School Counselors
- Department Staff
- Forms/Resources
- Course Handbooks
- Schedule Changes
- School Profile
- College Visits
- Scholarships
- Military Visits
- ACT
- Advanced Placement Test
- ASVAB Testing
- PSAT/NMSQT
- SAT
- Transcript Request
- Postsecondary and Career Expectations (PaCE)
Department Staff
| Administrator | ||
|---|---|---|
| Rebecca Kern | rkern@ecusd7.org | ext. 20129 |
| Comprehensive School Counselors | |
| Counselor Name (email/phone ext.) | Students Last Name |
| Heather Neese hneese@ecusd7.org 20132 |
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| Alina Scoggins AScoggins@ecusd7.org 20137 |
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| Tammy Hannah thannah@ecusd7.org 20135 |
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| Tara Quinn tquinn@ecusd7.org 20133 |
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| Candice Watts cwatts@ecusd7.org 20136 |
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| Chung Baker cbaker@ecusd7.org 20134 |
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| College and Career School Counselor | |
| Counselor Name (email/phone ext.) | Students Last Name |
|
Samantha Kistner |
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| Social Workers | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Aaliyah Covington | Social Worker | aacovington@ecusd7.org | 20142 |
| Melissa Certa | Social Worker | mcerta@ecusd7.org | 20143 |
| Troy Cobb | Social Worker | tcobb@ecusd7.org | 20121 |
| Other Support Staff | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Baker | MEL | jbaker@ecusd7.org | 20108 |
| Bethany Sleik | Psychologist | bsleik@ecusd7.org | 20118 |
| Emily McAteer | Psychologist | eMcateer@ecusd7.org | 20112 |
| Dawn Steinbeck | Psychologist | dsteinbeck@ecusd7.org | 23102 |
| Liz Bray | Speech Pathologist | lbray@ecusd7.org | 20109 |
| Office Staff | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtney David | Registrar | cdavid@ecusd7.org | 20150 |
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Vicki Lammert Martha O'Dell |
Counseling Secretary Counseling Secretary |
vlammert@ecusd7.org mmodell@ecusd7.org |
20130 20128 |
|
Leighann Moore |
Special Education Secretary | lmoore@ecusd7.org | 20548 |
Counseling Office Fax: 618-659-1744
Forms/Resources
Office Forms
Program Forms
- Work-Based Learning (Information)(Application)
- Created Entrepreneurial Opportunities (Edwardsville CEO)
- Collinsville Area Vocational Center (CAVC 2025-2026 Application)
Other Resources
- Student Directions for Making Course Request
- Digital Resources
Course Handbooks
Schedule Changes
Students should involve parents, teachers, and guidance counselors to insure their course selections are appropriate to their needs and interests.
In general, schedule changes are discouraged after school has begun. However, special circumstances may arise.
Track Changes: Students may request track changes from one ability level to another at any time during the first or third quarters. Parent permission and the permission of the respective teachers are required before a track change can be made.
Dropping a Course for a Study Hall: Students may request to drop a course and add a study hall at any time during the first five weeks of a semester without penalty, providing a study hall is not already in their schedule. If a student does have a study hall and still wishes to drop a course, a grade of “F” and no credit for the course will be reported and calculated for the student’s semester report card. Parent permission is required to drop a course and add a study hall. If a student drops a class after five weeks into the semester, a grade of “F” will be reported.
Section Changes: If a student wishes to make a section change, at least one of the following criteria must be met:
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the student has taken and failed a course with the assigned teacher.
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the student has had a documented conflict with the assigned teacher; or
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the student has been enrolled into the wrong course for the intended subject area.
School Profile
College Visits
2026/2027 COLLEGE VISITS
University of Kansas - Friday, September 18th - 3rd hour
University of Arkansas - Friday, September 18th - 5th hour
MIZZOU - Monday, September 21st - 2nd hour
Northwestern University - Monday, September 21st - 5th hour (virtual)
Illinois Wesleyan University - September 22nd - 6th hour
Eastern Illinois University - Thursday, September 24th - 2nd hour
Principia College - Thursday, September 24th - 6th hour
Purdue University - Monday, September 28th - 5th hour
Iowa State University - Monday, September 28th - 6th hour
Murray State University - Tuesday, September 29th - 2nd hour
Lake Forest College - Tuesday, September 29th - 3rd hour
Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) - Tuesday, September 29th - 5th hour
Mississippi State University - Tuesday, September 29th - 6th hour
Kansas City State University - Wednesday, September 30th - 2nd hour
Quincy University - Wednesday, September 30th - 4th hour
University of Mississippi - Tuesday, October 13th - 2nd hour
University of Illinois Champaign Urbana - Tuesday, October 13th - 3rd hour
University of Illinois Springfield - Tuesday, October 20th, 2nd hour
Colorado School of Mines - Tuesday, October 20th, 5th hour
Illinois State University - Thursday, October 22nd - 3rd hour
Illinois College - Thursday, October 22nd - 5th hour
Bradley University - Monday, October 26th - 2nd hour
Rockhurst University - Monday, October 26th - 3rd hour
Monmouth College - Monday, October 26th - 5th hour
University of Iowa - Monday, October 26th - 6th hour
Truman State University - Tuesday, October 27th - 2nd hour
Augustana College - Tuesday, October 27th - 3rd hour
University of Nebraska Lincoln - Tuesday, October 27th - 5th hour
Southeast Missouri State University SEMO - Tuesday, October 27th - 6th hour
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville - Wednesday, October 28th - 3rd hour
University of Louisville - Wednesday, October 28th - 4th hour
Greenville University - Tuesday, November 3rd - 3rd hour
McKendree University - Monday, November 9th - 6th hour
On-Site SIUE Admissions Day - October 6, 2026 - SIGN UP IN THE GUIDANCE OFFICE!
