Frequently Asked Questions: Some of the most common questions we hear in the
Guidance office!
- Who are my student's guidance counselors?
- Where is the guidance office?
- What services are provided to the students of Trottier?
- What topics will be addressed with my student?
- How can I be involved with the guidance counselor to help my student.
- What do I do if I want to apply to a private high school or Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School?
Who are my student's guidance counselors?
Our guidance counselors loop with the students. During the 2011-2012 school year, Mrs. Anderson
serves the entire seventh grade and the eighth grade students whose last names
begin with the letters A-J. Mrs. Bernat is working with the sixth grade
this year and the eighth graders whose last names begin with the letters K-Z.
The guidance department is fortunate to be joined by a number of other
counselors devoted to helping our students with social, emotional, and
academic challenges. Danielle Recinos and Hillary Pearlman will be completing their graduate
internship experiencse with the guidance department. Laurie Sugarman-Whittier
and Sarah Cassell are continuing their work with us from Southborough Youth
and Family Services. Beth Stuerman will also be completing her graduate internship with the guidance department through
Southborough Youth and Family Services.
Where is the guidance office?
The guidance office is located on the second floor in the corner of the
seventh grade hallway.
What services are provided to the students of Trottier?
The guidance counselors at Trottier serve all students through individual
sessions, group sessions, classroom lessons, teacher consultation, and other
special events throughout the year.
What topics will be addressed with my student?
Every student has a unique set of needs so any topic that is interfering with
his/her school success and social life can be discussed. Some frequently
addressed topics include organization, time management, self esteem/self
confidence, peer/family/teacher relationships, self advocacy, and social skills.
How can I be involved with the guidance counselor to help my student.
Parents and guardians are an integral part of student success and it is
our hope that you will to contact us when you
have a concern regarding your child. We are available through email
and at our extensions.
Jessica Anderson- Ext.234; JSAnderson@nsboro.k12.ma.us
Alisa Bernat- Ext. 232; ABernat@nsboro.k12.ma.us
What do I do if I want to apply to a private high school or Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School?
We know that applying to a private school can be overwhelming and stressful
(and a bit exciting). We would be happy to fill out recommendations forms and
send out transcripts for you. However, we ask that you take the following
steps to assist us:
1.Stop by the guidance office to let your guidance counselor know which
schools you intend to apply to.
2.Fill out the “permission to send” form (available in the guidance
office and main office) and return it to your guidance counselor as soon as
possible.
3.Provide your guidance counselor with 4 stamps per transcript request.
4.Kindly ask your teacher to fill out your recommendation. Please
provide each teacher with one stamped, addressed envelope (with Trottier as the
return address) for each recommendation.
5.All private school transcript request forms should be handed in to
your guidance counselor by December 2nd. All recommendation forms must be
given to your teachers by December 2nd. Those forms received after December
2nd are not guaranteed to be completed by the deadlines established by the
private schools.
Students applying to Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School would
benefit from attending the Admission Information Night / Exhibit Night on
December 2nd from 6:00-8:30 p.m. Please
visit www.assabettech.com for detailed information on their programs,
admissions process, and important dates.
