Counseling
The mission of the Counseling Department at Riordan is to assist students in maximizing their personal, spiritual, and intellectual growth.
It is the goal of the Counseling Department to support students where they are at and encourage them to challenge themselves both in and outside of the classroom. The Counseling Department is staffed with experienced counselors for each division that are committed to the success of students. Additionally, a Head of College Counseling provides support to upper division students and families through the college search and application process, and a part-time Counseling Intern works with students who need more support.
Services Offered
Personal Counseling (upon request or as needed)
- Individual counseling to address problems of a personal or specific nature
- Drop-in hours before school, at munch, lunch and after school
- Parent conferences and referral resources
- Specialized support groups as needed
- Information for students on topics related to mental health
- Crisis intervention counseling
- Resources for parents with questions about adolescent development issues
Make an Appointment with a Counselor
General Academic Counseling
- Graduation requirements
- Additional opportunities outside the school day
- Resources for tutoring services in the community
- Standardized testing on National Testing Day
- Collaboration with certified counselors to provided educational assessments when needed
College/Career Counseling
- Research strategies for college requirements and programs
- A-G requirements
- College, university, and trade/technical school visits
- Scholarships and financial aid
- College Application workshops
- SCOIR Online System
- Visit our College Counseling website here
Parent Counseling Night Resources
Meet Our Counseling Team
Each class is assigned two counselors: a Class Counselor and a Wellness/Support Counselor. Our Class Counselors stay with one class of students throughout their four years at Riordan. A Wellness/Support Counselor is assigned to each grade level and supports them throughout their time at Riordan. Our Wellness/Support Counselors Beginning the second semester of junior year, a College Counselor joins the team in supporting the student and family through the college and post secondary planning process.
This rotational system allows counselors to develop strong relationships with their students, helping them navigate the academic, social, and personal challenges of high school
Jackie Grealish
Titles:
Social Science Instructor, Counseling Associate, AP Testing Coordinator
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