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Counseling Center

 

 

Hello East High! 

 

COUNSELOR

801-584-2923 ZOOM LINK EMAIL

Susana Amezcua

(A-Di)       

 

x2048 Amezcua's ZOOM susana.amezcua@slcschools.org

Mark Unruh

(Dj-H)               

 

x2047 Unruh's ZOOM mark.unruh@slcschools.org

Kevin Waite

(I-M)                  

 

x2045 kevin.waite@slcschools.org

Rose Renaud

(N-Sg)           

 

x2046 Renaud's ZOOM rose.renaud@slcschools.org

Whitney Watchman 

(Sh-Z) 

 

 x2049

Watchman's ZOOM

whitney.watchman@slcschools.org

Cassidy Bell

9th Grade Transition Counselor

 x2050 Bell's ZOOM cassidy.bell@slcschools.org

Counselors are dedicated to helping all students develop skills in the areas of self knowledge, interpersonal relationships, educational and occupational exploration, career planning, post secondary education planning, scholarship and financial aid advisement. Counselors assist students in developing a plan for their education and future career. Students are assigned counselors alphabetically according to their last name.

 

Mental Health Counseling   

Odyssey House has partnered with East High School and the school district to provide mental health services to students. Weekly individual therapy sessions are provided at the school for students. Odyssey House accepts all types of insurance, including Medicaid. There is no out-of-pocket cost to the student's family, even if their insurance usually requires a copay, or if the student doesn’t have health insurance. This service is for students that are interested in therapy to assist in managing mental health or substance use concerns. To refer a student to this service, please fill out this referral form


COLLEGE & CAREER MEETINGS

SENIORS

JUNIORS

SOPHOMORES

FRESHMAN

 

East High's CTE Pathway completion & award recognition


East Counseling Calendar at a Glance
August Registration
September 9th & 12th Grade CCRs
October 9th & 12th Grade CCRs
November 9th & 11th Grade CCRs
December 9th & 11th Grade CCRs
January East Registration/Semester Course Change
February Middle School Registration
March 9th & 10th Grade CCRs
April 9th & 10th Grade CCRs
May  Senior Progress & Prep for Graduation
June June 9th Graduation @ Huntsman Center: 1pm

Course Registration Resources 

2023-2024 Course Catalog
12th Grade Course Card: 2023-2024
11th Grade Course Card: 2023-2024
10th Grade Course Card: 2023-2024
9th Grade Course Card: 2023-2024

 

Middle School Registration for Current 8th Grade/Rising 9th: 2023-2024

When Where

 

Monday, February 6th, 2023 Clayton Registration Presentation 

Monday, February 6th, 2023

Bryant/SLCSE Registration Presentation 
Wednesday, February 8th, 2023 Clayton Registration Input
Thursday, February 9th, 2023 Bryant/SLCSE Registration Input
Friday, February 10th, 2023 Glendale Registration Presentation 
Tuesday, February 14th, 2023 Glendale 

Registration Input

Registration Presentation
QR Code: Application for Health Professions Academy

 


PSAT/NMSQT 

The PSAT/NMSQT will be administered in October 2023 for registered students. Students can register by paying the treasurer $15 before October 1st. Students taking the test should meet promptly at 8:45am on the day of the test in the EHS Library with two, No.2 pencils, a school or government-issued ID, an approved calculator, and plan on being there until about 12:45pm

PSAT Student Guides and PRACTICE TESTS can be found here!

Why take the PSAT/NMSQT? The PSAT/NMSQT stands for the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, which students take as a sophomore or junior. High enough marks, as a Junior, on the PSAT/NMSQT are what qualifies students for the National Merit Scholarship. 


seal of biliteracy

Talk to your school counselor or email Whitney Watchman, if you are interested in taking the Seal of Bi-Literacy Test. 11th-12th grade students are eligible! 

