Sierr a Counseling Department

1. Sierra Counseling Department What Parents Need to Know

2. Sierra High School Counseling Center ASCA National Model: Framework for School Counseling Programs Mrs. Downing-Cornwell PM Counselor (PM Alpha A-Z) CAL-SAFE Case Manager Insight Group Facilitator Foster Youth/Homeless Support Liaison (ATLAS) Project Hope Mentor Coordinator Mrs. Coston Head Counselor (AM Alpha M-Z) Community College Liaison-Transition to Success GPA Verification/Cal Grants Graduation Committee Master Schedule Leadership Team Scholarships Professional Development Team College/Career Lead Summer Grad Program ASCA Site Coordinator District School Counseling Advisory Committee Mrs. Ceballos AM Counselor (AM Alpha A-L) Trauma/Stress Group Facilitator School Climate and Culture Coach Scholarships Senior Activities District Crisis Team Work Permit Student Wellness Committee SEL Lead Mr. Travis Briscoe AM/PM Counselor Synergy Day Whateveris needed and more!

3. Sierra System • Modified Day- AM and PM Sessions • Each semester is 6 weeks long = 6 semester in 1 school year • We offer 4 classes every 6 weeks = 120 possible credits a school year • Mission: Credit Recovery, Return to Home School, Graduation, Social/Emotional/Life Skills Guidance, Post Secondary Prep • The Three A’s: Academics Attendance Attitude

4. Counseling Core Curriculum Lessons • New Student Orientation (How To Thrive At Sierra) • In counseling office every block • Growth Mindset • Pathway A class every block • College/Career/Financial Aid 101 • Pathway B class every block

5. Interventions Groups Offered: • StressLess: Anxiety and Depression • Open Space: Open Group (Trauma Informed) • Grief Support • SBSAS: San Bernardino Sexual Assault Services • Insight • Check In Check Out: CICO • Individual counseling • Progress Reviews • Referrals to outside services which include but not limited to: • Crisis treatment centers (TAY) • Community resource centers (SAC ) • Victor Community

6. Progress Reviews • Progress reviews are held every block after block 1 • Students who failed 2 or more classes • Possible Interventions • Progress monitoring • RISE meeting • Schedule adjustment • Expectations contract • Referral to alternative program i.e ICEC, Destination Diploma, Job Corps

7. Counseling Protocol • Students will use Google appointment system to sign up to see counselor • They can use any computer/smart phone on campus to accomplishthis • Students may sign up in the counseling office on break, or afterschool • Appointment turnaround time is typically 1 to 2 days

8. The Three A’s: Attendance • 6 week accelerated semesters weigh heavy on attendance • Schedule adjustments made if excessive absences/tardies • Sports: Athletes have PM schedule and AM practice/games • Log In to AERIES Portal to check your student’s progress

9. Career & Technical Training Did you know that the average earnings for a person with a one-year certificate in the Inland Empire are 84% higher than a person with only a high school diploma or a GED? From popular courses in automotive technology and computer information technology to training tomorrow's pre-school teachers and gourmet chefs, SBVC offers classes that are convenient for your busy schedule. Evening, weekendand online classes are available with millions of dollars of the latest equipment in test labs and training facilities aimed at preparing you for the workforce or continuing on to get your B.S. or B.A. degree.

10. Job Corps • Hands-on training in high-demand industries like Health Care, Information Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, Construction, Automotive and Machine Repair, Hospitality, and much more • Training programs take approximately 8-15 months to complete • Tuition-free to income eligible young men and women between the ages of 16 and 24, transportation provided • 80 percent of graduates either enter the workforce, join the military, or go on to higher education or an apprenticeship

11. Inland Career Education Center Career Technical Programs: • Medical Education • CNA (Certified Nurse Assistant) • Medical Assistant • Vocational Nursing (Ranked #3 in the state) • Home Health Aide • Business and Computer • Microsoft Office Suite • Quickbooks (Software for banking, accounting, inventory and finance) • Customer Service Education • Barber Apprentice Program • Security and Protective Services • Public Safety Officer • School Campus Officer • Loss Prevention Agent • Training programs range from 6 months to 2 years • Prices range from $50 to $3,000

12. FAFSA-FREE MONEY FOR COLLEGE! • What are the different types of financial aid? • Grants, Work study, Scholarships, Loans • How long does it take to complete the FAFSA? • Approximately 30 minutes if you have all of the necessary information (CASH FOR COLLEGE Night November 7th 6-8PM) • How much does it cost to fill out? • Nothing, it’s FREE! • Will your student need your financial information? • Yes, but only to determine how much financial aid they will qualify for. Not for the purposes of evaluating where you work or what you do • Can a student who is not a citizen receive free financial aid? • Yes! They would complete the DREAM ACT application

13. Scholarships Criteria to qualify: Completed portfolio Attend meetings AND mock interviews Be present for official scholarship interview Apply to college and attend!

14. Counseling Advisory Council • This year, the Sierra counseling department will be implementing an advisory council in order to assist with evaluating, supporting, and driving our comprehensive counseling program • Counseling advisory council will consist of counseling staff, admin (1), students (2-3), parents (2-3), and community members (2-3)=WE NEED YOU! • Meetings will be held in the afternoon, once in Fall (Aug-Dec) and once in Spring (Jan-June)