School Counselors

ABOUT YOUR SCHOOL COUNSELORS

About Us...

Lesley A. Kunkel, MA

Last Names A - F

lkunkel@cvsd.net | 412.429.2268

Mrs. Kunkel earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Penn State Erie and Master of Arts in Counseling from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. She holds a Level II Secondary School Counselor Certification from PDE.

Leah O'Malley, MA, NCC

Last Names G - N

lomalley@cvsd.net | 412.429.2629

Mrs. O'Malley earned her Bachelor of Arts in Music and Master of Arts in Counseling from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. She holds a Level II Secondary School Counselor Certification from PDE is also a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC).

Danyelle Boyd, MA, NCC

Last Names O - Z

dboyd@cvsd.net | 412.429.2271

Mrs. Boyd earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology and Master of Arts in Counseling from Geneva College. She holds a Level II K-12 School Counselor Certification from PDE is also a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC).

WHO ARE WE? OUR ROLE?

Activities for High School Counselors?

CAREER EXPLORATION

A comprehensive school counseling career exploration 339 plan is on file with the district. School Board Approved.

High School Career Portfolio Schedule

CAREER EXPLORATION RESOURCES

Naviance Student serves as each student's Individualized Career Portfolio. Students' experiences and learning will be documented, updated, and stored in this digital portfolio.

Our goal is to support every student’s journey in exploring career paths. Naviance Student is utilized through classroom lessons presented by teachers and school counselors, Advisory lessons, as well as for post-secondary planning.

Some of the career features include:

Career Interest Profiler

This tool helps students discover careers that match areas of their interest. Students are asked to answer “like”, “unsure”, or “dislike” to 180 different work activities. They then are given a listing of careers that best match their interests. Each listed career has a profile with detailed information such as job descriptions, education requirements, related occupations, related college majors, knowledge and skills required, common work activities/tasks, and wage outlook. All 10th grade students complete this assessment with a lesson presented by the counselors. This is then utilized to support their research for the writing of a career research paper in the English class.

Personality Type Assessment

The Do What You Are® Self Discovery Personality Type assessment will generate a report that will provide the student with important information about personal characteristics. They will learn about careers that are matched to their personal strengths and blind spots, how they negotiate in daily life, and a host of other useful information.

The Cluster Finder

The Cluster Finder helps students learn what career clusters may be a good match for them based on activities that they have interest, personal qualities, and subjects enjoyed studying at school. Each career cluster is then further divided into career pathways that allow students to complete more in depth research.

OTHER CAREER RESOURCES

US Bureau of Labor Statistics -The Occupational Outlook Handbook can help you find career information on duties, education and training, pay, and outlook for hundreds of occupations.

National College Fair – Students will have the opportunity attend the National College Fair held annually at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.

Representative Visits - Please register to attend via Naviance Student

Career Fair Field Trips – Students will have the opportunity to attend career fairs as available. Please talk to your school counselor for more information.

Work Study & Internships – This 12th grade only program allows students to mix the world of work along with schooling. It is recommended that students seek out positions that are related to their career of interest or allow them to learn and practice useful job skills that will future their work skills development.

Post-Secondary Meetings & Presentations – Students and parents have available to them meetings with counselors/collegiate coordinator to focus primarily on career interests and development. In addition, grade level goals & objectives are outlined and taught for all students. Annual morning & evening events are conducted to help students and parents work through post-secondary options and processes.

Advisory - Student groups meet monthly with their advisor to discuss a variety of topics including digital citizenship, career exploration, and post-secondary planning. Advisories utilize the Naviance student feature.

ASVAB – The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery is offered annually at CVHS. Students interested in learning about or registering for the ASVAB should talk to their school counselor. Keep in mind the ASVAB is not only a military used exam, it is a great career interest inventory as well. In no way are students committed or recruited by the military from taking the ASVAB.

