Guidance News

I.H.S. Students

Our school has purchased Method Test Prep, an online course that will help you improve your SAT/ACT test skills by building your math, reading, and writing skills. Method Test Prep uses proven strategies that are clear and easy to understand for any type of learner and students have seen measurable progress using the course. Through our school's Family Connection site, you will be able to complete the course and keep track of all the work you complete.

To start using the course, you will first sign in to Naviance Family Connection. You will then click on the "colleges" tab and click the "Test preparation" Link on the left-hand side of the screen. You can use Method Test Prep independently or as a supplement to other SAT or ACT prep courses.

Additionally, please note the following registration deadlines:

The registration deadline for the February 11, 2012 ACT is January 13, 2012

The registration deadline for the January 28, 2012 SAT is December 30, 2011

GUIDANCE PROGRAM

The primary purpose of the Guidance Department is to promote the educational and social/emotional development of our students. The staff's goal is to be proactive in working with students. The counselors assist students on their academic planning throughout their years at Ipswich High School, culminating with extensive post-high school planning in the junior and senior years. The members of the department also help students and their families to deal with adjustment difficulties and emotional impediments to the students' academic progress. In addition, the staff collaborates with teachers and administrators regarding student progress and concerns as well as consults with outside agencies. The department's emphasis is not only helping students who experience difficulties to adjust; it is also concerned with helping all students to cope with the normal developmental issues and problems that typically arise in childhood and adolescence.

The counseling and guidance services at Ipswich High School are provided by a five member department, including three full time guidance counselors: Justine May, Jennifer Starrett and Rebecca Draper, along with Meg Finnegan: School psychologist. The staff is assisted by Cheryl Scibisz.