• SHHS School Counseling Department

  • In only a few short days, our country witnessed back-to-back hate crimes in Buffalo, NY and Irvine, CA. Because there is so much conversation about these events on the news, on social media, and in our community, we want you to know that there are resources available to you if you want or need support. Please see this TIPSHEET from the National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center or see your School Counselor, who is available and ready to help.

  • APPRENTICESHIP & TRADES FAIR

    State Senator Tim Kearney & State Rep. Jennifer O’Mara will be hosting an Apprenticeship & Trades Fair which will take place on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the DCIU in Morton located at 200 Yale Ave. Morton, PA. The event will take place from 10am- 1pm. Students can register for the Apprenticeship Fair here however registration is not required.

    This event will be open to all students in Delaware County schools from grades 8 – 12, along with their parents and guardians.  Students are encouraged to come out and learn about careers, trades, technical jobs, labor jobs, and apprenticeship programs where they can earn living wages, and in some cases associate degrees for their training.   

    Please click here to see the event flyer

     

    Real Talk is a series of virtual info sessions from College Board aimed at "connecting black students to college".

    For more information, please visit cb.org/realtalk.

    Senior Meeting Document

    Common Application Essay Prompts:

    1. Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.
    2. The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?
    3. Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea. What prompted your thinking? What was the outcome?
    4. Reflect on something that someone has done for you that has made you happy or thankful in a surprising way. How has this gratitude affected or motivated you?
    5. Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.
    6. Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more?
    7. Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you've already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design.

    Interview Tips and Etiquette

    College Visits - Questions to Ask

    College Essay Resources

    The College Essay Guy - 7 Great College Essay Tips to Help You Out

    Georgia Tech Admission Blog - College Admission Essays: "I've Heard That One Before"

    Tulane Admission Blog - "Ten Tips for an Epic College Essay"

    Delaware County Community College - Dual Enrollment Program - CHECK THIS OUT!!!!
     
    DCCC is pleased to announce a special opportunity for high school juniors and seniors.  Students may enroll in college classes at DCCC while completing their high school curriculum.  Eligible juniors may take up to 9 credits, and seniors may take up to 12 credits at the amazing reduced rates of $50 per credit (with fees included) for a sponsoring school district, and $100 per credit (with fees included) for a non-sponsoring district.  The $25 application fee is also waived. 
     
    For more information, call 610-359-5333 or enroll@dccc.edu. Check out the website as well - www.dccc.edu/highschool
     
    Click here for more information and registration form

    Financial Aid presentation by Frances McKeown from PHEAA

    Click here for presentation.

     
    STANDARDIZED TESTING INFORMATION
    SAT Test: Click Here
    ACT Test: Click Here
     
    ATTENTION CLASS OF 2022!! -  Are you confused about the college application process?
    Click here for the complete Guide To College Planning
     
    Here's a brief summary of how to get started:
     
    Seniors - This LINK is a very informative video concerning linking the Common App and Naviance!
    Look for scholarship and summer opportunities information on the SHHS guidance page.  Information is always being added and updated - please be aware of scholarship/summer application deadlines!
    Remember to click on the SAT-ACT-AP Information link on this webpage for a multitude of test prep options - including free, practice standardized tests and test prep tutors!
     
    SAT Registration:  Students may register online at http://www.collegeboard.org.  The test center number for SHHS is 39-700. The code number for Strath Haven High School is 395-015.
    ACT Registration: You may register online at http://www.actstudent.org.  The test center code for SHHS is 216670. The high school code for SHHS is 395-015.