COUNSELING
As a department, we are committed to promoting student self-awareness and growth by addressing the academic, personal, social and emotional concerns of all Mercy students. We do this in collaboration with parents and teachers, keeping in mind the mission and philosophy of Our Lady of Mercy High School.
With college preparation as one of our primary objectives, the counseling department offers a developmental approach that is aimed at increased self-awareness and informed decision-making.
Parent and student seminars are offered at each grade level throughout the year. See Calendar of Counseling Events for specific dates.
Staff
Ms. Lori Purcell
Director of Programming/School Counselor, Grades 9-12
Alpha breakdown for 2005-06
Class of 2010 - M-Z
Class of 2009 - M-Z
Class of 2008 - M-Z
Class of 2007 - K-Z
lpurcell@mercyhs.com
288-7120 ext. 320
Mrs. Jane Searl
School Counselor, Grades 9-12
Alpha breakdown for 2005-06
Class of 2010 - A-L
Class of 2009 - A-L
Class of 2008 - A-L
Class of 2007 - A-J
jsearl@mercyhs.com
288-7120 ext. 319
Ms. Wendy Summerson
School Counselor Grades 7&8 (All students)
wsummerson@mercyhs.com
288-7120 ext. 321
Mrs. Trisha Pagano
Counseling Department Coordinator
Work Permits
tpagano@mercyhs.com
288-7120 ext. 317
Links
2006/2007 Scholarship Information
Choices Planner - educational planning software
College Board - access to information on SAT, PSAT
ACT website
SAT Prep Courses
College Prep
National Collegiate Athletic Association - NCAA Clearinghouse website - for the College-Bound Student -Athlete
Common Application
EFC Calculators
FastWEB - Helpful information for financial aid, FASFA forms
MyEssay - Help with the college essay
SUNY school information
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Calendar of Counseling Department Events for 2006-07
