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HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELING SERVICES

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

  • How do I see my counselor?

Counselors are available in the morning in their offices from 7:15 am to 7:30 am. Please stop by your counselor's office and make an appointment with him/her. Students can also leave a "request slip" in the counselor's door mailbox. In case of an urgent situation, your subschool can also assist you. Parents/guardians can make appointments by calling the counselor's direct phone line or through email.

  • How do I make a schedule change?

If you would like to make a schedule change, the first step is to discuss the possible change with your counselor by making an appointment. As students sign up for classes in February/March, staff is hired for the following school year based on student course selection. Changes in the beginning of the school year are made on a limited basis based on individual student's needs. Specific teacher requests are not honored.

  • What do I do if I'm not doing well in class or have personal issues that I need to discuss with an adult?

Counselors have many resources to assist students struggling with academics and/or personal issues. The first step is to stop by the counselor's office and discuss the concerns. Counselors are trained to work with each student to help them achieve academic and personal success.

  • How do I register for summer school?

Information is posted to the Fairfax County Public Schools Web site ( www.fcps.edu ) in May of each year. Please consult with your counselor before making plans for summer school.

  • How do I register for Adult Education classes?

Please consult with your counselor if you are interested in signing up for Adult Education classes.

  • Can I receive high school credit for middle school courses?

Yes, you can receive high school credit for middle school courses. Your counselor will have more information

  • How is my grade point average computed?

Detailed information on Grade-Point Average is available in the LBSS Course Offerings Book .

  • How can I obtain a work permit?

Work permits are available from your subschool secretary.

  • My family and I have moved. But, we are still in the Lake Braddock Boundary area. How can I change my address?

Contact the Registrar in the HS Counseling Services Office (703-426-1040). You will need to verify your new address by showing us your deed or lease. If you and your parents are living with relatives or friends, and do not have a deed or lease in your names, please request a residency affidavit form from the Registrar.

  • My family and I moved out of Lake Braddock boundaries and I'll need to register at my new school. What do I need to do?

Students should see the registrar in the Counseling Office for detailed information on the withdrawal procedures and the forms they'll need to complete.

  • I live with one parent, but how can my other parent get copies of my grades and other school information?

Your parent should contact the HS Counseling Services Office and ask to receive an extra copy of interims and report cards. Parents can get useful information about school activities by signing up for Keep In Touch ( https://fcps.medianext.com/fcps/signup.html ) and the PTSA newsletter ( http://www.lbssptsa.org/ ).

  • How can I get a copy of my current transcript?

If you are a current student:

Request a transcript from your counselor or the transcript secretary in the HS Counseling Services Office. The first three transcripts are available for free; you will be charged $5 each for additional transcripts. Refer to the Post-Secondary Plan for additional information.

If you withdrew or graduated within the past five years:

Mail a letter authorizing release of your transcript to:
Lake Braddock Secondary School
Attn:Carol Morehouse
9200 Burke Lake Rd
Burke , VA 22015

Include:
A check for $5.00 per transcript made out to LBSS.
Your complete name (first, middle, last name)
The year you graduated or withdrew
Address(es) where we should send your transcript(s)
Phone number/email where we can contact you

A parent/guardian can also request this information for you. Or you can email Carol.Morehouse1@fcps.edu with your request and have a friend/relative in the local area bring in the money.

No transcripts will be sent until all financial obligations have been met.

If you withdrew or graduated more than five years ago:

Contact Wilton Woods Student Records Archive, at 703.329.7666 for detailed recording of what you need to provide to order transcripts or call 703.329.7741 to speak to the registrar.

Or go to Student Transcript Release Form (IT-9). 

Print this form and mail it to Wilton Woods.  Each transcript request is $5, payable to Fairfax County Public Schools.

 

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