SGP Counseling Services Newsletter
Fall Edition
SGP Counseling Services Team
SGPHS Counseling Team Mission Statement
Our Vision
To equip students with the tools necessary to navigate an ever-changing global society by fostering their desire to pursue lifelong academic, cultural, social-emotional, and technological awareness that extends far beyond the high school experience.
Are you a graduating senior?
Seniors, have you completed the FAFSA or TASFA? Do you need money for college?
Financial aid is an important resource that helps you and your family pay for college. This financial assistance can cover educational costs including tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and transportation. There are several types of financial aid, including grants, scholarships, and even some employment opportunities through work-study programs. Both the federal government and the State of Texas provide financial aid opportunities. For more information concerning paying for college visit: highered.texas.gov
Skills for success
- Organizational Skills: Keep all of your study materials in one convenient location. Have separate notebooks/binders for each of your classes or separate courses with dividers inside of a binder. Bring all materials to class each day.
- Good Study Habits: Set aside time each day to study even if you don't have homework or a test the next day. It's a good idea to review your notes daily rather than cram for tests the night before.
- The Ability to Set Attainable Goals: It's important to set goals, as long as they're attainable. Setting goals that are unreasonably high is a set-up for disappointment and frustration.
- Completion of Assignments: Homework is assigned to enhance what has been learned in class.
- Commitment: Finish strong! Do your best and get the most out of every course you take. Your commitment will pay off in the end.
2021-2022 Course Registration
Will you be able to afford the lifestyle you want?
Message from Mrs. Herrera, SGP Social Worker
Have you noticed that your student is struggling more than usual? Are you unsure how to help? Please know that you are not alone! We are experiencing more than usual concerns with regards to low grades and lack of motivation. The good news is that at SGP we have a great counseling team that is able to provide emotional and social support to our Warriors. Your student can request an office visit with their counselor and/or myself through the SGP Counseling Services Canvas Page.
As your school social worker I am also able to provide you with other community resources you may need. If you or someone you know is struggling with food, clothing, shelter, or at risk of becoming homeless, please contact me for those resources.
Maria Herrera, LMSW
School Social Worker
South Grand Prairie High School
301 W. Warrior Trail
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
(972) 343-1667 Office Number
(469) 645-8620 Google Voice – Text
It's okay to not be okay
SGP Counseling Services Canvas Card
We are ready to connect!
Upcoming Events
- December 7-11- STAAR EOC Retakes
- December 16-20- Semester Exams
- December 21- January 4- Winter Break
- January 5- Semester 2 begins