School Counseling
Welcome to the Simsbury High School Counseling Department
Simsbury High School is a unique school, rich in tradition and spirit. It is a wonderful environment in which to grow academically, personally, and socially. You will be presented with many new and exciting opportunities to explore areas of interest that will help cultivate this growth. It is the philosophy of the School Counseling Department to encourage and promote this exploration as a means of self-inquiry, and as an important tool in the development of self-awareness. We pride ourselves in understanding how individualized the developmental process is for each student and work hard to encourage choices that will help you question your assumptions, challenge your intellect, and stimulate your creativity.
Greg Stillman
Director of School Counseling
News
AP Exams
AP exams begin next week on Monday, May 5, and continue through Friday, May 16. The exam schedule can be found here: AP Exam Schedule and room assignments can be found here: AP Room Assignments. Students should arrive at their assigned room by 7:30 am for morning exams and 11:30 for the afternoon exams. Students taking an afternoon exam should go to lunch prior to taking the exam. Afternoon exams will go past the end of the school day, so students will need to make transportation arrangements to get home or to sporting events. On the day of testing, students should bring (2) blue or black pens, and a calculator with batteries (if needed for exam). All exams except for Spanish and French are all or partially digital, so students should bring their fully charged Chromebook and charger.
Summer Classes
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
More information can be found here.
Events
8th Grade Course Selection Night
On Tuesday, January 21, all 8th Grade students and families are invited to attend Course Selection Night at Simsbury High School to learn about the elective area course offerings available to students.
Becoming a College Bound Student-Athlete
On Thursday, November 21, Simsbury High School Athletic Director Jeff Pinney and Director of Counseling Greg Stillman hosted a program called ‘Becoming a College Bound Student-Athlete’. The program covered all of the information needed to become an NCAA college bound student-athlete and was open to parents and students of all grade levels interested in playing sports at the college level.
Financial Aid Night
On Wednesday, October 16 the School Counseling Office hosted How to Pay for College .The program was presented by Charles Wareham, an expert in the field of college funding strategies. Attendees learned effective ways to save and invest for college, how to make the most of the financial aid system, and how to negotiate their financial aid package.
SpringPath College Fair
SpringPath College Fair- Wednesday, October 2, 2024 from 5:00pm – 7:00pm at the South End Boys and Girls Club of Hartford. The fair is being hosted by a company called SpringPath and over 100 colleges will be in attendance. Registration is free for all students and families to attend. Information, including registration, can be found at: College Fair Registration
Senior Parent Night
On Wednesday, September 4 the School Counseling Office hosted a virtual Senior Parent Night. Counselors presented pertinent information regarding the post high school planning process. They discussed the present trends in college admissions, explained specific procedures to complete college applications, talked about the resources available to seniors, and answered questions from parents.
NEW Students to SHS (Grades 10-12)
The School Counseling Office hosted a "New to Simsbury" student orientation for grades 10-12 on Wednesday, August 21 in the student center.
- Transcript Requests
- Counseling Staff
- Meeting with your Counselor
- Grade 9
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
- Grade 12
- College Fairs & Open Houses
- College Resources
- College Representatives
- Forms
- Internships Outside of SHS
- Mental Health Resources
- Naviance Student
- Opportunities Board
- Post High School Planning
- Program of Studies & School Profile
- Scholarships
- Student Athletes/NCAA
- Standardized Testing
- Employment Opportunities/Working Papers