Links for Parents & Guardians!
Download a School Counseling Department Brochure!
The 2007-2008 New York State Report card.
The 2008-2009 Learning Environment Survey
The 2008-2009 Progress Report showing how The Computer School is closing achievement gaps.
Department of Education Quality Review Report
ALL ABOUT THE COMPUTER SCHOOL
Information for Parents of Eighth Graders from the College Board.
InsideSchools.org for insider opinions about high schools plus lots of tips and advice.
Information about learning disabilities.
Information about the fairness of standardized testing.
Information about test anxiety and tips for dealing with it.
Keeping Youth Mentally Healthy and Drug Free Family Guide
Helping Your Child Succeed
New York City Department of Education
Homework Tips for Parents
Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) --information about transgender issues.
ALL ABOUT SCHOOL COUNSELING!
The Center for School Counseling Outcome Research (CSCOR): dedicated to improving the practice of school counseling by developing the research base that is necessary for responsible and effective practice.
American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
Ethical Standards for School Counselors from ASCA
Counselor Ethics from the American Counselor Association (ACA)
Summary of ASCA National Model in English
ALL ABOUT THE
HIGH SCHOOL APPLICATION PROCESS
Links to high school handbooks are here.
Handbook: Preparing for the High School Process (This was distributed at 7th grade parent/guardian meeting.)
Making Choices: A High School Admissions Handbook
High School Information Chart (found at the back of hard copies of High School Handbook)
Online High School Directory
Specialized High Schools Student Handbook--Admissions Information and Sample Tests
New Schools High School Directory--High schools opening in Fall 2010
Ethical Standards for School Counselors from ASCA
Summary of ASCA National Model in Spanish
Homework Tips for Parents
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