Guidance Frequently Asked Questions
"Who Do I Contact When..."
School Counseling Office | See the counseling office staff contact information on the high school website. A staff directory can also be found under the tab "staff’. |
I am sick/out of school/need to be released/picked up early | Parent/guardian: email Email Attendance to report a full or partial day absence; return any official documentation to the attendance office window; for additional questions call: x8723 |
I am concerned about grades | Please reach out to your student’s teacher(s) with any concerns regarding their progress or grades. They can be reached by phone or email or messaged directly via PowerSchool. Counselors are also available to discuss concerns related to academic progress. |
I have questions about sports/athletics | HS Athletics Website → Athletics Sports information, coach contact information: Athletic Director: Mr. Michael Pellegrino Athletic Secretary: Ms. Helen Laverty |
I need working papers | All information can be found here: Working Papers Or contact the main office 609-399-1290 Working papers need to be signed by main office personnel |
I need a transcript (official or unofficial) | Current students: Click here for an official transcript request form Alumni: Click here for instructions |
I have a question about my schedule | Contact your school counselor |
I lost my SWIPE ID | Go to attendance window to receive a new temporary ID (cost: $1) |
I am concerned about my own social/emotional well-being | Student Assistance Coordinator/Wellness Center Social Worker |
Tutoring/Extra Help | Homework Hangout – in library during lunch Currently by appointment only because of social distancing. NHS peer tutor – contact school counselor; teacher office hours |
I want to find out more about college/career planning | School Counselor: Find your Student’s Counselor on the OCHS website here or College/Career Counselor Mrs. Tobi Oves x8716 – college/career planning |
I forgot my Naviance username/password | 1) Forgot password link 2) Contact your counselor to reset |
OCHS band/band camp inquiries | OCHS Band Director: Ms. Schwartz (Email Ms. Schwartz ) |
I need a chromebook/PowerSchool technology issues or need a PS account | Technology help desk x 1234 or |
How to find out about scholarships | Naviance → Colleges → Scholarships & Money → Scholarship List → Local & Regional Scholarships |
My School Bucks, free & reduced lunch, lunch menus, etc. | |
Contact information/change of address | Mrs. Colleen Dwyer, guidance secretary: Email Mrs. Colleen Dwyer, x4214 |
Sending SAT/ACT scores to colleges | Student responsibility to send an official score report from Collegeboard (SAT) or ACT. There is a cost after the free time period – per college $12/SAT; $13/ACT |