ANNOUNCEMENTS
Summer Hours
The Counseling Department will be open for general inquiries throughout the summer break Monday through Thursday from 7:00am to 3:00pm (closed from 12:30-1:00pm), and on Friday from 7:00am-12:30pm. Please be aware that school counselors are only available on certain days, by appointment. Please see below for each counselor's schedule. We wish everyone a relaxing and safe summer break!
| Date/Time | Counselor(s) |
| June 12th, 8:00-2:00 | Davirah Timm-Dinkins Kellie McGavin-Wiedlich Leanne Glowik |
| June 13th, 8:00-2:00 | Davirah Timm-Dinkins Kellie McGavin-Wiedlich |
| June 14th, 8:00-2:00 | Kellie McGavin-Wiedlich |
| June 19th, 8:00-2:00 | Kellie McGavin-Wiedlich
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| June 20th, 8:00-2:00 | Kellie McGavin-Wiedlich
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| June 21st, 8:00-2:00 | Davirah Timm-Dinkins |
| June 26th, 8:00-2:00 | Davirah Timm-Dinkins |
| June 27th, 8:00-2:00 | Davirah Timm Dinkins |
| July 11th, 8:00-2:00 | Leanne Glowik |
| July 12th, 8:00-2:00 | Leanne Glowik |
| July 13th, 8:00-2:00 | Leanne Glowik |
| July 25th, 8:00-2:00 | Leanne Glowik |
| July 26th, 8:00-2:00 | Leanne Glowik |
| July 27th, 8:00-2:00 | Leanne Glowik |
| August dates will be posted in mid-July |
11th Grade College Planning Night
The STEM Academy Counseling Department hosted our annual 11th Grade College Night on January 24th. Mrs. Timm Dinkins, Mrs. McGavin-Wiedlich, and Mrs. Glowik shared information about the college planning and application process. Thank you to all of the junior parents and students who attended. A copy of the presentation can be found
here, as well as a copy of the
handouts that were distributed.
Financial Aid Night
The STEM Academy Counseling Department hosted our annual Financial Aid Night on November 14th. Representatives from St. Joseph’s University Office of Financial Affairs and the PA Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) reviewed the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), the CSS Profile, as well as the complete financial aid process. You can access the presentations from our Financial Aid Night below:
Presented by Michael Burke, PHEAA - Pennsylvania School Services
Presented by James N. Jackson, Admissions Counselor, St. Joseph's University
Naviance User Guide
This
guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to use Naviance as part of the college application process. Also included is general information and FAQs about the college process, as well as information about the
Coalition for Access and Affordability application.
Transcript Submission
Transcript and Letter of Recommendation request forms are now available in Counseling Office!
Most colleges require that your school counselor send an OFFICIAL high school transcript. In most cases, transcripts will be submitted online through Naviance, with the exception of the Coalition for Access and Affordability application. Please see your counselor if you plan to use this application. You can request transcripts by filling out the pink transcript request form (available in the counseling office). With the completion of college applications and deadlines, we request that you adhere to the following transcript deadlines. In general, we ask that you allow for 10 school days for your counselor to submit your transcript.
| Application Due |
Transcript Request Due to Counseling Office |
| November 1 |
October 15 |
| November 15 |
October 30 |
| November 30 & December 1 |
November 8 |
| December 15 |
November 25 |
| January 1 |
December 4 |
SENIORS: Please be aware that it can take colleges several weeks to confirm the receipt of your transcript once it is sent by your counselor. Many colleges send automated emails reminding applicants to submit their transcript (even if the transcript has already been received). While your counselor can confirm when a transcript has been submitted, we recommend that you contact your prospective college(s) directly to confirm that a transcript hasn't been received.
Downingtown STEM Academy Counseling Department
610-269-8460, ext. 7206 (phone) -- 484-694-5590 (fax)
CEEB Code: 391-036
The mission of the Downingtown Area School District school Counseling Department is to provide a comprehensive program addressing the academic, career, and personal/social development of all students. In partnership with the school community, counselors provide opportunity to develop a foundation that allows students to identify and explore individual abilities and interests. School counselors facilitate a support system that promotes academic and personal achievement and fosters the skills necessary for students to grow and contribute as productive members of a global society.
Appointment Scheduling and Hours of Operation
The counseling department is open Monday-Friday from 7:00am to 3:00pm. The counseling department operates on a "walk-in" approach - students are not required to have an appointment to stop in and see their counselor. If the counselor is not available when a students drops in, they will be asked to schedule an appointment at a later time. Students are welcome to schedule an appointment if they prefer, and parents are encouraged to schedule an appointment as well to ensure a counselor will be available when they come in.
To schedule an appointment, students can come to the counseling office and have Mrs. Zach, Counseling Secretary, schedule the appointment. Students can also email their counselor directly to set up an appointment. Parents are encouraged to contact Mrs. Zach or their student's counselor for an appointment. You can find contact information for a counselor on the
Contact Information page.
