College & School Counseling

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The Office of College and School Counseling includes a professional staff of experienced counselors dedicated to the college, career, and personal needs of our students. Counselors also work closely with administration, faculty, and parents to provide a supportive environment for all students. 

From the moment freshman year begins, formal meetings between students and counselors take place throughout the year in small group, seminar, and one-to-one settings. This active environment of the office in the life and success of each of our students continues through the four year at St Joseph High School. 
 


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College Counseling

School Counseling


 

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Videos
 

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Junior College Planning Videos
 

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Meet a Few Members of the Class of 2021!

Mikayla Wiacek '21
Tianyu (David) Zhan
Scarlett Cooney Class of 2021
Julia Appel Highlight
Lily Batista College Highlight
Sydney Leifer '21
Hailey Cocca 21
Max Kimmel '21
Ava Ruxer '21
Preston Kral '21
John Donofio '21
Grace Hickey '21
Joe Buccigross
Michael Brown '21

 

 

 

 

Seniors: Report Your College Acceptances!
 

College Pennants


Let's Celebrate You! As those acceptance letters roll in, update your Scoir account! 

Also - if you'd like to take headshots in your college sweatshirt or t-shirt, be sure to reach out to Mrs Martinez at mmartinez@sjcadets.org
 

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Coffee & Conversation with Counselors
 

We're so excited to offer Coffee and Conversations Virtually this year!  All parents are welcome to attend!

Upcoming Coffee & Conversations:

Coming Soon!
 

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Partnering with Peer Ministry
 

In 2019, the Counseling Office started a new initiative with Peer Ministry.  Counselors go into Freshmen Theology classes with peer ministers to talk about the transition into high school and the importance of being kind to each other.  Seniors share their experiences and provide direction, advice, and support to our underclassmen. 

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College & School Counseling Staff

Tim Nash

Tim Nash, Director of College & School Counseling
tnash@sjcadets.org
Tim has close to 30 years of experience in college admission. His admission career path included stops at 5 catholic colleges, one private university and as an enrollment consultant at a higher education marketing company. He has presented at a number of regional and national conferences on the following: athletic recruitment, interview strategies, financial aid and other enrollment management topics. 


 

Megan Baird

Megan Baird '01, Associate Director of College & School Counseling
mbaird@sjcadets.org
Mrs Baird received her MS, Counseling, Fordham University in 2007 and BA, Psychology, Quinnipiac University in 2005. Mrs Baird has been working in the Guidance and College Counseling Office at St Joseph High School since 2005. Mrs Baird is a proud St Joseph Alum - Class of 2001. She is married to Peter Baird, Class of 2000 and they have two beautiful children: Lexi and PJ. 


 

Kathleen Seperack

Kathleen Seperack, Social Worker
kseperak@sjcadets.org
Mrs Seperack received her BA from Fordham University and her MSW from Southern Connecticut State University. She has also earned a License in Social Work. Mrs Seperack has worked at Bridgeport Hospital, Child Guidance Center of Greater Bridgeport, Wooster Middle School, St Augustine School and St Raphael School. 



 

Cristin Clark

Cristin Clark, Counselor
cclark@sjcadets.org
Ms Clark received her BA in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Connecticut and continued her studies at Fairfield University, earning her MA in School Counseling. Ms Clark is a recipient of Fairfield University’s Excellence in School Counseling Award. She holds certifications from the State of Connecticut’s Department of Education and the National Board of Certified Counselors. Ms Clark has training in both group and individual counseling practices. 


 

Jack Noguiera

Jack Nogueira, Counselor
jnogueira@sjcadets.org
Mr Nogueira has a BS and MS from Western Connecticut State University. He is also the Girls Head Soccer Coach. Mr Nogueira works with the Department Chairs as well as the Athletic Department on the NCAA Clearinghouse compliance and academic eligibility. Requirements for the college/university level of play.  



 

Laura Schiels

Laura Schiels, Counselor
lschiels@sjcadets.org
Ms Schiels obtained her BS in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Rhode Island and her MA in School Counseling from Caldwell University. She is a Certified School Counselor in the state of Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey. Prior to working at St Joes, Ms Schiels was a school counselor at a catholic high school in New York City and also taught Kindergarten and Pre-K.


 

Alexa Oberle

Alexa Oberle, School Registrar
aoberle@sjcadets.org
Ms Oberle received both her BS in Psychology and MS in Applied Psychology from Sacred Heart University. Before becoming the school's Registrar, Ms Oberle was the Assistant Director of Admissions at St Joes. Prior to that, she worked in college admissions at Sacred Heart University.



 

Lynn Mallon

Lynn Mallon, Counseling Secretary
lmallon@sjcadets.org
Mrs Mallon received her BS in Education at Southern Connecticut State University. She is a proud St Joseph Alum - Class of 1975. She has also a proud alumni parent of graduates from 1995, 1999, 2002 and 2004!