Welcome to the Counseling Department

School counselors work with students, parents, and teachers as an integral part of the school program. Counselors promote school success through a focus on academic achievement, prevention and intervention activities, advocacy and social/emotional and career development.
We ask that all students and parents call ahead to make an appointment so that we may best serve you. Please call 693-7688 or email Wendy BrasherMichelle Pike, or your counselor (see below for breakdown and email links). In the event of an emergency, tell the secretaries and you will be seen immediately. There is always a counselor "on call". 
If you have an after-hours counseling emergency, call COPE at 693-2673. COPE is a 24-Hour confidential telephone Crisis Service staffed by professionally trained volunteers and staff.

Counseling Resources

Counselors are available for students and parents to discuss academic and developmental issues as well as make referrals to outside agencies. 

Below are links to local agencies in our area. For specific referrals please see a counselor.

COPE 693-2673 
24 Hour Confidential Crisis Services

Community Services Board 
Local mental health services

New Horizons Family Counseling 
Free family counseling to GCPS 

Referral Form

Contact Us

School Counseling Office Hours:   
Monday- Friday 7:15 AM-3:30 PM

6680 Short Lane  
Gloucester, Virginia 23061 

(804) 693-7688
(804) 693-2316 (fax)

Scheduling

Click here to view or download the current Program of Studies.

Rising Freshman Parent Night

Rising Freshman Presentation
Click above to view the presentation from the Rising Freshman Parent Night.
 
9th Grade Scheduling Sheet
Select above to view/print/download the 9th grade scheduling sheet.

GHS Internships/Jobs for Students

Click here to be taken to the GCEP site.

Other Items

Testing
Click here to be re-directed to the Testing & Assessment page where you can find information on the PSAT, SAT, ACT and other assessment opportunities offered at GHS.
 
Student Registration
 
Early College Scholars Agreement
 
NCAA Clearinghouse Eligibility
 
Middle Peninsula Regional Adult & Career Education

SAT & ACT Resources

College Resources

Senior College Planning Calendar
 
Junior College Planning Calendar
 
Sophomore College Planning Calendar
 
Freshman College Planning Calendar


Naviance
Naviance is now accessible through your Google Account. Just go to the app waffle to find the link.

 
Common Application Website
College Admission site for over 450 colleges and universities.

Linking Naviance with Common App Video

Virginia Opportunities Resource Book

Transcript Request Forms

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Scholarship Listings & Financial Aid Information
Scholarship listings can be found through your NAVIANCE account. The GHS Scholarship Application can also be found there.

GHS School Counseling College and Financial Aid Presentation


FAFSA Video Link
Click the link above to view a great video regarding the 2023-2024 FAFSA.

Counselor Assignments

·     Mr. Matthew Lord (Last Name:  A-Bl)

·     Mr. Joshua Coleman (Last Name:  Bo-E)

·     Mrs. Jill Daniel (Last Name:  F-Ja)

·     Mrs. Caroline Reddy (Last Name:  Je-N)

·     Mrs. Patrice Stokes (Last Name:  O-Sm)

·     Mrs. Heidi Lally (Last Name:  Sn-Z)

Students- to schedule an appointment with your school counselor, come in before school, during lunch or after school.  NOT during class!