How do I make an appointment to meet with my counselor?
For students, the counseling office has an open door policy when we are in the office. If we are busy when you arrive, you may fill out a Request to See a Counselor Form (located in the counseling office) and leave it in the box on our door.
For parents, please call or email in advance to set up an appointment with a counselor. If you call, please leave a message and your phone call will be returned as soon as possible.
I need a counselor to sign a form. What should I do?
Please contact your counselor directly or drop off the materials in the counseling office.
I need a counselor recommendation. What should I do?
We request that students pick up and fill out a Counselor Recommendation form at least 2 weeks in advance. Forms can be found in the counseling office. This will ensure that your recommendation is delivered to your school or scholarship in a timely manner.
Who is my child’s counselor?
9th Grade Students: Ms. Buwick
10th-12 Grade Students (see below)
Students whose last name begins with A-L: Mrs. Pitner
Students whose last name begins with M-Z: Mrs. McCutcheon
How do I request a schedule change?
School policy does not allow for schedule changes during the school year. You will be able to REQUEST a schedule change during the schedule review process. This begins during the first week of the year. Keep in mind, that not all schedule change requests are granted.
Can my counselor give me an attendance certificate so that I can get my driver’s license?
A Certificate of Attendance can be requested in the Front Office, students should allow 1 week for processing. Students will need to visit the front office to sign up for their Certificate of Attendance and will need to come back and pick it up in a week. Remember that Certificate’s of Attendance expire in 30 days.
What is an ADAP card and where do I get one?
An ADAP card is the card that you get from your health teacher when you successfully complete the drug/alcohol course required for your driver’s license. If you lose your ADAP card, you can sign up for another copy in the counseling office. If you took the drug/alcohol course at another school and you lose your ADAP card, you must contact your previous school to request a new card.
Where do I get information about the SAT and the ACT?
The SAT website (collegeboard.org) and ACT website (actstudent.org) provide the most thorough resource for students. The Counseling Office has additional printed materials in regards to both tests.
What is the Jackson County high school code number for the SAT and the ACT?
The number is 110425 and is required when registering for the SAT or the ACT.
How do I get an ACT or SAT fee waiver?
Students who receive free or reduced lunch, are eligible for an SAT or ACT fee waiver when they are available. Students can get three fee waivers. Visit your counselor to request a fee waiver.
How do I get a work permit?
Work permits are located in the front office. To request one, you will need to speak to Mrs. Whitehead (front office) or Mrs. Armendariz (principal's secretary).
For students, the counseling office has an open door policy when we are in the office. If we are busy when you arrive, you may fill out a Request to See a Counselor Form (located in the counseling office) and leave it in the box on our door.
For parents, please call or email in advance to set up an appointment with a counselor. If you call, please leave a message and your phone call will be returned as soon as possible.
I need a counselor to sign a form. What should I do?
Please contact your counselor directly or drop off the materials in the counseling office.
I need a counselor recommendation. What should I do?
We request that students pick up and fill out a Counselor Recommendation form at least 2 weeks in advance. Forms can be found in the counseling office. This will ensure that your recommendation is delivered to your school or scholarship in a timely manner.
Who is my child’s counselor?
9th Grade Students: Ms. Buwick
10th-12 Grade Students (see below)
Students whose last name begins with A-L: Mrs. Pitner
Students whose last name begins with M-Z: Mrs. McCutcheon
How do I request a schedule change?
School policy does not allow for schedule changes during the school year. You will be able to REQUEST a schedule change during the schedule review process. This begins during the first week of the year. Keep in mind, that not all schedule change requests are granted.
Can my counselor give me an attendance certificate so that I can get my driver’s license?
A Certificate of Attendance can be requested in the Front Office, students should allow 1 week for processing. Students will need to visit the front office to sign up for their Certificate of Attendance and will need to come back and pick it up in a week. Remember that Certificate’s of Attendance expire in 30 days.
What is an ADAP card and where do I get one?
An ADAP card is the card that you get from your health teacher when you successfully complete the drug/alcohol course required for your driver’s license. If you lose your ADAP card, you can sign up for another copy in the counseling office. If you took the drug/alcohol course at another school and you lose your ADAP card, you must contact your previous school to request a new card.
Where do I get information about the SAT and the ACT?
The SAT website (collegeboard.org) and ACT website (actstudent.org) provide the most thorough resource for students. The Counseling Office has additional printed materials in regards to both tests.
What is the Jackson County high school code number for the SAT and the ACT?
The number is 110425 and is required when registering for the SAT or the ACT.
How do I get an ACT or SAT fee waiver?
Students who receive free or reduced lunch, are eligible for an SAT or ACT fee waiver when they are available. Students can get three fee waivers. Visit your counselor to request a fee waiver.
How do I get a work permit?
Work permits are located in the front office. To request one, you will need to speak to Mrs. Whitehead (front office) or Mrs. Armendariz (principal's secretary).