Counseling

New Registrations

If you are a new student enrolling at Denmark High School, please set up a registration appointment at the Hill Center. https://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/Page/46421

Once you have registered with the Hill Center, please fill out the following form to set up an appointment with Mrs. Spurlock over the summer: https://doodle.com/poll/yei3ceu2p47gk469 All appointments will be held in the counseling suite at Denmark High School.

Counselors will resume regular work hours on Thursday, July 18^th. If you are registering after this time, you will set up a registration appointment with your alpha-assigned counselor.

Freshmen Orientation

Applerouth Test Prep Group Classes

Applerouth Mock Exams

Applerouth will be hosting practice tests for the SAT and ACT on August 17^th, September 21^st, October 19^th, February 22^nd, and March 28^th at Denmark High School!

Students can take a full-length proctored mock SAT or ACT for $10! Afterwards students will receive a detailed score report that highlights their strengths and areas for growth. Students will also receive access to an exclusive online Strategy Session led by a top tutor.

Coffee with Counselors

Foryth County Peer Court

Applerouth's College Night

When: Thursday, May 2nd, 8:00 PM 

Where: Online Webinar

Information:

"On May 2nd, join our panel of experts to learn pro tips for testing, writing college essays, and financing college. Plus, get the inside scoop on admissions from Ginger Fay, a former admissions officer at both Duke and Emory. We’ll wrap up with a Q&A time dedicated to all manner of admission-related questions. We hope to see you there!"

Secure your spot HERE

Harvard Diversity Project

The applications for the 2019-2020 cohort of the Harvard Diversity Project are now open! Gifted and talented students from all schools around Metro Atlanta are invited to apply for admission into our nationally acclaimed pipeline program, where they will train another group of minority youth for matriculation into Harvard's annual summer residency. Eligibility requirements are listed in the graphic below. The application will remain open from April --30, 2019. Click here for more details.

Youth Leadership Forsyth

College Information Night 

Duke Summer Sessions

Duke Univeristy has extended the admissions deadline for Summer Academy and STEM Academy to April 29! 
 
Act now before the admissions deadline for the Summer College for High School Students program closes on April 15!
 
Apply now to enjoy a summer of a lifetime at Duke University!

College Information Sessions

When: May 2, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Where: Marietta High School, 1171 Whitlock Ave SW, Marietta, GA 30064

Information:

Join admission representatives from Emory University, Johns Hopkins University, the University of Notre Dame, the University of Virginia, and Washington University in St. Louis for a group presentation. Learn more about academic programs, student life, admission, and financial aid at these institutions. There will be time for questions and to meet representatives at the end.

Register HERE

Online Classes for Fall/Spring

Online Classes for Summer

Brenau University Spring Open House

College and Career Night

Speakers and topics:

• 6:00 – Diane King, Career Development Coordinator for DHS and LHS
  • Internship and Mentorship Forsyth
  • Forsyth County Schools Career initiatives
• 6:30 – Tom Neighbour, Director of Counseling for Alliance Academy and Founder of Optima U College Consulting
  • College search and preparation
• 7:00 – Jed Applerouth, Founder and President of Applerouth Tutoring
  • ACT/SAT tests in relation to college acceptance

Tables and information set up for:

• Patrick Craig Academy
• Erudite Tutoring

Instructional Focus College Fair

During Instructional Focus (10:04 - 11:27)

Your Major: Career Discovery Workshop Presented by Auburn University

Workshops for incoming freshmen interested in exploring majors and careers at Auburn University. 

Workshop Dates:

• Monday, March 18
• Monday, March 25
• Monday, April 1
• Wednesday, June 12
• Wednesday, June 19
• Wednesday, June 26 

Registration:

• $100 for students

Registration includes career assessment results, materials and lunch

• Parents, family members and guests: $25/ person

Optional morning session that includes information on how to support your student as they transition to Auburn University, explore majors and careers, and learn more about resources available to students and their support systems here at Auburn University

