Welcome to Hingham High School Counseling
Hingham Tiered Systems of Support-Social Emotional
Hingham Public Schools' comprehensive multi-tiered model of social-emotional supports for students across all grades PK-12, known as our Hingham Tiered Systems of Support (HTSS): Social-Emotional.
MENTAL HEALTH SAFETY CONCERN REPORTING PROTOCOL for PARENTS
We at HHS take very seriously the safety and mental health of our students. In this day and age of constant contact and communication, our kids often pick up when their friends are struggling with problems before we do as adults. Whether it be in person or through social media, kids often give off warning signs that they need help. While it can be hard to know how serious a situation is, it is best practice to err on the side of caution. If your child shares concerns with you about another child's immediate safety it is vital that you take action. We strongly encourage all parents to follow the protocol below:
· In the event that you are concerned about the immediate safety of a student please call the school immediately. Do not leave a message. Speak to someone who can note and address your concern.
· If you are alarmed about a student's immediate safety outside of school hours, and you cannot reach that child's parent/guardian directly, call 911 or the police. They can conduct a wellness check.
· If you are concerned about your own child's immediate safety, we recommend calling the Aspire Health Alliance Crisis Team: 617-774-6036
We at HHS take very seriously the safety and mental health of our students. In this day and age of constant contact and communication, our kids often pick up when their friends are struggling with problems before we do as adults. Whether it be in person or through social media, kids often give off warning signs that they need help. While it can be hard to know how serious a situation is, it is best practice to err on the side of caution. If your child shares concerns with you about another child's immediate safety it is vital that you take action. We strongly encourage all parents to follow the protocol below:
· In the event that you are concerned about the immediate safety of a student please call the school immediately. Do not leave a message. Speak to someone who can note and address your concern.
· If you are alarmed about a student's immediate safety outside of school hours, and you cannot reach that child's parent/guardian directly, call 911 or the police. They can conduct a wellness check.
· If you are concerned about your own child's immediate safety, we recommend calling the Aspire Health Alliance Crisis Team: 617-774-6036
The Impact of Covid-19
Information Regarding Grading during Remote Learning
● The second semester, which typically includes two terms (third and fourth) and final exams, included only one extra-long “superterm” from January 27th-March 26th for the Class of 2021 and January 27th -June 17 for all other classes. No final exams were given.
● “Enrichment activities” completed between the closing of school (March 13th) and the launch of “remote learning” (April 6th) were ungraded and had no impact on students’ academic record.
● All work completed after April 6th earned the designation of “credit” or “no credit” instead of regular letter grades.
● Students who earned “credit” for the “superterm” were assigned a score of 100% while those who earned “no credit” were assigned a score of 60%.
● “Enrichment activities” completed between the closing of school (March 13th) and the launch of “remote learning” (April 6th) were ungraded and had no impact on students’ academic record.
● All work completed after April 6th earned the designation of “credit” or “no credit” instead of regular letter grades.
● Students who earned “credit” for the “superterm” were assigned a score of 100% while those who earned “no credit” were assigned a score of 60%.
- For full-year courses, this "superterm" grade was factored into the year-end grade according to the following formula: Term 1 = 35%; Term 2 = 35%; Midyear Exam = 10%; Superterm = 20%.
- For half-year courses that began on January 27th, the final grade appears as “credit” or “no credit” and was not factored into the calculation of GPA.
HINGHAM'S SCHOOL COUNSELING PROGRAM ASSISTS ALL STUDENTS TO MAXIMIZE THEIR PERSONAL AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT. IN ADDITION, THE PROGRAM MONITORS THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT SO THAT ALL STUDENTS ARE RESPECTED AND SUPPORTED—BOTH AS LEARNERS AND AS HUMAN BEINGS. HINGHAM'S SCHOOL COUNSELING DEPARTMENT IS A VITAL PART OF THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS THAT HELPS STUDENTS RECOGNIZE THEIR STRENGTHS AND THEN ASSISTS THEM IN DESIGNING SPECIFIC PLANS OF ACTION TO REALIZE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL. WE EXPECT ALL STUDENTS TO CONTRIBUTE TO SOCIETY AND TO THE WELFARE OF OTHERS IN THAT SOCIETY.
The Role of the School Counselor
As your son or daughter enters high school, they will be assigned to a school counselor based on the first letter of their last name. The school counselor is the one person at Hingham High School who will work with your son or daughter during the entire time they are in high school. Teachers, coaches, even club sponsors change from time to time, but your son or daughter will stay with the same school counselor for all four years.
What is the role of the school counselor? All students will see their school counselor for required tasks such as receiving orientation information, registering for classes, planning their high school curriculum, obtaining college and career information, and scheduling special tests.
Keep in mind that the school counselor is here to help your son or daughter be the best student that they can possibly be. No one can think very clearly about a math equation or remember a foreign language when a problem is troubling him or her. Counselors are trained to help students deal with the upsetting issues that can arise during high school. Your son or daughter may have a quick question or a long story to tell. Either way, their school counselor is here to listen and to help them find answers to their questions.
Remember: The school counselor will get to know your son or daughter faster if they stop by and say “hi” now and then. School counselors are located in the school counseling office.
Possible reasons to see the school counselor:
*having difficulty with a class--it’s too hard or too easy
*need a schedule change
*having difficulty getting along with teachers, parents, friends,
boyfriend, girlfriend, and/or family members
*wanting help communicating with parents
*wanting help dealing with personal issues
*wanting help selecting colleges
*having problems attending school regularly
*wanting to share GOOD NEWS OR A MAJOR ACHIEVEMENT
Students can add any reason to this list. Whenever there is a question that they want to ask or an issue that they want to discuss, encourage your son or daughter to drop in and see their school counselor.
An Overview of the School Counseling Department--a PowerPoint Presentation
The Role of the School Counselor
As your son or daughter enters high school, they will be assigned to a school counselor based on the first letter of their last name. The school counselor is the one person at Hingham High School who will work with your son or daughter during the entire time they are in high school. Teachers, coaches, even club sponsors change from time to time, but your son or daughter will stay with the same school counselor for all four years.
What is the role of the school counselor? All students will see their school counselor for required tasks such as receiving orientation information, registering for classes, planning their high school curriculum, obtaining college and career information, and scheduling special tests.
Keep in mind that the school counselor is here to help your son or daughter be the best student that they can possibly be. No one can think very clearly about a math equation or remember a foreign language when a problem is troubling him or her. Counselors are trained to help students deal with the upsetting issues that can arise during high school. Your son or daughter may have a quick question or a long story to tell. Either way, their school counselor is here to listen and to help them find answers to their questions.
Remember: The school counselor will get to know your son or daughter faster if they stop by and say “hi” now and then. School counselors are located in the school counseling office.
Possible reasons to see the school counselor:
*having difficulty with a class--it’s too hard or too easy
*need a schedule change
*having difficulty getting along with teachers, parents, friends,
boyfriend, girlfriend, and/or family members
*wanting help communicating with parents
*wanting help dealing with personal issues
*wanting help selecting colleges
*having problems attending school regularly
*wanting to share GOOD NEWS OR A MAJOR ACHIEVEMENT
Students can add any reason to this list. Whenever there is a question that they want to ask or an issue that they want to discuss, encourage your son or daughter to drop in and see their school counselor.
An Overview of the School Counseling Department--a PowerPoint Presentation
