Start the year with a translatable, friendly newsletter to introduce the Counseling Dept to all families, so they know how to access your services 🙌

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• Guidance has many events coming up and we look forward to working to seeing you all both in the classroom and individual meetings.

• Guidance will be hosting a field trip to Cape Cod Community College on Friday, December 6th. Please see Ms. Medeiros or Ms. Granville for a permision slip.

• Colleges applications are quickly approaching. For those completing college applications please make sure to check in with your School Counselor!

• Viking Block will continue this month! Students will be able to schedule time on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:45-10:15 with their teachers to work on assignments, get additional help, etc. The dates are as follows: 11/13, 11/14, 11/20, 11/21

• WHS Guidance will be hosting a Financial Aid Planning Night on Monday, November 18th at 6pm. A representative from the Educational Opportunities Center / MEFA will be discussing all things regarding the FAFSA application, paying for Colleges, and understanding the Financial Aid package. Please register using the QR code above!

• We are starting the second quarter. We will be working with students to continue their success and collaborate through any / all classes.

• Job Opportunities / Internships: CYE Internship, Polar Express Train

• Students can now log into PowerSchool using their Gmail account information!

• Be aware of the attendance policy. Students are allowed to have 4 unexcused absences for a semester course and 9 unexcused absences for a full year class. Please see either your Dean or School Counselor with any questions.

• Juniors and Seniors: You have 3 days that you are allowed to go on college / program related visits. Please see your School Counselor regarding this and getting a permission slip.

• MEFA will be hosting multiple virtual events over the year regarding the Financial Aid Process. Please use this link: MEFA Webinars

• The School Adjustment Counselors will be doing Viking Vibe Checks throughout the school year in an effort to support students. Please feel free to reach out to any of the School Adjustment Counselors with any questions.

• Please follow up on Instagram @VikingGuidance with relevant posts and information

• It is your senior year! Guidance will be meeting with all of the seniors to start the post secondary process and seeing which path students want to go on. During these meetings we will discuss logging into Naviance, creating a Common App Account, research programs of interest, asking for Letters of Recommendations, etc!

• Guidance will be hosting a field trip to Cape Cod Community College on Friday, December 6th. Please see Ms. Medeiros or Ms. Granville for a permision slip. They are due no later than November 21st! More information about Cape Cod Community College is below!

• On December 10th we will be hosting an On the Spot Day with Bristol Community College. Please see Ms. Medeiros or Ms. Granville with any questions! More information is above! The list of programs and academics are available below.

• On November 18th Guidance will be hosting a Financial Aid evening with a representative from the Education Opportunity Center. This will be in the Auditorium at 6pm. Please reach out to Ms. Medeiros or Ms. Granville if you are interested!

• SAT Registrations are still available. The next date that will be administered is December 6th. You can register for the exam at collegeboard.org.

• Over 25 Colleges, Programs and Universities will be coming to the High School during Advisory. Please sign up on Naviance or email your School Counselor for more information! The list is included below 👇

• Seniors have 3 days to go on college / program related visits. Please see your School Counselor for more information.

• Viking Block starts this month! You will be able to schedule time on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:45-10:15 with their teachers to work on assignments, get additional help, etc. The dates are as follows:11/13, 11/14, 11/20, 11/21.

• Want to learn more about who needs a Financial Aid ID? Feel free to use this article to answer all of your questions. Who needs a FSA ID?

• MEFA will be hosting multiple virtual events over the year regarding the Financial Aid Process. Please use this link: MEFA Webinars

• Please be on the lookout on the Class of 2025 for deadlines and any upcoming events.

• Welcome to your Junior year. We will be working with you to prepare for the PSATs along with finding courses that relate to your future career path. During your meetings we will be discussing your credits, strengths and relaying any internship / career opportunities.

• Guidance will be hosting a field trip to Cape Cod Community College on Friday, December 6th. Please see Ms. Medeiros or Ms. Granville for a permision slip.

• Over 25 Colleges, Programs and Universities will be coming to the High School during Advisory. Please sign up on Naviance or email your School Counselor for more information! The list is included below 👇

• Juniors have 3 days to go on college / program related visits. Please see your School Counselor for more information.

• PSAT results will be out within the next couple of weeks. Guidance will be coming into the classroom to go over your scores along with next steps!

• Viking Block starts this month! You will be able to schedule time on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:45-10:15 with their teachers to work on assignments, get additional help, etc. The dates are as follows: 11/13, 11/14, 11/20, 11/21

• Please be on the lookout for any updates in the Class of 2026 Google Classroom.

• This year we will be looking at your strengths as a learner and how that can translate into a potential career. We will continue to assist with time management and creating an effective balance.

• Viking Block starts this month! You will be able to schedule time on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:45-10:15 with their teachers to work on assignments, get additional help, etc. The dates are as follows: 11/13, 11/14, 11/20, 11/21

• Dual Enrollment students will be finding out the results of their PSATs within the next couple of weeks. The School Counselors will be coming into the classroom to discuss the results and next steps!

• Please be on the lookout for any updates on the Class of 2027 Google Classroom.

• You are officially in High School! We will be working with you throughout the year assisting in the transition to High School along with helping in the areas of organization, time management, etc. We will also look at personal inventories to identify what kind of learner you are and how you can incorporate this into your classes.
  
• Guidance will be coming into the students' History classes to discuss the transition into the High School and what their pathway looks like over the next four years.

• Viking Block starts this month! You will be able to schedule time on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:45-10:15 with their teachers to work on assignments, get additional help, etc. The dates are as follows: 11/13, 11/14, 11/20, 11/21

• Please be on the lookout for any updates in the Class of 2028 Google Classroom.

• One term down, 3 to go!
• Make sure you are signing up for Viking Block on Enriching Students! This is a time to get extra help and support! If you have questions, check with guidance or your advisory teacher.
• Check PowerSchool for updated grades and talk to your teachers with concerns.
• If you see CP for any classes, keep an eye on your attendance, and check in with Mr. Faniel or Ms. Richardson
• Last month, you were introduced to Naviance. Take some time to explore the Careers Clusters and Pathways, and fill out a few interest inventories in the Self-Discovery tab.
• Keep checking the Class of 2029 Google Classroom for updates and events!
• Ms. Richardson email: vgrichardson@wareham.k12.ma.us

The High School is very fortunate to have a partnership with High Point Treatment Center along with working with Care Solace. Both resources are immensely helpful for both students and families in finding individualized supports in and out of school. Links to both resources are below 👇 Please contact any of the Counseling Staff with any questions.

📂 To discuss/request/file an IEP or 504 plan please reach out to your students School Counselor. If there is a question regarding a students' IEP, please reach out to the Special Education Office at 508-291-3510 ext 706.

Website: https://whs.warehamps.org/en-US/guidance-department-9e1db188
Location: 7 Viking Drive, Wareham MA
Phone: 508-291-3510
Instagram: @vikingguidance