School counselors each have a portion of the student population they assist. The student population is divided among the counselors alphabetically by last name as follows:
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CFC Students Director of School Counseling |
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Counseling Secretary |
Nakeisha Wilson |
nswilson@henrico.k12.va.us |
Registrar |
Wanda Hancock |
wrhancock@henrico.k12.va.us |
Evening School applications are available! Click on the link to download the application OR come by the School Counseling Department to pick up a hard copy. Evening School course offerings are: English 11, English 12, US & VA History, US & VA Government, and Geometry. The cost is: $150.00 for one class and $200.00 for two classes. Checks must be made payable to Varina High School and is due at the time of registration. There is a split payment option. Click on the form for more information. Graduating Senior Priority application deadline is Friday December 12th and the final application deadline is Friday January 16th.
Virginia Wesleyan College is hosting an open house on January 31, 2009. VWC Day is a wonderful time for students to learn about Virginia Wesleyan College and the admissions process. This program is great for both admitted students and those who just want to learn about Virginia Wesleyan College. It will include information sessions about academics, college life, financial aid, and other services at VWC. Also, you can have your $40 application fee waived! Call 800-737-8684 or email admissions@vwc.edu to sign up.
Scholarship Fair The Richmond Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and The Infinite Scholar Program will present a Scholarship Fair and an on-site admission to college for high school students in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The event will take place on Saturday, December 13, 2008 from 9-2pm at Henderson Middle School, 4319 Old Brook Road, Richmond VA. Students must register and print an admission ticket for the activity at www.infinitescholar.org . More information is available in the School Counseling Department.
Project Discovery: Would you like to go to college but don’t think it’s possible? Are you the first in your family to go to college? Wonder what you will do after graduation? Join Project Discovery a college preparatory program and attend workshops and college campus visits. Learn life skills that will prepare you for life after high school. Come to the school counseling department for an application today!!
Onsite Admissions: Hampton University is offering an onsite admissions and informational session on Thursday December 11 at 6:30pm. The program will take place at Garland Avenue Baptist Church, 2700 Garland Avenue, Richmond VA 23222. Items needed for the on-site admissions include: a completed application with essay on current topic: Describe a personal moral or ethical dilemma and how it impacted your life or an Autobiographical Essay. Official High School Transcript, official SAT/ACT scores, one letter of recommendation, and $35.00 application fee - (money order or certified check only). General questions or to RSVP contact Ms. Paula Garrett at 804-919-0861.
Mary Washington applicants!!! Submit your name to Ms. Woodward by Monday December 15th to be eligible for a $50.00 application fee! Drawing will be held on Wednesday December 17th. Only two certificates available!
The Discover Scholarship Program awards diverse high school juniors on their exemplary achievements in Leadership and Community Service, while overcoming an obstacle. Scholarships may be applied towards costs for college, university, specialized training, or education beyond high school in any career path the winner chooses. Applications are now available at http://www.discoverfinancial.com/community/scholarship.shtml. Please note- the deadline is January 31, 2009, and the “access key” that is asked for is DISC.
Congratulations to the Class of 2007 for receiving over $4 million dollars in scholarship money!!! Class of 2008 - check the web site and visit the Career Center (located in the counseling office) weekly for scholarship newsletters. let's see if you can exceed the $4 million dollar mark! Apply today!
Seniors should check announcements daily! Scholarship and college rep visits are often announced at the last minute! The only way to keep up with Senior information is to attend school every day and pay close attention to the announcements.
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Scholarships & Opportunities for Grades 9-11 |
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Parent Brag Form |
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Students who are awarded scholarship money should report it to Ms. Woodward so it can be recorded. We also want to recognize these students at the end of the year!
Seniors, are you struggling with how to prepare to search for colleges? Are you unaware of the differences between the colleges and universities on your list? Would you like to find out more information BEFORE visiting? Look no further. Your source for knowledge is here at Varina High School. College representatives from the east coast will visit Varina High during the school year to provide information about their college, the application process, deadlines and financial aid.
Dates and times of visits are posted below and are announced on the morning and afternoon announcements. Listen carefully to find out if your college/university will be visiting soon! To attend you must sign up in advance in the School Counseling office and a pass will be sent to you to guarantee your attendance. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to help make an informed decision about your post secondary education.