Career Shadowing – Students have the opportunity if desired to be excused from school to complete a career shadow in an area of potential interest. Release forms must be completed prior to visit and are available in the Student Services Center.

COLLEGE in HIGH SCHOOL & PLTW

College in the High School (CiHS) allows high school students to simultaneously earn high school and college credit by completing courses at their high school. Curriculum is approved by the cooperating college/university and delivered by CV teachers.

CiHS Resources

Duquesne University CiHS website
CV - Duquesne Univ CiHS Procedures
University of Pittsburgh CiHS website
MSOE - Biomedical Sciences (PLTW)
PLTW Credit Application
NOCTI

AP vs CiHS

Will my CiHS credits Transfer to another institution?

One way to research the answer is to use TransferologyWe can not guarantee college credits will transfer. The credit transfer depends on the receiving school’s evaluation, policies, and your chosen major. Inquire with admissions if your CiHS credits will transfer. Historically, students have been able to utilize CiHS credits, and have found it worth purchasing at the discounted rate.

COLLEGE & APPLICATION RESOURCES

COLLEGE SEARCH

Your School Counselor is available by appointment to assist with college & career guidance. It's important for a student to find the best "fit" based on their priorities - size, academics, major, location, cost, atmosphere, and feel. By considering a plan for your college career now, you can be more prepared as you take the next step in your education. There are numerous events and resources available at Chartiers Valley High School to assist you throughout this process.

Presentations & Seminars

Resources & Links

Naviance Video Tutorials

Requests for letters of recommendation from teachers and school counselors should be made at least two weeks prior to the application deadline.

If your application requires a counselor recommendation, please notify your counselor via email or in person.

Transcript requests will NOT be accepted during Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, or on days the district is closed.

College Rep Visits at CVHS

Many representatives schedule visits on campus during the school day. Visits are held in the Colt Commons Conference Room. Students can attend meetings if they register online prior to the visit and have permission from their classroom teacher. Students are responsible for any missed classwork. The list of college visits can be found in Naviance under "What's New" heading.

A list is also posted on the daily HS bulletin.

COLLEGE PLANNING CHECKLISTS

COMMUNITY SERVICE

FINANCIAL AID

Financial Aid Resources

Amy Sawdey, our PHEAA representative, offers events to review the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process each October. She guides students and families through a step-by-step process of filing the FAFSA and state grant application.

Registration information is shared to students and parents via email, peachjar, and the district website.

Seniors

Juniors

Financial Aid webinars "Junior Jumpstarts" are offered each spring. Information is available on the district website and sent via email.

Financial Aid 101 Jumpstart Slides

CSS Profile

The CSS Profile, short for the College Scholarship Service Profile, is an online application created and maintained by the United States-based College Board that allows college students to apply for non-federal financial aid.

CSS Profile Participating College/Universities 2020

Resources

FAFSAEducationPlanner.org

GRADUATION PATHWAYS

PA Pathways to Graduation

(ACT 158)

Effective with the graduating class of 2023, students have the option to demonstrate postsecondary preparedness through one of four additional pathways that more fully illustrate college, career, and community readiness.

Keystone Exams will continue as the statewide assessment Pennsylvania uses to comply with accountability requirements set forth in the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).

Although students will no longer be required to achieve proficiency on the Keystone Exams to meet the statewide graduation requirement, students must take the Keystone Exams for purposes of federal accountability.

Details and Requirements of each Pathway:

PATHWAYS to GRADUATION

Chartiers valley credit requirements

NAVIANCE

The student's log in is a Single Sign On process (SSO) using their cvsd email address.

NAVIANCE STUDENT LOG INNaviance is a web-based software platform that provides students with a variety of features, including college research and matching tools, course planning, career assessments, and personality tests, and surveys to help students connect what they are doing in school to what they would like to do once they complete their education.

