Counseling

West Michigan Works! Senior Info Meeting

West Michigan Works! provides resources to help job seekers prepare for their next job or career.  These services include: career coaching, job search, interview techniques, career training, job fairs, etc. A representative from the organization will be on campus on Wednesday, May 7 during Advisory to meet with current seniors who are planning to enter the workforce but would like some more information and assistance with the next steps. Please register through this link by NOON on Tuesday, May 6

Camp Good Grief

Hospice of Michigan is offering "Camp Good Grief" this summer for youth ages 8-17 who have experienced the death of a loved one. There is no cost to participate but space is limited. Please visit this link for more information.  The deadline to register is May 23.

2025-26 FAFSA

Seniors/Senior Parents: The 2025–26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) is NOW AVAILABLE. Submitting the FAFSA is the first step to getting student grants, scholarships, work-study opportunities, and loans for post-secondary education. It also helps determine eligibility for most state aid programs, like the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, which can cover up to $27,500 for college.  Please follow the steps outlined in this letter for more details.

Job Shadow Database - Assistance Requested

Parents/Guardians: As we look to continue to provide ZHS students with opportunities to engage in career exploration, we would like to develop a job shadow database, and we need your help!  If you are willing to partner with us by offering a job shadow experience at your place of employment, would you please take time to complete this FORM?  Thank you!

Careerline Tech Center Calendar

CTC Students: Here is the ZPS CTC Schedule and Calendar for the 24-25 school year. 

Counseling Office

Kim Petroelje
East Counselor (A-F)
Anna Wicks
East Counselor (G-M)
Melissa Drnek
East Counselor (N-Z)
Emily Hathaway
East Registrar
Lara DeWitt
West Counselor (A-Hn)
Lauren Wondergem
West Counselor (Ho-Q)
Dawn Collins
West Counselor (R-Z)
Donna Lyles
West Registrar
Sarah Propst
East Social Worker
Carly Petroelje
West Social Worker
Kelsey Augustyn
Psychologist
Isabel Withrow
East Social Worker
Tyler Bing
West Social Worker