Counseling

GCS students experiencing a crisis of any kind— anxiety, depression, abuse, suicidal thoughts, food insecurity, etc., are urged to call GCS Youth Crisis Hotline at 336-332-7295 to speak with a mental health professional. The hotline is open daily from 7 am until midnight.

Counselors are 10 month employees, and we work on a rotation during the summer.

To schedule an appointment with us, please call the main office at 336-316-5800.

Click Here to Book an Appointment with a Counselor During the School Year (Not for SUmmer Use) 

Please be sure to select the appropriate Counselor

when selecting an appointment.

Western Guilford High School's

Student Services Department

Our Mission

In partnership with our educators, parents/guardians, and community, our mission is to provide a comprehensive school counseling program that focuses on academic, personal/social, and career development, within a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment; so all students are empowered with the knowledge and skills to reach their fullest potential, and effectively contribute as responsible members of society.

Please further explore our webpage to access many helpful resources.

If you cannot locate the information you need or you need to meet with the assigned counselor,

then you may schedule an appointment using the link below.

 UPCOMING EVENTS

 Advance Placement Summer Enrichment Camp

Summer School Registration

If you failed 1 or more courses,

be sure to attend summer school to stay on track for graduation!

5^th Quarter Dates:

Rising Seniors and fourth year students will attend 5^th Quarter on June 14^th-July 1^st

Rising 10^th-11^th graders will attend 5^th Quarter July 12^th-July 29^th

When you register, you will see the options below. Please select the appropriate option.

Sessions for students are offered by invitation only to recover course credits.  

Students report to campus Monday through Thursday and work for a minimum of 4 hours each day.  

The instructional day is 9am-1:30pm.

Daily completion of assignments is mandatory.  

Confirmation of successful course completions will be sent to the parent’s email address. 

Summer School Teachers will monitor student progress, provide weekly progress updates, and student support.   

Students who do not make adequate progress within the first week will be dropped from the course to avoid additional course failure.   

GRADUATION !!!! 

Rehearsal is at the Coliseum

June 2nd at 7 pm (Arrive by 6-6:30)

Graduation Ceremony is at the Coliseum 

June 7th at 8:30 am (Arrive by 7)

 Final Exams

What courses have a GCS Final Exam?

 Other courses still have "Teacher-Made" exams which will be announced by your teachers. 

Wednesday, May 19^th- Friday, May 21^st Teacher made, CTE and GCS Final Exams.

During these days students will only report to two classes each day.

May 19^th 1^st and 2^nd blocks

May 20^th 3^rd and 4^th blocks

May 21^st 5^th and 6^th blocks

  The Tentative Schedule

9:40-12:40 Session 1

Breakfast 9:40-9:50 a.m.

12:45-4:05 Session 2

Lunch 12:50-1:25 p.m.

Thursday, May 20^th-Friday, May 21^st CTE EOCs (If applicable)

Monday, May 24^th-Tuesday, May 25^th CTE EOCs (If applicable)

Monday, May 24^th-Tuesday, May 25^th Enrichment Day/Flex Schedule Day

Wednesday, May 26^th    Math I & III (EOC)

Thursday, May 27^th   Biology (EOC)

Friday, May 28^th    English II-Online (EOC)

FAQs:

Can students be exempt from exams?

Yes, students can be exempt from teacher-made exams ONLY at this time. If a student has an A (90-100) in the class they may be exempt.

Do students have to come in-person to test?

Yes, all GCS Final Exams and EOCs are required to be taken in-person

How much will the exam weigh?

It VARIES. GCS Final Exams will count as 20% of the final grade, IF it helps the student’s grade. EOCs will count as 20% but we may receive additional guidance.

GCS Final Exams will be online assessments that will be accessed via Performance Matters (administration guide attached).

 AP Exams (TENTATIVE SCHEDULE)

AP Exam Schedule - TENTATIVE - As of 4-21-21

Families in Need of Food - Upcoming Free Food Give Away

Click Here for Info About the Food Give Away

Important Magnet/Choice School Dates

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