Naviance provides additional functionality to School Counselors to track the progress of individual students, communicate and collaborate with students and families, or create reports on their entire student population. Additionally, Naviance’s integration with "The Common Application" facilitates the submission of college applications, as well as online submission of transcripts, school forms and recommendations through Naviance eDocs.

Naviance helps students reach their goals by developing skills critical for college, career, and life.

NCAA ELIGIBILITY

NCAA

You need to be certified by the NCAA Eligibility Center to compete at an NCAA Division I or II school.

How to register

You need to create a Certification Account to make official visits to Divisions I and II schools or to sign a National Letter of Intent.

CV NCAA Approved Courses

NCAA COVID-19 Response FAQs

NEW STUDENT RESOURCES

PARKWAY WEST CTC

PARKWAY WEST CAREER & TECHNICAL CENTER

Parkway West CTC offers specialized trade and technical courses that are not available at the high school. Students may apply for the Parkway West CTC programs during their freshman year.

Chartiers Valley High School students grades 9 - 12 can attend CV for a half-day and the other half will be spent at Parkway West CTC.

Upon completing the course of studies at the technical school and the high school, the student may receive a certificate from Parkway West and a diploma from Chartiers Valley High School. Parkway West CTC aids graduates with job placement in their fields of study.

Website: www.parkwaywest.org

Instagram: @Parkwaywestctc

Address:
Parkway West CTC
7101 Steubenville Pike
Oakdale, PA 15071
Phone: (412) 923-1772

Parkway West CTC promotional video

Parkway West CTC website

PERSONAL/MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT

Personal Support Programs

School Counselors are available to meet with students and make appropriate community counseling referrals. Such as...

Student Assistance Program (SAP)
SAP Permission Form
AHN Chill Room & School Based Therapist
Confidential Legal Release
Counseling Resources
AFSP (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention)
Mental Health & COVID - 19
Self Care
Crisis, Mental Health, D&A Resources

re:solve Crisis Network

1.888.796.8226

SCHEDULING

School counselors are available to review the Program of Studies, online course request procedures, and distribute important scheduling information. Students are encouraged to take the most rigorous courses possible based on academic ability and their capacity to manage all aspects of life such as athletics, clubs and activities, and commitments outside of school.

Please review your child's course selections for the next academic year. Students are required to print & return their course request summary with a parent/guardian signature.

If you have questions about scheduling or need additional assistance, please contact your high school counselor. We look forward to working with students to reach their individual goals.

Student Request Portal Open: Feb 13 - 21.

Printed/Signed summaries due to English Teachers:

February 22-23.

Scheduling Resources

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OTHER...

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarship information mailed to the high school counselors is posted on Naviance .

TIPS ON SEARCHING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS! (PHEAA pdf)

Login to Naviance and look for the “Scholarship List” under “Colleges”

It is a good idea to utilize online scholarship searches. There are other scholarship sites, but we advise you DO NOT pay for a scholarship search.

Other resources include: Student clubs, sports, & activities. Also employers, organizations, or social clubs parents belong to.

STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SAP)

STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SAP) REFERRALS & FORMS

The primary goal of the SAP is to help students overcome barriers so that they may achieve, remain in school, and advance. SAP is a systematic process using techniques to mobilize school resources to remove barriers to learning. The core of the program is professionally trained to identify problems, determine whether or not the presenting problem lies within the responsibility of the school and to make recommendations to assist the student and the parent. When the problem lies beyond the scope of the school, the SAP team will assist the parent and student so they may access services within the community. The student assistance team members do not diagnose, treat, or refer to treatment; but they may refer for a screening or an assessment for treatment.

School personnel, peers, students themselves, or family members may refer students to SAP. Any person who is concerned about a student is encouraged to refer that student by submitting a SAP referral online.

