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School Counseling

Counselors work with students for a variety of reasons, including academic issues, college/postsecondary planning, career preparation, and social/emotional concerns.

GS@IP Student-Led Podcast

This student-led podcast provides information to students in Prince William County, Manassas City, and Manassas Park about the Governor’s School @ Innovation Park program from a student perspective.

How We Support Students

School counselors provide services that help students achieve their academic goals, plan for the future, and access the support they need to succeed.

  • Academic Planning

    Help students develop four-year plans, choose courses, monitor graduation progress, and meet diploma requirements.

  • College & Career Planning

    Guide students as they explore careers, research colleges, prepare applications, and identify postsecondary opportunities.

  • Student Well-Being

    Support students through personal, social, and academic challenges while connecting families with school and community resources.

  • Family Support

    Partner with families to answer questions, provide guidance, and connect students with available services.

Tools for Success

Access the tools and resources students and families use to plan, monitor, and support academic success. Students should contact their school counselor for assistance with academic planning and course selection.

PWCS Resources

Explore additional PWCS resources that support students and families.

  • Learn how the PWCS school counseling program supports students' academic, social, and emotional development.

  • Learn how to view unofficial transcripts and request official transcripts for colleges, scholarships, and other educational opportunities.

  • Find mental health information, crisis resources, and community supports for students and families.

     

  • Access no-cost virtual mental health services available to all PWCS students through Hazel Health.

Mental Health and Crisis Supports

Call 911 if there is an immediate risk of harm.