Counseling Center
The mission of the West Irondequoit Central School District’s school counseling program is to provide a comprehensive, developmental counseling program addressing the academic, career and social/emotional development of all students. School counselors are professional school advocates who provide support to maximize student potential, well-being and academic achievement. In partnership with other educators, families and the community, school counselors facilitate the support system to ensure all students in the West Irondequoit Central School District have access to and are prepared with the knowledge and skills to contribute at the highest level as productive members of society.
Add/Drop Course Procedure
School counselors have an individualized course registration meeting with students every year. These thoughtful conversations, involving multiple stakeholders' input, lead to schedules being created. As a result, schedule changes after the school year begins may be limited.
To add a course:
The addition of any course must occur within the first two weeks of the course. A signature from the teacher of the class being added may be required.
To drop a course:
No course drops will be allowed until a student has attended the class for four school days. After this, schedule changes may be allowed. Signatures of approval are required by the teacher, parent, and counselor. If dropping a class, students must still maintain the required minimum course load (5.5 credits). No course drops will be allowed after the first quarter grade of a class has been posted to a report card. Level changes in the same course (for example, Advanced to Regents level) follow the same guidance as dropping a course.
Please note, course changes will not be made for reason of teacher selection.