Mission Statement
It is the mission of the school counseling program to provide the best possible education to every student in order to facilitate the growth and development of academic, personal, social, and career readiness skills. Through the implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program, we will empower students to reach their full potential. Every student will be provided access to support services for individual student needs to foster high academic achievement, to promote lifelong learning, and to encourage students to become responsible citizens.
The Counseling Center advocates for each student through transitions. We strive to provide continuity through academic, career, personal, and social development.
Counseling Staff | Academic Program of Studies | College and Career Preparation CTE, ECCA, ECHS Academy | Mental Health Services | NCAA Guide for Student-Athletes | SAT & ACT Test Information | SSHS School Profile | 8th to 9th Grade Academic Transition Information | Employment / Volunteer Opportunities | Financial Aid Information | Employment / Volunteer Opportunities | Education Verification Requests | Transcript Requests | Working Papers | Naviance
Counseling Staff
Counselors
- Mellisa Allen – extension 33351 m_allen@saratogaschools.org
- Serene Couture – extension 33310 s_couture@saratogaschools.org
- Brandy Crary – extension 33351 b_crary@saratogaschools.org
- Colleen Grassi – extension 33351 c_grassi@saratogaschools.org
- Siobahn LaMar extension 33351 s_lamar@saratogaschools.org
- Geoff Loiacono – extension 33310 g_loiacono@saratogaschools.org
- Matt Nelson – extension 33310 m_nelson@saratogaschools.org
- Maura O’Connell – extension 33310 m_oconnell@saratogaschools.org
- Zoe McLaughlin – extension 33351 z_mclaughlin@saratogaschools.org
Our Services
Academic Program of Studies
The Saratoga Springs High School Academic Program Guide is provided for students and parents as a guide to course selection and educational planning. View more information about the Academic Program Guide and course selection.
Mental Health Support
Our school counselors, school social workers, and school psychologists are here to support the mental health and social-emotional needs of our students.
- BHSN School-based Mental Health Clinic
- SSCSD Community Resource Guide
- Crisis vs. Warm Line Services
- Local Crisis Resources
College and Career Preparation
The Counseling Department guides students as they prepare for their post-secondary journeys in career and college. Our department has a variety of resources for students and families in navigating the college testing and application process.
Transcript/Graduate Record Requests
Requests for transcripts can be made by filling out the Transcript / Graduate Record Request Form.
All alumni transcripts requests will be processed on a four (4) day work day completion and will be done in the order they are received. This policy is not in effect during school breaks/holidays. However, they will be processed as soon as possible upon return from break. If you have questions, please call (518) 587-6690 Ext. 33310.
Working Papers
Working Card applications may be printed from the file on this page or picked up at the front desk of the Counseling Office before or after school, during your lunch period, flex, or study hall.
During the summer, working cards may be obtained from the counseling office from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. The application and physical update can be downloaded here:
CTE Programs
Career and Technical Education/WSWHE BOCES. For more information, click here or go to CareerAndTechEd.org
Here is the link to the New Visions Health page of the website which includes an overview, syllabus, and program video. New Visions Program Info
Early College Career Academy at SUNY Adirondack: College Experience at NO COST to You!
Have you ever thought of a world where you could receive up to 32 college credits at no cost to you and gain valuable college experience while in high school? If that opportunity interests you, this is the program for you! Click here to learn more about the Early College Career Academy. If you have any questions you can email adkecca@sunyacc.edu or cummingsr@sunyacc.edu.
Naviance
Naviance is a comprehensive college and career readiness platform that allows students to research careers and colleges, learn more about themselves through personality assessments, build a resume, and eventually, track the college application process.
Students will use Clever, a single sign-on system, that allows students to access all online resources with a single login. Clever will not only allow students to access Naviance, but also Schooltool, Office 365, and more!