<p>I'm a freshman, and school started on August 25. I haven't talked to my GC yet. However, I know they're crucial when it comes to college apps and getting the courses I want to take. How frequently and when did you start talking to your GC in freshman year? Thanks for your help!</p>
<p>Just stop in. Say, Hi, my name is XYZ, I am one of your freshman, and wanted to introduce myself. Not sure how this whole thing works, so wanted to drop by. Can I ask a question about AP classes, or about gym requirements?</p>
<p>Simple</p>
<p>Being friends with your counselor really helps you out later (getting in classes etc). It's definitly worth your time to just go in and talk whenever you can.</p>
<p>At Ds HS, there was a period of time when a lot of )*% was going on, and my D went into talk about actual classes and scheduling and counselor was SOOOO happy to deal with something that wasn't "emotional"...so they like it when you talk about regular school stuff</p>
<p>i just got a new counsler and she sucks</p>
<p>^most people have been there. just deal w/it. she doesn't hold that much power on you anyway.</p>
<p>yea, tell me why they changed the ENTIRE counseling department my senior year (this year)...I haven't even MET my new counselor yet...I made an appointment 2 weeks ago...they act all rude when you come in to speak with them without making an appointment...</p>
<p><em>sigh</em> I was so cool with my old counselor...</p>