Some signs and symptoms of students who may be referred to SAP are:

Decline in grades/academic performance

Poor attendance

Change in friends, behavior, or attitude

School phobia

Violation of school rules

Health problems

Alcohol and other drug use

Family issues/stress/violence

Being at risk for suicide or other mental problems including anxiety/fear, withdrawal, isolation, risk-taking or self-abusive behavior, eating/sleeping/grooming problems or peer relationship problems

Being a victim of violence/abuse

Eating, sleeping or grooming changes

SAP - Community Resources

EMERGENCIES/CRISIS


Resolve Crisis Network	1-888-796-8226 www.upmc.com/resolvecrisis
Crisis Text Line	Text HELLO to 741741 Crisis Text Line Info
CHILD ABUSE
Allegheny County CYF	412-473-2000
Pennsylvania CHILDLINE	1-800-932-0313
Pittsburgh Action Against Rape (24 hour hotline)	1-877-338-8255 412-687-8005

DRUGS/ALCOHOL
Allegheny County D/A Administration (Crisis Intervention Hotline)	412-350-3328 1-888-424-2287
Gateway Rehabilitation Center	1-800-427-1177
AL-A-Teen, AL-Anon Family Groups	412-572-5141
Narcotics Anonymous Helpline	412-255-1155
Outreach Teen & Family Services, Inc.	412-561-5405

EATING DISORDERS
Pittsburgh Educational Network for Eating Disorders	412-366-9966
WPIC's Center for Overcoming Eating Disorders	412-624-9329

GRIEF/LOSS
The Caring Place	1-888-244-4673
Cancer Caring Center	412-622-1212

HEALTH INSURANCE FOR UNINSURED CHILDREN
Caring Foundation for Children	1-800-543-7105

HELP-LINES & HOT-LINES
Runaway Hotline	412-661-1800
Contact Pittsburgh	412-820-4357
HOMELESSNESS Sara Salopek - Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness Program, Allegheny Intermediate Unit Food Bank of Bethany Presbyterian Church	412-394-5936 412-221-5132
RAPE/VIOLENCE
PAAR	1-800-363-7273
Women's Center & Shelter	412-687-8005

MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
American Psychological Association	1-800-621-4000
Allegheny MH/MR Administration	412-350-4457
Chartiers Community Center, Inc	412-221-3302
Family Line	412-344-7645
STAR Clinic (at Western Psychiatric Institute & Clinic)	412-246-5754
Vista Behavioral Associates	412-641-7016
Cranberry Psychological Associates, Inc.	412-220-0144
Intercare	412-831-0355
Allegheny Clinical Association	412-279-9500
Allegheny General Hospital - Child & Psychiatric Services	412-330-3041
Southwood Psychiatric Hospital	412-257-2290
Southwest Human Services	412-831-8821
Stepping Stones Psychiatric Care	412-221-7770
Outreach Teen & Family Services, Inc	412-561-5405
PREGNANCY
Allegheny County Health Department (Maternal & Child Health Program)	412-247-7950
Genesis of Pittsburgh	412-766-2693
Mom's House of Dormont	412-531-6667
Mom's House of Pittsburgh	412-271-2229
McGee Womens Hospital (Education & Outreach)	412-641-1000

SUMMER SCHOOL ~ ENRICH & CREDIT RECOVERY

Summer School

Credit Recovery

Students who failed courses/credits have various options for summer recovery. It is the student's responsibility to have their summer school grades mailed to the high school guidance office to be documented on their official transcript.

Enrichment

Students who take enrichment/acceleration courses (full length - non remedial) must also have a transcript sent to the high school guidance office. If approved, courses may count for credit but will not be included in the student's GPA calculation.

*The student/family are responsible for all summer school registration fees.

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CV CYBER ACADEMY - CREDIT RECOVERY

CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION

Registration: Now thru June 1 Program: June 1 - June 30

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EDUCERE

2023 Virtual Credit Recovery - Abbreviated Courses

REGISTER HERE

Please use Mr. Hubert as the school contact.

mhubert@cvsd.net

Abbreviated courses are NOT eligible for NCAA needs. Original Credit version must be taken if you are a prospective NCAA Division I and II student-athlete.

