Guidance Office & Resources
Guidance Office & Resources
Professional school counselors are certified/licensed professionals with a master's degree or higher in school counseling and are uniquely qualified to address the developmental needs of all students. Professional school counselors deliver a comprehensive school counseling program encouraging academic, career, and personal/social development for all students.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship opportunities are emailed to all Seniors at their school email address. Students should check their email at least once a day to stay aware of deadlines, important reminders, etc
Important Links
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Get ready for an amazing year—check out the 2026–2027 Northridge High School Program of Studies, packed with everything you need to know about courses, scheduling, and so much more!
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College Credit Plus is a program that gives high school/middle school students in grades 7–12 an opportunity to be enrolled in both high/middle school and college coursework at the same time.
Students must qualify academically and the tuition will be paid by Northridge Local Schools. For the student who is eligible for College Credit Plus, he/she must be academically ready for college-level courses and be willing to follow the procedures outlined by the university while still in high/middle school.
Ohio's College Credit Plus (CCP) program has advantages and risks for students.
Advantages- Earn college credit: Students can earn college credit while still in high school
- Save time: Students can graduate from college faster
- Explore areas of study: Students can take classes that aren't available at their high school
- Flexibility: Students can move through courses at their own pace
- Structure: Students can benefit from the structure of traditional high school courses
Risks
- Academic record: Students create a permanent academic record
- Grades: Poor grades can affect college admission and financial aid
- Reimbursement: Students may need to reimburse the cost of tuition and books if they fail a course
- Writing skills: Students may not develop strong writing skills
- Job market: Students who finish college early may have a challenging job search
- Time commitment: Students may have less time for extracurricular activities and jobs
Other Considerations
- Not all CCP courses transfer to private or out-of-state institutions
Other CCP Resources:
Ohio HigherED Info for Students & Families
Ready to Start the Application Process for CCP?
Watch the CCP Parent/Student Information Night Video
Follow up with an Individual CCP Counseling Session
Contact counseling office to schedule in March.
Any student considering taking CCP courses at OSU, CSCC, or other local colleges must schedule a required counseling session with their school counselor to discuss goals, pros/cons, policies, and opportunities. To be prepared for this appointment, students and their guardians/parents must view the CCP Annual Information Session prior to this Individual CCP Counseling Session. Thank you!
Complete the Intent to Participateform by April 1 each spring or November 1 each fall.
College Credit Plus (CCP) Overview from Ohio Department of Education and Workforce
OSU-Newark Application for CCP
- College Credit Plus
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C-TEC
C-TEC of Licking County offers students increased educational opportunities. Through secondary and satellite programs, high school students can explore dozens of programs which help them meet their career goals and interests, as well as provide the pathways for post-secondary educational experiences. Students may apply for admission to C-TEC in December of their sophomore year. For more information, click on C-TEC Opportunities Link below.
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Northridge School District uses Parchment to process transcript requests. If you would like to order your high school transcript, please click the link below:
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Selective Service
Almost all male U.S. citizens, and male aliens living in the U.S., who are 18 through 25, are required to register with Selective Service. It's important to know that even though he is registered, a man will not automatically be inducted into the military. In a crisis requiring a draft, men would be called in sequence determined by random lottery number and year of birth. Then, they would be examined for mental, physical and moral fitness by the military before being deferred or exempted from military service or inducted into the Armed Forces. Failure to register may make a student ineligible for Federal and/or State student loan and grant programs, including Pell Grants, Federal Work Study, and Stafford Loans. For more information, follow the link below.
- Selective Service Information
--Register online by clicking the link above or by choosing Selective Service System from the menu on the right under Military.
- Selective Service Information
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Most job applicants and employers understand the purpose of a resume, but its potential uses for both parties go further. People send their resumes to employers with open positions, exhibiting their skills and other qualifications.
The goal and overall purpose of a resume is to introduce your qualifications and skills to employers. It's an informational document that tells your career story, outlining all details in an easily read format. Resumes also hold meaning within themselves.
Resources
OHIO MEANS JOBS K-12
OhioMeansJobs K-12 is an interactive online career planning tool with accurate, current and relevant job, postsecondary school and financial aid information. It includes tools for saving your research, course planning and resume development. This online tool is available to all Ohioans at no cost. To access the site, visit Ohio Means Jobs and click "For Students" at the top of the website. Ask your student's counselor about additional resources available at school.