For schedules and to register, please visit: www.aub.ie/Your-Major

UWG College of Arts and Humanities Preview Day

Registration

• February 27th (8:00am) - March 6th (4:00pm): Portal Opens
  • Students/parents can view course recommendations.
  • Students will select elective options (including 3 alternatives choices).
  • 70/70 is the goal.
• March 11th (8:00am) - March 18th (4:00pm): Course Waiver Form available.
• Scheduling Seminars:
  • Rising 9th graders: HERE
  • Rising 10th graders: HERE
  • Rising 11th graders: HERE
  • Rising 12th graders: HERE
• Help Session Live Chats:
  • The counseling Staff and Mr. Carnaroli will be holding 3 chat help sessions starting this week to help answer any questions you may have as you work through the course registration process. 
    • February 27th (6:30pm - 7:30pm)
      • http://sml5.forsyth.k12.ga.us/sml/go/smaccount_cspurlock/DHS_Scheduling_Feb_27th
    • February 28th (6:30pm - 7:30pm)
      • http://sml5.forsyth.k12.ga.us/sml/go/smaccount_cspurlock/Thurs_Feb_28_DHS_Scheduling
    • March 5th (6:30pm - 7:30pm)
      • http://sml5.forsyth.k12.ga.us/sml/go/smaccount_cspurlock/Mar_5_DHS_Scheduling

Camp MAGIK

What? Camp MAGIK, a healing camp for bereaved children and adolescents

When? The Calvin Center in Hampton April 12-14, 2019 and at The Cherokee Retreat Center in Cartersville May 3-5, 2019

Information:

Camp MAGIK is well suited to all youth ages 7 through 18 who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling or other close loved one, especially youth who have experienced traumatic death. Professional bereavement counselors, trained in grief and trauma, lead all counseling sessions. 

There is also a retreat available for adults who want to process their own grief with other adults who are grieving – please see attachment.

Camp sessions are FREE OF CHARGE to all participating children and adolescents. 

Applications need to be postmarked, emailed, or faxed to no later than April 3 and April 24 respectively. Free transportation to camp and back can be provided if needed.

APPLICATION HERE

GivingPoint Social Innovators Academy

Evening with UGA - Cumming

What? Evening with UGA - Cumming

When? February 12, 6:30 - 8:00

Where? Forsyth Central High School

Information:

Beneficial for students who are interested in knowing about the admissions process and some information about opportunities at UGA.

Pre-Register HERE

Coffee With Counselors

When? Wed. February 20^th from 9am – 10am

Information:

Marcus Hilliard from the Georgia Student Finance Commission will be giving a ‘College Financial Aid’ presentation that gives an overview of the college finance process and what it entails. If you plan on attending please rsvp here.

Special Programs Informational Open House

What? Special Programs Informational Open House

When? January 17^th, 6:30 – 8:00

Information:

As we move in to the part of the year when course selections are made, DHS is hosting and Informational Open House for students and families. Staff will be located in various parts of the school to meet and greet and answer any questions you may have on potential courses or programs you may be interested in.

Courses and Programs: AP courses, Work-Based Learning, Honors Mentorship, Dual Enrollment, Online courses, Art, Chorus, Theater, Band/Music, Marketing, Engineering, Vet Science, Culinary Arts, Business and Technology Teaching, Office Aide, Library Science, Peer Facilitation, Special Education, and ESOL. Maps and a Key of locations will be provided at the 3 Main Entrances (Main Entrance/Gym/Theater).

Registration/Transition Activities and Events

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10th Grade Status Meetings

Denmark High School’s counseling staff will be hosting 10^th Grade Status meetings in January. These meetings will cover college search/applications, financial aid, HOPE/Zell scholarships, graduation checks, and transcripts. We will start in a group presentation and break-out into small groups for questions and answers. They will be held in the DHS Café at times based on alpha-from last names. Parents are strongly recommended to attend. A Spanish translator will be available for the 10:15am session on Jan 31^st.

