Goshen High School Academic Planning
and Student Counseling

Welcome to the Office of Academic Planning and Student Counseling. Here at Goshen High School, we work hand in hand with students to create a four-year plan that fits each student’s individual needs and goals. Every student is assigned to a specific counselor based on their last name and will stay with that counselor through their entire GHS career. This allows us to get to know the students better and be available for not only academic planning but for help with their social and emotional needs as well.  Our student counselors are highly trained and educated in both.  Parents are welcome to contact us with questions regarding their students ‘ needs and encourage involvement in their students ‘ success at Goshen High School.

Upcoming Counseling Events

Office Contacts

  • Student Services Office — (574) 534-1323 or (574) 533-8651 ext. 22100
  • Student Services Fax – (574) 534-9792
  • Becca Roberts, Administrative Assistant -  Ext. 22100
  • Maria Weaver, Registrar - Ext. 22102
  • Amy King, Social Worker - Ext.  22151

Counselors

Student Handbooks

  1. Do they have trimesters at the high school?
    1. No, the school year is divided into two semesters: August-December & January-May
  2. How will I know who my counselor is?
    1. Counselors are divided alphabetically by last name and stay with you all 4 years. Click here for more information.
  3. How many classes do I need to sign up for?
    1. 7 classes for each semester = 14 for the school year
  4. What is a "credit"?
    1. A credit equals a passing grade (D- or above) for 1 semester of a class at GHS.  You must earn a minimum of 40 credits to graduate with a Core 40 diploma from high school.
  5. How will I know what classes to sign up for?
    1. The GHS counselors will talk with you about this in November and again in January.
  6. Will I get to choose ALL of my classes?
    1. Your GJHS teachers will recommend the appropriate level for English, Math, and Science classes.  In January, GHS counselors will return to GJHS.  You will receive a packet of information that explains the other required classes as well as electives (classes you can choose according to your interests/career plans – like Art, Engineering/Technology, etc.)
  7. Do I need to take ALL Honors classes to earn an Academic Honors Diploma?
    1. No.  Please see the Indiana graduation requirements or check with your counselor.
  8. Will my parents be coming to school to help me schedule?
    1. No, but you are encouraged to take home your scheduling sheets to talk with your parents or go to the Guidance/Student Services link on the GHS website at ghs.goshenschools.org to read about the classes you can choose.
  9. Can I change my mind about what I picked for electives?
    1. GHS has to be done with all scheduling for all grades by mid-March.   You need to read about each class very carefully.  PLEASE GIVE US TWO ALTERNATE CHOICES AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SHEET in case the class fills up with upperclassmen.   Unless the elective you have chosen is full, you will be placed in the classes you have chosen.
  10. If I am taking a high school class at GJHS, do I earn high school credits?
    1. Yes!  If you successfully complete a World Language, Health, PCC, PE or Math class (usually Algebra I) at GJHS, you will earn high school credit (usually 2 credits).  The grade will appear on your high school transcript – no choice.  If you do not like the grade you receive, you will need to retake the class at GHS, and that grade will replace the grade from GJHS.
  11. How many semesters of Physical Education do I need to take?
    1. You need 2 semesters (credits) of Physical Education to graduate.
  12. Can I go to summer school to get my Phys. Ed. Credits?
    1. If the School Board approves summer school and there are enough interested students, you may earn ONLY 1 of your PE credits. You may not take summer PE more than 1 time.  Summer PE at GJHS usually costs $50, and there is no bus – you will need to find your own transportation.
  13. How many ways can I earn Physical Education credit?
    1. Take 1 semester of PE in summer school, and 1 during either semester of high school.
    2. Take 2 semesters of PE during your freshman year (recommended) at GHS.
    3. Participate in two seasons of any sports or Cheerleading anytime during your 4 years at GHS.  If you complete the sport/cheerleading in good standing, you will receive an “A” on your transcript.  You can only earn 2 credits in this way.  After 2, no credit is given.
    4. Participate in one season of a sport and take 1 semester of PE.
    5. Participate in two seasons of the marching band.
    6. Participate in Science in the Rockies for 1 credit.  The grade will go on your GHS transcript, and you will still need to earn the other credit in one of the ways above.
  14. Can I take PE even if I am in a sport?
    1. Yes you can, but many students take Physical Development (weight lifting) or Fit & Feeling Good (overall fitness) to stay in shape IF THERE IS ROOM FOR FRESHMEN. If you are NOT in a sport or cheerleading, you may not take Physical Development or Fit & Feeling Good until you earn 2 PE credits with a “B” or better grade.

Goshen High School follows the Indiana State standards for graduation requirements. All students must complete all three requirements in order to graduate.

Graduation Requirements and Graduation Pathway Options

  1. High School Diploma
    1. Meet the Indiana state-defined diploma credits and curricular options.  View more information on diplomas here.
  2. Employability Skills - Students must complete at least one of the following:
    1. Project-Based Learning
      1. GHS class "Preparing for College and Careers"
    2. Service-Based Learning
      1. GHS Sports/Clubs
      2. Band/Choir/Orchestra
      3. Community Activities
    3. Work-Based Learning
      1. Job outside of school
      2. Internship/Apprenticeship
  3. Postsecondary-Ready Competencies
    1. Honors diploma
    2. ACT
    3. SAT
    4. ASVAB
    5. Industry Certification
    6. Apprenticeship
    7. Career & Technical Education Concentrator
    8. Dual Credit/AP/IB
    9. Locally Created Pathway

HSE Information

Goshen Community Schools does not have an HSE program. If you need to take the HSE contact:

  • Goshen Public Library  574-534-3182
  • Local WorkOne Office  574-295-0105
  • Elkhart Community Schools 574-262-5678

HSE Transcript:

  • If you took the HSE before 1985, contact the counseling office.
  • If you took the HSE after 1985, you will need to go online to www.diplomasender.com to access your records.  You can view test scores, but if you need to have a hard copy, you will need a debit or credit card to complete your online order.