Freshman Group Guidance

CLASS OF 2023

Counselor Assignments

Mr. Larsen A-C

Ms. Hager D-Ha

Ms. Nelson He-La

Ms. Nagle Le-Pa

Ms. Super Pe-Sk

Mr. Gutshall Sl-Z

People to Know▶ Principals

Principal, Dr. John Bezek

Asst. Principal, Mr. Thorp Students A-F

Asst. Principal, Mr. Paulsen Students G-L

Asst. Principal, Ms. Fitzloff Students M-Q

Asst. Principal, Mr. Kuboushek Students R-Z

▶ Social WorkersMs. Van Horne Students A-L

Mrs. Meade-Anderson Students M-Z

▶ DeansMr. Cradit Grades 10 & 12

Mrs. Stone Grades 9 & 11

Places to Know

▶ Guidance Office

▶ Health Office

▶ Student Services

▶ Activities

When do I see my counselor?

I am having trouble in a

class. I want to make sure I’m on track

for graduation.

I need someone to

talk to.

I want to know

about my post-high

school options

I need help selecting

my courses.

I need help with my college search.

Confidentiality

What is said in our office stays in our

office unless we feel you are at risk to

harm yourself or others.

Resources

Guidance website

▶ Course Information

▶ Mental Health Resources

▶ Graduation Requirements

▶ ACT Prep

▶ Tutoring Options

▶ Naviance

▶ NCAA

▶ Financial Aid

▶ College Application Tips

▶ Counselor Contacts

Follow us on Twitter!!!@PLHSCounselors

Reminders

▶ Your grades count! Grades impact GPA and class rank and will become a permanent part of your transcript.

▶ Your GPA is calculated on a 4-point scale.

Grade GPA PointsA 4.0

A- 3.66

B+ 3.33

B 3.0

B- 2.66

C+ 2.33

C 2.0

C- 1.66

D+ 1.33

D 1.0

D- .66

The Great GPA Race

Name

Jen

Tyler

Avg.GPA

3.4

2.7

9th

GPA

3.5

2.1

11th

GPA

3.3

3.3

Where will you

be?

10th

GPA

3.3

3.3

Avg.GPA

3.4

2.9

* You will be sending your transcripts to

colleges after your Junior year!

Study Tips!

▶ Time management is critical!

▶ 90 minutes of studying a night is recommended.

▶ Always communicate with teachers when you don’t understand an

assignment, are sick, or need to make up a quiz or test.

Please advocate for yourself!

▶ Review your notes daily.

▶ Use a planner!

▶ Develop strong study skills. Learn to balance your free time with

studying.

▶ If you need help, ask!!

▶ LIMIT VIDEO GAMES!

Tips for Success

Get Involved!

Check out our Activities Office for information

on clubs, sports, and service organizations.

http://www.plhsactivities.org/

I am not doing well in my class(es)...

▶ First step: Talk with your teacher!

▶ Advocate for yourself!

▶ How can I improve my test and quiz scores?

▶ When can I come in to get extra help?

▶ What resources are available?

▶ LAKER TIME!

▶ Personal, family, or social issues?

▶ Talk to your counselor.

▶ We are here to advocate on your behalf and help

provide you with resources and support.

I am behind in credits…

▶ Any core class that is failed (English, Math, Social Studies,

Science) needs to be recovered.

▶ Meet with your Guidance Counselor ASAP to discuss credit

recovery options!

Tips for Success

Show up! Attendance is important and will help

you stay current on the work you have in each of

your classes. If you do miss a day, be sure to talk to

your teachers so you know what work needs to be

completed.

Tips for Success

Counselors are here to help you! Talk to your

counselor if you are having trouble in one of your

classes, have questions about course work or

registration, need help planning for the future or

just need someone to talk to.

We want you to have the best high school

experience possible!

Questions?

Naviance

Naviance is a college and career

readiness program that helps

students align strengths and interests

to postsecondary goals.

Within Naviance, you can:

★ Explore your academic interests

★ Research different

careers/areas of study

★ Compare colleges/universities

★ Create a resume

Log into Naviance through your school portal!

Learning Styles Inventory and Survey

● Log into Naviance

Task #1

● Go to “About Me”.

● Go to “My Assessments”.

● Take the “Learning Styles Inventory”.

● G

Task #2

● Go to “About Me” again.

● Go to “My Surveys”. Click on the link

“Surveys Not Completed”.

● Go to “Learning Styles Reflection

Survey” and begin!