Scholarships
October 2026
December 2026
- Common App Scholarship - 12/15/26
- Science Buddy Scholarship - 12/31/26
January 2027
February 2027
March 2027
April 2027
May 2027
June 2027
July 2027
- Miscellaneous Scholarship Sites
- ACORN Equality Fund Scholarships
- American Welding Society Scholarships
- Lewis & Clark Community College Scholarships
- College Scholarships for Online Students
- Fastweb
- Going Merry Scholarship Search
- STEPS (Student Training & Education in Public Service) Scholarships
- Illinois Scholarship Website
- National Merit Scholarship Program
- APIA Scholars Program
- Scholarship Guidance Scholarships
- Online College Degrees/Scholarships
- Bold Scholarships for Illinois Students
- Bold Scholarships
- StudentScholarships.org
Military Visits
Military Visits 2026/2027
A display table with a recruiter from the listed military branch will be in the lobby during the lunch periods (10:15-11:45) on the dates below:
- NAVY - 9/24
- AIR NATIONAL GUARD - 9/10, 10/27, 11/19, 12/1, 1/5/27, 2/4/27, 3/4/27
- ARMY - Thursdays - 9/3, 10/8, 11/12, 12/10, 1/14/27, 2/11, 3/11, 4/8, 5/13
- MARINES - Tuesdays - 9/8, 10/13, 11/10, 12/8, 1/12/27, 2/9, 3/9, 4/13, 5/11
- ARMY NATIONAL GUARD - 9/29
- AIR FORCE - 10/6, 11/17, 12/15
- AIR FORCE RESERVES
ACT
The ACT (American College Test) is required for admission to many colleges and institutions including all state supported universities and some public community colleges in Illinois. Illinois high school students who want to compete for Illinois State Scholar Awards must take this test in their junior year. The ACT assessment format is comprised of four tests: English, Mathematics, Reading, and Science Reasoning. It will provide four test scores and a composite score plus two sub-scores in English and Reading and three sub-scores in Mathematics. For additional information, visit ACT Website linked below.
2027 ACT & PreACT TEST DATE: April 6, 2027
ACT Makeup Date: April 13, 2027
PreACT 10 Makeup Date: April 14, 2027
PreACT 9 Makeup Date: April 15, 2027
Quick Links: ACT Website
Advanced Placement Test
These tests are given in several subject areas. In previous years tests in Advanced Placement English, Calculus, Advanced Chemistry, Honors Programming, and others have been given. Students who score well may be able to obtain college credit and/or proficiency out of certain courses. Check the EHS web site for more information as the year progresses.
AP Testing Dates: May 3, 2027 - May 14, 2027
Quick Links: AP Exam Information · AP F.A.Q.
ASVAB Testing
The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) test is used by the military to help determine your abilities in both academic and vocational areas and must be taken if you wish to enter the armed services.
ASVAB Testing is not just for students interested in joining the military!!
The ASVAB Career Exploration Program includes a validated aptitude test and interest assessment (CEP). The results are used to guide career exploration using our career planning tools.
Students who want to take this test must sign up in the Guidance Office.
Fall Test Date: November 13, 2026
Quick Links: ASVAB Test – Today’s Military ∙ ASVAB – Career Exploration Program
PSAT/NMSQT
The PSAT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test)/NMSQT (National merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) is required for all students who wish to be considered for a National Merit Scholarship. A very high test score is required to become a semifinalist. This is also the test African-American students must take to compete for scholarships from the National Achievement Program for Outstanding African American Students. The PSAT/NMSQT is a multiple-choice test that measures verbal and mathematical reasoning ability important for success in college. It is recommended that this test be taken in the junior year. This test is not required for college admission.
Fall Test Dates - October 14, 2026 - October 16, 2026
Registration is done on-line. An email with registration and payment instructions will be sent to parents. Questions can be directed to Mrs. Samantha Kistner, College and Career Counselor, at 618-656-7100 ext. 20126
Quick Links: PSAT/NMSQT Information · PSAT/NMSQT Prep
SAT
The SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) is given on several Saturday test dates throughout the year. The SAT is required for admission to certain colleges and universities. Most institutions will accept or prefer scores from junior year testing (spring and summer before senior year). A few schools require it to be taken in the senior year, no later than December. Some institutions requiring the SAT also require one or more achievement tests for admissions. Students should refer to each college’s catalog for specific information about which tests are recommended.
To register to take the SAT test and see your scores: www.collegeboard.org, EHS code 141735.
Quick Links: SAT Information ∙ SAT Test Prep
Transcript Request
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For students who graduated in 2017 or after, submit your request here.
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For students who graduated before or in 2016, submit a request here.
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Be sure to select ‘transcript request’.
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Include what your name was at the time of attendance, your graduating year, your date of birth, and where you would like your transcript sent.
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