Counseling

Salina South High School Counseling Department 

The South High Counseling Office is located on the 2nd floor of the STEM (East) Wing in the Student Center

Salina South High School Counseling Department Mission Statement

The mission of Salina South High's Counseling Program is to:

• Recognize the uniqueness and personal worth of each student

• Assist each student to acquire academic, career and personal/social competencies

• Develop each student's skills, knowledge and attitudes needed to become effective students, responsible citizens, productive workers and lifelong learners.

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Counseling News...

Summer CNA Courses at Salina Area Technical College
Salina Area Technical College is offering four sections of the Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) course this summer, and high school students still considered enrolled qualify for the Kansas high school tuition waiver. That means they can take the course for just $40, which covers all required costs for summer since no workbook is needed (the coursework is entirely online through Canvas). These hybrid-format classes are a great option for students who couldn’t fit CNA into their fall or spring schedules. Students complete the coursework online and attend mandatory in-person lab and clinical days with their instructor. Here’s a quick overview of the Summer CNA sections. Each class is limited to 10 students, so spots will go quickly.  Interested students should apply at www.salinatech.edu under “Certified Nurse Aide” for Summer 2025.  You can also contact Bekki Ringle at 785-309-3102 and she will be happy to answer any questions or help guide you through enrollment.

Summer 2025 Student Volunteers - Salina Regional Health Center
Salina Regional Health Center is seeking Student Volunteers for their Summer program.  At the time of application, student must be a current high school student with a minimum 2.5 GPA.  Complete and submit the application form available at SRHC under "About Volunteers".  Two written references will be required using the guidelines found online.  Summer Volunteer Information.  If you have any questions, contact Marsha Haskett at mkhasket@srhc.com

Extra Help Available to Students
Teachers can be available on most school day mornings from 7:10 am to 7:40 am to provide students with academic assistance.  Please make an appointment with your teacher in advance so they know to expect you and to avoid days when they may have other job duties. You can reach out to your counselor or assistant principal if you have any questions.

2025-26 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Form
The 2025-26 FAFSA is open!  Students enrolling for the academic year 2025/2026 can submit their FAFSA; families should use their 2023 income tax information. Before students and parents can complete the FAFSA, the student and all parents/guardians in the household must create an FSA ID. To create your FSA ID go to FSA ID Website.  

ACT/SAT Test Prep - METHODIZE
Students can take advantage of ACT/SAT Test Prep in XELLO. Methodize is Method Learning’s brand-new online learning platform. Methodize consists of newly updated and revised ACT and SAT courses. Our online program has served over a million students in the past two decades and Methodize distills that experience into a new platform that makes it easier for students and teachers to do test prep. Students can access Methodize under "Links and Resources" in their XELLO account.

O'Brate Foundation - Dual Credit Scholarship
The O’Brate Foundation desires for students with limited financial means to have the ability to take college courses while in high school. Our Dual-Credit Awards vary based on each student’s enrollment status and financial situation. Students who apply earliest in the semester are extended Priority Consideration. Applications submitted before December 1st in the FALL semester and before May 1st in the SPRING semester will be considered. Login to SM Apply > Click Dual-Credit Scholarship from the Programs Menu. No access code or permissions required. Qualified applicants will be contacted by O’Brate Foundation Staff to complete an in-person or video conference interview within one to two weeks of application submission. Notification of the award decision may take two to three weeks after the interview.

RaiseMe Microscholarship Program
Did you know that you can start earning incremental college scholarships, also known as micro-scholarships, your freshman year of high school by signing up for the RaiseMe program? When you create your online portfolio, you can start logging your grades, classes, extracurricular activities, and other college prep experiences to track your progress toward college scholarships, all the way up to your senior year of high school. Colleges and universities have partnered with RaiseMe to help eligible high school students in grades 9-12 track their personal and academic progress and start earning micro-scholarships. These awards are performance-based scholarships that are earned for achievements both inside and outside the classroom, including excellent grades, volunteering, participation in extracurricular activities, and ACT/SAT scores. Raise Me offers high school students the opportunity to quantify their leadership in high school and their community, achieving good grades, taking challenging courses, and participating in extracurricular activities. Learn more about this exciting, no-cost opportunity and sign up. The deadline for seniors to add achievements to their RaiseMe profiles is December 1 of their senior year.

8th Grade Pre-Enrollment Information

On Monday, December 2, 2024, the SHS Counseling Department presented pre-enrollment information to next year's incoming freshman class (Class of 2029).  Current 8th grade parents are encouraged to view the Enrollment Guide and work with their student on selecting classes for freshman year.  If you missed the presentation, we have included a link to the presentation below.  Please contact Mr. Allen with questions.

8th Grade Parent Information Night Presentation

South High Student Opportunities...

Please read carefully. Some opportunities apply to a specific age/classification of student. Additional information is available in the Counseling Office.

Volunteer Opportunities

Are you looking for opportunities to volunteer in the Salina and Saline County community? Here are some links to get started:

Volunteer Match, Salina Youth Helping Hands, Catholic Charities, Salina Family YMCA, Saline Emergency Food Bank, Salina Area United Way, Salina Regional Health Center Student Volunteer Program  

Salina Public Library Volunteen Program
The Youth Services Department at the Salina Public Library needs enthusiastic teen volunteers to help out during the busy Summer.  Volunteers must be between the ages of 13 and 18 years old and must be able to commit to at least 16 hours.  The deadline to apply is March 31, 2025. Volunteen Flyer / Volunteen Application

School Profile

2024-2025 Salina South High School - School Profile

Blended/Dual/Concurrent Credit Opportunities

K-State Salina

hutchinson Community college

salina area technical college

bethany college

Thinking about changing your Class Schedule?

August 20, 2025

Last Day to Drop/Add a 1st Semester Class without Administration Approval

August 27, 2025

Last Day to Drop/Add a 1st Semester Class with Administration Approval

October 8, 2025

Last Day to Drop a 1st Semester Class with WP (Withdraw Pass) or WF (Withdraw Fail) on Transcript

January 12, 2026

Last Day to Drop/Add a 2nd Semester Class without Administration Approval

January 20, 2026

Last Day to Drop/Add a 2nd Semester Class with Administration Approval

March 12, 2026

Last Day to Drop a 2nd Semester Class with WP (Withdraw Pass) or WF (Withdraw Fail) on Transcript

Student Center Staff

Student Center Main Line

785-309-3715

Our School Counselors...

• Counsel students individually and in groups
• Provide developmental classroom guidance activities
• Respond to students' needs in crisis situations
• Orient new students to school programs and settings
• Work with potential drop-outs and other at-risk students
• Participate in the referral process for helping students and families connect with community agencies
• Analyze test results and provide information about students' abilities, achievements, interests, and needs
• Coordinate efforts with other school professionals
• Conduct conferences with parents
• Guide students' school and career plans
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards
• Pursue opportunities for professional growth
• Conduct periodic evaluation of the school counseling and guidance program