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 Families~The College Admissions Process:
HWRHS counselors will host a live webinar about the college application process on Wednesday, September 18th, from 6:30-7:30 PM. This webinar is most appropriate for parents/guardians of current seniors. You can access the recording of our college process webinar here.
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Financial Aid Information, presented by MEFA (MA Education Financing Authority): MEFA is offering multiple webinars to provide information and clarity on the entire college financial aid application process. You'll learn about financial aid applications and types of financial aid, the factors determining your aid eligibility, how colleges determine the amount of aid to offer, and the details of financial aid offers. Live transcription will be available. Register in advance at this Link.
Upcoming College Fairs at HWRHS:
We will be hosting (4) separate college fairs in the month of October for interested juniors and seniors. The first fair will take place on Wednesday, October 2nd @ 9am during Power Block. Students should log in to their SCOIR account to register and see what colleges will be in attendance.
Just the Facts
School Population - 450 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 - 41.1 (23') full time
School Sponsored Clubs/Activities - 33
Number of Athletic Programs - 29
Average Class Size - 14.2 (21'-22')
Student/Teacher Ratio - 10.9:1 (2023)
Schedule - 5 day/7 Block rotating schedule
College Placement - 95% (Class of 2024)
4 Year College - 92%
2 Year College - 3%
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
978.468.0435
School Adjustment Counselors:
Sue Howland
978.468.0432
Ali Trimby 978.468.0483
RISE Academic Coordinator:
Stefanie Rogal 978.468.0432