return massive results. Go. See. Do. And have a lovely summer!
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