Academic & Wellness Counseling
At Nerinx Hall, our Academic and Wellness Counseling program is dedicated to empowering our students to achieve their fullest potential through a holistic approach that integrates academic excellence with personal growth. We provide personalized guidance and support to foster intellectual curiosity, emotional resilience, and ethical development. Our mission is to nurture each student's unique gifts, cultivate their strengths, and equip them with the skills and confidence needed to lead with integrity and compassion in all aspects of their lives.
ACADEMIC & WELLNESS COUNSELING PROGRAMS
FRESHMeN
The Class of 2028 will be the first students to take our newest course, Nerinx 101! The course will be led by the Student Success Center staff and be an introduction to both Nerinx Hall and high school academics in general. Faculty and staff will share information on proven study skills, organizational methods, and how to get help when needed. This course includes an introduction to Canvas and PowerSchool, and an overview of the support services offered to all students, including counseling, math and writing coaches, IT, the library, school nurse, and more. Students will also learn how to get involved in areas they are passionate about through the directors of Student Experience, Equity and Inclusion, Service Learning and Campus Ministry. Additionally, we are implementing "Win at Social" through The Social Institute which is designed to help students engage in a healthy relationship with social media.
SOPHOMORES
Sophomores meet with their Academic and Wellness Counselors individually and in small groups and, in collaboration with the health teachers, the counselors present the wellness curriculum.
College counselors also meet with sophomores to advance college and career exploration using a variety of assessments and other tools.
JUNIORS
Juniors and their parents meet with college counselors at a first semester evening program for the College Counseling Kick Off. In second semester college counselors meet with juniors and their parents to formalize steps for college research and selection.
SENIORS
Jump Start
Prior to the start of fall classes, seniors may participate in a one-week workshop designed to organize their college research, begin college applications, develop or complete college essays and sharpen their resumes. Other topics include requesting teacher letters of recommendation and financial aid.
Registration in the spring is required.
Prerequisites: Attend individual meeting with college counselor and parent/guardian in 3rd quarter of junior year, start college research, visit at least one college campus and develop a list of potential colleges.
Seniors meet with their college counselor individually and in small groups first semester to execute college applications or complete other activities related to postsecondary planning. Meetings continue throughout second semester as seniors finalize their plans.