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Counseling
Meet the Team
Laurie Clark
School Counselor for Grades 10-12
315-902-3000, ext. 4035
Email Laurie Clark
Barbara Poerio
School Counselor for Grades 7-9
315-902-3000, ext. 4031
Email Barbara Poerio
Megan Furman
School Psychologist for Grades 7-12
315-902-3000, ext. 4036
Email Megan Furman
Joseph DeWolf
School Social Worker - Elementary
315-902-3100, x. 20145
Email Joseph DeWolf
Amanda Roberts
School Social Worker - Junior/Senior HS
315-902-3100, x. 4023
amanda.roberts@clydesavannah.org
Kendra Vavra
Advocate for Students from Family Counseling Service of the Finger Lakes
kendra.vavra@clydesavannah.org
Jacob Abraham
School Based Therapist from Wayne Behavioral JAbraham@co.wayne.ny.us
Spencer Lippert
Community Schools Coordinator for Junior/Senior HS spencer.lippert@waynecap.org
September Hot Topics
September 10, 2025
Dear Parents,
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. The Clyde Savannah Counseling Department is raising awareness in our school and community regarding suicide prevention. As parents, you play a key role in recognizing changes in your child or their peers’ behavior.
Please review this document, talk to your child, and take note of the 988 helpline which is available 24 hours/day, 7 days, week.
We are here to help and encourage you to reach out to any of us with any questions or concerns.
All our best,
Ms. Laurie Clark, Sr. High School Counselor Mrs. Barbara Poerio, Jr. High School Counselor Ms. Amanda Roberts, Social Worker
Mrs. Megan Furman, School Psychologist
"We believe equal opportunity is extremely important and every student is unique in their own way. We strive to create an open, inclusive, and equal environment in which every student can flourish. We honor the uniqueness of each individual and embrace diverse backgrounds, values, and points of view to build a strong, Inclusive community & prepare students for lives in a multicultural society."
Crisis Management
School counselors at the Clyde - Savannah Schools want to help with the welfare of all students. School counselors are available to any student who finds himself in need whether it concerns stress management, time management, or something more serious. If you find yourself in a situation that requires advice, please do not hesitate to contact your school counselor. In case of emergencies, please use the following phone numbers to access the appropriate help.
Emergency Contact Information
The Counseling Center: 315-902-3000
Response, Hotline Crisis for Wayne County : 315-946-5750
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Academics
Grade Point Averages Requirement for Honor Roll Awards:
Honor Roll: 85.00-89.99
High Honor Roll: 90.00-92.99
Principal's Honor Roll: 93.00+
Clyde Savannah Senior High School Alumni Transcript Requests:
Please send requests to Darcey Patanzo at Darcey.Patanzo@clydesavannah.org
College & Career Planning
FLCC Transcript Request for Gemini students
Gemini students must send an official transcript from FLCC to the college or university they are attending to receive college credit for the courses that they took in high school. Please request your FLCC transcripts here.
Naviance Student is our go-to resource for college and career planning. Use this program to complete career assessments, explore jobs, search for colleges, complete your resume, and request transcripts and letters of recommendation to college.
Senior High Activities Tracker for Resumes and College Applications
College Planning & Preparation
Freshman College Prep Handbook
College Board's Ultimate Guide to Choosing A Major
Searching for Colleges
Naviance Student is our primary resource for searching for colleges, highlighting favorites, and moving forward with the application process during your senior year. Please refer to the College Prep Handbook for tips and best practices for building a balanced college list.
Find a program at SUNY Colleges and Universities here.
Research Independent (Private) Colleges & Universities in New York State
How to add colleges to Naviance (
Please note that you must complete this step to request transcripts and letters of recommendation.)
How to request letters of recommendation from teachers in Naviance
Playing Sports in College
Questions to Ask College Athletic Recruiters
NAIA Guide for the College-Bound Student Athlete
Standardized Tests for College Admissions (SAT & ACT)
The PSAT/NMSQT is a fully digital assessment and the only way to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship program. Students take the PSAT/NMSQT for free at Clyde-Savannah Sr. High School in October of their junior year. It is recommended that they take the SAT or ACT in spring of their junior year and/or no later than October of their senior year. Fee waivers for both the SAT and ACT are available in the Sr. High School Counseling office.
Learn more about the PSAT/NMSQT, what to expect, and how to prepare here.
Learn more about National Merit Scholarship Program here.
Register to take the SAT and learn more to prepare for the exam here.
Register and prepare for the ACT here.
Pre-College Opportunities