GUIDANCE/COUNSELING RESOURCES & LINKS

Advanced Placement Information:

• 2012 Exam Schedule

Advisory

• Information on RHHS's Advisory Program (calendar, topics, etc.) can be found at https://sites.google.com/site/rhhsadvisory/

Career Searches

• Click here for a list of online career searches. 
• CollegeEd Online is a secure website that contains instructional lessons and resources for students and educators, including video content for self-discovery and career exploration. 
• Roadtrip Nation is an extensive video library of student-led interviews with life leaders who share their experiences and careers. 
• Resources for Women in Technology:
  • www.womenintechnology.org/index.asp
  • www.guidetocareereducation.com/careers
  • www.womenworkingintechnology.org/wp/

College Planning

• See College Application Process on how to notify Guidance as students apply to colleges.
• Resources from the CT Department of Higher Education:
  • Questions to Ask when Choosing a College
  • Life After High School
  • Parent College Prep
  • Financial & Academic Affairs for Higher Education - Publications
• Connecticut College Directory: A reference listing all colleges and universities which are accredited to operate in CT as well as sources of information about higher education. For more information, visit the EEIC online at www.ctohe.org/edinfo. 
• College Week Live (www.collegeweeklive.com) is a resource for more information on colleges offering:
  • free online college fair and admissions events;
  • application tips and advice;
  • the ability to visit hundreds of colleges and universities virtually making the application process easier;
  • live streaming video keynote presentations, such as information on paying for college, preparing for the SAT.
• KnowHow2GOConnecticut (www.Knowhow2GoCT.org) is a national campaign and family-friendly website that hosts resources and activities for students and their families.  It targets, encourages and prepares first-generation college attending families to actively pursue post-secondary education.  Visit a virtual college campus, speak to an advisor and participate in career surveys and activities.  Visit the resource page that is a one-stop shop for programs that connect students to post-secondary education.

• What Will They Learn (www.WhatWillTheyLearn.com ) is a free resource that focuses on seven key areas of knowledge designed to help decide whether the colleges you are considering prepare their graduates to succeed after graduation. 

• YouCanGo! is a free website that provides inspiration and practical support to help more students go to college. Visit http://youcango.collegeboard.org to view real student stories; college options; 20 nearby colleges; the college pledge; and next steps to college. 

Forms

• Sample Resume

Homework Helpline from Big Y

• Monday - Thursday from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
• 1-800-866-BIGY or www.bigy.com/homework

NCAA

• NCAA College-bound Student Athletes Eligibility Center
• NCAA Freshmen-Eligibility Standards Quick Reference Sheet

VHS (Virtual High School)

• Motivated and disciplined students may be interested in taking VHS classes.  There are over 150+ classes to choose from.  Students should complete and return the application to Guidance - enrollment is limited per class. For more information, click here, visit http://www.govhs.org or contact your counselor or Mrs. Latina (RHHS's VHS Site Coordinator). 

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