Counselor Connections
McEachern High School Counseling - Monthly Newsletter
Students & Parents,
Your McEachern High School Counselors would like to officially WELCOME each of you back to school. We're excited to publish our monthly newsletter and share resources, events and information to support our students and parents. Although we're dedicating this month's newsletter to Seniors, we've added important information below for all grade levels. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
McEachern High School Counselors
Who Is My Counselor?
- Ms. Jeanette Vaughn - jeanette.vaughn@cobbk12.org - A-C
- Ms. Kristy Royer - kristy.royer@cobbk12.org - D-I
- Ms. Ayesha Fawzi - ayesha.fawzi@cobbk12.org - J-N
- Mr. Reginald Hurns - reginald.hurns@cobbk12.org - O-S
- Ms. Melissa Alexander-Lynch - melissa.alexander@cobbk12.org - T-Z
- Ms. Jacqueline Joubert - jacqueline.joubert@cobbk12.org - Graduation Coach
Counseling Department Staff
- Ms. Misty Bakies - misty.bakies@cobbk12.org - Counseling Clerk
- Ms. Dennise Voyles - dennise.voyles@cobbk12.org - Records Clerk
How Do I Schedule A Meeting With My Counselor?
Counselors are available to meet with students after CTLS classes each day to discuss academic progress toward graduation, college and career planning, and personal concerns. Follow the steps below if you need to schedule a virtual meeting with your Counselor.
1. Click Your Counselor's Link.
· Vaughn (A-C): https://calendly.com/jeanette_vaughn
· Royer (D-I): https://calendly.com/royer
· Fawzi (J-N): https://calendly.com/ayesha-fawzi
· Hurns (O-S) : https://calendly.com/mrhurns
· Lynch (T-Z): https://calendly.com/melissa-lynch
2. Select "30-Minute Meeting" & Select a Date and Time.
3. Add your First & Last Name, Email Address & Student ID.
4. Click "Schedule Event".
5. Your Counselor will email you a meeting Zoom Link.
CTLS Resources
Resources - https://www.cobbk12.org/page/28195/ctls-resources
-FAQs
-Technical Support
-PDFs & Videos
Parent Technical Support:
Email: CTLSParent.Support@cobbk12.org
Student Technical Support:
All Students Survey - We Need Your Thoughts & Feedback!
Follow the link below and complete the short survey to help us better serve our students and community. All responses are anonymous. Complete the survey by Friday, September 25th.
Seniors - Class of 2021
Upcoming Events
Senior Lessons September 14 - 18, 2020 (Mandatory)
Congratulations! You made it to Senior Year! Now what? Got questions about what to do after graduation, the college process, SAT/ACT, financial aid, scholarships or transcripts? Well, don't worry....we've got answers.
All Seniors received an email and meeting link through their CTLS portal to attend a Virtual Senior Lesson the week of September 14th. Lessons will be held at 2 PM (Mon - Fri) and 11 AM (Wed). We'll "See" You Soon!
Senior Parent Supper Thursday, September 17 - 7 pm
Your kiddo has finally made it to Senior Year! Give them space to mature and grow, but don't stop your oversight and involvement. Grab your favorite dinner and join MHS Counselors for an informative virtual meeting as we review and discuss all things "Senior Year"!
A Zoom link will be emailed to parents.
Wednesday Words From Counselors!
Counselors will present Virtual Lessons each Wednesday. September lessons will focus on "Seniors"! See the topics and lesson link below.
September 2nd - 3 PM - What Am I Doing After High School?
September 9th - 1 PM - All About The SAT/ACT!
September 23rd - 2 PM - Understanding & Using Naviance!
Click Here to Join the Zoom Lesson
Meeting ID: 953 0450 6092
Passcode: 946620
If you missed a virtual lesson, visit the McEachern High School Counseling website to view the presentation.
College Wednesdays - Virtual College Visits
In addition to Wednesday Words, students can also attend a Virtual College Visit each Wednesday. Registration is required. See the schedule and registration links below.
- September 2nd - 2 PM - Georgia State University - Click Here to Register
- September 9th - 2 PM - Oglethorpe University - Click Here to Register
- September 16th - 1:30 PM - University of North Georgia - Click Here to Register
- September 23rd - 2 PM - Mercer University - Click Here to Register
Senior Resources
- Student Naviance Log-In
- CollegeBoard - SAT Registration
- ACT Registration
- ASVAB - Military Aptitude Test
- GAFutures - Georgia Student Finance Commission - HOPE Scholarship & Dual Enrollment
- Mrs. Vaughn's Scholarship Remind - Sign Up
- Cady Studios - Schedule an Appointment for Senior Yearbook Photos - Dec. 1st Deadline
Managing Your "Head & Heart" During Virtual Learning
Visit A Virtual Calming Room Click Here To Enter
Finding & Maintaining Balance Click Here To Learn More
Find Your Calm & Live Better Click Here
McEachern High School
Email: mceacherncounseling@gmail.com
Website: www.mceachernhigh.org
Location: 2400 New Macland Road, Powder Springs, GA, USA
Phone: (770) 222-3710
Facebook: facebook.com/mceachernhigh
Twitter: @MceachernHigh
MHS Counselor Connections - Vol 1. Issue 1 - September 2020