Student Support Services: Who to Go To and When

๐Ÿงญ Meet Your Support Team

Hereโ€™s an overview of whoโ€™s here to support you โ€” and how they can help.

School Counselors

๐ŸŽ“ School Counseling Office

School Counselors
Your school counselor is here to guide you through high school and beyond. They can help you:

  • Plan your class schedule and stay on track for graduation

  • Explore college, career, and military options

  • Write resumes and apply for scholarships

  • Work through short-term stress or social issues

  • Manage time and set goals

  • Resolve conflicts or get connected to other supports

๐Ÿ“ Located in the School Counseling Office

Nurse Homan

๐Ÿฉบ Health Services Office

School Nurse
Our school nurse helps students stay healthy and safe during the school day. You can go to the nurse for:

  • First aid or sudden illness

  • Help managing a chronic condition (like asthma, diabetes, allergies)

  • Medication management during the school day

  • Health questions or concerns

  • Health screenings or documentation needs

๐Ÿ“ Located in the Nurse's Clinic

Social Workers

๐Ÿง  Social Workers' Office

School Social Workers (Licensed Clinical Counselors)
Our social workers support students facing ongoing or complex emotional challenges. They can help you:

  • Cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, or grief

  • Receive confidential counseling and mental health support

  • Access substance use counseling and prevention support

  • Navigate family or personal challenges

  • Connect to outside mental health providers or resources

๐Ÿ“ Located in the Roosevelt Room

Todd Smolinksky

๐Ÿ‘ฎ School Resource Officer (SRO)

Officer Todd Smolinksy
Our School Resource Officer is a trained police officer who works in partnership with students, families, and staff to help keep our school safe. The SRO is here to:

  • Promote safety in and around school

  • Build positive relationships with students

  • Respond to emergencies or investigate incidents

  • Provide presentations on topics like internet safety, substance prevention, and more

  • Serve as a trusted adult for students

๐Ÿ“ Office near the Gym and MPAC Lobby

Admin

๐ŸŽ“ School Administrators

Principal & Assistant Principals
Our administrators support the day-to-day functioning of the school and help ensure that GHS is a safe, welcoming place for every student. You can go to them if you:

  • Have questions about school policies or expectations

  • Need help resolving a serious concern or problem

  • Want to share feedback about your school experience

  • Are facing a disciplinary issue or need support navigating a conflict

  • Need an adult to listen or advocate for you

๐Ÿ“ Located in the Main Office

๐Ÿค You're Not Alone at GHS

No matter what you're going through โ€” academically, socially, emotionally, or physically โ€” someone is here for you. Reach out. Weโ€™re ready to help.