Grayson Rams Counseling Department
Volume III, Issue 1 (August 2021)
We hope that everyone has had a great start to the 2021-2022 school year! Your GHS counselors are here to support you. We look forward to a wonderful school year!
Role of a High School Counselor
High school years are full of growth, promise, excitement, frustration, disappointment and hope. It is the time when students begin to discover what the future holds for them. High school counselors have an impact on these years by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program and collaborating with school staff, parents and the community to create a safe and respectful learning environment. High school counselors enhance the learning process and promote academic, career and social/emotional development. High school counseling programs are essential for students to achieve optimal personal growth, acquire positive social skills and values, set informed career goals and realize their full academic potential to become productive, contributing members of the world community.
~ American School Counselor Association
GHS Counselors
Mrs. Disroe
9th - 12th Grade
Email: elisa.disroe@gcpsk12.org
Phone: 770-554-7840
Mrs. Wright
9th - 12th Grade
Email: reenesha.wright@gcpsk12.org
Phone: 770-554-7833
Dr. Windom
9th - 12th Grade
Email: derial.windom@gcpsk12.org
Phone: 770-554-7838
Mrs. Davis
Dr. Butler
Last Names N - P
9th - 12th Grade
Athletic Academic Advisor
504 Coordinator
Email: sharon.butler@gcpsk12.org
Phone: 770-554-7384
Mrs. Hawkins
9th - 12th Grade
Email: denise.hawkins@gcpsk12.org
Phone: 770-554-7376
Mr. Little
9th - 12th Grade
Dual Enrollment Coordinator
Email: christopher.little@gcpsk12.org
Phone: 770-554-7099
How do I schedule an appointment with my student's counselor?
Senior Academic Advisement Conferences
- 4 Year Plan
- Transcript Credit Review/ Graduation Status
- Post-Secondary Plans & Options
Personalized Invitations for the Senior Academic Advisement Conference with an assigned date and time will be emailed to parents and students. Parents, please check Parent Portal and make any necessary updates to your email address.
Need to study for the SAT/ACT?
SAT
- Khan Academy - Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy is FREE for all students and the best way to prepare for the SAT. When they link their College Board and Khan Academy accounts, students get a personalized study plan based on their results on tests like the SAT, or PSAT, so they can focus on the skills they need to work on most. Research shows that students who spend 20 hours on Official SAT Practice gain an average of 115 points from the PSAT to the SAT. Visit this website for more information: https://www.khanacademy.org/sat
ACT
- ACT Academy - ACT Academy is a free online learning tool and test practice program designed to help students master the skills they need to improve their ACT scores and succeed in college and career. ACT Academy will help students improve their college and career readiness by providing them with video lessons, interactive practice questions, full-length practice tests, educational games, and other materials targeted to their academic needs. Visit this website for more information: http://academy.act.org/
Need a Fee Waiver for the SAT/ACT Exam?
Deadline - 9/15
College Board Opportunity Scholarships
Complete these 6 college planning steps for 6 separate chances at $500. When students finish all 6, they will be entered into a drawing for a $40,000 scholarship.
Step 1 - Build College List ($500)
Step 2 - Practice for the SAT ($500)
Step 3 - Explore Scholarships ($500)
Step 4 - Strengthen College List ($500)
Step 5 - Complete the FAFSA ($500)
Step 6 - Apply to Colleges ($500)
Youth United (YU) is your source for high school student-centered volunteer opportunities. Led by a student board, YU offers unique and impactful service projects that improve the lives of children and families throughout Greater Atlanta. Join YU and others who have a passion for giving back.