Information from the Guidance Office
Ronald H. Williams, Assistant Principal of Pupil Personnel Services
The Guidance Department, located in Room 138, is a service department that has the goal of supporting each student through their high school career into graduation and beyond. The Guidance Department offers a comprehensive support program to assisthe student in all aspects of student life and to enhance opportunities for personal educational and career development. Guidance Counselors are assigned to each student and work with the student in adjusting to a new educational environment. Students are assigned a guidance counselor when they enter grade 9. This Guidance Counselor will remain with the student throughout their high school career.
Students will meet with their Guidance Counselor at least once each term with the purpose of assessing their academic progress to date and plan for the progression of courses for the following terms. Counselors are also available to meet with students if an individual problem or concern arises. Students should make an appointment to see their Counselor if the need arises. Parents are also encouraged to take an active part in their child's academic career and are welcome to meet with the Counselors to discuss their child's progress. Parents are asked to call (718) 279-6580 x 1380 to make an appointment.
The Guidance Department's mission is to provide services and support to students and their families in attaining the greatest level of academic, social and emotional success.
| Guidance Counselor | Room | Grade | Official Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ms. L. Vecchio Ext. 1383 |
138C | 9 | 49A-49Z |
| Ms. J. Pisani Ext. 1386 |
138F | 10 | 30A-Y |
| Mr. R. Chattoo Ext. 1382 |
138B | 11 | 21A-W, 21Y, 21Z, 219, 30O |
| Ms. A. Abramowitz Ext. 1383 |
138C | 11 & 12 | 12A-F, 10Z, 11Z, 19Z, 20Z, 21X, 29Z, 30Z, 39Z, 02A, 92A |
| Ms. K. Bellomo Ext. 1381 |
138A | 12 | 12G-S, 129 |
| Ms. R. Jackson Ext. 1038 |
103C | ISS Plus | 022, 027, 122, 127, 128, 212, 217, 218, 302, 393, 306-308, 492, 493, 496, 497, 500, 922, 992, 993 |
It is very important for students to keep their own cumulative file of important educational documents in a safe place at home. Such documents are:
- Report cards
- Transcripts
- Diploma Worksheet
- Summer School and PM School courses taken and grades received
- Community service documentation
- Letters of recommendation
- Saturday School documentation of courses taken
Students must be very aware of their educational plan. They should be familiar with promotional and graduation requirements and be able to plan along with their counselor in formulating the path they will take in fulfilling these requirements as graduation draws near.