Counseling

Mission Statement

The mission of the Richmond Community High School Counseling Program is to support and empower all students in achieving their academic, personal, college, and career goals while fostering emotional well-being. I am committed to guiding students as they develop into independent, productive individuals prepared to thrive in their future endeavors and contribute positively to society.

Vision Statement

The Richmond Community High School Counseling Program envisions a school community where every student is empowered to become an independent learner and critical thinker, prepared to lead a life of responsibility, productivity, and meaningful contribution to society.

Belief Statement

School Counselors are certified educators trained in school counseling and educational issues. Through appropriate and effective academic, career, and personal-social programs, all students can be successful.

Program Goals and Objectives

School Counselors believe that every student has the potential to achieve academic excellence, personal growth, and emotional resilience. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters lifelong learning, self-discovery, and the development of skills necessary for college, career, and life success. Through collaboration with educators, families, and the community, we can empower students to reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to the world around them. Specific goals include:

• Provide a program based on intellectual, social, emotional and physical development.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and mutual respect among all members of the school community.
• Enhance student achievement to reach requirements for high school graduation and post- secondary success.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the belief that all children can learn.
• Provide our students with opportunities to explore their own potentialities.
• Assist our students to grow academically, develop socially, make appropriate choices, and accept responsibility for their decisions.
• Provide activities necessary for development of marketable skills and a rich cultural citizenship for every student.
• Assist our student in planning for educational and vocational choices.
• Collaborate and partner with educational stakeholders to increase the academic, personal/social, and career development in all students.

Parchment

• All high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors are eligible to apply.
• Click here for more information.

Rho Eta Omega - AKA Scholarship (Nursing, Biology, Engineering Scholarships)

• https://www.reoaka.org/scholarships/

Virginia Higher Education Fund

• https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JyG3yLUIaNZAjMzwA5Cy4vVs8qkjzYqG/view?usp=sharing

Miriam Ellen Strong Memorial Scholarship (Cobra One Social Club)

• https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NKJB3_LNCQaEzb8b2YUqfK-IW4hQmeOx/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110113471063170530751&rtpof=true&sd=true

Kavansa B Smith College Scholarship (Upsilon Nu - Omega Psi Phi Fraternity)

• https://www.upsilonnu.org/

Joyce C. Johnson Memorial Scholarship (RAC - Delta Sigma Theta Sorority)

• https://forms.gle/9xZgj5e1gUahDfq58

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority General Scholarship (RAC - Delta Sigma Theta Sorority)

• https://forms.gle/eSeVj6S9ADTCfBMr8

Diane E Roberts Scholarship (AKA - Pi Rho Omega Sorority)

• https://drive.google.com/file/d/1j_PwhMMUuWdvIx6m1Q23ZaINS6tKAxAm/view?usp=sharing

Tau Gamma Delta Scholarship

• https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScSB8i9K8oMHHNEjVQkz6aCmY2OOHY0BeWW4p83M0zenR2-bQ/viewform?usp=pp_url

Community Foundation Scholarships

• https://www.cfrichmond.org/Apply-for-a-Scholarship/View-All-Scholarships

Society of Woman Engineers Scholarship

• https://www.swe-rva.org./scholarship

Horatio Alger Scholarship

• https://scholars.horatioalger.org/?SFMC_cid=EM886697-&rid=30602028

CTI Real Estate Scholarship

• https://form.jotform.com/230091512770044

Hispanic Scholarship Fund

• https://www.hsf.net/?SFMC_cid=EM886697-&rid=30602028

Chris Jones Scholarship

• https://www.mmbcrva.org/innovate

GRASP Scholarships 

• https://grasp4va.org/scholarships

RPS Education Foundation Scholarships

• https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarships/RPSSCHOLARSHIPS2022

RPS Bright Promise Scholarship

• https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarships/BRIGHTPROMISE2022

Peter Francisco Memorial Scholarship

• www.peterfrancisco.org

Joel Bieber Scholarship

• http://www.joelbieber.com/

CF Foster Scholarship

• www.astoriabeneficialclub.org

2022 Richmond Road Runners Club Scholarship

• https://www.rrrc.org/college-scholarship

KBS Memorial Scholarship

• www.upsilonnu.org/foundation100.html

Alpha Kappa Alpha-Upsilon Omega Scholarships

• https://www.akaupsilonomega.org/links

Annie Henderson Wood Memorial and Margie Critchlow Smith Scholarships 

• https://www.reoaka.org/scholarships/

Pathway to College Scholarship

• https://go.parchment.com/NTc1LVRCVy0xOTkAAAGDnybJgXFmFQZaBTKY3UwcFqPEAOUWOMFUDoi2qH69Pd2wLa7ssOwdhfghD6v5MrND7l2xPGQ=

Student2Scholar Scholarships

• https://student2scholar.org/

SigEp Scholarships

• https://sigep.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dfc523e90e58bf38f53f12de2&id=f1203a872c&e=376f738a8e

Miriam Ellen Armstrong Memorial Scholarship

• https://drive.google.com/file/d/10nXJQJynU_gK7M_kpr6Q0SliP5F5hpdP/view?usp=sharing

The Cheryl Lockett Oliver Memorial and The Raymond Delaware Patterson Memorial Scholarships 

• https://www.tfaforms.com/4651616

School Counseling Opt-Out Form

• Dear Parent/Guardian: School counselors are vital members of the education team and maximize student success. School counselors are certified/licensed educators who improve student success for ALL students by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program. School Counselors help all students apply academic achievement strategies, manage emotions and apply interpersonal skills, and plan for post-secondary options; ensuring that today’s students become the productive, well-adjusted adults of tomorrow. Please use this link if you would like your child to opt out of counseling services.

Appointment Request Form

• To make an appointment with Ms. Williams, please complete this online form (https://forms.gle/kntrdHeyHgbY8zPx9)

Early College Academy (ECA) Information — Class of 2024

• https://www.rvaschools.net/academics/curriculum-and-instruction/college-and-career-pathways/early-college-academy

FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

• https://fafsa.ed.gov/

FinAid! - The SmartStudent Guide to Financial Aid

•  http://www.finaid.org/

Finding a College

• https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/find-colleges

Paying for College

• https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college

The Common Application 

• Nearly 700 colleges. Only one application.
• http://www.commonapp.org/

Virtual Campus Tours

• Interactive Virtual Tours and Campus Maps
• https://www.campustours.com/

SAT Prep

• For upcoming test prep seminars, please follow the link: https://www.methodtestprep.com/webinars/

SAT Registration

• https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register

Test Dates and Fees

• https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register/dates-deadlines

ACT Test Prep

• http://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/test-preparation.html

Act Testing Dates

• http://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/taking-the-test.html#testdates

ACT Registration

• School Code: 471879
• http://www.act.org/content/act/en/register.html

Mayor's Youth Academy

• Launched by former Mayor Dwight C. Jones in 2010, the Mayor’s Youth Academy is designed to develop Richmond’s future leaders and workforce. The Academy serves Richmond youth (ages 13-19 years).
• http://www.richmondgov.com/community-wealth-building/mayors-youth-academy