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Frequently Asked Questions

How would a student go about seeing a counselor?
Counselors are available to be seen throughout the day.  Students should sign up by filling out one of the yellow forms located with the counseling secretary.  Students receive a pass to come to the guidance office usually in their homeroom.  Teachers have the final decision as to releasing a student from their class.  As soon as a student receives a pass and a time to leave, they should come directly to the counseling office.  Sometimes, circumstances will arise that take priority over a requested meeting.  If so, a student will be seen as soon as possible.


How does a student order a copy of their transcript?
Students may request a copy of their transcript from the counseling secretary.  Students may want to meet with their counselor to check their transcript before using it.  For official use, a counselor should check, stamp, date and endorse the transcript.


How can I reach my son or daughter's teacher via telephone or email?
Mount Pleasant High School has voicemail as well as email set up for each of our staff.  When you call the school number (762-7125), you should get a message.  If you know the teacher's extension, enter the number and leave a message (teacher extensions are typically their classroom # with a zero added to the end).  You can also email teachers, please refer to our Staff Directory.


Can my student make a schedule change?
Schedule changes are not made after the start of school, unless the student has been placed in a class which is inappropriate for their skill level.  Students are required to have a parent/teacher conference if they seek to change the skill level of any of their major courses.  Your counselor can give you more information on this process.   

Where does my son or daughter get a work permit?
Work permits are obtained after a student has accepted a job.  Work permits may be picked up in the guidance office and must be signed by any building secretary.


When should my son or daughter begin to obtain letters of recommendations for college applications?
Letters of recommendation are an important procedure in the college admission process.  It is never too early to start preparing for the college application process.  Adequate time should be given to this process.  Most counselors will request the student submit a resume along with a list of teachers knowledgeable about the student's academic/social history.  In addition to talking with teachers, counselors may meet with the student to discuss college or career goals.  It is very important for a student to give the counselor or teacher plenty of time to complete a recommendation.  We suggest that you ask for a letter of recommendation at  least three weeks in advance prior to the date that you would like it to be completed.  Please remember that first semester is a very busy time.  Your counselor could be writing many letters during the same time interval that you have requested.


Where can my son or daughter obtain college and scholarship information?
Our scholarship bulletin, updated frequently, is available online or in our career center.


Where can we find out more about financial aid programs?
Visit our career center for more information.


How does a student register for classes in night school?
Night classes are held at James H. Groves Adult High School.  The classes are free to students who are enrolled in day school full time.  Students must be 16 years of age to participate in this program.  Enrollment is listed in the beginning of each semester with a counselor referral form..  Call 651-2709 (Wilmington) 683-3646 (Marshallton) and see your counselor for more information.


What is the NCAA Clearinghouse and when does a student need to register?
The NCAA Clearing House is for college-bound student athletes.  The NCAA is an association made up of 964 schools classified in three divisions.  The NCAA  Clearing House certifies athletes as eligible to participate in college sports.  The requirements for eligibility to participate differ for each division.  Your transcript, including test scores, proof of graduation and other academic information will be used to determine your eligibility to participate.  All students must initially register with the NCAA Clearinghouse on line at www.ncaaclearinghouse.net, an athletes eligibility as a "Qualifier" will then be determined.  A "Qualifier" can practice, compete and receive athletics scholarships as a college freshman.  Determination is based on a formula of core class grades and SAT scores.  See your counselor in the beginning of your senior year for more information and bring in your transcript request to the guidance secretary.  The most important note is to check with your counselor to make sure you are taking a core curriculum required by the NCAA.  You should register to take the SAT during your junior year.


What do I do if my son or daughter does poorly on the DSTP in the spring of their sophomore year? 
If your son or daughter does poorly, there are several retest opportunities available throughout the school year as well as over the summer.  We also offer extra help in our PLATO lab after school Monday through Thursday in Room 113.  Contact your student's counselor for more information.  


How do I get my locker combination?
Students receive their locker assignments from their homeroom teachers.  Students must bring in their own locks and are responsible for keeping their combinations.  


Are there any courses offered that prepare me for the SAT?
Mount Pleasant High School does not offer any preparatory classes for the SAT.  However, students are encouraged to enroll in Geometry prior to taking the SAT and do as much outside reading as possible.  SAT preparatory classes are offered through local learning centers.  For more information, contact your counselor.


Is tutoring available at Mount Pleasant High School?
Mount Pleasant has tutors available through the National Honor Society  (NHS) who are can tutor students in core subjects as well as foreign language.  If you are interested in finding out more information about NHS tutors, you may contact the guidance office or Mrs. Greenstone who is the sponsor NHS.  For further information on outside tutoring, contact your guidance counselor:


What do I need to do to register my son or daughter at Mount Pleasant?
If you are going to register a student at Mount Pleasant High School you must first call 762-7127 to schedule an appointment.  When you come in for registration you must have the following information:

PROOF OF ADDRESS (REQUIRED) with the parent or guardian's name and date.  Ex. Utility bill, rent receipt, home sales contract.  Driver's license is NOT accepted but may be copied as a secondary verification.

COPY OF BIRTH CERTIFICATE (REQUIRED when entering a public school for the first time).

OFFICIAL WITHDRAWAL FORM from previous school showing grades and dates of attendance, including class absences (Secondary).

TRANSCRIPT AND/OR REPORT CARDS, TEST SCORES, if available - REQUIRED if entering 12th grade.

PARENT/GUARDIAN MUST REGISTER STUDENTS (REQUIRED).

GUARDIAN PAPERS (Family Court) - Proof of custody if not living with parent
PETITIONS NOT VALID.

PROOF OF STATE REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS - including Mantoux tuberculin skin test.