For more information regarding college visits contact Mr. Michael Oliver or your school counselor.
College/University visitation dates
Employer Visits
Each year our students inquire about employment opportunities that they can embark on after they graduate - prior to going to college, or the military and or during the school year as a part time job. Some students also search for summer employment only or a full time job. To assist our students we will be asking area employers to visit the campus to inform the students of the application process, criteria, etc. to obtain employment with their company. We hope this will help all students gain the financial edge that will assist them in accomplishing all of their future goals.
This year we will also be hosting our 2nd annual Career Fair – Clash of Careers ’09 to assist our seniors in obtaining employment after high school. This was a huge success last year we are very excited to host it again bigger and better than ever!
For more information regarding employer visits and the upcoming 2009 Career Fair please contact Ms. Gena Jones.
Employer visitation dates – coming in Spring 2009!
Want a great opportunity to earn community service hours? Then volunteer your time to tutoring and help young students in mastering the skills for their grade level and enjoy the friendship and bond that develops between the tutor and the tutee. It is a great way to help the future of Varina High School to learn the study skills that they will need as they enter a new level of school.
Tutoring options will be available at the following locations: Varina Elementary, Ward Elementary, Baker Elementary, Rolfe Middle, and Elko Middle School. Transportation will not be provided.
The tutoring can vary for the grade level that you are working with, and the needs of that student. While some students need help in reading and math others may need help with science and social studies. Some of the other areas that students may need help with are vocabulary and spelling words.
It is an easy process to become a part of this wonderful community. Stop by the school counseling department to sign up. There is a clipboard in the waiting room with a sign up sheet located on it. Just leave your name and if you prefer to tutor in the mornings, or if you have work release if you are able to tutor in the afternoon. If you have any questions please stop by and see Mrs. Fuse.
This is a great opportunity to help others, while feeling good about what you are doing. If this is something you would like to do, and earn community service hours then stop by the school counseling department today and sign up.
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Summer Academy Information: Summer school information will be available after spring break. Students may earn one credit, new or repeat, in summer school except for high school seniors who lack two units in meeting graduation requirements. If a student wishes to take a course in summer school in a location outside Henrico County, the student should obtain prior approval from the home school principal or designee.
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October 4 |
SAT I & II |
September 9
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September 16 |
September 13
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August 12
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August 13-22
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November 1 |
SAT I & II |
September 26
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October 10 |
October 25
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September 19
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September 20-October 3
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December 6 |
SAT I & II |
November 5
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November 18 |
December 13
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November 7
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November 8-20
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January 24 |
SAT I & II |
December 26
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January 6 |
February 7
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January 6
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January 7-16
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March 14 |
SAT I only |
February 10
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February 24 |
April 4
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February 27
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February 28-March 13
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May 2 |
SAT I & II |
March 31
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April 9 |
June 13
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May 8
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May 9-22
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June 6 |
SAT I & II |
May 5
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May 19 |
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Promotion requirements are as followed:
10th grade - A student must have earned a minimum of 5 credits, 3 of which must be from the disciplines of English, social studies, mathematics, science, or physical education.
11th grade - A student must have earned a minimum of 10 credits, 6 of which must be from the disciplines of English, social studies, mathematics, science, or physical education.
12th grade - A student must have earned 15 credits, 10 of which must be from the disciplines of English, social studies, mathematics, science, foreign language, or physical education. The student must be eligible for June graduation.
Senior Year
Junior Year
Sophomore Year
Freshman Year
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Armed Services
Contact recruiter.
Take ASVAB in October.
Determine career opportunities.
Employment
Check with friends, relatives, teachers and the Internet for
job openings.
Prepare for your interview by learning about the company.
Dress appropriately for the interview; have your resume.
Follow up with a thank you letter and a phone call.
Express appreciation to employers for offers you do not select.
Search for local jobs: www.snagajob.com/link.asp
Other Training
Explore post secondary schools/apprenticeship programs of interest to you.
Verify that you meet entrance requirements.
Write for an application and make an appointment for an interview.
Forward application forms to your counselor.
Click on this link to view information on several different opportunities!
Career and Technical CollegesClick on this link to view information about different career opportunities! (pdf) Career Search SitesCareer Prospects |
Click the link to get information that will help you and your family select the perfect college for you! Create an account today!
www.virginiamentor.org
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