SCHOOL COUNSELOR SERVICES
We are here to assist
Mission: At Ponte Vedra High School, our mission is to empower every student to achieve academic excellence while fostering personal growth and character development. We are committed to providing a comprehensive school counseling program that promotes college and career readiness, encourages active community service, and cultivates a supportive environment where all students can thrive. Through individualized guidance, collaboration with educators and families, and engagement with the community, we inspire students to reach their fullest potential and become responsible, compassionate leaders in a diverse society.
sCHOOL cOUNSELORS
Courtney Derisse
School Counselor
(Students with last names A-Eo)
904.547.7382
Kimberly Grillo
School Counselor
(Students with last names Ep-Le)
904.547.7383
Karin Ngai-Crim
School Counselor
(Students with last names Li-Ri)
904.547.7360
Heather Ketterer
School Counselor
(Students with last names Ro-Z)
904.547.7366
Jennifer Lee
AP Coordinator
College Planning
904.547.7374
Susan Abbonizio
Guidance Secretary
904.547.7393
ALL RECORDS REQUESTS
Jennifer Mitchell
Registrar
904.547.7358
Tatiana Marques
Computer Operator
904.547.7359
APPOINTMENTS
Appointment times are: before school, after school, during lunch, during non-academic electives, or during a modified/virtual lab period.
If parents/guardians need to request an appointment, please reach out to your Counselor via email.
TRANSCRIPTS
Go to School Pay and make your Transcript request.
https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Transcript-Requests-2425/SbUNO2I
If you need your transcript sent with your college application, make your request in XELLO (via CLEVER.)
If you need a transcript for personal use, use the School Pay Link!
SCHOOLOGY GROUP
Learn about upcoming seminars and on-campus workshops.
GROUP CODE: FVNM-3R9Q-H4GDB
DUAL ENROLLMENT
Dual Enrollment provides eligible high school students the opportunity to simultaneously earn both college credit and a high school diploma. Opportunities are also available to students to attend a certificate program providing them with career ready skills to enter the job market.
- Dual Enrollment courses are offered through St. Johns River State College in St. Augustine. Students may take a maximum of 10 Dual Enrollment credits in the fall and spring terms and 6-8 credits for the summer term.
- Students interested in taking Dual Enrollment credits are encouraged to join the DE Schoology page for more information and resources. Access Code 4XP7-WHG6-BW2Z4
- SJR Dual Enrollment webpage: https://sjrstate.edu/dual
Learn about the High School and Dual Enrollment Options available at FCTC.
UNF offers Dual Enrollment courses to PVHS students each semester. For more information, students should reach out to Ms. Marisa Leonard for courses offered and registration deadlines: [email protected].
COURSE REGISTRATION
Ponte Vedra High School Course Catalog
SJCSD Pupil Progression Plan: https://www.stjohns.k12.fl.us/spp/high/
Florida High School Graduation Requirements:
Information for all Florida graduation and testing requirements: https://www.fldoe.org/schools/k-12-public-schools/sss/graduation-requirements/
Flyers outlining graduation requirements are available in English and Spanish.
For students entering high school prior to 2023-34 (English language)
For students entering high school prior to 2023-34 (Spanish language)
For students entering high school 2023-24 and thereafter (English Language)
For students entering high school 2023-24 and thereafter (Spanish language)
DIY 24 Credit Diploma Check
24 Credit Diploma Check for Students Entering High School Prior to 2023-24
24 Credit Diploma Check for Students entering High School 2023-24 and thereafter
Grade Point Average
9th-12th grade College Preparation Checklist
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/plan-for-college
Checklist for Academic and Financial Planning for College
https://studentaid.gov/resources/prepare-for-college/checklists#checklists
Workforce
Workforce Training Programs
Career Source: https://careersourcenortheastflorida.com/
EarnUP: https://earnup.org/about/
St. Johns River State College Workforce: https://www.sjrstate.edu/workforce
Workforce Solutions: https://www.wrksolutions.com/for-individuals/job-search
Technical Schools
First Coast Technical College: https://fctc.edu/
J-Tech Institute: https://www.jtech.org/?utm_source=GMB&utm_medium=Organic&utm_campaign=GMB1
Tulsa Welding School: https://www.tws.edu/campus/jacksonville/?utm_source=google+plus&utm_medium=+social&utm_campaign=socialtracking-google_plus_jax
Florida State College at Jacksonville: https://www.fscj.edu/academics/certificates
Apprenticeship Programs
https://www.apprenticeship.gov/
Military Resources
Armed Forces Websites
Air Force: https://www.airforce.com/apply-now
Army: https://www.goarmy.com/
Marines: https://www.marines.mil/
Coast Guard: https://www.gocoastguard.com/Careers
Merchant Marines: https://www.nmc.edu/maritime/
National Guard: https://nationalguard.com/
Navy: https://www.navy.com/start?q=contact&interest=joining-the-navy
Space Force: https://www.spaceforce.mil/
Armed Service Vocational Aptitude Batter (ASVAB) Career Exploration Program(CEP)
College Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) Program
https://www.todaysmilitary.com/education-training/rotc-programs#jump-benefits-of-joining-rotc