Abington High School - Oracle Yearbook (Abington, PA)

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Guidance North Campus Ben Monticciolo. chairman Roy Corkadel Mahlene Lee Leo Awad Sam Russell 25

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Guidance South Campus Ramon Lantz Jack Armstrong One of the primary objectives of the Guidance department is to help potential graduates with a variety of decision-making tasks. Most students consider a number of options that can include apprenticeships, work-study, technical training, school, armed dervices, marriage, employment, or college. The range of choices can be increased by an awareness of current and projected changes in the labor market, career fields, educational and training outlets, and financial aid resources. There is a vast amount of guidance information, and as a result, the counselors have made effective use of group guidance activities, such as the career exploration workshops conducted in the English III classes and the evening seminar programs for parents. Besides the Collegiate Video Counseling Network and V1CS, the computerized information service located in the South Campus library, information may be obtained through handouts, bulletin boards, the Guidance Newsletter, visits by school and college representatives, and the vertical files that contain school and career information. Another primary task of the counselors involves counseling in either a one-to-one or group session. In recent years, an increasing percentage of the counseling sessions have focused on the personal-social concerns of students. As anyone can tell you, it is reassuring to have someone who can help you sort through options, or simply listen to you when you need to let it all out. It is also an advantage to receive suggestions that can help you to explore new areas you might not otherwise have considered. In summary, the number and types of contacts that a counselor has with a student depends upon the needs of the students. The important fact is that there is someone available who cares, who wants to listen, and who can help in sorting through the maze of alternatives appropriate for each individual. 24

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South Campus English LLk i I Charles Schneller, chairman Rosemary Tobin The South Campus English Department follows a traditional curriculum which stresses basic communication skills that can be developed through a sequential, ordered English program. Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding one’s own language is critical to the educational process and to the realization of a rewarding lifestyle. Although English III and English IV are devoted to American and British Literature respectively, it is the philosophy of this department that an understanding and appreciation of all literature broadens the students’ experience. In addition, seven elective courses provide an opportunity for the student to pursue some special interests beyond the required course. Gerald Alpaugh 26