The pupil services team at West Allis Central consists of five counselors, a social worker, and a psychologist. Students are assigned to a counselor alphabetically. Referrals to the school social worker and school psychologist are made as needed.
To provide the best service possible, it is recommended that students and parents schedule an appointment. There is no limit to the number of times students may see their counselor, however, it is highly ecouraged that regular contact is maintained throughout their time at West Allis Central.
A variety of services are available to students through this department. The information is listed to give parents and students a general idea of the kinds of programs and and services offered.
We now have access to a web site that provides information about resources available on thousands of topics: basic needs, consumer services, criminal justice, legal, education, environmental, health care, income support, employment, mental health care and counseling, organizational and community services, individual and family life, etc. Through this site we are also able to translate text into Spanish, French or German.
Although these services are available through our guidance department, you can obtain the same information at The Community Information Line: 773-0211.
Individual counseling focusing on acedemic, career, and personal issues
Availability of student assistance groups emphasizing topics such as grief, family issues, alcohol and other groups as needed
Assistance with course selection and planning for future educational options
Classroom guidance presentations
Information on scholorships, summer educational and pre-college opportunities
Communication with teachers and administrators concerning students
Large group presentations on study skills, time management, career planning, and being successful in high school
The PLAN test is optional for all 10th graders in the fall
The WKCE will be administered to all 10th graders in the fall
Advanced placement information and testing
Large group presentations on career planning
Evening program for parents and students about financial aid
Opportunity for students to participate in several college campus visits
Provide ACT test site at West Allis Central
Opportunity provided for students to meet with college representatives
Opportunity for students to meet with military recruiters and take the ASVAB
Self directed search is administered through classrooms
PSAT is optional for all 11th graders in the fall
Junior parent-conference night
Individual junior and senior conferences focused on continued educational planning and other post secondary options
Advanced placement information and testing
Peggy Morrissey -Secretary 604-3120
Mary Nowak -Director 604-3123
Tricia Rigg -Counselor 604-3129
John Wierzbicki -Counselor 604-3119
Greg Goelz -Counselor 604-3125
Christine Piotrowski -Counselor 604-3121
Kim Stanton-Mcbride -School Social Worker 604-5634
Maureen McAvoy -School Social Worker 604-3127
Evan Saunders -School Psychologist 604-3425
ACT/SAT code 502-445