Guidance Department
- 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 | ||
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| Kyle Stewart | kstewart@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 20135 |
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| Justine Veath jveath@ecusd7.org 20137 |
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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 |
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Samantha Kistner |
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| Social Workers | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Autum Cole | Social Worker | acole@ecusd7.org | 20142 |
| Melissa Certa | Social Worker | mcerta@ecusd7.org | 20143 |
| Troy Cobb | Social Worker | t.cobb@ecusd7.org | 20121 |
| Liz Bray | Speech Pathologist | lbray@ecusd7.org | 20109 |
| Other Support Staff | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Jennifer Baker | ELL | jbaker@ecusd7.org | 20108 |
| Bethany Sleik | Psychologist | bsleik@ecusd7.org | 20118 |
| Kevin Daily | Psychologist | kdaily@ecusd7.org | 20112 |
| Dawn Steinbeck | Psychologist | dsteinbeck@ecusd7.org | |
| Liz Bray | Speech Pathologist | lbray@ecusd7.org | 20109 |
| Office Staff | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Brenda Ohm | Registrar | bohm@ecusd7.org | 20150 |
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Vicki Lammert Courtney David |
Guidance Secretary Guidance Secretary |
vlammert@ecusd7.org cdavid@ecusd7.org |
20130 20128 |
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Leighann Moore |
Special Education Secretary | lmoore@ecusd7.org | 20131 |
Guidance 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
- 2026-27 EHS Course Handbook (PDF - English)
Albanian | Arabic | Chinese | Filipino | French | German | Gujarati | Hindi | Japanese | Nepali | Persian | Punjabi | Russian | Spanish | Swahili | Urdu | Vietnamese
- 2025-26 EHS Course Handbook (PDF - English)
Albanian | Arabic | Chinese | Filipino | French | German | Gujarati | Hindi | Japanese | Nepali | Persian | Punjabi | Russian | Spanish | Swahili
Urdu | Vietnamese
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
2025/2026 COLLEGE VISITS
Bradley University, Thursday, September 11th, 2nd hour
Blackburn College, Monday, September 15th, 2nd hour
McKendree College, Monday, September 15, 3rd hour
SIUE - Tuesday, September 16th, 2nd hour
Mississippi State University - Friday, September 19th, 3rd hour
MIZZOU - Monday, September 22nd, 2nd hour
Grand Canyon University - Monday, September 22nd, 3rd hour
Greenville University - Monday, September 22nd, 5th hour
Midwest Technical Institute - Tuesday, September 23rd, 5th hour
Washington University - Thursday, September 25th, 2nd hour
University of Illinois Urbana/Champaign - Friday, September 26th, 2nd hour
University of Arkansas - Friday, September 26th, 3rd hour
Illinois College - Monday, September 29th, 6th hour
University of Louisville - Friday, October 3rd, 2nd hour
Missouri Baptist University - Friday, October 3rd, 5th hour
University of Mississippi - Monday, October 6th, 3rd hour
Lindenwood University - Thursday, October 16th, 1st hour
Webster University - Thursday, October 16th, 6th hour
Kansas State University - Friday, October 17th, 5th hour
University of Illinois Springfield - Thursday, October 23rd, 3rd hour
University of Nebraska Lincoln - Monday, October 27th, 3rd hour
St. Louis University - Monday, October 27th, 5th hour
University of Iowa - Monday, October 27th, 6th hour
Augustana College - Tuesday, October 28th, 1st hour
Iowa State University - Tuesday, October 28th, 2nd hour
Illinois Wesleyan - Monday, November 3rd, 6th hour
University of Alabama - Tuesday, November 4th - 3rd hour
Missouri State University - Tuesday, November 4th - 5th hour
SCAD (Savannah College of Art & Design) - Thursday, November 13th - 5th hour
Missouri S & T - Thursday, November 13th - 6th hour
Universal Technical Institute - Tuesday, November 18th - 3rd hour
SIUE College of Engineering - Tuesday, December 16th, 2nd hour
Air Force ROTC - Tuesday, January 13th, 5th hour
SEMO - Thursday, January 22nd, 5th hour
Ranken Technical College - Tuesday, February 3rd, 5th hour
MIZZOU - Tuesday, February 17th, 5th hour
Eastern Illinois University - Thursday, February 26th, 5th hour
On-Site College Admissions Day - September 30, 2025 - FORM MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER
Lewis & Clark Early Registration Day - TBD
Scholarships
December 2025
- Hagan Scholarship 2026-2027 (12/01)
- PrimePutt Scholarship for Women Golfers (12/01)
January 2026
- Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship (01/07)
- Future of STEM Scholars Initiative (FOSSI) Scholarship (01/15)
- Illinois School Counselor Association (ISCA) – Post-Secondary Scholarship (due 01/20)
- Tuskegee Airmen Scholarship Foundation Scholarships (01/26)
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office and Schoology
- Alton Pride Scholarship (01/31)
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office and Schoology
- Buffalo Soldiers & Troopers Motorcycle Club Southwest IL Chapter Scholarship (more to come)
