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Curriculum Night Presentation: The College Search (Juniors) SLIDES 

Curriculum Night Presentation: The College Search (Juniors) VIDEO RECORDING 

SAT/PSAT Resources

Juniors 

https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/practice/full-length-practice-tests

https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/practice/khan-academy

Sophomores

https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/pdf/official-student-guide-psat-10.pdf

https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/practice/khan-academy

Freshman 

https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/pdf/psat-8-9-student-guide.pdf

https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/practice/khan-academy

Groves College & Career Center - Links to Free and Fee-based Test Prep sites

https://www.birmingham.k12.mi.us/Page/2847

Mental Health Podcasts:

https://anchor.fm/bpsmentalhealth

Norman Hurns

Counseling Department Chair

NHurns@birmingham.k12.mi.us

248-203-3506

Education: Mr. Hurns holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Arts and a minor in History from Xavier University, a Master of Education in Social Studies from Walsh University, and a Master of Arts degree in School Counseling from the University of Detroit Mercy.

Philosophy: Mr. Hurns believes School Counselors most provide counseling through preventive and intervention efforts, advocate for diversity and equity in education, and utilize diverse and multicultural perspectives to help students.

Mr. Hurns' favorite thing about Groves is the variety of academic pathways and activities that students can choose from to develop academically, vocationally and personally.

Sharon Adams

School Counselor

Mrs. Adams' Bitmoji Classroom: Click Here

sadams2@birmingham.k12.mi.us

248-203-3503

Education: Mrs. Adams holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Michigan State University and a Masters of Arts degree in Counseling with a specialization in School Counseling from Oakland University.

Philosophy: Mrs. Adams believes that every student can be successful given the right tools. She believes her job is to help students learn and use those tools.

Mrs. Adams’ favorite thing about Groves is building relationships with Groves' students and staff.

Jaimie Barksdale

School Counselor

Mrs. Barksdale's Bitmoji Classroom: Click Here

JBarksdale@birmingham.k12.mi.us

248-203-3508

Education: Mrs. Barksdale holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Health and Human Services from the University at Buffalo and a Master of Science degree in School Counseling from Canisius College.

Philosophy: Mrs. Barksdale believes every child has the ability to succeed in the academic, social/emotional, and college and career development areas with the help of trusted adults. Mrs. Barksdale is dedicated to empowering students to make independent decisions through the utilization of Solution Focused Therapy.

Mrs. Barksdale’s favorite thing about Groves is the “family-like” atmosphere of the school and its surrounding community.

Greg Kolb

School Counselor

GKolb@birmingham.k12.mi.us

248-203-3507

Education: Mr. Kolb holds a Bachelor of Science in Social Science from Mercy College of Detroit and a Master of Arts in School Counseling from the University of Detroit.

Philosophy: Mr. Kolb entered the counseling field 30 years ago to help as many students as he could. Mr. Kolb’s philosophy of assisting and helping as many students as he can remains the same today.

Mr. Kolb’s favorite thing about Groves is the people - including the kids, families and staff.

Lilianne Kowalchuk

School Counselor

LCharles-Kowalchuk@birmingham.k12.mi.us

248-203-3505

Education: Mrs. Kowalchuk holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in French and Sociology from Michigan State University, a Master of Education degree in Educational Leadership from Wayne State University, and a Master of Arts degree in School Counseling from Wayne State University.

Philosophy: Mrs. Kowalchuk believes in helping students maximize their success and happiness within their social and educational context.

Mrs. Kowalchuk’s favorite thing about Groves is the growth of students!

Monica Fugedi

Wellness/Crisis Counselor

Mrs. Fugedi's Bitmoji Classroom: Click Here

Mrs. Fugedi's Website: https://wyliewellness.com/

MFugedi@birmingham.k12.mi.us

248-203-3504

Education: Mrs. Fugedi holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Communication from Eastern Michigan University and a Master of Arts degree in School Counseling from Eastern Michigan University.

Philosophy: Mrs. Fugedi believes in helping students challenge their narratives by giving them the tools to help manage obstacles that are in the way and to help them live empowered lives.

Mrs. Fugedi’s favorite thing about Groves is the students!

Jennifer Kondak

College and Career Specialist

Mrs. Kondak's Website: https://www.birmingham.k12.mi.us/domain/588

JKondak@birmingham.k12.mi.us

248-203-3543

Education: Mrs. Kondak holds a Bachelor of Arts from Alma College and is a Certified Career Development Facilitator – CCSP.

Philosophy: Mrs. Kondkak is an educator first and she acts as one of the many lights on a student’s pathway to self-knowledge and growth. Mrs. Kondak’s goal is help students know their interests to make the best post-high school decisions possible.

Mrs. Kondak’s favorite thing about Groves is our commitment to educating the individual student.

Lisa Reeves

Counseling Secretary

LReeves@birmingham.k12.mi.us

248-203-3501

Education: Mrs. Reeves holds an Associate's Degree in Secretarial and Business Administration from South East Essex College of Arts and Technology.

Philosophy: Mrs. Reeves believes that team counseling and putting the needs of the students first is what makes us successful.

Mrs. Reeves’ favorite thing about Groves is that the staff and students rock!

Julie Hourdakis

Registrar

JHourdakis@birmingham.k12.mi.us

248-203-3511

Education: Mrs. Hourdakis holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of South Florida.

Mrs. Hourdakis’ favorite thing about Groves is the atmosphere and the wonderful staff!

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Please use the clickable links below for counseling information and printable documents:

ACADEMIC

• Wylie. E Groves School Profile

• Online Learning Application

• Tutoring Help

• Brag Sheet for Counselor Recommendation letter for College

• Parchment: Request your transcript

• Birmingham Public Schools Graduation Requirements

• Course Catalog 2020-2021

• Class of 2024 9th Grade Course Planning Guide

• Course Number Sheet 2020-2021

• Course Description Vidoes

• Using PowerSchool

• Kaplan Test Practice - FREE!

SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL

• Counseling referrals

• Community Support Groups

• Wellness Counseling Resources

COLLEGE & CAREER

• College Visit Schedule 

• Difference between the ACT and SAT

• SAT School-Based Accommodated Testing

• Cost of College

• College Admissions Information

• Common App

• Yellow Work Permit (16 & 17 year olds)

• Pink Work Permit (Under 16 years old)