School Counseling

List of 9 frequently asked questions.

• Q: Do I need an appointment to see my counselor?

  Yes and no. The Counseling Department has an open-door policy. Although we invite our students to visit their counselors as needed, there are times when counselors will be in meetings or be otherwise engaged. If it is not an emergency, you may need to make an appointment for a future time.
  
  There are several ways to make an appointment with your counselor. 
  

  • Stop by the office and speak directly with your counselor.
  • Leave your counselor a note requesting a meeting.
  • Email or call your counselor directly. 
  • Your counselor may schedule an appointment and send your pass through your homeroom teacher.

• Q: What if I receive a pass from my counselor but have a test/quiz scheduled?

  Academics always come first. When you receive the pass, please stop by to let your counselor know that you won’t be able to keep the appointment. If you can, reschedule with them at that time.

• Q: Do my parents need an appointment to meet with my counselor?

  Yes. We are happy to meet with your parents, but we request they make an appointment. They can do this by calling or emailing your counselor directly. A counselor’s day is tightly scheduled; they need advanced notice to reserve time for your parent and to properly prepare for the meeting.

• Q: What are La Salle Academy’s graduation requirements?

  Every student needs 25.5 credits to graduate, including four credits of Religious Studies and English, three credits of math; two and one half credits of social studies; two credits of a lab science and world language; one semester each of arts and computer science; and four years of Physical Education. The particular courses needed in each department are listed in the Course Catalog.
  
  Any class in which a student has received an F must be made up in summer school. All students must pass all courses and achieve 25.5 credits.

• Q: What happens if I fail a class?

  Classes may only be made up in summer school, never during the school year. All failed courses must be made up in order to graduate.

• Q: What is a transcript?

  Your transcript is an accurate depiction of your high school academic record. It shows each class you have taken throughout your high school career by grade level, with the final grade you received for the year. A transcript does not show quarter grades or exam grades. The transcript will show your grade point average for each year, as well as the weighted cumulative total.
  
  If you would like to see an unofficial copy of your transcript, contact your counselor.

• Q: What is La Salle Academy’s CEEB/school code?

  400160

• Q: Can I talk to my counselor about non-academic issues?

  Of course. Counselors are specifically trained to handle a variety of issues. We are happy to talk with you about family, friends, emotional concerns, and anything else that might be on your mind. As school counselors, we cannot provide psychotherapy or regular one-on-one counseling that might be needed in some situations. We can, however, offer referrals to outside professionals who can provide appropriate services.

• Q: What is your policy on confidentiality?

  Meetings with students are confidential; however, there are legal exceptions that require us to break confidentiality. If we have reason to believe that there is a clear and imminent threat (student harming him/herself or another person), we are required by law to disclose information or take other actions to protect those in danger. If we have reason to believe that a student is being abused, we are required to report this information immediately. Lastly, confidentiality cannot be guaranteed if a court issues a legitimate subpoena and determines that confidentiality is not privileged.