Class of 2015 Parent Information Session

Guidance and counseling at Archbishop Moeller High School considers total growth, and is thus concerned with the intellectual, the moral, the emotional and the spiritual life of each student. Our program aims to help the student understand himself in relation to his total environment, to kindle his interests and develop his God-given talents. We feel that this helps the young man to squarely face his Christian commitment to justice and charity, enabling him to start making a positive contribution to society and to become an honest and upright citizen useful to his community and country. Our ultimate goal is to provide the student with both the motivation and the training needed to deal with his total living condition, and to live a full and responsible Christian life in the Marianist tradition. As a student progresses through his years at Archbishop Moeller High School he is mentored by several different individuals. His assigned Counselor will meet with him to help in the adjustment process, any academic and social issues that may arise and coordinate his college selection process. Each student is encouraged to meet regularly with his assigned counselor. Also, within our House System each student will be influenced every day by his faculty Mentor Group Leader as well as an Mentor Group Peers

Bro. Robert M. Flaherty, S.M Director and Department Chair Licensed Professional Counselor Bachelor of Arts - Political Science (University of Dayton) Master of Education (Xavier University)

Paul A. Smith Licensed Professional Counselor Testing Coordinator NCAA Clearinghouse Compliance Counselor Bachelor of Arts - Sociology (Xavier University) Master of Education (Xavier University)

Gail Ann Dorsey Licensed School Counselor College Representative Coordinator Student Assistance Counselor Case Manager - MAP only students Bachelor of Science - Psychology (Xavier University) Master of Arts - Counseling (University of Cincinnati)

Michelle Meyer Licensed School Counselor Scholarship and Financial Aid Counselor Bachelor of Art - English and Religious Studies (John Carroll University) Master of Education - Counseling (Xavier University)

Jeanie DeTemple Guidance and Counseling Department Administrative Assistant Twenty-five (25) credits are required in order to graduate from Archbishop Moeller High School. Within those 25 credits, the following academic subsets must be completed:

Religion 4 credits English 4 credits Mathematics 4 credits Science 3 credits Social Studies 3.5 credits Fine Art 1 credit Physical Education .5 credit Health .5 credit Tablet Organizational Skills .5 credit Electives 3 credits

Credit Expectations: Freshman: 6.75 credits Sophomore: 6.75 credits Junior: 7 credits* Senior: 7 credits*

*Juniors and Seniors may opt for a study hall, but it is not recommended in most students’ circumstances.

• New Beginning • New Surroundings • Not in Same Classes/Mentor Group/Lunch with Grade School Friends • Longing for Former School • Longing for Friends at Other Schools • Low Man on Totem Pole • New Found Freedom/Responsibilities • Academic Expectations • Predominantly Male Faculty

• Overwhelmed, Frustrated, Angst

• Physical Development • Differences hi-lighted because all male environment

• Emotional Development • Stress, sadness, depression, loneliness

• Spiritual Development

• Sexual Development

• A/B Schedule • 90 Minute Blocks • Meaning of Study • Study Habits • GPA and Class Rank • Time Management • Rigor of Courses • Challenge self • Involvement/Co-Curriculars • Pastoral Care: Relationships with House Dean, Mentor, Faculty, Administration, Coaches and Guidance Counselor

• Academics

• Study Habits

• Involvement

• Building Character

• Building Relationships