The mission of the W.T. Woodson High School counseling program is to address the academic, career and personal/social development of all students and prepare them to be responsible citizens and life-long learners. School counselors collaborate with other educators, parents/guardians, and the community to ensure access and equity for all students, and to create an environment where all students achieve, value learning, appreciate diversity, and demonstrate responsible citizenship.

The school counselors, psychologists, social workers, career center specialist, parent liaisons and the director of student services support the school beliefs through student services department programs and activities. The department offers individual and group counseling, educational and career planning, consultation with parents and staff, informational programs and activities, identification and support of students with special needs, crisis intervention/problem solving, and referrals to community agencies.

Although all counselors and student services professionals will meet with parents and students on a drop-in basis, this sometimes is not possible due to prior commitments. To ensure that your needs are met in the best fashion, an appointment is encouraged. Students make appointments by leaving a “pink slip” (available at the guidance suite entrance) in the counselor’s door mailbox. Parents/guardians make appointments by calling the counselor’s direct phone line or through email.

For concerns about a specific course, such as questions about grading or information about homework, the course teacher should be the first contact. For assistance with other concerns related to school performance or the well-being of a student, consultation with a school counselor is appropriate and encouraged.

College Board Code for WTW students: 470788
College Board Test Center Code for WTW: 47-300
Email and Phone #s for Student Services Personnel