HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELING BULLETIN
November/December 2017
A Note From The Department Chair
A goal for the Mt. Lebanon High School Counseling Department is to increase communication between school counselors, students and parents/guardians. In the past we have always communicated information through the Counseling Bulletin.
This Bulletin contains information for students so that they may be aware of meetings, programs, scholarships, deadlines for tests and current college and vocational information. The Bulletins are distributed to homerooms, posted on our website and emailed to families.
Please make sure you have updated your email addresses in Dashboard so that you will continue to receive this valuable information in a timely fashion. Click here for instructions on how to subscribe to both the bulletin and news alerts.
We also use Naviance/Family Connections for additional dissemination of information. All students are introduced to Naviance for college and career planning during their four years at MTLHS. Students that attended our middle schools have already been introduced to the program.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s school counselor.
Please use Entrance B9 (to the left of the Fine Arts Theatre) when visiting the Counseling Office.
~ Tara Leja
MILITARY CAREER DAY
Military Career Day was held November 15th in Center Court during Periods 4,5,& 6.
Members from the various branches of the military were present to meet, answer questions and share information with interested students.
On Nov. 22nd, Cadet Bickus from West Point Military Academy will present information to all 10-12 graders who are interested in attending a military academy at 8:15 AM in Room F-313.
For information on ROTC programs, please click here.
For Academy information, please go to the Academy websites:
Scholarships Available!
In the coming months, peruse more than 30 local scholarships, 50+ regional/national scholarships and many Pittsburgh Foundation scholarships listed in Naviance. Click on Scholarship matches in the College tab. This focuses your search to scholarships that you already meet one or more of the eligibility requirements. Students also have access to an extensive list of national scholarships and databases in Naviance. Don't forget to look at the Pittsburgh Foundation Scholarships, some of which are specific to Mt. Lebanon High School students, residents of Allegheny County or specific colleges. We encourage you to explore what is out there! There are many opportunities available to meet this important aspect of the planning process.
For a summary description of select scholarships, please click here.
RICHARD J. MADDEN SCHOLARSHIP JUNIORS ONLY
The Richard J. Madden Scholarship, established in 2003 by Mr. Madden, a Mt. Lebanon alumni, is awarded annually to one junior student at Mt. Lebanon High School. The recipient may receive up to $11,250 per year, a maximum of $45,000 total, if a 3.0 grade point average is maintained at the student's post secondary selection. This scholarship opportunity is offered each year to juniors who plan to attend a two or four year college or technical school within the United States. Financial need is one of the most important criteria during the review of applications.
Applications for the Madden Scholarship will be available in Naviance. Applicants must type their application using the WORD template provided. Students should see their counselor with any questions. Application deadline: February 28th.
9th GRADE INDIVIDUALIZED GUIDANCE PLAN (IGP) MEETINGS
9th Grade IGP (Individualized Guidance Plan) Meetings with ninth graders and their parents will begin in early January. Please watch for a letter detailing your scheduled appointment date and time. Once you receive this letter, please mark your calendar to attend this important meeting with your child.
Some of the items that will be discussed include:
- Academic and social transition to high school
- Involvement in school activities
- Planning a schedule of courses
- Graduation requirements
- Career and post secondary educational interests and goals
Please use the B-9 entrance near the Fine Arts Theatre when you arrive for your meeting. You will need to check in and pick up a visitor’s badge before coming to our office. We look forward to meeting you!
9th Grade Individual Guidance Plans
NAVIANCE
Naviance enables schools to set high standards for career and college readiness by removing obstacles and actively supporting, student engagement and achievement. Students embark on a journey that combines interests and assessment results with a wealth of career and college information.
In Naviance, expectations are raised by:
- Connecting academic achievement to post-secondary goals.
- Maximizing collaboration with teachers, counselors and parents
- Providing access to information
- Tracking results for school and district administration
Access to Naviance for students is available using the button on the School Counseling website landing page, located on the right side, under the Counseling Bulletin.
HELP IS AVAILABLE ... JUST ASK US!
The Writing Lab, located in Room B521, is available every period to conference with students on writing for classes, college applications, apprenticeships, scholarships, writing contests and other assignments.
Writing Lab Hours
Mon-Fri Periods 1-8
Before School Mon-Fri 7:15 AM –8:00 AM
After School Mon-Thur 3:00 PM –3:45 PM
Contact: Mrs. Trish Shine
The Math Lab is located in Room B616. Math Lab Hours are posted here. Mrs.Trumbull can be reached at: LTrumbull@mtlsd.net
COLLEGE TESTING INFORMATION
Test Center Number: 39-442
NEXT ACT DATE: DEC 9, 2017 NOT @ MTLHS
Mt. Lebanon High School Code 393730 (SAT & ACT)
REGISTER FOR SAT TESTS HERE
REGISTER FOR ACT TESTS HERE
For parking and other test-day information, please visit the High School website.
Contact Mr. Rolf Briegel (SAT Center Supervisor) via email with questions or concerns.
For information on College Testing Accommodations process, please see instructions on the School Counseling/ Forms page here.
COLLEGE TEST PREP COURSES & TUTORING
AXIOS TUTORING
KHAN ACADEMY
COLLEGE NANNIES AND TUTORS
MT. LEBANON ACADEMY
THE PRINCETON REVIEW
MATHNASIUM
TOTAL LEARNING
HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER
MT. LEBANON CONTINUING ED
TEENSCREEN
TeenScreen is a nationally-recognized program developed by Columbia University to identify risk factors associated with depression, anxiety, and alcohol and sub-stance abuse. The program is free and completely voluntary and confidential.
TeenScreen is available to all students in grades 7-12. Look for more information and parental consent forms to follow via U.S. Mail in January.
If you have any questions regarding TeenScreen, please contact Outreach Teen & Family Services, 412-561-5405.
High School Counseling Office
Email: acarini@mtlsd.net
Website: http://www.mtlsd.org/page.cfm?p=1137
Location: Pittsburgh, 155 Cochran Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15228, United States
Phone: 412.344.2053 412.344.2062