Schedule below:

Jan 23^rd  Farnum

                9:00am Rat-So

                10:15am Sp-Z

Jan 24^th  Hollis

                9:00am Kh-Mi

                10:15am Mo-Ras

Jan 30^th  Spurlock

                9:00am Du-Han

                10:15am Har-Ke

Jan 31^st  Burnell

                9:00am A-B

                10:15am C-Do & ESOL

Midterm Schedule

Coffee with Counselors

Applerouth ACT Prep Class

Dual Enrollment Night

What? Dual Enrollment Information Night

When? November 28th at 6:00 pm

Where? Denmark High School Cafeteria

Information:

Denmark Counselors will be covering the benefits of dual enrollment, how it works and how to participate, what a part-time and full time schedule looks like, and how to get college paid for while still in high school! Representatives from Lanier Technical College and the University of North Georgia will be available for questions, and students participating in the program will be available if you want to ask them about their current experiences. Students and parents or guardians that are interested in the program are encouraged to attend.

Academic Success Night Presentation

Click HERE for the presentation given during Academic Success Night

Academic Letters

Congratulations to students who have earned an academic letter this year at Denmark High School. If you purchased a letter, they are available for pickup in the counseling office with Mrs. Spurlock. The best time to pick up your academic letter is in the morning before school.

Academic Success Night

What? Academic Success Night

When? Wednesday, November 7th at 6:00-7:30

Where? DHS Theater

Information:

Is your student struggling academically or having trouble excelling in a particular subject? Join the Denmark High School Counseling staff for Academic Success Night on November 7^th at 6pm! We will be discussing and sharing various resources for you and your child to access both in school, and at home. A Spanish translator will be present to help facilitate.

¿Su estudiante está luchando académicamente o tiene problemas para sobresalido en un tema en particular? ¡ Únase al personal de Consejería de la escuela secundaria de Denmark para la noche de éxito académico el 7 de noviembre a las 6pm! Estaremos discutiendo y compartiendo varios recursos para que usted y su hijo tengan acceso en la escuela y en casa. UN traductor español estará presente para ayudar a facilitar.

11th Grade Status Meetings

Denmark High School’s counseling staff will be starting Junior Status meetings next month (November). These meetings will cover college search/applications, financial aid, HOPE/Zell scholarships, graduation checks, and transcripts. Parents are invited and encourage to attend. We will start in group presentation and break-out into small groups for questions and answers. They will be held in the DHS Café at times based on alpha-from last names. A Spanish translator will be available for the 10:15 session on Nov. 29^th (if home language is Spanish come to that session as oppossed to the one corresponding to last name).

 Schedule below:

Last Names A – Cap

                Nov. 7th – 9:00

Last Names Car – Do

                Nov. 7th – 10:15

Last Names Dug – G

                Nov. 8th – 9:00

Last Names H – Kes

                Nov. 8th – 10:15

Last Names Kh – Mc

                Nov. 28th – 9:00

Last Names Me – Ras

                Nov. 28th – 10:15

Last Names Rat – St

                Nov. 29th – 9:00

Last Names Su – Z + Families with home language as Spanish 

                Nov. 29th – 10:15

Keen Minds Academy SAT/ACT Test Prep - Parent-Student Orientation Class

What? Parent-Student Orientation class

When? 10/28 , 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Where? Keen Minds Academy, 5450 McGinnis Village Place, Suite #103, Alpharetta, GA, 30005

Information: 

- First mock test FREE for each new student

- New upcoming class schedules for both SAT & ACT test prep classes in Alpharetta, starting December 2018

If interested, fill up the form:  https://goo.gl/forms/byBRfGo2BoR6Ezgq2   

Call for more details: 678-735-2153 

Email at: keenmindsacademy@gmail.com 

Forsyth County Drug Summit

Mark your calendars to attend our 10th Forsyth County Drug Awareness Summit on October 22 at 6:30 p.m. at the Forsyth Conference Center. Our theme for this summit is "Be the Change" and our focus on youth is stronger than ever before! Please encourage your teens to attend with you. They will get to meet other youth making a difference. We have a fabulous keynote speaker, Virginia Vereen, of Awareness Ignites Change, along with our new youth clubs and young adult group re:VIVE in addition to several other speakers. There will also be plenty of information geared toward parent education. The sheriff's office will be there to teach parents about what drugs look like and what everyday objects can be used as paraphernalia. Our free summits are a must to stay up-to-date with what our youth face as they are bombarded with a never-ending variety of lethal drugs that didn’t even exist a few years ago. Come & learn to successfully do your part in making Forsyth County healthy, safe, and drug-free. Please share this event with others!

