Counseling
Phone: 616-532-1593
Fax: 616-532-3733
Welcome to KHS Counseling!
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What We Do:
The counseling office staff is committed to supporting all KHS students as they work toward success in academics, post-secondary planning, and in their social/emotional well-being. The goal of KHS counselors is to support, guide, and direct students as they navigate various high school experiences, and to help prepare them for a successful, fulfilling life after graduation.
Academics:
School counselors meet with students individually and in a classroom setting to discuss academic goals and various post-secondary options. Academic plans are developed based on a student’s career preferences, Educational Development Plan (EDP) results, and academic performance. School counselors emphasize the importance of consistent attendance, the development of effective study habits, responsible time-management, and successfully passing classes in order to graduate in four years.
Post-Secondary Planning:
School counselors help students plan for a successful life after high school by exploring various post-secondary options. College and university representatives visit KHS and meet with students throughout the first semester. Students who are interested in vocational training typically meet with both the counselor and the KHS School-to-Work Coordinator to explore job training opportunities and vocational school options. Military recruiters from each branch also visit the school and meet with interested students throughout the year.
Social/Emotional:
School counselors are available to support students with personal issues with which they may be struggling; however, these services are time-limited. If deemed necessary, counselors will make referrals to professional counseling organizations with student and parent consent. Small group counseling is also offered during the school day (on a weekly basis, for six to eight weeks). The goal of small group counseling is to help students learn coping skills and gain support from others who struggle with similar issues. Topics of focus range from anxiety, depression, anger management, grief and loss, stress, healthy relationships, and more.
All counseling offered in the KHS counseling office is confidential. Confidentiality is maintained unless a student threatens to harm him/herself, or discloses that he/she plans to harm another individual, or shares that he/she is being harmed or exploited illegally.
Course Curriculum Guide for 2022-2023 School Year
Graduation Requirements
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Math |
= 4 Credits |
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English |
= 4 Credits |
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Science |
= 3 Credits |
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Social Studies |
= 3 Credits |
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Health & P.E.* |
=.5 Credits Each |
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Electives |
= 4 Credits |
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World Language** |
= 2 Credits |
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Fine Art** |
= 1 Credit |
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* P.E. waivers for Marching Band & Athletics accepted when the student has played for the organization for two seasons (Due to COVID-19, P.E. waivers will not be granted for 2020-2021 Fall Semester)
** Students can complete (1) World Language credit & (2) Fine Art credits to fulfill requirements.
Early Graduation Information
Any student who has completed all graduation requirements by a date earlier than his/her designated class must submit a request in writing (signed by a parent if the student is under the age of 18) to the principal to graduate at the earlier date. The request must be completed by/on the last Friday of September during Junior/Senior year.
The principal will review the request to ensure all conditions for graduation are met (see Early Graduation Document Options 1-4 on the form). A letter will be issued in lieu of the regular diploma attesting to the student’s early completion of graduation requirements. A diploma will be available to the student after the scheduled commencement date. The student may opt to return and participate in regular graduation ceremonies with his/her designated class or completion year class in late spring. In addition, once all requirements are deemed to be complete, it is recognized that the student has completed high school and will no longer attend. Seniors who complete credit requirements by the end of the first semester of their senior year, can complete their senior year with administration approval.
Early graduation forms are available in the counseling office.
Seal of Biliteracy
Seal of Biliteracy
The Michigan Seal of Biliteracy is presented to students who have demonstrated proficiency in the English language, as well as in at least one other language. This seal benefits students if they attend a post-secondary institution or if they enter the workforce. Qualifying students may take the assessment in the spring of their senior year. Click on the link below to learn more about the criteria needed to be eligible to apply.
More information regarding application
State of Michigan Biliteracy Brochure--English
Academic Support
GVSU K-12 Connect Virtual Tutoring is a free virtual, one-on-one tutoring service that uses the Zoom platform to work with students. This service will be available beginning on Monday, October 5, 2020. For more information, visit the website provided and follow the directions to register your child. https://www.gvsu.edu/k12connect/k-12-connect-virtual-tutoring-2.htm
Khan Academy is a free online service that offers support in several core subjects. Students have a quick link on the Clever homepage of their chromebooks. Visit Khan Academy by clicking the link provided. https://www.khanacademy.org
