DHHS
School Counseling
Counseling Office: (203) 245-6360
Fax: (203) 245-6356
CEEB/SCHOOL CODE: 070370
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Our school counselors are committed to supporting all students at D.H.H.S. We connect with our students individually, small groups settings, in the classroom and via google classroom. If you would like to connect with your child’s counselor, we are available by phone or email. On occasion, we also give updates in the PTO Meetings for parents/guardians. The best way for students to reach their counselor, is to stop by our offices!
Your children's continue success is important to us. Feel free to reach out at any time.
Thank you!
The School Counseling Department
SAT School Day 2023
As a participant of the SAT School Day program, DHHS administers the exam to all juniors on a designated weekday during the school year. This year the in-school SATs will be administered over two days:
Wednesday March 22, 2023: Students with last names A - Mi
Wednesday, March 29, 2023: Students with last names Mo - Z
For more information, please see your school counselor.
AP 2023 Exams
The AP Program and DHHS will again support in-school testing again in 2023 because administering exams in schools maximizes access and opportunity. The exams cover the full content in each course, so students have the opportunity to receive college credit and placement. Exams will be given during the first 2 weeks of May 2023. See the full schedule below
Monday, May 1
- 11:30 a.m. Chemistry
Tuesday, May 2
- 7:30 a.m. Chinese
- 11:30 a.m. Psychology
Wednesday, May 3
- 7: 30 a.m. English Literature & Composition
- 11:30 a.m. Computer Science A
Thursday, May 4
- 7:30 a.m. Macroeconomics
- 11:30 a.m. Statistics
Friday, May 5
- 7:30 a.m. European History
United States History
Monday, May 8
- 7:30 a.m. Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Tuesday, May 9
- 7:30 a.m. English Language & Composition
- 11:30 a.m. Physics C: Mechanics
Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism
(both tests required)
Wednesday, May 10
- 7:30 a.m. Spanish Language & Culture
- 11:30 a.m. Biology
Thursday, May 11
- 7:30 a.m. French Language & Culture
- 11:30 a.m. Physics 1 (Algebra based)
Friday, May 12
- 11:30 a.m. Latin
The information and registration packet was distributed in class in early October, with the deadline for sign-up and payment November 4, 2022. Feel free to reach out to the School Counseling Department with any questions or check with your AP teacher.
PSAT / NMSQT
DHHS sophomores and juniors had the opportunity to take the PSAT on Saturday, October 15, 2022. Scores are now available on Naviance or the student’s CollegeBoard account.
For more information and additional practice, you may visit the College Board PSAT/NMSQT website. If you have any questions please contact the Daniel Hand High School Counseling Department at 203-245-6360.
How to Pay for College
On October 17, 2022, Daniel Hand High School welcomed one of New England's leading experts on college funding strategies to show options and offer insights. Charles Wareham, Financial Advisor from Vaylark Financial Services, shared numerous ways to assist in financing college, including:
- The most effective way to save and invest for college
- Best loans in today's economy and types you should avoid
- How to make the most of the financial aid system
- How to negotiate your financial aid package
- Resources for scholarships and when to apply
- Top myths about who qualifies for financial aid
Vaylark Financial Services
750 Main Street, Suite 400
Hartford, Connecticut 06103
(860) 218-2048
www.Vaylark.com
School Profile
Naviance
Attention Parents/Guardians:
The School Counseling office frequently sends important information via Naviance to parent/guardian emails. Please make sure that you have an active email account in Naviance.
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