In keeping with the words and spirit of the SSFS Mission Statement, the SSFS College Counseling program believes that it is especially important to "cherish the worth and dignity of each individual" during the college selection process, particularly the student, parents, and SSFS faculty and staff. By following a sensible and effective approach to college guidance and by working together, the college application process can be an exciting and rewarding time. For the student, it is one of the most significant steps toward independence and adulthood. However, for both parent and student, it can be a period of great uncertainty, anxiety, and sometimes frustration. This site is intended to help answer your questions and guide you through the process in a positive, productive manner.

• To counsel and support all SSFS students as they navigate their way through the college selection process.

• To create an environment in which the student, parents, and the School are working together as a team and where the student feels empowered to play the central role in the college application process.

• To follow, at all times the Principles of Good Practice as set forth by the National Association for College Admission Counseling.

Click here to see our school profile (PDF).

The Director of College Guidance is Victoria Garner, ext.178.
The Registrar and College Guidance Coordinator is Frances Lambrecht, ext. 110.

Announcements:

Attention - Parents of Seniors Applying for Financial Aid for College!

Please plan to attend the Financial Aid Workshop on Sunday, January 31, 2010 at Sandy Spring Friends School from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. in the Multipurpose Room of the Athletic Center.

Ruth Hoch, Associate Director, Student Financial Assistance, The George Washington University will lead a step-by-step workshop to help parents complete both the FAFSA and the CSS Profile forms.

The FAFSA (or Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is required by all schools to apply for federal, state, and college aid. The CSS Profile is required by some schools in addition to the FAFSA.

Please direct any questions regarding Financial Aid and R.S.V.P. by January 29th to Vickie Garner, Director of College Counseling, at vgarner@ssfs.org (301-774-7455 ext 178) if you plan to attend.