We are excited about all the new initiatives and programs at Southern High School.  The mission of the SHS Counseling program is to enhance high achievement for every student.  We are committed to assisting your son or daughter in dealing with a wide range of issues, including academics, career explorations, personal problems and college admission.

A student may request to see a counselor by making an appointment with Mrs. Ramsey, Guidance Secretary.  Additionally, counselors will be in the cafeteria on designated days to share information, distribute materials and assist students as needed.

Our Mission:

The mission of the Southern High School (SHS) counseling department is to enhance high achievement for every student.  SHS counselors will work collaboratively with educators, parents, and the community.  Comprehensive student services will ensure that all students have access to and are prepared with the academic, personal/social, and career-related knowledge and skills necessary to become productive members of society.

Counseling Staff

New Graduation Requirements Class of 2010

• Incoming Freshman must score a 3 or higher on five EOCs or they will not receive credit for the course or graduate.
• English I
• Algebra I
• Biology
• Civics and Economics
• U.S. History
• Senior Project

Senior Project

• A review process will be in place.
• Students will submit a 8-10 page research paper on an approved topic of student choice.
• A product related to the paper that requires significant hours of work.
• A portfolio tha reflects the Senior Project process.
• A presentation to a panel of community and faculty members.
• Literature, service-based learning, or work-based learning experiences as defined by the state rubrics.

Websites for Parents:

Parent Resource Center: At Risk Youth Programs -- Help for Parents with Troubled Teen

Family and Parenting Resource Center

National Association for Gifted Children

Websites for Students:

The Council for Exceptional Children

Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention

Learning Styles

Teen Learning Network

Online Spanish Tutorial

Learn and Earn Online Program