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Kolbe Cathedral Preparatory School

Student & College Counseling

Guidance

We respect the dignity of each student and walk with them — building the confidence, skills, and plans to reach their fullest potential, in school and well beyond it.

Our Philosophy

Learning is a lifelong pursuit.

The Guidance department is built on a simple belief: we are here to love and serve, and to respect the inherent dignity of every student — fostering self-discipline and personal responsibility.

We challenge, encourage, and guide students until they believe in themselves and know they have the confidence to be successful, loving, and productive — capable of reaching their fullest potential in every part of their lives.

A Kolbe Cathedral counselor mentoring a student

The Four-Year Plan

A path to college, year by year.

Counselors guide students through the college admissions and financial-aid process — formally beginning in junior year, built on a foundation laid from day one.

  1. Grade 9

    Build the foundation

    Strong study habits, a balanced schedule, and getting involved — the GPA that opens doors starts here.

  2. Grade 10

    Explore & assess

    Career interests, the PSAT, and conversations about goals begin to take shape.

  3. Grade 11

    The college search

    We guide students into the admissions and financial-aid process — testing, college lists, and visits.

  4. Grade 12

    Apply & decide

    Applications, recommendations, FAFSA, and choosing the right fit — counselors walk with every senior.

Meet Your Counselors

Known by name, grade by grade.

Resource Hub

Tools for the road ahead.

Curated links the Guidance office trusts — for exploring careers, searching for colleges, preparing for tests, and paying for it all.

Prepare for the SAT & ACT

Official registration and free practice for college-entrance exams.

Have a question about academics, college, or a recommendation? Call (203) 335-2554 and ask for your counselor.

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