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Plano West Counseling Department
Vision Statement
Plano West Counselors empower and prepare students to become resilient individuals who contribute to a diverse and dynamic world.
Mission Statement
The Plano West Counseling Department is a visible and valuable resource which serves to advocate, support and develop student-centered programs that provide social/emotional development, college, career and military readiness, and academic success for all students.
The Plano West Counseling Department strives to provide a caring atmosphere that encourages personal growth and integrity, and assists all students in realizing a successful educational experience in preparation for graduation and beyond. The Counselors have personally represented Plano West students on many college & university campuses in Texas and throughout the country, and are actively involved in the American School Counseling Association and serve on the board of LSSSCA (Lone Star State School Counselor Association) at the state levels.
In addition to attending colleges throughout Texas, Plano West students also attend top tier universities, community colleges, vocational training and the military throughout the country.
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Important Announcement for Rising Seniors – Class of 2025
REMINDER:
Make sure you check your courses chosen for your senior year on SchooLinks. If you would like to make changes, you have until Friday, March 8th to request course changes. After this date, there are NO more changes! You may pick up a course request change form in the counseling office.
We develop the number of courses offered based on your choices.
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Struggling with emotions?
Need someone to talk to? Please remember that it's okay to not be okay, but if you need someone to talk to please talk to a trusted adult or contact one of the following:
Mental Health 24-Hour Hotlines:
- Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas - 24/Hour crisis lines: 214-828-1000
- Transicare (formerly known at ADAPT): 866-260-8000
- National Hope line: 800-784-2433
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255
- Or call 911
- 24/7 Crisis Support
Even when school is not in session, you can get help if...
- You feel alone, scared or overwhelmed
- You have thoughts of hurting yourself
- You are worried about a friend being in danger
Call one of these 24-hour hotline numbers -
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255
- National Hope line Network: 800-784-2433
- ICARE Call Center: 800-866-2465
- Adapt Mobile Crisis: 866-260-8000
Texting Options
Text one of these numbers and a crisis counselor will respond quickly. If you have a crisis outside of school hours, use one of the numbers above
Take care of yourself by practicing healthy coping skills:
- Practice deep breathing
- Draw or write in a journal
- Talk to a trusted adult
Be sure to tell your school counselor or social worker when you return to school for additional support.
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Plano West Senior High Rising Seniors Course Selection Process
Step 1: Review the Informational PowerPoint for Requirements
Step 2: Complete Course Selection Sheet
- Download a copy of your transcript from SchooLinks
Plano ISD Webdesk > SchooLlinks > School tab on left > Record Request > Unofficial Transcript > Download
- Review PWSH Course List 2024-25 12th Grade Course Sheet
- Refer to the PISD Course Catalog: https://www.pisd.edu/coursecatalogs
Step 3: Enter Courses in SchooLinks
- PowerPoint of Directions: https://tinyurl.com/55n9rutc
- Log into SchooLinks on your PISD Webdesk (green S icon) to follow the
Steps in the Powerpoint
- Student MUST SUBMIT Courses in SchooLinks & Turn in Course Selection Sheet to their English Teacher by Dec. 8th!!
Spanish Version of Directions: Plano West Senior High Proceso de Seleccion de Cursos
Links to Plano ISD 2024-25 Course Catalog
College, Career and Military Planning
- Counselor Recommendation Packet
- Early Action / Early Decision
- Exploring Pathways to College and Careers
- Planning for Your Future
- Scholarships Directory
- School Links - How to Login 1st time Parents (Guardians)
- SchooLinks - Applying with Common Application
- SchooLinks - Career Exploration
- SchooLinks - College Application Manager
- SchooLinks - College Search
- SchooLinks - FAFSA confirmation/FAFSA opt-out waiver
- SchooLinks - Is a Teacher or Counselor Rec Letter Required?
- SchooLinks - Onboarding
- SchooLinks - Transcripts
- Spring Reminders for Class of 2023 and Class of 2024
- Tips on Writing the College Application Essays
- Transcripts and Records Requests
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College Reps Schedule a Table Visit HERE
PWSH Collin College
For additional information regarding dual credit, please visit Plano ISD Dual Credit WEBSITE
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Dual Credit Information
Dual credit informational recording 2/7/23
Recording of Dual Credit Meeting
Dual Credit Presentation Slides