Welcome to the H-W
School Counseling Office
The mission of the Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District Pre K-12 Counseling Department is to guide students to become compassionate, responsible, and resilient individuals who are able to meet the challenges of an increasingly diverse and changing society.
The vision of the Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District Pre K-12 Counseling Department is to create an environment in which students will feel safe and supported in an effort to maximize their individual potential.
As counselors, we work collaboratively to teach, model, and advocate for students.
News and Events
School Counseling Department News!
Check out the latest on our School Counseling Newsletter here!
School Counseling Department Brochure
College Panel Webinar
The HWRHS school counseling department hosted a College Admissions Panel webinar on 2/16/22 via Zoom. Representatives from several colleges and universities shared information on the college admissions process from the viewpoint of a college admissions counselor. Questions were asked pertaining to the college search, application and admission processes, and general campus climate, culture, and safety.
Here is the link to the recorded webinar. (Passcode: d&vn2dA^)
Incoming Ninth Grade Parent/Guardian Presentation and Webinar
Just the Facts
School Population - 493 students
School Hours (M,T,Th,F) - 7:40—2:20
Wednesdays 7:40—1:30
School Colors - Blue & White
School Mascot - Gerry General
Nickname: The Generals
Faculty - 45
Town Populations:
- Hamilton - 7,561
- Wenham - 4,979
School Sponsored Clubs/Activities - 22
Number of Athletic Programs - 26
Average Class Size - 18.9
Student/Teacher Ratio - 12:1
Schedule - 5 day/7 Block rotating schedule
College Placement - 93.5%
Common Requests
Transcript Requests
Alumni Transcript Request Form
Work Permits
All minors under the age of 18 must complete an employment permit application and obtain the permit before starting a new job.
Applications for employment permits are available at: http://www.mass.gov/lwd/docs/dos/youth-employment/youth-application.pdf
Completed applications along with required documentations must be brought by the student to the main office at the high school.
To schedule an appointment, please contact Mrs. Miller at c.miller@hwschools.net
Contact Us
School Counseling Secretary:
Sandy Williams 978.468.0480
School Counselors:
School Adjustment Counselors:
Sue Howland
978.468.0432
Alison Trimby 978.468.0483
RISE Academic Coordinator:
Stefanie Rogal 978.468.0432