Guidance & counseling
Welcome to the Counselor's Corner. Our counselors are here to help you navigate school, plan for what's next, and get through whatever gets in the way - academically, personally, and beyond.
Help with academics, college, career, and life
No student should fall through the cracks. Our counselors support the whole student - academic, career, and personal needs alike - through one-on-one meetings, small groups, and larger interventions.
As a virtual school, we make ourselves reachable in person, by phone, by email, and through video chat. Junior high and high school are hard enough; we're here to help you find your way through.
Find your counselor
Students are assigned a counselor based on last name, so you always know who to go to.
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Joanna Manchak has been a school counselor at GOVS for 5 years. Before that, she has been a counselor at Fairfield Intermediate and Hillcrest Academy. She has her Master’s degree from Xavier University.
Before counseling, Joanna was a graphic designer with a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Cincinnati’s Design, Architecture, Art and Planning (DAAP) Program. She lives in the West Chester/Liberty Twp area with husband, two children and two dogs. She enjoys coaching and playing sports.
Plan for college and career
Thinking about what comes after graduation? Your counselor can help you explore options and build a plan, with resources for:
- Exploring careers and matching them to your interests
- Researching and comparing colleges
- Finding scholarships you may qualify for
- Understanding and applying for financial aid and the FAFSA
Support when you're struggling
School isn't just about academics; our counselors are here to support you through everything else too. Whether you're facing stress, a tough situation at home, bullying, or something heavier, you don't have to handle it alone. Remember, it's okay to ask for help. Additionally, we offer workshops to help you build resilience and coping strategies.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is always available - call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, any time, day or night.
Request an official transcript
Need a transcript sent somewhere? GOVS processes requests at no charge through our request form.