Guidance Department - Cardinal Mooney

Beyond the Basics

From small gestures like providing mints, hair ties, and Band-Aids to life-changing moments like celebrating college acceptances and scholarships, we are here for our students. Whether it’s organizing tutoring, wiping tears, setting up ACT tests, or cheering on their successes, we are committed to being a consistent and compassionate presence in their high school journey.

Our mission is to empower students to achieve academic success, discover and pursue their future goals, and develop the skills and confidence they need to thrive in all aspects of their lives.

As high school counselors, we are dedicated to supporting our students in grades 9-12 through a comprehensive range of services across three main areas: academics, college/career guidance, and social/emotional counseling.

What Our Counselors Do

Academic Support

Guide students through understanding and meeting Ohio graduation requirements.
Teach study skills and strategies to promote academic success.
Assist students in finding tutors to address specific academic challenges.
Monitor progress to ensure students stay on track for graduation.
Conduct one-on-one meetings to discuss grades, goals, and future coursework that aligns with each student’s aspirations.
Support students in selecting and planning their courses for the upcoming school year.

College and Career Guidance

Offer individualized and group college and career counseling starting in 9th grade.
Help students explore career interests through surveys and assessments that identify strengths and align with potential career paths.
Facilitate research into education and training required for various careers.
Provide one-on-one college counseling
- Building a college list
- Research majors and programs
- College applications
- Revise essays
- Recommendation letters
- Every step of the college admission process
Assist students in identifying and applying for scholarships.
Provide resources for ACT/SAT registration and preparation.

Social and Emotional Counseling

Maintain an open-door policy, creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all students.
Offer one-on-one conversations to address personal challenges, provide guidance, and serve as a trusted listening ear.
Mediate conflicts between peers and help students navigate challenging relationships or situations.
Encourage confidence-building and personal growth through ongoing support.
Refer students to outside counseling services when necessary.
Communicate with parents/guardians as a partnership to best serve the students.