STUDENT SERVICES

The counsellors associated with the Guidance Department offer a variety of services to students and parents:

• individual counselling about courses, careers and personal matters; 
• group presentations about careers and future education; 
• printed information, videos and computer programs about jobs, colleges, universities and other opportunities; 
• a computer service called CHOICES and CAREER CRUISING to help you learn about careers and future opportunities; 
• records of your accumulated credits; 
• information about scholarships and financial aid for further education; 
• help in adjusting to Valley Heights Secondary School; 
• help in finding jobs; 
• preparation for job interviews; 
• résumé writing; 
• personal crisis counselling; 
• referrals to community agencies for help with particular problems; 
• referrals to the school psychologist or social worker for counselling with students and/or parents. 
• confidential referrals to S.T.A.R. counsellor for information and counselling about physical, emotional and sexual abuse. 
• Career/Interest Surveys help students know more about themselves with regard to scholastic ability, interests, etc.

Although Guidance counsellors try to see every student every year with regard to future plans, you may request an interview at a time best for you rather than waiting to be contacted.

SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES AND AWARDS

All students are automatically eligible for scholarships and subject awards. Bursaries on the other hand, must be applied for and application forms may be obtained from Guidance. Information regarding Scholarships, Bursaries and awards may be obtained in a handout from Guidance.

STUDENT ACTIVITY FEE

All students at Valley Heights Secondary School are expected to pay an activity fee for which they are given a Student Card. This card entitles each student to participate in extra-curricular activities, to attend dances, and to enjoy the events and activities planned throughout the year by the Students' Council, the Athletic Association, and the other clubs and teams that the fee supports.

Student Card Fee: $25.00 (includes agenda) We expect all students to purchase a student’s card.