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Guidance:
Supervisor of Guidance/Counselor
Mrs. Diane Jarotski (on leave in 07-08)
Counselor
Mrs. Kathy Kasica (Dept. Coordinator in 07-08)
Counselor
Mrs. Mary Jane Machtemes
Counselor
Ms. Christy Barnes
Student Assistance Counselor
Mr. Matt Bialkowski
Secretary
Mrs. Elizabeth Calabrese
Guidance is a
function of the school system in which many people are active.
Administrators, counselors, teachers, parents, child study team
members, school nurse and the student assistance counselor all
collaborate closely to help guide youth within the limits of
their responsibility.
Since guidance services are an integral part of the entire
education process, it is important that students become familiar
with persons responsible for the coordinating of the guidance
services available.
Scholarship Program Recipients:
Edward J.
Bloustein Distinguished Scholars Recipients:
Andrea Dvorak
Scott Foley
Heather Sudol
Stanley Gawlik
Yeppii Lee
Urban Scholars Recipients:
Kenny Azama
Pratik Patel
Martha Sesulak
Nicole Surowiec
Aneta Torbus
Paulina Urban
Each student will receive a $1000 per year for four years if they
attend a New Jersey college or university. |
Monthly
Parent Institute Newsletter
Fast Web is a
subscription based Guidance database provided by Wallington High
School. Feel free to browse their many online resources for
parents and student.
Guidance:
Guidance is the
individualizing, personalizing and socializing elements in
education. It is assistance given individuals in making choices,
plans, interpretations, and adjustments. Obstacles can be
recognized and dealt with. Students are assisted in clarifying
their plans, understanding themselves, and projecting what they
can become as members of society.
Throughout the year your counselors schedule several guidance
appointments with students. However, if a student wishes to see
a counselor, he/she should complete an appointment request form
in homeroom or request the guidance secretary to arrange an
appointment.
Parents are encouraged to call the guidance office at any time
to discuss any questions concerning the student or school
program. To arrange an appointment with a counselor or a
teacher, call 973-777-0808, extension 21. |
Scholarships (Annually):
The Zonta Community Service Scholarship
is available to financially needy high school seniors who participate in
“Service Oriented” activities and who plan to pursue further
education. See the Guidance Office for applications, which must
be submitted by April 26th. Average scholarship awards have been
about $500 per student.
The Columbians: An Italian-American Philanthropic
Organization is offering a scholarship to those High School
Seniors with Italian heritage…Applications are available in
Guidance. This is a great opportunity! 35-50 scholarships are
awarded each year. The deadline is April 30th. Awards generally
range from $1,000-$2,000 and are based on financial need and
academic achievement.
Creating Your Future…The William Limmer Scholarship is
available to graduating Seniors planning on going to college.
Over the past three years, more than 100 scholarships have been
awarded. The average award has been over $1,000 for each
student. Applications can be found in the Guidance Office and
are due by May 5th.Materials must be received by May 7th.
Awards are based on financial need.
Wallington Lions Club…Scholarships are available to High
School Seniors who demonstrate concern for their community, as
well as academic achievement. Responses are due by May 10th. See
the Guidance Office for applications. The awards total about
$500 per student.
Additional scholarship information can be found by visiting one
of two sites. One is
www.collegeboard.com. First, click on “For Students,” then,
look under “Pay for College,” finally, click on “Scholarship
Search.” This will allow you to complete a brief questionnaire
with specific information that will help you locate
scholarships, internships, grants, and loans that match your
education level, talents, and background. The other is
www.fastweb.com
for both finding a college and then finding money for college.
Our school also participates in the COIN program, which offers
information on colleges, scholarships, and careers. Please visit
the COIN site through our media center link.
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Student Evaluation:
Marking System
The following grading system was approved for implementation
September 1982.
1. All grades above 65 will be reported as the exact numerical
average.
2. All grades 65 and below will be reported in intervals of
five, down to 55.
The following is an interpretation of marks assigned to
subjects:
90 - 100 - Outstanding Achievement
80 - 89 - High Achievement
70 - 79 -- Within Course Content Requirement
Below 70 -- Not Passing
3. Citizenship - Grades below 80 are failing. Students failing
deportment may
not take part in class trips or run for student council or class
officer positions.
Honor Roll
Superior Achievement:
1. Mark of 95 or better in all academic subjects,
2. Passing mark in remaining subjects as well as citizenship.
First Honors:
1. Mark of 90 in all academic subjects (minimum of four)
2. Passing mark in remaining subjects as well as citizenship.
Second Honors:
1. Mark of 85 or above in all academic subjects (minimum of
four)
2. Passing mark in remaining subjects as well as citizenship.
PTE Honors
Students who earn honors in the PTE School (96 average) are
eligible for
Wallington High School Honors.
Requirements:
1. PTE Honors (96 average)
2. Enrollment in two academic subjects
3. NO FAILURES
First Honors - 90 or higher in W.H.S.
Second Honors - 85 or higher in W.H.S.
Report Cards
The school year is divided into four marking periods. Report
cards are mailed
home 4 times a year and include grades in subject area, attendance, tardiness
and citizenship
grades are recorded on the cards.
Interim Reports
Interim Reports are issued 4 times a year to make parents
aware of their child's progress in every class. Students who
receive a comment indicating a present grade average of 74 or
below are not working up to potential and may not pass the
course for the marking period. The purpose of the Interim Report
is to employ the parent's assistance to supervise study habits,
inform parents of possible failure, and offer an assessment of
progress in every course. |
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