Counseling Today: One stop shop for counseling news - June 2026

Welcome to June. Please read further for more information about what’s coming up this month. We also encourage you to follow us on Instagram for more regular reminders and updates.

We are proud to say that our counseling department is a Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP), with CDH having earned RAMP status during the summer, 2023. We are the only private high school in Minnesota to have this designation. Feel free to read more about this great honor, what it took to earn, and what it means for our students! 

If you need to contact us, take a look at our contact page on the school website to determine the best person to help address your needs.

College Counseling

Juniors

College Bootcamp

For those students who signed up, a reminder that The College Application Bootcamp runs from August 3 to August 6. If you have any questions before Bootcamp starts, please contact one of the college counselors: Laura Nelson (last names L-Z) or Mitchell Reynolds (last names A-K). There are still a small number of spots open in the afternoon session.

Seniors

Final Transcripts

For those students who completed their Class of 2026 Senior Survey in Naviance, final transcripts will be sent to your college by mid-June. If you have any questions or need to change where your final transcript is going, please contact Mrs. Mansur.

Graduation Statistics

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! We had an incredible group of seniors and it's exciting to see what wonderful things they are embarking on next.
94% of our graduating class is choosing to continue their education with 88% attending 4-year schools, and 6% attending 2-year schools. 11% will be continuing a sport in college. The remaining handful are pursuing Junior Hockey, Military, Employment, or a Gap Year. To see where students are headed, please stop by our Class of 2026 Bulletin Board in the counseling office! We will have CDH students represented in 29 states and Washington D.C.

School Counseling

There will be minimal summertime counseling department availability:

For Scheduling Questions please contact Katie Carroll, Registrar.

For School Counselor assistance please contact Brother Michael Phipps, and you may be directed to another school counselor available periodically via email.

For College Counseling, contact Laura Nelson or Mitchell Reynolds, and see College Counseling updates above.

Chemical Health Counseling

Chemical Health Corner

Structure = Best practice for Mental Health

Summer is here and many students look forward to having more free time!  This means no early mornings, no class or sport responsibilities, no assignments due.  With no school organizing their days, lack of structure can lead to anxiety and depression. More screen time, sleep and eating disruption and lack of routine can all lead to boredom and restlessness.  This in turn can lead to risky behaviors including substance use to fill the time. 

What are the benefits of structure?

Structure can help teens feel more in control thus reducing anxiety and can provide a sense of purpose. Structure including physical activity promotes a feeling of wellbeing. Educational activities can help prevent academic decline. A structured routine can help teens maintain healthy sleep and eating habits.

Ideas for creating structure:

• Create a schedule that balances free time and structured activities.
• Do things that move your body.
• Set screen time limits.
• Establish sleep and wake times and regular meals.
• Engage in activities like summer jobs, volunteering and youth camps that promote interaction.
• Engage in educational activities.
• Tell someone about these goals

If teens are having struggles with substance use during the summer months here are some resources to call:

Know the Truth Prevention Program

Anonymous Text Support Hotline: 612-440-3967

Hazelden Betty Ford

specializes in comprehensive substance use and mental health treatment for ages 12-25.
1-877-751-5353, Located at 11505 36th Ave. N. Plymouth, MN 55441

M Health Adolescent Mental Health and Addiction Intensive Outpatient Programs

Crystal :  763-541-4993
Maplewood:  651-779-2200

Here’s to a stimulating, restful and fun summer for you all!

See you in the Fall!

Ms. Esping