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
Senior College Night Information Webinar
If you missed the webinar held this week, please click here for the full presentation.
Military Day at HWRHS, Wednesday November 9, 2022
Students will have the opportunity to stop by the Cafeteria during Power Block on Wednesday, November 9th to speak with representatives from various branches of the military.
Representatives will be available from the following branches: U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, & U.S. Coast Guard Academy.
2022-2023 AP EXAMS
The registration window is now open for students enrolled in AP classes to sign up for AP exams that will take place in May 2023. Click here for more information and dates.
Please register and pay for exams through myschoolbucks. The registration window will remain open until Wednesday, November 9, 2022.
Just the Facts
School Population - 451 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 - 47
Town Populations: (as of 2020 census)
- Hamilton - 7,561
- Wenham - 4,979
School Sponsored Clubs/Activities - 22
Number of Athletic Programs - 26
Average Class Size - 18.9 (21'-22')
Student/Teacher Ratio - 12.5:1 (21'-22')
Schedule - 5 day/7 Block rotating schedule
College Placement - 89% (2022)
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:
Dr. Kristen Lazzaro -
Director of School Counseling PreK-12
978.468.0430
Julia Cahill-O'Shea
978.468.0431
Matt Fitzgibbons
978.468.0412
Erin Donovan / Danielle Barry 978.468.0435
School Adjustment Counselors:
Sue Howland
978.468.0432
Alison Trimby 978.468.0483
RISE Academic Coordinator:
Stefanie Rogal 978.468.0432