Guidance Department

Contact Us

George F. Baker Upper School
1 Tornado Drive
Tuxedo, NY 10987
Phone: 845-351-4786
Fax: 845-351-4907

Christine Oliva, Counselor EXT. 2126
Arlene Dyba, Guidance Asst. EXT. 2122

Important Dates for 2022 - 2023 School Year

October 12, 2022: SAT School Testing Day (Gr. 12)
October 12, 2022: PSAT/NMSAT (Gr. 11)
March 1, 2023: PSAT 10 (Gr. 10)
March 22, 2023: SAT School Day Testing (Gr. 11)
April 25, 2023: SAT School Day Testing (Gr. 11)

Click Here for Class of 2023 COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES

College Representative Visits

All visits will be held at 11:15 AM in the HS Library.

Please inform Mrs. Oliva of the school visits that you plan to attend.

Tuesday, 10/11 - Siena College

Thursday, 10/13 - SUNY Albany

Tuesday, 10/18 - SUNY Purchase

Wednesday, 10/19 - SUNY Geneseo

Friday, 10/21 - SUNY New Paltz

Friday, 10/28 - Monmouth University

Tuesday, 11/1 - Ramapo College of New Jersey

Monday, 11/7 - NYU Virtual Meeting Zoom Link

Thursday, 11/17 - Mount Saint Mary College

Monday, 11/21 - Dominican University

Monday, 11/28 - Montclair State University Virtual Meeting Link

2023 Scholarships for Academic Excellence

Nominations for these scholarships are determined by class rank. The above link is provided for informational purposes. Students do not need to apply.

Advanced Placement Exams 2023

Taking the Advanced Placement exam is an important part of all AP courses. Students should plan to register by November 15 to avoid late payment.

AP Exam Registration Information

School Resources

The resources listed here are made available to assist students and parents in identifying opportunities at the George F. Baker Upper School, and to provide information for planning beyond high school.

2022-2023 Programs of Study
Guidance Plan Grades 7-12
Guidance Dept. Powerpoint Presentation
Post Graduate Planning Guide

Naviance Student

Naviance is a college and career readiness platform that helps align student strengths and interests to postsecondary goals. The career planning tools in Naviance allow students to understand how their strengths, goals, skills, and interests can lead to exciting careers.

Important Forms

Teacher Recommendation Request Form
Transcript Request Form

NYS Graduation Requirements

Diploma Credentials & Requirements

College Admissions and Testing Resources

PSAT 10 Student Guide
ACT
College Board
Common Application
SAT Score-Use Practices

College & Career Planning Resources

SUNY - State University of New York
Peterson's College Search
Princeton Review
College Atlas
College Score Card

College Athletic Resources

NCAA Eligibility Center
Guide for the College Bound Athlete
NCAA Division 1 Academic Requirements
NCAA Division 2 Academic Requirements

State University of New York - SUNY Resources

SUNY Viewbook
Admissions Information Summary
Community College Admissions Summary
Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Summary
Honors Program Information Summary