About Our Services

• Enroll students in the most appropriate classes available, based on placement data, teacher recommendations and student request*
• Help students and parents monitor grades and progress toward graduation requirements
• Assist students and parents in planning an academic program designed to prepare students to meet their future goals
• Promote classroom achievement by providing problem-solving, study and organizational strategies
• Provide referrals to academic support classes, tutorial services, or other programs that support learning
• Schedule and/or attend conferences, as needed, with the goal of resolving problems in school
• Recommend credit recovery programs for those in need of remediation

*Program Changes: Students and parents should make a special effort to carefully select a program of classes so that a minimum number of schedule changes will be required. The district does recognize that some changes may be needed. Students who find it necessary to initiate a program change are strongly encouraged to do so within the first two weeks of each semester. Students presenting a valid need to change their program by dropping one course and adding another will be allowed to do so on a space available basis. A Request for Change of Program form ("blue sheet"), signed by both the student and parent, may be required before a program change will be made. Teacher permission to enter the new course may also be required. Forms are available in the Counseling Office.

• Work with the Career Technician and other designated staff members to lead students through a program of career exploration, using a variety of research tools
• Help students select a course of study that supports their stated career goals
• Help students monitor their progress toward the completion of "a-g" or other college admissions requirements
• Support students in the completion of financial aid and/or college applications
• Make referrals to the MUHSD College & Scholarship Counselor, as needed

• Help students resolve conflicts with peers, staff or parents
• Provide support and strategies for students struggling with the rigors of school and the stresses of adolescence or young-adulthood
• Conduct risk-assessments and make referrals to outside or on-campus service providers for students who need or desire more intensive or on-going personal counseling