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Parent Information Page - Kern High School District Working With Your Counselor

Your counselor can be one of your most important resources in high school. He or she will assist you with college and career planning, your personal four-year plan for high school, as well as individual concerns that you may have. Don't be afraid to request individual conferences. The following are examples of topics you might want to discuss with your counselor.

9th Grade:

  • Discuss your ideas for your individual four year plan based on your goals after graduation -- university, community college, advanced training, military or career.
  • Ask about elective programs in your high school.
  • Ask about extra-curricular activities such as clubs and organizations.
  • Ask about summer programs, including summer school, work-study programs, and opportunities for volunteering.

10th Grade:

  • Review your transcript. Make sure you are on track for graduation and enrolled in appropriate classes.
  • Ask about special programs and AP classes.
  • Ask about career related programs such as ROC and special programs within your individual school.
  • Ask about summer programs for academic enrichment or remediation, work experience, service learning, travel/study, etc.

11th Grade:

  • Review your transcript. Make sure you are on track for graduation and enrolled in appropriate classes.
  • Discuss ASVAB test results. Explore career goals.
  • Discuss test scores and register for ACT, SAT I and II tests. Discuss test preparation.
  • Ask for advice and resources for colleges, universities and other specialized training.

12th Grade:

  • Review your transcript in the fall. Make sure you will have completed all graduation requirements and are enrolled in the appropriate classes.
  • Discuss test dates to ensure you have all of the requirements completed for college eligibility.
  • Discuss college applications, vocational training opportunities, scholarships, financial aid, and more.
  • Create a resume of your high school activities for your counselor. This will help with letters of recommendation.

 

Kern High School District - (661) 827-3100 - Bakersfield, CA, 93309