Counseling Department

Welcome families and students to the Queens Technical High School Counseling Department!

Here you will find links to resources, see what's going on in the guidance office, and meet the counselors!

If you need more assistance:

School Counselor Contact Information

We encourage parents to please make an appointment, as the counselors may not always be able to accommodate unannounced visits.

NYC SCHOOLS ACCOUNT

We need your help. The NYC Schools Account (NYCSA) is our main form of communication with students and families. We send out important messages about the school and it's also where we post the report card grades. In this challenging time, it is absolutely necessary to keep an eye on your child's grades. Many students are struggling and need intervention, whether it's tutoring, counseling or something else. But if you don't know how they're doing, how can you help? If you need an access code or have any problems with this account, please contact your child's school counselor.

MEET OUR SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER MS. AMBIA

MEET OUR SAPIS COUNSELOR MS. MIESES

Welcome to the SPARK Program! My name is Ms. Mieses and I am the Queens Technical Substance Abuse Prevention & Intervention Specialist. Spark was initially created in 1971, as a substance abuse prevention program, but has expanded to address a wide variety of adolescent issues. Students meet in my groups for both discussions and/ or individual counseling on issues such as: - Family Issues - Academic- Sexuality -Self-Esteem - Peer Relationships-Substance Abuse - Anger Management. We always have fun with great conversations and hot topic debates. A support group can help you realize that you are not alone in your struggles. You can hear the stories and experiences of others that may open your eyes. Your not the only one that deals with loneliness, depression, family conflict or failing grades. You can gain new perspectives in a support group, accept challenges and begin to make changes.

THE FAMILY ASSESSMENT PROGRAM

Is your child skipping school? Refusing to listen and constantly shouting or running away? Experimenting with alcohol and drugs? Hanging out with the "wrong crowd?" The teen years can be rough for parents, but some teens have a rougher time than others. If you find that you're child is out of control or is in constant conflict with you and the family, you may be able to get help from the Family Assessment Program (FAP).

FAP provides support to families that are struggling with everyday challenges. FAP works to strengthen families, reduce conflict, and connect your family to many services that provide ongoing support in your community. It helps families handle concerns such as a child running away, skipping school, or disruptive behavior, without having to go to court.

FAP staff will introduce you to the program and explain how we can help. They will:

Talk to your family to understand the circumstances which brought you to FAP
Identify the most helpful and practical options for resolving your family’s concerns
Introduce you to a range of services in or close to your home that are designed to help you

A social worker who specializes in family crisis resolution will interview you if you decide to participate.

The worker will ask questions about your family’s concerns, strengths, and circumstances which we will use to plan with you and refer your family to one or more supportive community programs.

FAP staff can refer your family to a wide range of therapeutic options such as: