Counseling Department
TEEN SCREEN MENTAL HEALTH SCREENING
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2024
What is Teen Screen?
Teen Screen is a voluntary and confidential mental health screening facilitated by the Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas that allows students to participate in a mental health wellness check-up. See below for a detailed letter about the screening that also contains a link to the Frequently Asked Questions.
When is Teen Screen?
Teen Screen will take place on campus at HPHS during your student’s English class on Tuesday, November 19th.
What action is required by parents?
After your student completes the Student Assent Form on Oct. 29th during English class, you will receive a confirmation letter of his/her participation choice with information regarding the screening. A parent must sign the Teen Screen Parent Consent form, whether opting in or out. The Parent Consent must be signed no later than Tuesday, November 5th.
FOR 10TH-12TH GRADERS ONLY: The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) tests will be given on December 2nd at 9:00AM in the Learning Theater.
- What is the ASVAB?
The ASVAB is a multi-aptitude test that helps you understand your strengths and potential for various career fields. It’s not just for students interested in the military; it’s a valuable tool for anyone exploring career options.
- Why Take the ASVAB?
The test provides insight into your skills and abilities, helping you make informed decisions about your future. Plus, it’s a great resource for personal and career development!
- When and Where?
December 2nd at 9am in the Learning Theater.
Please complete the form using the link below to register. Contact Ms. Jandrew in the counseling office with any questions. Deadline to register is November 22nd.
2024 Financial Aid Seminar 09/18/24
If you were not able to attend SENIOR PARENT NIGHT, click on the link below for a copy of the presentation.
Highland Park High School provides a comprehensive developmental guidance program. This program provides group as well as individual assistance in a proactive manner which emphasizes the response to students' expected developmental needs at a time when those needs can be most effectively met. The Guidance Department consists of seven academic guidance counselors who work with students according to their last names and two personal counselors who assist individual students and lead small groups. The four assistants/coordinators are available to assist students, parents, and college representatives.
HPISD Professional School Counselors provide a comprehensive counseling program for all students so they are equipped emotionally, socially and academically to live healthy lives and to be contributing members of society.
Vision:
Every HPISD student will be an inclusive, empathetic, resilient, engaged citizen of the global community.
COUNSELORS
NAME |
STUDENT ALPHA |
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Janay Hunt |
A-CL |
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Julie Tallant |
CO-GO |
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Amy Lam-Hamer |
GR-KING |
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Carolyn James |
KINH-MO |
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Ronny Winford |
MU-SCHO |
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Shawna Jandrew |
SCHR-WANG |
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Mindy McMinn |
WANI-Z |
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Lead Counselor |
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Michelle Altom |
Personal Counselor A-LEE |
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Christen Armer |
Personal Counselor LEH-Z |