Welcome to the School Counseling Department at Peru Central School District!
Peru Elementary school counseling and psychology services
We are here to: Assist students in acquiring safe, respectful, and responsible attitudes. Advocate for all students encouraging them to develop to their fullest personal and academic potential. Collaborate and consult with other educators, parents, and community members on behalf of all students.
Graduation Requirements 
This is a link to a chart outlining the minimum course requirements for graduation established by the New York State Education Department. Students must have 22 credits to graduate. *Students with an IEP eligible for low pass option. Some students with a 504 plan may be eligible for low pass option.
Profile Class of 2025
This is a link to our school’s profile for 2023-2024 in an attempt to give an accurate picture of the student’s grades, activities, and accomplishments through both co-curricular and out-of-school pursuits.
Class Rank / Honor Roll
This link contains information on the weighting of grades in courses of elevated rigor such as Honors, Advanced Placement and College Advancement Program (CAP) courses.
Hugh O’Brian Youth (HOBY) Leadership program
For Sophomores ONLY!
This page contains information for college-bound students to explore, including a College Bound Process Checklist, steps of the college application process and tips for completing the SUNY application.
Course Catalog
This is a link to the current course offerings at PeruCSD, sorted by academic department. A short course description is provided.
Records / Transcript Request Form
This is a link to a fillable form provided by the Peru Central School Guidance/Counseling Office for authorization to release official student transcripts and/or immunization records. Download to access a fillable form.
Financial Aid Information
This page contains concise Financial Aid information for college-bound students from the Peru Counseling Department.
Scholarships
This page contains a collection of scholarships available for 2023-2024 students. Completed applications can be submitted directly to Ms. Durant in the HS Guidance office or by email to BBell@perucsd.org
SUMMER JOBS 2025
This website is another option for seniors who are undecided on what they want to do after graduation. “Earn a paycheck while exploring different industries and positions throughout the North Country. Develop your skills, build your network and earn a micro-credential career development badge in Advanced Manufacturing from Clinton Community College.”
Personal/Social Resources
This page contains extensive resources on Cyberbullying, Bullying, Anti-Drug, Depression and Anxiety.
Upward Bound
This website contains information on the SUNY PLATTSBURGH Upward Bound program. Upward Bound is an exciting educational opportunity for students who have the potential to continue their education beyond high school. Eligible students are from modest income households and/or whose parents are not four-year college graduates. This federal TRIO program is completely funded by the U.S. Department of Education with no cost to the student or family.
ACCESS-VR
This link directs you to the ACCES-VR website. The program helps to ensure that all youth with disabilities are prepared for employment, post-secondary education and community living when they leave school. ACCES-VR can provide a range of services to help eligible individuals reach an employment goal.
OUR COUNSELORS
| Name | Position | Serving | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Carter | High School Counselor | High School (9-12) | (518) 643-6435 | acarter@perucsd.org |
| Tim Loughan | High School Counselor | High School (9-12) | (518) 643-6433 | tloughan@perucsd.org |
| Susan Martin | High School Counselor | High School (9-12) | (518) 643-6434 | smartin@perucsd.org |
| Rebecca Durant | HS Counseling Clerical | High School (9-12) | (518) 643-6430 | rdurant@perucsd.org |
| Bernadette Nolan | HS/MS Psychologist | Middle School (6-8) High School (9-12) | (518) 643-6343 | bnolan@perucsd.org |
| Kellie Porter | HS/MS Psychologist | Middle School (6-8) High School (9-12) | (518) 643-6342 | kporter@perucsd.org |
| Keryn Rafferty | HS/MS Psychologist | Middle School (6-8) High School (9-12) | (518) 643-6341 | krafferty@perucsd.org |
| Claire Cantwell-Jones | Middle School Counselor | Middle School (6-8) | (518) 643-6308 | ccantwell@perucsd.org |
| Lauren LaValley | Middle School Counselor | Middle School (6-8) | (518) 643-6307 | llavalley@perucsd.org |
| Laura Hathaway | MS Counseling Clerical | Middle School (6-8) | (518) 643-6304 | lhathaway@perucsd.org |
| Kathleen Cavanaugh | Intermediate School Counselor | Intermediate (3-5) | (518) 643-6227 | kcavanaugh@perucsd.org |
| Julie Hogan | Intermediate School Counselor | Intermediate (3-5) | (518) 643-6133 | jhogan@perucsd.org |
| Rebecca Fuller | Intermediate School Psychologist | Intermediate (3-5) | (518) 643-6218 | rfuller@perucsd.org |
| Michael Considine | Primary School Counselor | Primary (PK-2) | (518) 643-6129 | mconsidine@perucsd.org |
| Meghan Taptick | Primary School Counselor | Primary (PK-2) | (518) 643-6163 | mtaptick@perucsd.org |
| Joanne Isecke | Primary School Psychologist | Primary (K-2) | (518) 643-6124 | jisecke@perucsd.org |
| Mollie Trombley | Elementary School Psychologist | Primary/Intermediate (K-5) | (518) 643-6135 | mhoffman@perucsd.org |
| Gabrielle Rowell | Elementary School Psychologist | Primary/Intermediate (K-5) | (518) 643-6139 | growell@perucsd.org |