Our department provides a broad range of programs and services for our students, their parents/guardians and the school community.
Guidance counsellors address questions and concerns regarding high school program planning, academic success, post-secondary education, career planning, as well as assisting students with personal and social issues.
Book an Appointment
Students will book an appointment digitally via Teach Assist. If you have any questions, please email our Guidance Secretary, Ms. Yu.
Students will be assigned a counsellor according to their surname, but may book an appointment with any counsellor.
| Alpha | Counsellor |
|---|---|
| A to E | Mr. Kent |
| F to Li | Ms. Halko |
| Lo to R | Mr. Khandor |
| S to Z | Ms. Jackson |
| Concussion Management | Ms. Martinez |
From a student's Teach Assist account, find the 'Appointment Bookings' section.
Locate the appropriate alpha Guidance counsellor based on last name.
Choose the day you would like to meet the Guidance counsellor by clicking on the calendar.
Choose a time to see the Guidance counsellor that is not during instructional time. Indicate the reason for the appointment and whether or not a parent/guardian will be attending. Appointments through Google Meet if virtual, but in person appointments are now happening (and parents/guardians can attend).
Book that time by clicking on it. A confirmation of the appointment will appear as a yellow bar in the Teach Assist account. Appointments can be cancelled by unclicking the time.
Wait to be contacted by the Guidance counsellor just before the appointment through an invite to Google Meet using the student's Gapps email account, or pop down to the Guidance office if the appointment is in person!
Note:
Appointments must be booked at least one day in advance.
Appointments should not be booked during instructional time.
Appointments can happen virtually or in person. In person is encouraged where possible.
What we do
Our guidance department serves the school community in a variety of ways:
- Supports students in academic planning and course selection.
- Helps students to seek out special pathways programs in secondary school that support their learning styles, interests and needs.
- Helps individual students to envision a plan for post-secondary and target some short and long term goals.
- Provides information around all post-secondary pathways (workplace, college, apprenticeship, university) and career pathways.
- Supports students in establishing effective study habits and exam preparation.
- Coaches in the scholarship application process.
- Supports students in such life skills as decision-making, problem-solving, conflict-resolution, stress and time management and relationship awareness.
- Provides personal counselling and referrals to community resources.
- Provides crisis counselling and referrals to community resources.
Experience secondary school
Explore My Options
There are many opportunities beyond the regular classroom to explore your education and career choices. Your first step in trying a new opportunity is being aware of those options.
- Secondary School Programs - There are many different programs available in secondary school that let you explore your interests and build your skills and experience. Learn more about secondary school programs. Know what interests you? Search for programs by sector.
- Alternate Ways of Learning - There are many different ways to access learning beyond the regular school day and classroom. This includes summer learning programs, night school, adult learning and more. Learn more about our continuing education programs.
- Opportunities Outside of School - How you choose to use your time outside of school can also have an effect on your personal growth and future planning. There are many possible ways to explore your initial post-secondary destination outside of school. Learn more about opportunities outside of school.
- Post-Secondary Options - There are many post-secondary education options and opportunities available after secondary school, including apprenticeship, college, university and private career colleges. Learn more about these options and how to plan for them. earn more about post-secondary options.
- Explore Careers - There are many online resources that can help you learn more about yourself and your employability skills, and explore jobs and careers. Learn more about career options.
Not sure which options are right for you? We are here to help. Visit the Guidance Office today. Learn more about how we can help.
Welcome Prospective Colts
