We provide guidance on graduation requirements, transcript requests, curriculum planning, and academic resources to help students succeed in their educational journey.
Social-Emotional Guidance
Our counselors offer support for personal challenges, stress management, and building resilience to help students maintain emotional well-being throughout high school.
College & Career Planning
We assist with college applications, career exploration, scholarship opportunities, and post-secondary planning to prepare students for life after graduation.
Our department provides comprehensive resources including graduation requirements guidance, transcript requests, curriculum guides, and school profile information. We also facilitate meal applications for the free and reduced lunch program.
Palm Beach County School District is committed to providing exceptional students a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in accordance with federal, state, and local mandates.
ESE Solution Center
Access the ESE Solution Center form for addressing concerns and inquiries related to exceptional student education.
Track credits, required subjects, and elective opportunities each year.
Sample 4-Year Plans
Plan ahead year by year for maximum success and flexibility.
Postsecondary Planning
Strategic planning to meet college and career goals.
Academic Resources
Graduation Requirements
Review Florida's graduation requirements to ensure you're on track for success. Our counselors can help you navigate these requirements while balancing your artistic commitments.
Need your transcript for college applications or other purposes? Our counseling department can assist you with official transcript requests for colleges, scholarships, and other programs.
Explore our comprehensive curriculum offerings, including specialized arts courses, honors, AP, and dual enrollment options to create a personalized academic plan.
Additional resources include meal applications for free and reduced lunch programs, virtual course options, and specialized academic support services. Contact your assigned counselor for personalized guidance on academic planning.
Community Service & Work Hours Requirements
Students need to fulfill service requirements for graduation and scholarship opportunities. Start early to accumulate your required hours!
Community service not only fulfills a graduation requirement but also provides valuable experience that can enhance college applications and scholarship opportunities.
Work Hours to Satisfy FL Bright Futures Requirement
Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program allows students to substitute paid work experience for the community service requirement. Documented work hours can satisfy scholarship eligibility while providing valuable professional experience.
Students must properly document their employment hours using the official work hours log form and submit them through the Student Information System (SIS).
Discover college and career options that align with your artistic and academic strengths. Our counselors help students identify potential pathways that nurture their talents.
Prepare
Build a strong academic foundation while developing your artistic portfolio. We offer guidance on course selection, testing strategies, and extracurricular involvement.
Apply
Navigate the college application process with confidence. Our counselors provide support with applications, essays, auditions, and portfolio submissions.
Decide
Make informed decisions about your future. We help students evaluate offers, understand financial aid packages, and prepare for the transition to college.
College & Career Support
College Application Bootcamp
Join our intensive preparation sessions to perfect your college applications. View information.
We also offer monthly Coffee Talks- Parent Educational Series on topics like summer enrichment, managing college application stress, and transitioning to high school. Please view the schedule above.
Dual Enrollment
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Learn about our partnerships with PBSC, FAU, and UF.
Take advanced courses from Florida's flagship university.
Benefits of Dual Enrollment
Save money on college tuition
Experience college-level academics while still in high school
Explore potential majors and career paths
Build confidence for full-time college transition
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Bright Futures Scholarship Program
The Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program establishes lottery-funded scholarships to reward Florida high school graduates for high academic achievement. For more information, visit https://floridabrightfutures.gov/
Seniors should submit the Initial Student Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) to be considered for Bright Futures Scholarship and other state-funded scholarships and grants. The deadline to complete the requirements is August 31 of senior year.