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Dr.  Marilyn Martinez, Superintendent of Schools
 
 
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Office of Guidance 
701 Mill Road
Pleasantville, NJ 082352
Main Number: 609-383-6900
Fax Number: 609-407-9672
 
 
                                  

           Making Strides In 21st Century          

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Pleasantvillle’s Guidance Staff has a reputation for their friendliness, experience and strong connections with the students.

PHS Counselors

 

Ms. Annalysa Coleman – A - G and R.O.P.E.S. students
(609) 383-6900 ext. 4167
 
Ms. Aliyaah Miller-Bruce – H - O and AVID students
(609) 383-6900 ext. 4099
 
Ms. Michelle Cooper –  P - Z and Early College students
(609) 383-6900 ext. 4108
 
Mr. Marcell Mike - Social Worker
(609) 383-6900 ext. 3162
 
Amaris L. Brown - Student Assistant Coordinator/Counselor( SAC
Anti Bullying Specialist
(609) 383-6900 ext. 4180
 
 Secretarial Staff - PHS
Ms. Shermaine Woodall 
(609) 383-6900 ext. 4131
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 MSP Counselors

Ms. Denita Bunch - 6th Grade
(609) 383-6855 ext. 3122
 
Ms. Amber Christos – 7th Grade
(609) 383-6855 ext. 3128
 
Dr. Stephen Hilton – 8th Grade
(609) 383-6855 ext. 3114
 
Ms. Brittney Sconiers – Social Worker - 6th –8th
(609) 383-6855 ext. 3132
 
Mr. Jean Valerius – Climate and Culture
(609) 383-6855 ext. 3038

 

Elementary Counselors

Susan Arthur - Washington Avenue
(609) 383-6865 ext. 2200
 
Candace Briggs - Leeds Avenue
(609) 383-6878 ext. 2361
 
 
Mark Santanello - North Main
(609) 383-6887 ext. 2026
 
Khadijah Barnes - South Main
(609) 383-6895 ext. 2148

 

 

 

 

 Title IX/504/Anti-Bullying Coordinator

Affirmative Action Officer
801 Mill Road
Pleasantville, NJ 08232
(t) 609.383.6800

 

The Pleasantville School District does not restrict or discriminate based on any race, color, sex, national origin or students with disabilities from participation in any district program, employment decisions or PHS career programs.

 

The programs that students pursue in high school should be a reflection of their aspirations, aptitudes, and achievements. We recognize the individuality and differences within our students, and as such, our programs must reflect the same. The courses at Pleasantville High School are designed to help each student understand his/her individual needs, interests, abilities; provide students the opportunity to meet their educational goals in accordance with their individuality and desired career path; teach them how to develop and use these tools more effectively; and ultimately prepare them for an every changing, more technological, society.

 

The school counselors are resources to both students and parents/guardians in the growth, development, and monitoring of educational programs and is available for consultation, conducting of individual and group counseling, and scheduling of courses.  They further assist students in planning and/or solving problems pertaining to their educational, social, or vocational lives.  Each student is assigned to a guidance counselor and every student should feel free to see his/her counselor whenever he/she needs.  Requests for appointments are available in each Guidance Office.

Parents/guardians are expected to assist the student in the development of their academic program plan and to monitor the student’s progress and performance.  Parents are encouraged to call the school for conferences as needed.  Through the utilization of the library and internet, as well as, the assistance of the guidance counselor, students can find information concerning courses of study and future occupations, college entrance requirements, financial aid and scholarships available, and information pertaining to military services.  Seniors planning on continuing education should consult with their guidance counselor early in the year to begin the application process.

 

Important  Links for Students & Parents

Code of Conduct 2023-2024.pdf 

 

 

College and Career Planning Resources for Students and Parents

 

Category

Resource

Website

Description

 

Testing Information

(School Code 311235)

 

AP Exam

 

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/ap/about.html

 

Everything you need to know about the Advanced Placement (AP) Exam including exams offered, how to check and understand your scores, and transferring AP credits to colleges and universities.

