North High Student Services

Who to see and why……….

Trust and Success are pillars for connecting with the right people on campus to get the help you need!

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Are going to play a Sport?

• Need a Clearance Packet for Sports Physicals
• Need to switch your Pink Card from one sport to another
• Need info on Sports awards, pictures, bus times, etc.
• The Athletics office is located at the West end of the main office

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Athletics

Mr. Prosser and Mrs. Branson

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Mrs. Toy, the Activities Director, is the person to see if you:

• Run for a student office
• Get involved in any clubs
• Get involved in Homecoming
• Have ideas for spirit week/activities

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• Mrs. Toy is located in Activities office on the West end of the main office or in the ASB room located above the main office, upstairs in A-Loft 5-6.

Activities

Mrs. Toy

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Are you a member of the Class of 2027? Link Crew is here to help you transition into high school. See Mr. Dutto in DA-1 or a Link Crew Leader for the following:

• Lunchtime Activities throughout the year
• Afterschool events to connect to the campus and raise school spirit
• Freshmen classroom visits to explain school processes and everything about NHS!

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Link Crew

Mr. Dutto

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Mr. Olinger and his team of STARS assist with several key areas of campus culture. They provide mentoring, conflict mediation, listening circles and other campus projects.

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You can find him and his STAR staff in B-Hall, room 75.

Peer Advocacy Center

Mr. Olinger

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Mrs. Hopkins, our finance clerk, is the person to see for:

• Student ID cards
• Any financial transactions on campus
• Dance Tickets

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• Mrs. Hopkins is located in the Admin office and has a window facing out towards the quad

Finance

Mrs. Hopkins

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Attendance

Mrs.Carrillo & Mrs. Estrada

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• Are Late/Tardy to school
• Need an Off-Campus pass
• Are returning to school from an appointment
• Need to clear an absence
• The Attendance Windows are located in the hallway to the right of the entrance to the main office

Call or email

Mrs. Venegas if you need:

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*Work Permit Packets

*Student VUE - Account set-up and log-in help

*Want to talk to your counselor? Leave a message with Mrs. Venegas

*Not sure? Ask Mrs. Venegas

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Mrs. Venegas

Counseling Secretary

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How and When to See your Counselor:

We are here to help you be successful as a NHS STAR and be prepared to succeed with a plan for life after high school!

• Class schedule and 4 year course planning
• College and career exploration
• Personal/Social Concerns
• Refer you to intervention or outside counseling services

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Who is your Counselor?

(Serving you by your last name)

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Mr. Triggs

A-Ce

Mrs. Akins

Ch-Fe

Mrs. Vorhees

Ho-Mc

Mrs. Hobbs

Me-Ra

Mrs. Godbehere

Te-Z

Mrs. Doyle

Re-Ta

Ms. Pena

Fo-Hi

Ms. Gomez

DE & CC

• Have a question about your schedule?
• Need someone to talk to?
• Want to talk about life after high school?

Simply fill out an online

Counselor Request Form

NHS Website - Under Counseling Tab

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How can I contact my Counselor?

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Step 1- Go to north.kernhigh.org

Step 2- Click on Counseling Tab

Step 3- Scroll down and click on “Counselor Request”

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Tier 2 Services

• For students who can benefit from extra support in order to be more successful in the classroom and in life

Tier 2 Group Topics:

• Social skills and behaviors
• Grief
• Depression
• Anxiety
• LGBTQ Support
• Coping Skills
• Substance abuse counseling

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Mr. Lucero

Tier 2

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To submit a request for Intervention Services:

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Go to the website and click Student Request for Intervention

Tier 3 Services

• If a student is not making progress in Tier 2 services or is in crisis, student will be referred to Tier 3 services, such as:
• Case Management and Linkage

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• Crisis Assessment and Intervention

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• Direct Therapeutic Interventions with Tier 3 Students

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• Co-facilitates Tier 2 Groups

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Mrs. Saenz Tier 3

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You will see him for:

• Having trouble getting to school on time?
• Too many tardies or cutting classes?
• Home life issues keeping you from getting to school daily?

Mr. Branson will be working with you, and your family, to help you improve your attendance!

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Mr. Branson

Attendance and Truancy

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located in Dean’s Office

You will see her for:

• Peer groups and circles
• Assistance and information regarding substance abuse

Mrs. Ballew will be working with you to provide support, knowledge, and assistance regarding substance abuse

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Mrs. Ballew

Substance Abuse Specialist

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located in B-Hall

She is the person to see for:

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• Star Pantry Referral Form
• Community Resources for students and families- food/clothing/supplies
• Helping parents access Synergy and become involved on campus
• Parenting and Fitness classes

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ana_robles@kernhigh.org

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Mrs. Robles

Parent and Family Center

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located in main office near the front entrance

She is the person to see for:

• Help applying for College/Universities
• Sign up for the SAT/ACT
• Financial aid and scholarships
• Dual enrollment courses
• College and career exploration
• Military appointments
• Community resources

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angel_rodriguez@kernhigh.org

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Find Info. In the College and Career Center tab of your Stats Connection Dashboard!

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Mrs. Rodriguez

Career Center

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What is Sprigeo?

A 24 hour source for reporting your concerns

• Bullying/Harassment
• Drug use
• Mental health concern for self or someone you know
• Self-harming

Fill out a report online:

https://app.sprigeo.com/district/kern-high-school-district/north-high-school

(Link is also located on North High’s website)

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Sprigeo

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Discussion Questions

• Is there anyone not listed on this lesson that you have questions about? ASK!

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