Communication
- 2.3.26 Local Scholarship Information Night
- For those who were unable to attend, you can access a recording of the event here (passcode:YA95jq&c) as well as the presentation that was shared here.
- 10.15.25 MEFA Financial Aid 101 Webinar Recording
- 9.30.25 MEFA Financial Aid Webinar Oct 8th 6:30 pm via Zoom
- 9.19.25 – College Application Night Recap & Resources for Seniors (including recording!)
- 9.13.25 – Senior College Application Night: Sept 18th 6:30 pm via Zoom
- 8.18.25 – Senior Back to School Newsletter
Resources
- Alternative Post-Secondary Options
- College Interview
- College Planning Websites
- Factors in College Admissions
- FAQ’s for College Application Process
- Naviance
- Scholarship Program
- Senior Year Checklist
- Study Abroad Programs
College Admissions
- “Diversifying Society’s Leaders? The Determinants and Consequences of Admission to Highly Selective Colleges” (Opportunity Insights) (July, 2023)
Paying for College
- MEFA (Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority)
- How Do I Pay For College? (NY Times) (October 10, 2023)
- Attention Seniors! Planning on Applying to College? Time to Learn About the FAFSA
- Calculate your College Costs (BigFuture)
- Tuition Equity Act – On July 31, 2023, the Massachusetts legislature passed Tuition Equity legislation, which would give immigrant students access to an affordable college education.
- Tuition Fit – Allows you to upload your own financial aid award letters to see whether people like you got a better deal from your school or similar schools that you might not have even applied to.
- Tuition Break (New England Board of Higher Education) – Enables thousands of New England residents to enroll at out-of-state New England public colleges and universities at a discount.
- After You Apply: The Financial Aid Process
Changing Landscape of College & Post Secondary Education
- “11 Top Trends in Higher Education: 2023 Data, Insights & Predictions” (Research.com) (July 28, 2023)
- Study of Elite College Admissions Data Suggests Being Very Rich Is Its Own Qualification(The New York Times) (July 24, 2023)
Communication
- 1.28.26 – Junior Parent/Student Post Secondary Meeting Recording (passcode: @4FV6W%B)
- 8.18.25 – Junior Back to School Newsletter
Resources
Communication
- 8.25.25 – Freshman Orientation tomorrow, August 29th!
- 8.18.25 – Freshman Back to School Newsletter
- 8.12.25 – Class of 2029: 9th Grade Parent Night & Fall Sports Info
Resources
Guidance Staff
The guidance and counseling staff at MVRHS work to help students develop an educational program that matches their interests and characteristics, and to gain competencies needed to plan for post-high school decisions, as well as develop effective human relationship skills that enhance participation in their roles as student, friend, colleague, worker, family member, and community member.
Counselors are available throughout the school day. Students are encouraged to seek assistance when needed. Students are also invited in on a scheduled basis throughout the year to assure they are cognizant of their opportunities and responsibilities based on their possible career path.
Parents are encouraged to meet with counselors annually to support their child’s growth. Counselors provide group information sessions throughout the year for all students.
Emergency situations or urgent concerns receive immediate attention.
The secretaries, staff and administration are resources for students with questions and concerns. They respond carefully and willingly to student inquiries and needs. Throughout the curriculum opportunities for the development of educational, career, and personal/social competencies are provided.