 

 

PSAT

 

 

https://www.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt

 

 

Information on the PSAT including why to take it and how it can help you!

 

SAT

 

http://sat.collegeboard.org/register/sat-us-dates

 

Use to find out SAT registration dates and to register for the exam.

 

 

ACT

 

http://www.actstudent.org/

 

Use to find out ACT registration dates and to register for the exam.

 

 

SAT & ACT: What’s the difference?

 

 

http://www.princetonreview.com/sat-act.aspx

 

Details the differences between the ACT and SAT exams so that you can decide which test works best for you.

 

 

College Planning

 

Big Future College Search

 

https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/college-search?navid=gh-cs

 

Use this tool to search for colleges that fit for you!

 

 

 

Big Future Make a College Plan

 

http://media.collegeboard.com/CollegePlanning/media/pdf/BigFuture-College-Plan-Handout.pdf

 

 

Instructions on how to use the Big Future website to make a plan for going to college.

 

 

College Planning Timeline for Seniors

 

 

https://secure-media.collegeboard.org/CollegePlanning/media/pdf/BigFuture-College-Planning-Calendar-Seniors.pdf

 

 

Use this handout as a guide during your senior year to walk you step-by-step through the application process.

 

College Planning Timeline for Juniors

 

https://secure-media.collegeboard.org/CollegePlanning/media/pdf/BigFuture-College-Planning-Calendar-Juniors.pdf

 

 

Use this handout as a guide during your junior year to make sure you are preparing for college.

 

 

College Planning for 9th and 10th Graders

 

https://secure-media.collegeboard.org/CollegePlanning/media/pdf/BigFuture-College-Planning-9th-10th-Graders.pdf

 

Don’t wait to start planning for college—start now! Use this handout as a guide in 9th and 10th grade to make sure you are preparing yourself for a college future.

 

 

 

 

Common Application

 

 

https://www.commonapp.org/Login

 

The Common Application is one application you submit online for multiple colleges or universities. Use this website to create and submit your application as well as determine which schools accept the Common Application.

 

 

 

Common Application College Essay Prompts

 

 

https://appsupport.commonapp.org/link/portal/33011/33013/article/1694/2014-15-common-application-essay-prompts

 

List of college essay prompts for this year’s Common Application. This is a great place to start for writing your college essay!

 

 

NJ Stars

 

http://www.njstars.net/ 

 

Information on the New Jersey Student Tuition Assistance Reward Scholarship (NJSTAR) program which covers the cost of tuition at 19 community colleges in NJ.

 

 

 

EOF Eligibility Requirements

 

 

http://www.nj.gov/highereducation/EOF/EOF_Eligibility.shtml

 

Details eligibility requirements for the Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) program.

 

 

EOF Participating Colleges and Universities

 

http://www.nj.gov/highereducation/EOF/EOF_programs.shtml

 

List of colleges and universities in the state of NJ which offer the EOF program. Includes contact information for all EOF directors.

 

 

 

You Can Go!

 

http://youcango.collegeboard.org/?navid=bf-ycg

 

 

Personalized videos of people across the country who overcame obstacles to attend college. Listen to their stories now!

 

 

 

A Day in the Life of a College Student

 

http://www.rowan.edu/home/about/administration/strategic-enrollment-management/student-diversity/prospective-students

 

 

Information on how to spend an overnight visit at Rowan University in order to get an inside look at college life.

 


Scholarship Information

 

Scam Alert Info

 

http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0082-scholarship-and-financial-aid-scams

 

How to tell when financial aid and scholarship websites are scams.

 

 

 

 

Fastweb

 

http://www.fastweb.com/college-scholarships

 

 

Use to get access to tons of scholarship opportunities just for you.

 

 

Scholarships

 

https://www.scholarships.com/

 

 

Use to get access to tons of scholarship opportunities just for you.

 

 

 

Merit Aid

 

https://www.meritaid.com/

 

 

Use to get access to tons of scholarship opportunities just for you.

