Class of 2027 Counselor Information
Evelyn Kennedy & Melissa Martinez
The 9th & 10th Grade Counselor assignments are based on the student's last name and if they are in Classic or IHS South. All counselors are located in the Counseling Department.
A- L in 9th Grade and 10th Grade Classic South: Evelyn Kennedy kennedy_e@4j.lane.edu
M-Z in 9th Grade and 10th Grade Classic South: Melissa Martinez martinez_m@4j.lane.edu
All 9th Graders: Transition Coordinator: Brittany Beebe beebe_b@4j.lane.edu
Melissa, Evelyn and Brittany Beebee support the 9th and 10th graders by providing academic, social/emotional and career development.
The counseling team is excited to work with you this year and support you each step of the way. There are some changes in our department that we want you to know. First, the counseling center has moved across the hall where the administration offices were last year. Our superstar counseling secretary, Jessica Kuehn is the friendly face you see when you stop by counseling. Also in the counseling office you will find Melinda Shull, South's registrar. Also the College and Career Center has a home next to the counseling center. Lori Sauter is the College and Career Center coordinator and Leann Hollenbeak is our School to Career Coordinator, College Now liaison and also supports students athletes who aspire to participate in NCAA athletics. The counseling center is a "one stop shop" where you can receive social, emotional and academic supports and resources to benefit your high school experience and post high school journey.
For our IHS 10th graders they have been assigned by last name to Juli, Michael and Shantel.
Juli McGlinsky is the counselor for IHS 10th graders with the last names A-Ha,
Michael Leahy oversees 10th grade IHS students with the last names He-Pe
Shantel Buss will work with IHS 10th graders with the last names Pf-Z.
How do you meet with your counselor?
You can make an appointment via the SEHS counseling site -> https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=12457345 or stop by during our Drop In Days/Times, no appointment needed.
Mondays - 1st period, Tuesdays - 8th period, Wednesdays - Lunch, Thursdays - 4th period, Fridays - 5th period
Some important 10th grade info we want you to be thinking about:
*Get to know your high school transcript and high school graduation requirements. You are fully a high school student, you had a 9th grade, you have earned some credits and made progress towards graduation. This fall we will be doing 10th grade class visits and walking you through a transcript audit to help with future course planning. You can always ask for a copy of your unofficial transcript in the counseling office or check your course history in StudentVue.
*We are once again partnering with HOOTS (Helping Out Our Teens Schools) and they are providing mental health support and resources during the school day on campus in room 406. Self referral and additional resources can be found here -> https://linktr.ee/hoots.hub
*On Thursday, October 12th, we will be offering the PreACT to all 10th graders. This is a practice standardized test experience. You do not need to study, but if you are curious about what will be on the test and how to prepare there is information here: https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/test-preparation/free-act-test-prep.html
*Interested in volunteering in the community this year? The College and Career Center maintains a comprehensive database of volunteer opportunities in the Eugene area for you to research.
*Have you ever thought about exploring different careers? Connected Lane County's Elevate program is a great place to start. They offer internships and a variety of experiences that help high school students receive on the job training and skills. https://connectedlane.org/elevate/
*National Honor Society - NHS is a leadership and community service focused organization that students can apply for the first time in March of 10th grade. Students will need to have a 3.5 GPA to be eligible.
We know you have a lot going on in your world, but we want to encourage you stop by the counseling center to say hello and check in. We encourage any and all questions or wonders about your high school experience, we are here for YOU. Have a fantastic school year!
The SEHS Counseling Team,
Melissa, Martinez, Shantel Buss, Leann Hollenbeak, Evelyn Kennedy, Michael Leahy and Juli McGlinsky, Jessica Kuehn