Splash UNC

What? Splash UNC

When? November 10th, 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Where? University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Cost? $20 (lunch included)

Information:

Splash UNC is a bi-annual program where high school students have the opportunity to attend classes taught and created by Carolina students. Classes include a variety of interesting topics ranging from chemistry and swing dancing to neuroscience and Harry Potter. The classes we are offering this semester aim to help high school students explore their current interests and discover new passions.

Payment accepted online through the registration page where students can also pre-order a Splash UNC t-shirt for $10. The program fee will also be accepted in cash or by check the day of the event when students come to campus.

Student registration closes on November 3rd at 11:59pm, so don't delay! To learn more and register, visit https://splashunc.com/

Coffee with Counselors

Join us on Tuesday, October 23^rd for our second coffee with counselors event. We will have Sergeant Tom Little from the Forsyth County Sherriff’s Office Drug Task Force coming to speak in honor of Red Ribbon Week.

If you have any questions please reach out to Ms. Lindsay Burnell (lburnell@forsyth.k12.ga.us) 

RSVP HERE!

Georgia Highlands College Preview Days

• Cartersville site - October 16, 2018 from 5:00pm-7:00pm
• Marietta site - October 23, 2018 from 5:30pm-7:30pm
• Douglasville site - November 8, 2018 from 5:00pm-7:00pm

  **The registration link can be found here:https://sites.highlands.edu/admissions/visit/

UNG Tour

What? Tour of UNG Dahlonega Campus

When? Money and Field Trip form due Oct. 3rd, trip will be Oct. 10^th   

Where? Buses would load and unload at Denmark High School

Cost? $20 (food and transportation)

Information:

DHS Counseling Office had enough interest shown to offer an option for 11th Graders to tour the UNG Dahlonega Campus. This would be offered on PSAT Day (Oct. 10th) so little to no course work will be missed (can't take PSAT and take trip). It is a great opportunity to see what is offered to our students at a college that is close to home. Students would load a bus and leave from school and return to school. $20 for transportation and lunch.

If interested, come by the counseling office to pick up a field trip form and turn the form in with $20 by Wednesday, Oct. 3rd.

Mock ACT/SAT Test

UNG Open House

PSAT Prep Rally

Auburn University CLA Day

During this event, you will learn all about all areas of the College of Liberal Arts and meet current students, faculty, and staff.  We will also have speakers from various areas of campus including Housing, Student Financial Services, Admissions, and Campus Dining. 

Please RSVP using www.aub.ie/cla-day. 

Lanier Tech Dual Enrollment Announcements

Lanier Technical College has begun registering returning students for Spring 2019 semester. Students will need to meet with their counselor in order to receive a Participation Agreement (needed before meeting with college advisor).

Upcoming dates:

September 25, 2018- Dual Enrollment Informational Night-Forsyth Campus (Conference Center) 6:00 pm

November 7, 2018- Application Deadline for Spring 2019 semester

UNG Tour

What? Tour of UNG Dahlonega Campus

When? Oct. 10^th

Where? Buses would load and unload at Denmark High School

Cost? $20 (food and transportation)

Information:

DHS Counseling Office is interested in offering an option for 11th Graders to tour the UNG Dahlonega Campus. This would be offered on PSAT Day (Oct. 10th) so little to no course work will be missed. It is a great opportunity to see what is offered to our students at a college that is close to home. Students would load a bus and leave from school and return to school. $20 for transportation and lunch.

If interested, fill out the form at the link below by Friday, 9/14, so we can see if we would have enough interested in participating to make the trip happen.

https://goo.gl/forms/d82lmB07QpdKyhex1

Applerouth Test Prep

Got Skills?

UNG Visit

What? A representative from the Univeristy of North Georgia will be visiting Denmark High School to meet with students and give information to interested students.

When? Tuesday, September 4th during Dane Time.

Where? Near Cafè

Coffee with Counselors

Join us on September 13th at 9AM Room: 1261 to meet Jed as he discusses the SAT/ACT and Test Anxiety.