 

 

 

Cappex

 

https://www.cappex.com/

 

Search for colleges, read college student reviews, and get connected to scholarships.

 

 

 

Student Scholarships

 

http://www.studentscholarships.org/

 

Use to search a database of scholarship opportunities.

 

 

 

NJ College and University Scholarships

 

http://www.studentcollegescholarships.com/newjersey.html

 

Find scholarship and financial aid opportunities in the state of NJ. Information is for first year college students and includes 2 and 4 year colleges.

 

 

Financial Aid Resources 

 

Federal Student Aid

 

https://studentaid.ed.gov/

 

Interactive website through the U.S. Department of Education with information on preparing for college, applying for aid, and managing student loans.

 

 

 

FAFSA Application

 

https://fafsa.ed.gov/

 

The official website for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Use this to apply for financial aid!

 

 

 

FAFSA Pin Request

 

https://pin.ed.gov/PINWebApp/pinindex.jsp

 

Use to request a FAFSA pin number. You will need to a request a pin to complete you FAFSA application.

 

 

 

CSS/Financial Profile

 

https://student.collegeboard.org/css-financial-aid-profile

 

Use to create a financial aid profile on CollegeBoard’s website. Some colleges will require you to create a profile to apply for financial aid.

 

 

 

Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESSA)

 

 

http://www.hesaa.org/Pages/Resources.aspx  

 

Information on financial aid resources including grants, scholarships, and loans and how to manage your finances for college. 

 

 

Financial Aid Checklist for Students and Parents

 

 

https://secure-media.collegeboard.org/CollegePlanning/media/pdf/BigFuture_Finanical_Aid_checklist.pdf

 

This handout provides you with a checklist of all the steps you will need to take in order to receive financial aid.

 

Athletics Eligibility Information

 

NCAA Eligibility Center

 

 

http://web1.ncaa.org/ECWR2/NCAA_EMS/NCAA.jsp

 

Interactive website with everything you need to know about the NCAA including its athletic divisions and sports.

 

 

 

NCAA Guide for the College-Bound Student Athlete

 

 

http://www.ncaapublications.com/productdownloads/CBSA15.pdf

 

Details everything you need to do in high school to ensure your eligibility for NCAA college athletics.

 

 

NCAA

(4 year college)

 

http://www.ncaa.org/  

 

Information about the different levels of collegiate athletics within the NCAA and athletic scholarships.

 

 

 

NCIA

(4 year college)

 

http://naia.org/  

 

Information about the NCIA including sports offered and participating colleges and universities.

 

 

 

NJCAA

(2 year college)

 

http://www.njcaa.org/

 

Information about the NJCAA including sports offered and participating 2 year colleges.

 

 

Career Planning

 

Occupational Outlook Handbook

 

http://www.bls.gov/ooh/

 

Search for any job or profession to find out information on the salary, outlook, and education needed to help you plan for your career.

 

 

 

O*NET

 

http://www.onetonline.org/find/

 

Use O*NET to assist you in searching careers by using different categories including bright outlook and preparation needed.

 

 

 

PHS Course Selection Guide (Graduation Requirements)

 

http://www.pps-nj.us/pps/images/Course%20Offering%20Booklet%202013-2014.pdf

 

Everything you need to know about course selection, graduation requirements, and how to use high school classes to plan for your future.

 

 

 

 

PHS Career Planning Guide

 

http://www.pps-nj.us/pps/images/PHS%20CAREER%20PLANNING%20GUIDE.pdf

 

 

Use this worksheet to help you determine which classes to take in high school based on your career interests.

 

Trade School Information

 

 

Real Work Matters

 

http://www.rwm.org/rwm/

 

Use this website to explore all different vocational career options and hundreds of trade schools that fit your needs! Search by program, career, or location.

 

 

 

ACIT Adult Education Program

 

 

http://www.acitech.org/adult_education/evening_program/

 

Information on vocational classes offered at ACIT in careers such as building trades, vehicle repair, cosmetology, EMT, and other health occupations.


 

 

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