Counseling Office
Genesee County GraduatesGot plans after high school?2021 application window is now openThe Genesee Opportunity (GO) stipend provides Genesee County high school graduates with money for college, career training, or certification licensing fees. To be eligible, you must reside in Genesee County, Michigan or on a property that is taxed by a Genesee County school district and be a graduate, from a high school in Genesee County. Graduates must be enrolled in an eligible training program or post-secondary educational institution and submit an application by the due date. The GO stipend can only be awarded one time and must be used within the first 12 months after graduation or GED completion.
The GO stipend is not based on income or grades, and is funded through a millage approved by Genesee County voters.
Important! All 2021 graduates who wish to use the GO Stipend must submit the application form. 2021 Graduates must apply by May 15, 2022. 2021 Graduates Application window is now open!
Once the completed application is received, Genesee Opportunity staff will verify the information provided to determine eligibility for the GO Stipend. Students who have already taken a qualifying assessment for certification at a training institution can call (810) 591-GCGO (4246) to discuss eligibility for reimbursement.   Investing in the future of our county and region by investing in our students.
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College Advising Hotline Students across the state of Michigan looking for assistance in navigating their college plans can now call a free hotline for access to near-peer college advisers! In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, MCAN and partner college advisers will provide students guidance around their postsecondary transitions during this challenging time. Students will receive answers to their questions along with resources, and be connected with who or what they need to succeed. This is for Michigan students in grades 9-12, free of charge. Hotline: 810-373-5385 (call or text) Availability: Monday through Friday: 9 am to 5 pm After business hours, students can text or leave a voicemail and messages will be responded to the next business day. The hours of the hotline will be adjusted as necessary to best serve students and their needs. How we can help you via hotline:
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HOTLINES
The following hotlines may be helpful for students in crisis while not attending school due to COVID-19.
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (800) 422-4453 Disaster Distress Helpline – SAMHSA (800) 985-5990 Girls & Boys Town National Hotline (310) 855-4673 National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (800) 843-5678 National Domestic Violence Hotline (800) 799-7233 National Parent Helpline (855) 427-2736 National Runaway Safeline (800) 786-2929 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-8255 Poison Control (800) 222-1222 Rape, Sexual Assault, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN) (800) 656-4673 |
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OUR MISSION STATEMENT
The Counseling Department at SCHS has adopted the National Standards for School Counseling. These standards focus on helping students achieve competencies through three areas of student development: academic, career and personal/social.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
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Jodi Guzak |
Counselor (A - F)
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591-1870 |
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Sarah Bessolo |
Counselor (G - N)
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591-1869 |
sbessolo@swcrk.org |
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Michelle Horning |
Counselor (O - Z)
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591-1868 |
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Mandy Cummins |
Secretary
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591-1866 |
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Stan Page |
Social Worker
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591-1818 |
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Ginger Ortiz |
Career Resource Coordinator
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591-1825 |
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Counseling Office Fax
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591-1898 |
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To help keep you informed about important news and updates from the counseling office, please sign up to receive text messages for your class!
SEND A TEXT TO 81010, then enter the message for your class and last name!
Class of 2021(Last Names A - L) - Message: @swcrk2021a Class of 2021(Last Names M - Z) - Message: @swcrk2021b
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Class of 2024 - Message: @swcrk2024
Class of 2025 (Last Names A - J) - Message: @swcrk2025a Class of 2025 (Last Names K - Z) - Message: @swcrk2025b |
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SELECTIVE SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
All 18-year-old males by law must register for Selective Service. You can register online at sss.gov. You can also preregister at 17 years and 3 months of age and your registration will be held until you reach age 18. Failure to register is against the law and could result in a fine, prison time and a loss of financial aid for college. If you have any questions, please talk to your guidance counselor. |