The month of November is National Scholarships Month, which is an effort to raise awareness about the types of scholarships available for students applying to college. When preparing for higher education, determining how to handle the financial aspect is a major part of the process. There are many types of financial assistance for college, including…
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National School Counseling Week at Laurel Springs
The School Counseling department at Laurel Springs is an amazing resource. Our school counselors are here to help students achieve their goals and have a successful academic experience. Did you know that school counselors can help students with these issues? Academic planning Course selection Social and emotional health College and career planning Time management Study skills If…
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Helping Children Cope with Tragedy
Our school community expresses immense sorrow and sympathy for all those affected by Friday’s tragedy in Connecticut. As educators and parents, an event like this shakes us to the core, and we know it affects our entire community. We want to help support you when it comes to addressing tragedy with your children. The National…
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School Counselors Host College Admissions Planning Webinar
Laurel Springs Hosts College Admissions Planning Webinar for Students and Families Do you have questions about applying to college? Our high school counselors are hosting a live, interactive college admissions planning webinar. We will review application expectations, discuss how to select the right college, outline the admissions process, and provide advice about deadlines and financial aid. All…
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Laurel Springs Celebrates Healthy Choices During Red Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon Week at Laurel Springs Red Ribbon Week is the oldest and largest drug prevention campaign in the U.S. Started in 1988. Today, Red Ribbon Week is recognized and celebrated throughout the United States by individual who commit to healthy, drug-free lives. The theme of Red Ribbon Week for 2012 is “The Best Me…
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Top 5 Tips for Making the Most of College Fairs
Make the Most of Your College Fairs Fall and spring can be ideal times for high school students, especially juniors and seniors, to visit regional college fairs. College admissions offices send representatives (usually admissions officers or alumni) to staff information tables and meet with prospective students. While it can be easy to find some information about…
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Register for AP Exams
Advanced Placement Courses at Laurel Springs School Advanced Placement courses can give high school students many advantages. More than 90% of U.S. colleges accept successful AP exam scores for college credit or advanced course assignments. Students who take two or more AP courses have a 76% chance of completing their Bachelor’s degree, in part because…
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Laurel Springs Represented at ASCA Conference
Laurel Springs Partakes in School Counselor Conference Where can you find a national gathering of trained professionals whose purpose is to guide our children through school with experience, talent, and warmth? At ASCA (American School Counselor Association), the school counselor conference allows counselors to assemble once a year to attend workshops, hear keynote speeches, increase…
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Sarah Morissette: An Expert in Preparing our Students for College
Academic Planning with Sarah Morissette Laurel Springs families benefit from the depth of experience that Sarah Morissette brings to our School Counseling department. As a high school counselor, Sarah is dedicated to providing guidance to students as they navigate complex issues such as academic planning and preparing for college. Sarah, an ASCA member who holds…
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Sharon John: Personalized Academic Support
Sharon John’s Personalized Academic Support Sharon John, who recently joined Laurel Springs as a middle school counselor, has a rich background in providing personalized academic support to students and their families in a variety of circumstances. The combination of her skills and experience, ability to provide personalized academic support, and her passion for helping children…
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