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9th grade counseling program

Welcome to Northwood!

At the beginning of the school year, we host Freshman Parent Night during which we review graduation requirements, college requirements, and general information about the transition from middle school to NHS. Later in the fall, we visit all freshman English classes to share similar information with our students.

In the spring, we are available to answer questions that students may have about their 10th grade schedule. We will also make recommendations for students who should consider attending summer school.

Throughout the year, counselors are available to help students with any academic, personal/social, or career-related questions and concerns they may have. We track student progress and check-in with freshmen who are struggling. We have a variety of interventions and support programs that we will recommend to students who need extra support as appropriate. 
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important events for Freshmen

resources 

June 5-8: Semester Finals

Freshman Orientation Presentation
Freshman Orientation Packet
Freshmen Year Timeline
8th Grade Family Night Presentation
​8th Grade Family Night Packet
Freshman Parent Night Presentation
Freshman Parent Night Packet
​Princeton Review SAT-ACT Scores Back Presentation
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The Irvine Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities including membership in student clubs shall be free from discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, ethnic group identification, age, religion, actual or potential parental, family, or marital status, or the exclusion of any person because of pregnancy or related conditions, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
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