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Waterfront Learning (WFL)

Click here for registration

Enrich

For students in grades 9 - 12 who would like to advance academically by taking additional courses over the summer. Enrichment courses are not condensed; students should allow enough time to complete a full year’s worth of work during the summer session.

2023 Enrichment Course Offerings

Courses are not an option for students seeking NCAA eligibility.

Recover Now!

For students in grades 9 - 12 who have already taken a course during the regular school year were not academically successful.

2023 Recover Now! Course Offerings

Courses are not an option for students seeking NCAA eligibility.

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Project Succeed @ Keystone Oaks

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

TESTING (SAT/ACT/ASVAB)

SAT & ACT Resources

Test DATES

If you are sending test scores as a part of your college application you must send them directly from the SAT or ACT websites

PSAT & ASVAB are held during the school day annually - mid October.

All CV Juniors elect to take one or the other.

Free online practice

Khan Academy (SAT)
ACT Academy (ACT)

TRANSCRIPT REQUEST FORMS

TUTORING RESOURCES

ACADEMIC SUPPORT RESOURCES

Course Teacher – First line of support. A student can speak to their teacher to set up an individual or series of sessions for tutoring.

After School Academic Support – This resource is available after school and provides additional support in English, Math, and Science. Please contact your teacher or school counselor for more information.

Outside Services – Please note students/family are responsible for expenses associated with these programs, as well Chartiers Valley School District does not endorse any specific program.

3RPrep (ACT/SAT tutors)

www.3RPrep.com

412-855-5535

Club Z Tutoring

In Home Tutoring -Pittsburgh

Club Z! offers affordable, one-on-one tutoring in the student's home.

Office: 412-348-8599

Website: www.clubztutoring.com/pittsburgh

Huntington Learning Center

hlcsouth@comcast.net (http://huntingtonhelps.com/)

1-800-CAN-LEARN

Axios Tutoring

http://www.axiostutoring.com/

412-833-6060

Mathnasium

https://www.mathnasium.com/mountlebanon

300 Cedar Blvd, #2

Pittsburgh PA 15228

(412) 213.8696

mountlebanon@mathnasium.com

Omega Learning® Center - South Hills

521 Washington Avenue

Bridgeville, PA 15017

(724) 949-0770

Southhills@omegalearning.com

Debbie Sekel

Deb's Tutoring

412/855 1268

debbie@dsekel.com

Math/Science

Robin Satty, Teacher/Tutor

Specialty: Science

512.458.0527

robinsatty@gmail.com

Tracy L Smith Owner, Finding Physics

info@findphysics.com

412.440.7535

Sean Palermo, Founder/Instructor

Online Tutoring

Phone: (412) 999-0369

Mobile: (412) 956-5796

Email: Sean@palermoprep.com

Web: www.palermoprep.com

US GOV/ARMED SERVICES

The U.S. military has five branches of service: the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and Marine Corps. The requirements to join are similar for all five.

USAGov is the Official Guide to Government Information and Services

Your School Counselor can provide you with recruiter contact information. Recruiters also schedule visits in the HS Commons during lunch periods.

Local Air Force Recruiter

ANTHONY SCHMAUS, TSgt, USAF

Air Force Enlisted Recruiter

5476 Campbells Run Rd

Pittsburgh, PA 15205

C: 412-977-0854 website:

https://sites.google.com/view/usaf-robinson-recruiter/home

WORK PERMITS

APPLICATION FOR WORK PERMIT
Permit can be obtained from the High School office from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm daily.

In Pennsylvania, minors between the ages of 14–18 must obtain a Work Permit. Work Permits cannot be issued to children under the age of 14. Work Permits are issued by the school district in which the student resides. It is only valid for employment within the State of Pennsylvania.

CHILD LABOR LAWS

Ms. Molly Clokey

Ms. Sherri Gillim

College Reps & Recruiters