COUNSELOR'S CORNER FEBRUARY 2025
As we wrap up an incredible year at Audubon Jr.-Sr. High School, the School Counseling Department is proud to celebrate the many accomplishments of our students and school community. From administering the PSAT, NJGPA, and NJSLA to overseeing 133 AP exams, it’s been a year of academic milestones. We’re especially proud that students earned over 400 college credits through Camden County College’s Dual Credit Program! In addition to hosting college and career events, facilitating college visits, and recognizing our Students of the Month, counselors partnered with families on course selection, graduation planning, scholarships, and emotional wellness. With over 9,000 student check-ins this year, we remain deeply committed to being present, supportive, and accessible to every student.
As we cheer on our graduating seniors and look ahead to a strong start for our rising ones. Counselors recently visited our Junior English Classes encouraging students to use the summer for visiting college campuses (virtually or in person), building a strong college list, preparing for or take the SAT/ACT, work on a résumé of extracurriculars and accomplishments, and consider engaging in meaningful activities—like volunteering, a job, or a summer program—that reflect their interests and build their college-ready skills. Whether students are moving on to new adventures or recharging for the next chapter, we wish everyone a joyful, safe, and inspiring summer.
The Counseling Department is here to help—and we look forward to another year of growth and success together!
College Board SAT
College Board SAT Suite of Assessments shares information about the SAT, which is designed to assess a student's academic readiness for college. It provides a path to opportunities, financial support, and scholarships, in a way that's standardized, in an effort to provide equal opportunities for all students. Below is more information:SAT Dates and Deadlines
- SAT Practice Tests
- SAT - Most students take it for the first time during the winter or spring of junior year and possibly a second or third time during the fall of their senior year.
- SAT Fee Waiver - Free/Reduced Lunch students are eligible for SAT fee waivers. Using a SAT fee waiver serves as a springboard to qualify the student for college application fee waivers. See your counselor for more details.
- College Board Services for Students with Disabilities- Students with disabilities may submit a request. Consent Form for Accommodations Request
ACT
ACT is a nationally administered, standardized paper-and-pencil test that helps colleges evaluate candidates. Colleges accept ACT or SAT scores interchangeably, which means you have the opportunity to decide which test you would prefer.
- Register for the ACT Test - Dates & Deadlines
- Free ACT Test Prep
- ACT Fee Waiver Eligibility Requirements - For Free/Reduced Lunch students.
- ACT Requesting Accommodations - Students with disabilities may submit a request. Consent to Release Information to ACT - For parents to sign and return to their school counselor.
Student-athletes in the 11th grade who are hoping to play at the NCAA Division I or II levels in college must register with the NCAA Eligibility Center. All student-athletes must register with the NCAA Eligibility Center prior to making any official school visits or receiving a written offer of athletically related financial aid with “D-I” or “D-II” colleges. You can register with the NCAA Eligibility Center. Senior athletes who have not already done so, should register immediately
The Audubon School District partnered with Care Solace to support the well-being of students, staff, and their family members. Care Solace is a complimentary and confidential care coordination service that can help you quickly find mental health or substance use treatment options matched to your needs regardless of circumstance. If you would like to use Care Solace to help you find a provider:
Call 888-515-0595 available 24/7/365 in any language.
Visit https://caresolace.com/site/apsd/ and either search on your own OR click “Book Appointment” for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.
NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
In this guide, a family can find out more information on how to apply for food, income and employment assistance, as well as health care and much more. A caregiver can get information on support programs and services to assist them in caring for their loved ones. Individuals with disabilities and their families can get information on various services that include in-home supports, vocational rehabilitation, and education.
When people call, text, or chat with the 988 Lifeline, they are connected to trained crisis counselors who are part of the existing 988 Lifeline network, made up of over 200 local crisis centers. These crisis counselors are trained to provide free and confidential emotional support and crisis counseling to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress and connect them to resources. These services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, across the United States.
