Guidance & Counseling

KAPS professional school counselors support the efforts of teachers, staff, parents, and other community members in promoting students' educational, career, personal, and social development.

The goal of graduation begins in pre-kindergarten and continues through twelfth grade. Counselors serve as valuable guides throughout this journey and provide direction along the path in the areas of:

Academic success,
College and Career Awareness,
Individual Planning,
Guidance Curriculum, and
Responsive Services.

Meet Our Guidance Team:

Gaylynn Clevenger

Licensed Professional Counselor, Part Time

Email Gaylynn Clevenger

Pam Tise

CEO/Principal & Academic Counselor, Full Time
512-648-3180

Email Pam Tise

Bethany Trentel

ACE Director & LSW for Community Support , Full Time
Email Bethany Trentel

Academic Planning

Graduation Toolkit

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) Graduation Toolkit is a resource designed to help students, parents, and educators navigate the requirements and options for earning a high school diploma in Texas. The toolkit provides information on the state's graduation plan, and outlines the following key components:

Graduation Requirements
Endorsements
Distinguished Level of Achievement
Performance Acknowledgments
Career Planning

The toolkit is a helpful guide for making informed decisions about course selection and graduation pathways. It’s available online through the Texas Education Agency website and can also be obtained through schools and counselors. For clarity on your student's plan, schedule, or pathway please contact your student's counselor.

Graduation Toolkit - English

Herramientas para graduarse

Graduation Toolkit - Spanish

College and Career Exploration and Resources

ACT - The ACT is a standardized test used for college admissions and scholarship opportunities. It assesses academic readiness in English, math, reading and science, and has an optional writing test.

SAT - The SAT is a standardized test to evaluate college readiness in reading, writing and math. Many universities use SAT scores as part of their admissions process.

FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Apply for financial aid for college, career school, or graduate school here.

Big Future - A free online planning guide that helps all students prepare their next steps after high school. Explore careers, find colleges, and discover ways to pay for college.

Texas Workforce Commission - A valuable resource for students and young adults, particularly for career exploration and job searches.