Students in Toddler 1 through seventh grade have a full-time elementary school counselor available daily for individual or group counseling. She provides support for students with personal or academic challenges, helps with problem solving, and guides them to develop positive attitudes and good relationships with peers, teachers and family members.

 

The counselor also conducts class sessions covering topics such as anger management, communication skills, peer and family relationships, and more. A Character Education Program, which focuses on a positive character trait every month, helps enhance individual and social development. A study skills course for middle school students is taught throughout the year. Other academic support services like grade-monitoring, study groups, peer tutoring and testing programs are also provided.

 

Notice of Student Rights under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

If a student needs help with a particular class, friends, personal issues, or college and career decisions, the Counseling Department is here for her. They meet with students several times throughout the year in both individual and group settings. Specifically for the college application process, we help our students discover the college or university best suited to their goals. The process includes:

 

• Personal meetings to discuss applying to colleges
• Help with putting together applications
• Standardized test preparation
• Practice with writing college essays (in English classes)
• Participation in the College Fairs
• Interviews with college representatives visiting Ursuline

 

The Department also provides assistance through the following:

• Career Counseling/ Career Experience
• College Counseling/ College Boot Camp
• Psycho-educational and Wellness Presentations
• Special Needs Program
• Standardized Testing
• Transcript Requests

Ursuline Academy is designed to address the needs of every student, including those who have learning differences. The academy's Individualized Learning Support Program is overseen by an Instructional Specialist in both the elementary and high school divisions. In addition to classroom accommodations, our specialists meet our students where they are and assist them in achieving their academic potential. A student must submit a psychoeducational evaluation within three years of the current academic year to qualify for both accommodations and the program. 

Current high school students should request transcripts through SCOIR or email the college counselor. Graduates should visit the Alumnae page for transcript requests.

The confidentiality policy of Ursuline Academy, in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), requires a student to submit a signed Ursuline Academy Transcript Request Form before the student’s transcript may be released to another institution. Only if the student is under the age of 18 may the form be signed by the parent.

Click here to learn more about student rights under (FERPA).