Counseling Center
Salina South High School Counseling Department
The South High Counseling Office is located on the 2nd floor of the STEM Wing in the Student Center
Salina South High School Counseling Department Mission Statement
The mission of Salina South High's Counseling Program is to:
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Recognize the uniqueness and personal worth of each student
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Assist each student to acquire academic, career and personal/social competencies
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Develop each student's skills, knowledge and attitudes needed to become effective students, responsible citizens, productive workers and lifelong learners.
SHS Welcomes - College/University and Military Representatives
- Bethel College - Wednesday, January 21st
- Dodge City Community College - Monday, January 26th
- Hutchinson Community College - Friday, January 30th
- Wichita State University - Tuesday, February 3rd
- Washburn University - Wednesday, February 25th
Salina South High School uses RepVisits to schedule visits.
College, university, and technical school admissions representatives can easily search for available times and sign up for a visit with just a click.
Class of 2030 Transition to South High
8th Grade Pre-Enrollment Information
On Monday, December 1, 2025, the SHS Counseling Department presented important pre-enrollment information to current 8th graders — the incoming Class of 2030. Parents and guardians are encouraged to review the Enrollment Guide and assist their student in selecting courses for their freshman year.
SHS Parent Night for 8th Grade Families – Class of 2030
The South High Counseling Department hosted a Parent Night for all SMS 8th grade students and their families. We shared valuable information about the transition to high school and what to expect during your student’s freshman year at South High. For any questions, please contact Mr. Allen.
If you were unable to attend the presentation, click on the link available below:
Counseling News...
Earl Bane Micro-Scholarship
The Earl Bane First-Time College Student Micro-Scholarship is for $250. Both high schools will award 20 scholarships (10 per semester) or (20 per year) either combination—contingent upon applicants. A student may only receive this scholarship one time. The scholarship may only be applied to tuition for a dual or concurrent credit class and must be paid directly to the college. This scholarship is for anyone in high school enrolling in a CTE or college-level class for credit. However, it must be the first time the student has taken such a class for college credit. The application for Spring semester will open on December 1, 2025. The deadline to apply is Friday, January 30, 2026.
SATC Concurrent Credit Enrollment Deadline
Concurrent Enrollment at Salina Area Technical College will close on Friday, January 23rd, 2026. Students need to submit their signed enrollment forms to Mrs. Carlson in the Student Center. Concurrent credit is available in the following courses: Accounting A/B, Algebra 2/Trigonometry, AP Biology, AP Language & Composition, AP Literature & Composition, Architectural Drafting, Computer Applications 2, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Metals 2A, Metals 3, Physics, AP Physics, and Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry.
Extra Help Available to Students
Teachers are generally available most school day mornings from 7:10 AM to 7:40 AM to provide academic support. If you'd like to meet with a teacher during this time, please schedule an appointment in advance. This helps ensure the teacher is available and not assigned to other duties that morning. If you have any questions or need help setting up an appointment, feel free to contact your counselor or assistant principal.
2026-27 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Form
The 2026-27 FAFSA is open! Students enrolling for the academic year 2026/2027 can submit their FAFSA; families should use their 2024 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.
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.
Nex-Tech - Trip of a Lifetime FRS Youth Tour 2026
The Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Youth Tour will bring more than 100 high school students from rural America together for an exciting experience. Nex-Tech will sponsor two area high school students for this amazing trip! Students MUST be ages 15-17 at the time of the Youth Tour. FRS will not accept any student age 18 or over. Nex-Tech FRS Youth Tour Information.
Volunteer Opportunities
Are you looking for opportunities to volunteer in the Salina and Saline County community? Here are some links to get started:
Thinking about changing your Class Schedule?
August 20, 2025 |
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Last Day to Drop/Add a 1st Semester Class without Administration Approval |
August 27, 2025 |
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Last Day to Drop/Add a 1st Semester Class with Administration Approval |
October 8, 2025 |
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Last Day to Drop a 1st Semester Class with WP (Withdraw Pass) or WF (Withdraw Fail) on Transcript |
January 12, 2026 |
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Last Day to Drop/Add a 2nd Semester Class without Administration Approval |
January 20, 2026 |
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Last Day to Drop/Add a 2nd Semester Class with Administration Approval |
March 12, 2026 |
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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
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College & Career Counselor
Jim Allen
785-309-3710
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Academic Counselor (Class of 2026)
Heather Smith
785-309-3709
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Academic Counselor (Class of 2027)
Amy Wagner
785-309-3712
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Academic Counselor (Class of 2028)
Cameron Magnall
785-309-3680
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Social-Emotional Counselor
Elise Potocnik
785-309-3725
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PBD Counselor
Melanie Goodrich
785-309-3786
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Counseling Dept. Secretary
Monica Carlson
785-309-3715
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School Registrar
Lynnette Froome
785-309-3707
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School Social Worker
Kirsten Bruce
785-309-3672
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Family Support Social Worker
Sequena Harvin
785-309-3737
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School Psychologist
Christina DeWitt
785-309-3796
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Student Support
David Weir
785-309-3711
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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