Student Services

Student Services (410-313-7300)

Kerri Finkelston | School Counseling Secretary | Kerri_Finkelston@hcpss.org

Catherine Corrao | Registrar | Catherine_Corrao@hcpss.org | Online Enrollment

Nicole Seymour | School Counselor, Last Names A-C | Nicole_Seymour@hcpss.org

Jill Babe | School Counselor, Last Names D-J | Jill_Babe@hcpss.org

Yvette Pruett | School Counselor, Last Names K-M | Yvette_Pruett@hcpss.org

Philip Vangeli | School Counselor, Last Names N-Si | Philip_Vangeli@hcpss.org

Kelly Denison | School Counselor, ITL/Last Names Sj-Z | Kelly_Denison@hcpss.org

Pauline Baek | College and Career Readiness Counselor | Pauline_Baek@hcpss.org

Beth Boyer | School Psychologist | Elizabeth_Boyer@hcpss.org

Debra Leone | Data Clerk | Debra_Leone@hcpss.org

Benjamin Wade | Pupil Personnel Worker | Benjamin_Wade@hcpss.org

Richard McCray | BSAP Liaison | richard_mccray@hcpss.org

Essential Resources

College Application Checklist

Overwhelmed? Keep yourself organized with this college application checklist!

College Application Due Dates 2023-2024

Keep these dates in mind when planning for teacher recommendation letters and transcript requests

Instructions for Using Naviance

Step by Step Student Guide to Naviance including information on adding transcript requests and requesting teacher letters of recommendation

Waiver of Rights and Records Release Form 2023-2024

Informs colleges that students and their parents have not accessed letters that are sent with applications.

Teacher Recommendation Request Form

Checklist and permission for teachers to send letters of recommendation to colleges for students.

Requesting a Transcript - General Information

Whether you plan to go to college, join the military, or head directly into the workforce, you may be asked to supply your high school transcripts. Click for information.

2023-2024 March2Future Transcript Process - Presentation

Presentation: Helpful slides for college hopefuls on the transcript and letter of recommendation process by March2Future

College and Career Readiness

Find an array of resources and information on different post-high school pathways, financial aid, and more.

College and Career Readiness Weekly Newsletter

Stay up to date on all things College and Career Readiness

March2Future Post High School Planning Series

HCPSS presents: March to the Future A Post High School Planning Series 2023-2024

HCPSS Financial Aid and Scholarship Database

Stay up to date on financial aid and scholarship opportunities

Community College

Community colleges are public, two-year institutions that allow students to earn an Associate’s Degree, a professional certificate, and workforce training. Community colleges also provide opportunities for students to complete coursework that can be used toward a four-year degree.

River Hill Specific FAQs for College Applicants

River Hill High School answers to Frequently Asked Questions (College Application)

FAQs on the College Application Process

Have questions? This document may provide answers!

Military Service

Students who graduate from high school have the option to join the U.S. military. In doing so, they can gain career training, health and retirement benefits, housing benefits, and tuition support.

Trade Schools and Apprenticeship Programs

A trade school is a postsecondary educational institution designed to train students for a specific job in a skilled trade career. Trade school offers hands-on training to prepare students for actual work in their chosen field.

Health room resources and contact information

Find health room hours, staff, and other health-related information.

MVA - Verification of Identity and/or School Attendance

Verification form to apply for a learner's permit required by the Maryland Motor Vehicles Administration. Required to be filled out by the applicant and a school official.

Maryland Work Permit - Apply Online

Work permits are required for all minors under the age of 18 to work in the State of Maryland

Accident and Medical Insurance

Accident Insurance

The school system does not carry medical insurance for accidents that occur at school, including non-sport related injuries, such as trips and falls, physical education injuries, and recess/playground injuries. Thus, parents are encouraged to enroll students in the accident insurance program offered through HCPSS.

Learn more about how to obtain accident insurance →

Medical Insurance

The Maryland Children’s Health Insurance Program (MCHIP) is available for families, pregnant women, and children in need of medical insurance. Applications are available through the school health assistant or by contacting the Howard County Health Department at 410-313-7500.

Find out more about qualifying for MCHIP →