RSVP HERE 

Anxiety hits us all at some point in our lives; however, for many aspiring college students, high-stakes testing brings anxiety levels to new heights and test performance to new lows. But there is hope! There are interventions that effectively reduce test anxiety and lead to performance gains. Let’s discuss practical strategies you can use to help your anxious testers. Let’s explore potential confounding factors such as processing speed deficits and learning differences, familial expectations, generalized anxiety disorders, metacognition, and self-regulation strategies. Help your students take the edge off of high-stakes testing. 

If you have any questions contact Lindsay Burnell at lburnell@forsyth.k12.ga.us.

Peer Tutoring

Brenau University Visit

What? A representative from Brenau University will be visiting Denmark High School to meet with students and give information to interested students.

When? Tuesday, August 28th during Dane Time.

Where? Room 1307

PROBE College Fair

What? Probe College Fair - Probe is an annual program of college fairs that are held throughout the state of Georgia. The program is managed by the Georgia Education Articulation Committee (GEAC), whose sole mission is to disseminate information and stimulate interest in post-secondary education for students in Georgia. Hundreds of colleges from across the nation attend Probe each year to reach thousands of Georgia high school juniors and seniors.

When? Tuesday, Sept. 18th, 11:00 am - 11:45 am (bus will load at 10:30)

Where? Forsyth Conference Center at Lanier Technical College, 3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Cumming, GA 30041 (loading bus at DHS)

Who? Denmark High School Juniors

Important Information: 

DHS Counseling Department will be taking a bus to the Probe Fair so Juniors can attend. cost will be $5 (to cover transportation). Students will need to complete a field trip form and turn money into the counseling office by September 7th in order to attend. Field trip form can be picked up in the counseling office.

UGA Vet School for a Day

What? Program offered by UGA Vet School to educate student on career opportunities in the field of vet science. Includes tour of the Teaching Hospital, a meeting with faculty from different areas of interest in our profession, and an informal discussion with current veterinary students. Students will have lunch and also listen to distinguished alumni speak about his or her career.

When? Wednesday, September 19th.

Who? Interested high school Juniors and Seniors

Cost? This program is offered free of charge to student participants, but there is a small fee ($15) for each chaperone (parent, counselor, and/or teacher), payable on the day of the event. Vet School for a Day is proudly sponsored by the David Forehand Foundation, based in Atlanta.

Important Information:

Registration will open Monday, August 6 and will close on Monday, September 3. All materials must be received before the deadline. Applicants will be notified of our decisions on Friday, September 7. 

Application Form 

Recommendation Form

Return application, recommendation form, and official high school transcript to:

College of Veterinary Medicine
Office of Academic Affairs
c/o Vet School for a Day
501 DW Brooks Dr.
Athens, GA 30602

PSAT Registration Information

What? PSAT/NMSQT

When? Wednesday, Oct 10, 2018

Who? Interested 9th and 11th grade students

Important Information for Testers:

• Mon, Aug 20, 2018 at 6:00 AM - Registration Begins
• Fri, Sep 7, 2018 at 11:59 PM - Registrations and payments after this date will incur a $7 late fee.
• Wed, Oct 3, 2018 at 11:59 PM - Registration Ends
• Sat, Oct 6, 2018 at 11:59 AM - Registrations that have not been paid for will be canceled and exams will not be ordered
• Exam Date: Wednesday, Oct 10, 2018
• Cost: $18 for all 9th and 11th graders

Note: All 10th grade students will take the PSAT at no cost and do not need to register. 

Interested 9th and 11th grade students should register online. Students can pay online via the registration site.

Home school students may participate in the PSAT at a designated Forsyth County school. Home school students interested in taking the PSAT should contact Ms. Nikki Thomas at NFHS. 

Contact Denmark's PSAT Coordinator, Heather Tallant, with any questions regarding testing or financial assistance needs:

htallant@forsyth.k12.ga.us 

470-533-2521 ext: 511462

Brenau University Fall Open House

C2 Education: Academic and Social Open House

ACT/SAT Dates and Information 

Curriculum Nights 

Transportation Information (including bus stops) 

Click HERE 

Forsyth County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or gender in employment decisions or educational programs and activities.