High School Counseling Center Web Page
518-279-4600 ext. 2406
The High School Counselor functions as a primary student advocate within the school community by challenging, encouraging and supporting students. Counseling Center services include individual and group counseling, conferences with students, parents and faculty, student assessments, college and career information, consultation and coordinating referral services. On a day to day basis we are also available to deal with crisis situations that need immediate attention.
Applications for working papers may be obtained or submitted before or after school. Working cards are usually issued the following day. Students must appear in person to sign their card. Please plan ahead. Occupational Outlook Handbook -Find information about any career Career Browser - Find career ideas to match your interests and abilities What Can I Do With A Major In? - Career ideas relating to college major What Do You Like? - Exploring Career Information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics based on what you like to do. CareerZone - Career exploration information from The NYS Dept of Labor; match your career interests to tasks, skills and knowledge used in various occupations. Military Career Guide - A leading resource for the military world of work
Students and parents are reminded that applications for college and scholarships MUST be submitted to the Counseling Center AT LEAST FIVE SCHOOL DAYS prior to the deadline. This is required due to the individual attention that each application receives. Written requests for transcripts and records must allow for 5 school days processing time. The CEEB code for Tamarac High School is # 335593.
College Matchmaker - Search for a college which meets your criteria. A great site from The College Board. AnyCOLLEGE.com- Where the college search begins. Search by Degree, Major and State. CollegeData- College 411- Find the college that's right for you! College Search - US News and World Report- Find a college to suit your interests CollegeNet - An easy to use tool for college and scholarship searches Select A Campus - This tool by NY Mentor will help you choose which campus best meets your specifications. SUNY - A complete listing of the 64 SUNY campuses
2012 Financial Aid Information Session- Click here for Presentation Students may pick up Financial Aid handouts and resources in the Counseling Center
Start Here, Get There - Financial Aid Awareness 2012 http://www.finaid.org - The most complete Financial Aid site on the Internet.
http://www.hesc.com - New York State Higher Education Service-Your Source for College Financial Aid
The College Board - SAT , SAT Subject Tests and PSAT Information MajorTests.com - SAT practice exams ACT Bulletin Board - ACT Information Kaplan Test Prep - Commercial site for test prep information Regents Exam Prep - Prepare for NYS Regents Exams
COUNSELING CENTER NEWSLETTER - Read the latest information from our monthly newsletter designed for juniors and seniors. Contains timely information, deadlines and tips as well as the most current scholarship information. This is mailed home to allow you and your son or daughter to share and discuss this information. LOOKING AHEAD NEWSLETTER- Our fall newsletter specifically designed for our 9th and 10th grade students! This issue contains information such as "I'm the School Counselor" and "The Road to College and Career Planning" along with tips and other advice for you and your parents. COURSE SELECTION GUIDE - Access the High School Course Selection Guide to use as a reference when choosing your course of studies. This resource outlines high school graduation requirements and provides a description of courses offered in the High School. Study Skills - Help yourself improve your study strategies College Basics - LOTS of help with Essay writing and college application organization Resume Writing - Design a professional resume ADOL - " Family First Aid" A wealth of resources regarding Adolescence NCAA Eligibility Center Online- Important information and registration information for prospective NCAA Division I and II student athletes and their families. Review the List of Approved Core Courses (Tamarac code #335593) and make sure all of your courses are approved for NCAA credit.
Copyright 2000 Patricia Maloney Last Updated-5/10/12 |
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