Counseling & Student Support

Student Counselors

St. Benedict's Counseling Department is committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive support to all students, empowering them to thrive academically, socially, emotionally, and in their future careers. Our programs are designed to nurture personal growth, strengthen resilience, and prepare students to become responsible, productive citizens.Parents are encouraged to communicate any experiences or challenges that may impact their child's well-being or academic success.

Through individualized guidance and resources, St. Benedict's counselors help students:

Develop effective organizational strategies and study habits
Cope with personal, social, and emotional challenges
Navigate the college application and admissions process
Explore post-secondary education and career opportunities

St. Benedict School profile

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Katie Holt

Titles: Freshman & Senior Counselor, With St. Benedict Since 2023

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Jeremy Smith

Titles: Sophomore & Junior Counselor

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Student Support

Dropping and Adding Courses

To reduce the number of course changes which affects whether a course can be offered, any student request made after June 1 is subject to a $50 fee per course change. The last day for students to drop/add a course for the school year will be the 5th regular school day of the semester. For new 2nd semester classes, the final date to make any class changes is the 3rd regular school day of the semester. Final approval for course changes must come from the Dean of Academics.

After the academic school year has begun, for a student to drop an Honors or AP course before the course change drop date, the student must obtain a signed note of approval from both the current honors/AP teacher and parent. If a student is approved to drop an honors or AP course, the student will only receive traditional credit for the entire year.

Tutoring and Academic Help

Navigating seven classes in high school is tough! No two schedules are alike, and no two students are alike. Helping students find a system that works for them is essential to success. Our counselors and teachers are here to help students in all their academic endeavors — study habits, time management, and organization. Feeling confident, prepared, and on top of their work propels students upward and onward in their high school journey.

We encourage students to ask for assistance from counselors, faculty, and staff. We are here to help! Mu Alpha Theta

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National honor society tutoring

Social and Emotional Resources

Our counselors speak with students in their Theology classes and one-on-one to help them develop soft skills that allow them to persevere through life's obstacles, including overcoming fear, anxiety, and feeling "stuck." They are also a vital source of support during difficult times, assisting with emotional crises, relationship challenges, mental health concerns, suicide prevention, and tragedies both inside and outside of school. In addition to working directly with students, our counselors provide guidance and connect them with resources tailored to their specific needs. We also collaborate with local counseling services to offer referrals when additional support is necessary.

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AP Exam Schedule

College Counseling

Navigating the College Admission Process
Going to Visit Colleges: Guidelines for Seniors

Navigating the College Admission Process

The college admissions process is a pivotal time for students, and SBA is dedicated to guiding them every step of the way. Our College Counseling program helps students explore interests, set goals, and develop action plans through individual and group meetings, college visits, SAT/ACT advising, and application support.

Each year, we welcome a diverse range of colleges, including SEC schools, private universities, military academies, and Catholic institutions. Through our partnership with TACRAO, we bring admissions representatives nationwide to our College Fair, while our Senior Counselor, Mrs. Holt, gathers key application and scholarship information to support students' success.

SCOIR

A secure platform for college and career planning, helping students and parents make informed decisions. It allows students to manage applications, compare colleges, and access YouScience—an aptitude and interest assessment for juniors that explores potential majors and careers.

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Going to Visit Colleges: Guidelines for Seniors

Seniors are allowed two college days a year.

Students must bring a note to a counselor from their parents requesting a college visit.
A counselor will issue the student a clearance form.
All teachers, counselors, and attendance secretaries must sign the form. Discuss with your teachers how you will make up any missed work.
The counselor must approve the form at least two days before the visit.
After the visit, bring documentation from the college stating the date of the visit.
An official at the college must sign the documentation.
The absence will not be counted as an excused college day unless the documentation is returned to the counseling office the day you return from the visit.

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