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PLANNING A REUNION
If
you are planning a class reunion and would like information on former
classmates, class lists and contact information - visit the MHS Alumni Associations
Web Page at: http://www.mhsaa-ct.org/
CONTACT
INFORMATION
MONTVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
Department of School Counseling
800 Old Colchester Road
Oakdale, CT 06370
Phone: 860-848-1285
Fax: 848-8067
Office Hours: 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM
CEEB CODE: 070599
SAT Test Center Code for MHS: 070599
ACT Test Center Code
for MHS: 222929
Not sure where to
locate something?
Click here
for an index to the
MHS Web Pages.
The Department of School Counseling offers programs
and services to help each student achieve his or her best in school
and prepare for future success. Counselors meet with students individually
and in groups to help them with educational planning, vocational and
career exploration, decision making, as well as, personal issues that
affect school performance and future plans. They work with students
to help them gain confidence and maintain a positive attitude towards
their abilities and their future. Counselors also collaborate with other
staff members on Freshman Transition Teams, Child Study Team meetings,
and Planning and Placement Teams.
The Department also administers a variety of tests
and inventories designed to help students explore their interests and
strengths. These can help students think about what they might find
interesting and rewarding in future studies and careers.
The Department of School Counseling Services welcomes
and strongly encourages communication with parents and guardians. Counselors
can be reached at 848-1285.
PSAT INFORMATION
Dear Parents/Guardians of Eleventh
Grade Students:
The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) will be given to all
juniors on Wednesday, October 15, from 7:35-10:35. This
is an excellent practice test for the SAT Reasoning Test, which is required
by most colleges, and is also the qualifying test for the National Merit
Scholarships. The PSAT is of great value because it provides a comprehensive
assessment of critical reading, mathematical reasoning, and writing skills.
The student report provides question-by-question analysis along with specific
suggestions on how to improve academic skills.
Montville Public Schools is paying the cost of the PSAT for all
juniors, and they are automatically registered. Juniors will
be receiving a descriptive booklet along with a practice PSAT shortly
in their homerooms. On October 15, all juniors are to report to assigned
areas at the first homeroom bell for the testing, which will last through
the first two periods and end before the first lunch period.
If you wish further information about the PSAT, log on to www.collegeboard.com
click on the “students” or “parents” button on
the upper right, and look for the PSAT information.
Please feel free to call or email your son or daughter’s counselor
or me if you have any questions.
Dear Montville High
School Junior:
The PSAT (Preliminary Scholarstic Aptitude
Test) will be given to all juniors on Wednesday, October 15
during the first two periods. You are receiving this Student Guide to
help you prepare for this test. The PSAT is a practice test only, and
the scores will not appear on your school record. However, it should be
taken seriously as a practice for the SAT which is widely used for college
admissions, and to help you look at your academic strengths and areas
that may need improvement. It is also the qualifying test for National
Merit Scholarships.
On Wednesday, October 15, all juniors must report to the cafeteria
at the first bell for homeroom. Attendance will be taken at the start
of testing. The PSAT for juniors will be given at no charge to the students
(the cost is paid for by the Montville Board of Education), and all juniors
will be automatically registered.
Please read the Student Guide to the PSAT carefully. There is a complete
practice test included. You can get more information and explanations
by going to the College Board web site at http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/psat/about.html
A separate letter has been sent home to your parents or guardians about
the PSAT. If you have any questions, please feel free to make an appointment
with your school counselor.
A – F: Mr. Contos | H – O:
Mrs. Macri
P – W: Mrs. Bedard | G, X-Z: Dr.
Phillips
"NEW
PROGRAM "
NAVIANCE FAMILY CONNECTIONS
The Montville High School Department of School Counseling
is very pleased to introduce Family Connection from Naviance, a Web-based
service designed especially for students and families. Family Connection
is a comprehensive website that students can use to help in making decisions
about your courses, colleges, and careers. Family Connection is linked
with Counselor’s Office, a service that we use in our office to
track and analyze data about college and career plans, so it provides
up-to-date information that’s specific to our school.
To access Family Connection, students will need a personal access code,
which is provided below. Students can use that code to register for
their own Family Connection account.
Under “NEW USER” enter the following registration code,
which will be provided to you by your counselor.
To complete your Registration please include a valid email address
and then create your own personal password. Once you accept and click
on the Complete Registration button – you are logged in and can
begin using Naviance Family Connection.
Parents can log in under "Guest" Password: indians (all lowercase)
I hope you find this service helpful. Please keep in touch with your
school counselor with any thoughts or questions.
College Planning Night for Parents of Juniors & Seniors
- 7 PM
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Topics include:
What seniors should be doing now
Naviance Family Connection
How to choose a college: factors to consider
How to choose a college: steps to take
Visiting a college
The Career Center
College application process
Types of applications
Completing the application
The application essay
Early decision, early action, regular admission
Special accommodations
NCAA Clearinghouse
Three Rivers Transfer opportunities
Financial Aid
Questions? Contact:
Theodore H. Phillips, Ed.D., Director of School Counseling
Phone: 860-848-1285 | tphillips@montvilleschools.org
INFORMATION
REGARDING SUMMER SCHOOL
There will be no regular summer school at Montville High School this
year.
Instead, Montville has contracted with Project LEARN to
offer make-up courses online through the Virtual
Learning Academy (VLA) over the summer.
This is for making up courses that were failed only