- The Dean Ritter Trust Scholarship
February 2026
- Joanne Pransky Celebration of Women in Robotics (02/01)
- Scott Spouses’ Club Scholarship (02/09)
- FRS (Foundation for Rural Service) (02/14)
- Horatio Alger Scholarships (02/15)
- New Life Church Scholarship Program (02/19)
- Josephine Marley Beckwith Future Leader Scholarship (02/20)
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office and Schoology
- Farm Credit IL 2026 Agriculture Scholarship (02/26)
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc – East St. Louis Alumnae Chapter (more to come)
- Farm Credit 2026 Agriculture Scholarship (more to come)
- East St. Louis Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Scholarships (more to come)
- Society of Defense Financial Management Land of Lincoln Chapter (SDFM) (more to come)
- Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship (more to come)
March 2026
- Edwardsville Community Foundation Scholarships (03/01)
- Edwardsville Care Closet Scholarship (03/01)
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office and Schoology
- 3-M Firefighters' Association (03/01)
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office and Schoology
- Horatio Alger Scholarships (3/01)
- Golden Apple Scholarship (03/01)
- CBAI Foundation for Community Banking Scholarship (3/02)
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office and Schoology
- Township Officials of Illinois Scholarship (03/02)
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office and Schoology
- Illinois Elks Association College Scholarships (03/06)
- Southwestern Electric Cooperative (03/13)
- Edwardsville Branch NAACP Scholarship Programs (03/16)
- Applications are also available in the Guidance Office
- 1st MidAmerica Credit Union Scholarship (03/31)
- USDA/1890 National Scholarships
- Phillips 66 Community Scholarship
- Illinois Sheriff's Association Scholarship
- Mathis Marifian & Richter, LTD Scholarship
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office
- Heneghan and Associates’ Scholarship
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office
- 1st MidAmerica Credit Union Scholarship
- Lynne F Solon Foundation Scholarship
- Professional Women in Building (PWB) Scholarship
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office
- Junior Service Club Ed/Glen
- Good Neighbor Scholarship
- Illinois Division of Children and Family Services (DCFS) Scholarship
April 2026
- AFCEA International Scott-St. Louis (04/01)
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office and Schoology
- BJC Scholars Health Equity Scholarship (04/15)
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office
- La Matriz Sagrada Scholarship
- The Historic Lincoln School Alumni Foundation Grant Application
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office
- Edwardsville Moose Lodge 1561 and Women of the Moose Scholarship
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office
- Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority Scholarship Application
- Whitley's Wishes-Whitley Sue Hedger Memorial Scholarship
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office
- Illinois Society of Professional Engineers (ISPE) St. Clair Chapter
- Illinois Engineering Initiative (IEI)
- Student Insights-Student-View Scholarship Program
- AABE SMSI 2024 STEM High School Scholarship
May 2026
- Jill Berni Memorial Scholarship
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office
June 2026
- Anderson Hospital Auxiliary
- Applications are available in the Guidance Office
- Madison County Community Development Scholarship
- Applications are also available in the Guidance Office
July 2026
September 2026
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 2025/2026
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 - Sep. 4th, Oct. 2nd, Nov. 6th, Dec. 4th, Jan. 8th, Feb. 5th, Mar. 5th, Apr. 9th, May 7th
- AIR NATIONAL GUARD - Sep. 16th, Nov. 4th
- ARMY - Aug. 28th, Sep. 25th, Oct. 28th, Nov. 20th, Dec. 16th, Jan. 22nd, Feb. 19th, Mar. 19th, Apr. 30th, May 21st
- MARINES - Sep. 11th, Oct. 9th, Nov. 13th, Dec. 11th, Jan. 15th, Feb. 12th, Mar. 12th, Apr. 16th, May 14th
- ARMY NATIONAL GUARD - Aug. 26th, Sep. 9th, Oct. 14th, Nov. 18th, Dec. 9th, Jan. 13th, Feb. 10th, Mar. 10th, Apr. 14th, May 12th
- AIR FORCE - Nov. 14th, Dec. 5th, Jan. 9th, Feb. 6th, Mar. 6th, Apr. 10th, May 15th
The Air ROTC will be in the building during 5th hour on Tuesday, January 13th. Stop by the Guidance Office to sign up.
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.
2026 ACT & PreACT TEST DATE: April 14, 2026
ACT & PreACT Accommodated Testing Dates: April 14 - April 16th
ACT Makeup Date: April 21, 2026
PreACT 10 Makeup Date: April 22, 2026
PreACT 9 Makeup Date: April 23, 2026
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 4, 2026 - May 15, 2026
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 14, 2025
Spring Test Date: March 27, 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 9, 2025 and October 10, 2025
Make Up Test Date: October 17, 2025
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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