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Welcome to the 2022-2023 GNS school year!
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A mental health hotline is available for New Yorkers who need it. For free emotional support, consultation, and referral to a provider, call 1-844-863-9314
Findhelp.org is a resource that allows you to search by zip code for access to basic needs, food, and help pay bills.
GNPS Mental Health Resources
Mental Health Hotline Reference Guide
Quick Links
Map of GN South
AP Information
Naviance Student-Overview Video
Course Registration Information
Great Neck South High School Calendar
Great Neck South High School Guidance Department is here to provide you with the resources to successfully and enjoyably complete high school. You will be assigned a school counselor for all four years. Should you have any questions, please ask us. We are here to help!
NACAC College Fairs
www.collegefairguide.com
SUNY Virtual College Fair
Other Online Resources
Students and parents may visit multiple campuses using these links:
• www.youvisit.com/collegesearch
- HESC is holding Virtual FAFSA Completion Workshops. These events are free and open to any senior planning to attend college in the fall. Registration is required and is now open at StartHereGetThere.ny.gov/events.
Financial aid professionals will be available to provide private, one-on-one assistance in completing the FAFSA and NYS Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) applications.
Virtual Drop-In Lounge sessions held every Monday and Wednesday from 3-6 pm
Please attend HESC's Drop-in Lounge if you have a question about financial aid for college, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or the NYS Tuition Assistance Program (TAP). Students can connect with HESC to get answers to their questions on applying for financial aid, the types of aid you may qualify for, how to get started completing applications, and more. Details here.
HESC Texts
Students and parents can sign up to receive text messages from HESC with information about financial aid, important deadlines, events. Register at hesc.ny.gov/text.
Local Events for Students and Families
Great Neck Public Library Programs
Registration is on the library's online events calendar, from this link:
http://www.eventkeeper.com/mars/xpages/G/GNL/EKP.cfm?zeeOrg=GNL
Local and Online Prep Courses
- Great Neck Public Schools Community Education offers SAT and ACT prep courses. Click here for more information.
- Great Neck Public Library offers SAT and ACT prep courses. Click here for more information.
Upcoming South High Guidance Meetings/Events
Schedule Change Week - 8/25 to 8/29 Register here: https://forms.gle/mi6Wvhb2cqw88yaZ8
Virtual Senior College Application Night- Tuesday, September 12, 2023, 6:00 PM
Invitation sent via Parent and Student Link.
Recorded Presentation available on Counselors' Google Classroom for seniors
Virtual Senior College Financial Aid Night- Monday, December 4, 2023, 6:00 PM
Invitation sent via Parent and Student Link.
Recorded Presentation available on Counselors' Google Classroom for seniors
Past Events
Virtual College Panel Night - Tuesday, January 24, 2023, 6:00 PM
Details for the event and Recorded Presentation are available on Counselors' Google Classroom for juniors.
Course Registration
9th Grade Students 1/31-2/3
10th Grade Students 2/2 - 2/10
11th Grade Students 2/13 - 2/17
Incoming 9th Grade Parent Orientation Night - Wednesday, March 1, 2023, 6:00 PM
Virtual Senior College Financial Aid Night- Thursday, October 20, 2022, 7:00 PM (please note the updated time)
Recorded Presentation available on Counselors' Google Classroom for seniors
Virtual Senior College Application Night- Tuesday, September 13, 2022, 6:00 PM
Recorded Presentation available on Counselors' Google Classroom for seniors
9th Grade Parent-Student Conferences 11/7 to 12/16
10th Grade Parent-Student Conferences
11th Grade Parent-Student Conferences 1/4 to 1/27 and 3/6 to 3/31
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Select a School
- Elizabeth M. Baker Elementary School
- John F. Kennedy Elementary School
- Lakeville Elementary School
- Parkville School
- Saddle Rock Elementary School
- Richard S. Sherman - Great Neck North Middle School
- Great Neck South Middle School
- John L. Miller - Great Neck North High School
- William A. Shine - Great Neck South High School
- Village School
- Adult Learning Center
- Community Education
