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Welcome To
White Plains High School
Meet the Counselors!
North House Counselors
Enrique Cafaro and Magda Martas
422-2149
422-2175
South House Counselors
Alvera Pollard and Denise Velasquez
422-2164
422-2163
Main Office Counselors
Genevieve Little and Sade Ortiz
422-2427
422-2168
Each of the counselors . . .
Has a caseload of approximately 185 students, divided evenly
among the grade levels.
Is the counselor for your child throughout high school; will have
your child if that counselor has/had your child’s older sibling. We
always try to maintain sibling matches with counselors.
Works closely with other PPS staff (social workers, psychologists)
to ensure that your child is successful in high school socially and
emotionally as well as academically.
Works closely with the house administrator with whom he/she
shares your child.
The Role of the School Counselor
Review Progress and Set Goals
Encourage Extra-Curricular Involvement
Career & Post High School Planning
Problem Solving Skills
Program Planning
Create a Caring & Trusting Relationship
Successful Transition to 9th Grade
Navigating the Building
Increased Responsibility
Effective Time Management
Enhancing Your Study Skills
Advocating for YOURSELF!!!
Get Involved
Clubs (Tiger’tivities)
Athletic Programs
Community Service
Get Busy!!!
Sara Hall
Student Activities Coordinator
High School Room C101
(914)422-2182
Know the Graduation Requirements
4-year Academic Plan
Consider Courses that
are Competitive, Challenging
and Aligned with Your Goals
and Interests
Choose Electives
that You Will Enjoy
Bell Schedule Period
1 7:40-8:23
2 8:28-9:11
3 9:16-9:59
4 10:04-10:47
5 10:52-11:35
LUNCH 11:35-12:11
6 12:16-12:59
7 1:04-1:47
8 1:52-2:35
• 5 minutes in between classes
• Classes meet for 43 minutes
• Universal lunch period
• Attendance in all classes is
essential
• Be prepared and on time
What credits are required to graduate
from High School?
Regents Diploma
4 Social Studies
4 English
3 Science
3 Mathematics
1 World Language
2 Phys. Ed. (4 years)
1 Fine Arts
.5 Health
3.5 Elective
Advanced Regents Diploma
In addition to what is required for a
Regents Diploma, you must earn 2
more credits in World Language,
for a total of 3 World Language
credits.
These are the minimum requirements for graduation.
Plan on doing a lot more to be competitive for college admission
or the world of work.
You must also pass required
assessments in order to graduate.
You must pass Regents examinations in:
To earn an Advanced Regents Diploma you must pass additional exams in Math and also the LOTE B Assessment.
Mathematics
English
Global Studies
U.S. History
Science
Academic Resources
Academic Study Centers in the Media Center and B-1
National Honor Society Tutors
After School Programs
Teacher Support during lunch, before & after school
Community Resources – White Plains Library, Youth Bureau, Slater Center & Centro Hispano
Exploring College & Career Options
Naviance
College Board
Personality Assessments
Discover Strengths
Identify Interests
Explore Opportunities
“Exploring Career Pathways”
Reminders
Attendance
Parent Portal – for Parents and Students!
Update School Records
Visit the School Website and Check out The Monthly Guidance Bulletin
Stay Involved!!!
WPHS Guidance Department
Lesley Tompkins, Director
(914)422-2174
Thank You!!
Visit our Website: www.wpcsd.k12.ny.us