Rice Guidance Department

The mission of the Rice Memorial High School Guidance Department is to provide a comprehensive counseling program that supports students academic and career goals, in addition to supporting their personal and social needs. We are committed to promoting life-long learning, personal, moral, and academic growth, as well as aiding students in becoming responsible, culturally aware, and productive members of a changing society. Our mission is supported and further strengthened by consultation and collaboration with teachers, parents, administrators, staff and our community. 

College 101 - Workshop for Parents:

Each year Rice hosts events for parents who are interested in learning more about the nuts and bolts of the college application. This year, we are hosting the first “College 101” series on Wednesday, September 20th (8-9am) and Thursday, September 21st  from 4-5pm in the Rice Library. Topics include but are not limited to Naviance, the Common Application, SAT/ACT testing and financial aid. If you have questions, please contact Ms. Rabbin or Mrs. Hill at [email protected] or [email protected].

College Application Workshops during CallBack: 

Our guidance team will offer drop-in workshops on the college application every Wednesday 9/13-10/25 from 2:10-3pm in the library. Each workshop will focus on a specific step of the college application. Students are also welcome to drop by the library for questions on their personal College Application, we will have multiple counselors present to work with students. Workshop topics:

• September 13th: Exploring the Common Application: Creating a Common Application account and connecting to Naviance, How to Add Colleges in Common App, Overview of the Common Application sections. Naviance: adding colleges to the list, inviting recommenders. 
• September 20th:  Completing sections 1 and 2: Profile and Family
• September 27th: Completing sections 3 and 4: Education and Testing
• October 4th: Completing the activities section
• October 18th : How to review and submit
• October 25th: Drop-in for all questions 
   

College & Career Pathways

In March, our sophomores and juniors will be able to attend VSAC’s College & Career Pathways event at Saint Michael’s College. Students will attend the event from 9:00am-1:45pm and will participate in three 45-minute workshops of their choosing and eat lunch in the school cafeteria. There is no cost to attend, and lunch is included. Workshops will include how to choose, apply to, and pay for college or career training programs, and pathways to skilled trades and great careers that don’t require a degree. 

A full list of resources is available in the MyRice portal. Here are some helpful reminders and resources:

After School Homework and Tutoring Program  

Student tutors from the National Honors Society are in Room 146 every  Tuesday & Thursday from 2:30-3:00 to assist students. If you have any questions about the After School Homework/ Tutoring Program, please contact Natalia Livak [email protected].

SAT and ACT Registration

A Reminder for Juniors: If you plan to take the SAT or ACT this spring, please visit the CollegeBoard website to register for the SAT and the ACT website to register for the ACT. 

2023 NEACAC College Fairs

NEACAC’s fall series of Virtual and In-Person College Fairs kicks off this month. These events provide students and families the opportunity to connect with college representatives, learn about the admissions process, and discover financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Learn about the dates and locations of the in-person NEACAC fairs.