How to Contact Your School Counselor

Wayzata Public Schools will be closed through April 5. As a school community, we acknowledge this temporary change in our way of life will be trying for families. We are here for you, and collectively, we will continue to provide support for you! 

Students are encouraged to use the Student Support Scheduler to book remote appointments with their support staff via phone or Google Hangout.

• Counselors and other support staff members will call students at the phone number they provide in the appointment sign-up.
• If a Google Hangout is preferred over a phone call, please set up an online appointment, and then email your support staff member to let them know.
• For same day needs, email your support staff directly or call your floor office. 

Information about online learning plans, meals for students in need, childcare for emergency personnel, and more is available on our Coronavirus COVID-19 Response Plan webpage. 

Community Resources

Emergency: Call 911 - do not hesitate.

Mental Health Crisis (available 24/7):

• Hennepin County Mobile Crisis Unit: 612-348-2233
• Hennepin County Children's Mental Health Services:  612-348-4111
• Minnesota Crisis Text Line: Text MN to 741741
• Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
• United Way First Call for Help: 651-291-0211

Food Resources: Interfaith Outreach and Community Partners: 763-489-7500, 1605 County Rd 101 N, Plymouth, MN 55447

Crisis Shelter for Youth: The Bridge For Youth: Text 612-400-SAFE or call 612-377-8800

Important Dates

March 18 - Junior Seminar (See information below)

March 26 - Spring Break

April 10 - Last Day of Term 3

April 13 - Start of Term 4

April 15 - Sophomore Seminar

April 16 - Freshman Seminar

Seminar Notes

Junior Seminar

Junior Seminar is now accessible to the Class of 2021 on Canvas, under the "Seminar Term 4" section of the Counseling Canvas page. Accessing content through a web browser instead of the Canvas App is required.

Please take a look to learn more about planning for senior year, the college application process, letters of recommendation, and more! Seminar activities include:

• How much does your ideal lifestyle cost? Try the "Reality Check" tool on MCIS!
• Want to get a head start on scholarships? Check out the Financial Aid Sort in MCIS!
• Please complete the Junior Seminar Feedback Survey at the end of the seminar session.

Counseling Tips

Social + Emotional

Set boundaries for yourself around the amount of virus-related news you can take in. Keep up-to-date on important information, but turn off the news when it feels like too much.

If you are able to safely, and while keeping social distance guidelines in mind - get outside! Take a short walk, or sit outside in the sun for a minute and take a deep breath.

Look for new ways to connect with your friends remotely - workout together over video chat, call to check in instead of texting, etc.

Academic

If you have been feeling behind on school work, now is a great time to catch up. Email teachers or anyone on your student support team if you are needing help with where to start.

Wanting a schedule change for Term 4? Email your counselor or make an appointment with them as soon as possible. All schedule changes need to be made prior to the start of Term 4.

Post-Secondary

Seniors: Still not sure what your plan is for next year? Your counselor is here to help! Make an appointment to solidify next steps with your counselor. 

College and Career Center (CCC) Updates

Transcripts + PSEO Applications

If you are a current student in need of a transcript, fill out this Transcript Request Form and send it to Terri Marr to be processed. Similarly, if you need a Post-Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) Application completed, fill out this MDE PSEO Form and send it to Terri Marr.  No fees are required at this time.

If you have further questions or concerns about transcripts or PSEO Applications, call 763-745-6631 or email Terri.Marr@wayzataschools.com.

4955 Peony Lane, Plymouth, MN 55446  |  Phone 763-745-6600