Warren Hills Regional School District

Warren Hills Regional Middle School
Course of Study 2008-09

Guidance Information

MISSION STATEMENT To assist all students in the process of personal, social, academic and career development so that they may reach their full potential as productive citizens in a changing society.

PHILOSOPHY The Warren Hills Regional School Guidance Program is aimed at assisting all students in achieving academic success. It is predicated on the belief that all students are unique and dynamic individuals capable of learning. The Guidance Counselor serves as an advocate to insure that all educational, academic, career vocational, personal and social needs are being met. Through collaborative and effective communication with teachers, support personnel, administrators, families and social agencies, the guidance staff strives to provide appropriate counseling opportunities for each individual student.

FRESHMAN YEAR TIMELINE THINGS TO DO

Develop a relationship with your guidance counselor. Develop a relationship with your teachers. Meet with your counselor to begin discussions of your future plans. Become familiar with graduation requirements. Seek assistance or support when needed from your counselor and teachers. Become involved in extra-curricular activities, sports, clubs, volunteer work, etc. Maintain a strong academic performance. Maintain an excellent attendance record. Schedule appropriate courses for your sophomore year.

EIGHTH GRADE TIMELINE THINGS TO DO

Visit your counselor to discuss scheduling issues. Seek assistance from your teachers and counselor when needed. Maintain a strong academic performance. Maintain an excellent attendance record. Be aware of requirements necessary for advancement to grade 9. Get involved in extra-curricular activities. Schedule appropriate courses for your Freshman year.

SEVENTH GRADE TIMELINE THINGS TO DO

Develop a relationship with your guidance counselor. Develop a relationship with your teachers. Meet with your counselor to discuss any concerns. Become familiar with promotion requirements. Become involved in extra-curricular activities, sports, clubs, volunteer work, etc. Seek assistance or support when needed from your counselor and teachers. Maintain a strong academic performance. Maintain an excellent attendance record. Schedule appropriate courses for grade 8.