Testing will take place at East on March 15th, 2023 at 8:45a. We will meet in the Computer Lab across from the Library. The make-up test will be on March 21st, 2023. Please watch and listen for communication about this great opportunity to show your super power! 

Ready to Sign-UP now? Fill out this FORM

Seal of Biliteracy FAQs

USBE Seal of Biliteracy Requirements

Seal of Biliteracy Timeline


ACT Test Dates

ACT-SAT Policies

Register for ACT test online at www.act.org                       

After School ACT Test Prep (at East) 
ACT PREP 2023 (From college board)
SHMOOP ACT TEST PRE
Free ACT Study Sessions with the SLC Library

Register for SAT test online at www.collegeboard.org         

SAT PREP

ACT Test Date

Registration Deadline

Standby & Photo Upload Deadline
February 11, 2023 January 6, 2023 February 3, 2023
March 7, 2023 ONLY FOR JUNIORS AUTOMATIC
April 15, 2023 March 10, 2023 April 7, 2023
June 10, 2023 May 5, 2023 June 2, 2023
July 15, 2023 June 16, 2023

July 7, 2023

 

 




 

Paying for College

MARCH & APRIL  (UPDATED 2022-2023)

JANUARY & FEBRUARY  (UPDATED 2022-2023)

NOVEMBER & DECEMBER (UPDATED 2022-2023)

FEBRUARY 

DECEMBER & JANUARY

SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER 

College Fairs and Info Sessions

College Prep Deadlines

For news and updates regarding scholarships, please see your student scholarship canvas course.


Letters of Recommendation

Students who need a letter of recommendation from their counselor must submit their request in person (do not drop off or email request) at least two working weeks prior to the deadline.

Counselor letter of recommendation form

Teacher letter of recommendation form

How to get letters of recommendation


Mindfulness Thursday

Learn how to calm anxieties and worries to feel better. 

Every Thursday at 3:30p-4:30p.

Mindfulness ZOOM link

 

 

Counseling Center Hours

By Appointment

Call the Counseling Center Receptionist, 801-584-2923, between 8:30a-3:30p on school days. 

 

Walk-Ins (Zoom or In-Person)

Typically, 15 minutes before school starts, during both student lunches, and 15 minutes after school ends.


Contacts

Brenda Castruita

Counseling Secretary
brenda.castruita@slcschools.org
801-584-2923

 

Fiefia Tukuafu-Tonga

Comprehensive Guidance Tech
fiefia.tukuafu-tonga@slcschools.org

801-584-2923

 

Phoenix Marin Poore

College Access Advisor
phoenix.poore@utah.edu

801-584-2923 ext. 2201

Schedule Appointment w/ College Access Advisor

 

Trienna Arthur, CSW

School-Based Therapist
tarthur@odysseyhouse.org

801-613-2087

Mental Health Referral Form

 

Jasmine Naea

PACE Advisor 
Room 3000
jasmine.naea_partner@slcschools.org

801-970-2318

PACE Scholarship APPLICATION


College Prep

NCAA Quick Reference Sheet

NCAA Initial Eligibility Center

FAFSA Home Page

FAFSA Walk-Thru Video

Utah College & University Guide

Educate Utah - undocumented student guide 

First Generation College Students

Keys To Success Home Page

Occupational Outlook Handbook

Western Undergraduate Exchange


Responsive Services & Resources

SafeUT: Tip Line

Crisis Line: 988

United Way 211

Youth Services

LGBTQ

Indian Training Education Center

Children's Health Insurance

National Alliance on Mental Health

Utah Youth Suicide Prevention

Help Guide

Therapy Request/Referral 


Pathway Resources

General Education Certificate of Completion

Foundational Pathways Flyer

AP Diploma vs. AP Certificate

AP Testing Schedule

How Do Pre-AP & AP Work Together


Homework Help 

Drop-In: Math Help

STEM Tutoring

After School ACT Test Prep

Writing Tutors


Needs Assessment 

Parent

Student