CHS Counseling
CLASS OF 2026 COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIPS
ALL APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2026
Please be sure to send applications to the community organizations using your personal email address.
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Scholarship materials (transcript/letter of rec) will be automatically sent after your application is received by the community organization
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A common application as a Google Docs or PDF must be completed for each scholarship
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Email the application directly to the email associated with the community organization.
*If you have previously completed the consent form and we have sent a transcript to colleges on your behalf already, you do not need to complete the Parent/Guardian consent to send transcripts form again.
CHECK OUT THE FEBRUARY EDITION OF THE CHS COUNSELING CORNER!
2026 GIRLS STATE at Georgian Court University
June 21 - June 25, 2026
The Girls State program (please click this link to read more) is for current year Juniors, sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary Unit #328. It will afford girls an opportunity to live together as self-governing citizens and inform them about the duties, privileges, rights and responsibilities of American Citizenship. They will learn government at the municipal, county and state level, as it exists in New Jersey today. If interested, please submit this form by Friday, March 6, 2026. You can click here to learn more.Rider University, Lawrence Township, NJ
June 21 - June 26, 2026
American Legion Jersey Boys State (“ALJBS”) is a college-level, ” learn-by-doing” practicum that provides New Jersey high school juniors experience in democracy, government, and leadership. Learning is gained through lectures, discussions, guest speakers, and career seminars. The Clark American Legion will sponsor 3 male candidates from Cranford High School. Interested applicants should submit this form by Friday, March 6, 2026. candidates should visit https://aljbs.org/ to learn more.CRANFORD FAMILY ACADEMY PRESENTS: DINNER AND A MOVIE
RSVP HERE (Families must RSVP in advance as dinner will be served.)
On Thursday, March 12th we invite families and their children throughout the district to join us for "Dinner and a Movie." This includes a special viewing of Screenagers: The Next Chapter, a powerful documentary exploring the stress, anxiety, and mental health challenges facing today’s teens. The film offers science-based insights and practical strategies for families to support young people in building resilience. The movie will be followed by a panel, to foster meaningful conversations and strengthen connections at home and in our community.
Panel Members include:
- Stella Siciliano - HAS School Counselor (Grades 6-8)
- Det. Lt. TomRich - Previously of the Summit Police Department as Juvenile Detective, Juvenile Sergeant, and more. Cybersecurity advocate.
- Det, Shameko Greene Union County Prosecutor's Office: Specializing in cyberbullying education, internet safety, and school safety initiatives.
- Kristina Silvestry of Peace of Mind Counseling in Berkeley Heights
- Det. Muhammad - Cranford Police Department and CPSD SRO
COURSE SELECTION INFORMATION FOR 2026-2027 IS HERE!
COURSE SELECTION SHEET 2026-2027
Please access the above materials to start planning your course selection for the 2026-2027 school year. All materials can also be accessed on the CHS School Counseling website.
POWERSCHOOL OPEN FOR GRADES 9-11 ONLINE COURSE SELECTION: February 17 - February 26, 2026
2025-2026 POWERSCHOOL ONLINE COURSE SELECTION DIRECTIONS
CHS SCHEDULING APPOINTMENT TIMES (GRADES 10 AND 11 ONLY)
*Times for 9th grade scheduling appointments are TBD because of upcoming NJGPA testing
SCHEDULING MEETING WITH THE SCHOOL COUNSELOR:
- Class of 2030: OAS: February 10 - 17, 2026
HAS: February 18 - 24, 2026
- Class of 2027: March 2 - March 6
- Class of 2028: March 9 - March 13
- Class of 2029: March 16 - March 20
MARCH 27, 2026: LAST DAY FOR SCHEDULE CHANGE REQUESTS
(EXCLUDING LEVEL CHANGES/SCHEDULE CONFLICTS)
WINTER/SPRING 2026 SAT PREP CLASSES
These are offered by the CHS Enrichment Academy. Please contact Mr. Jala at [email protected] with any questions.
CLASS OF 2026 FAMILIES
The FAFSA is scheduled to be available from the state of NJ beginning December 1, 2024. Completing the FAFSA is now a NJ state graduation requirement. Follow these directions to complete a form in Powerschool indicating if you're completing the FAFSA. You may also waive tracking data through the completion of this form. Any questions, please contact Mrs. Burfeindt, Director of School Counseling.