SOA - School Counseling Department

08/31/2026

REMINDER

Senior Night
Tuesday, September 1st
6-7:30 pm
SOA Media Center

We will have representatives from colleges, financial aid, and Meeting Street Scholarship Fund, as well as information on the college application process. Plan to join us for this important event for your senior.

08/31/2026

College Visits This Week!

Students, don’t miss these college visits during lunch in the cafeteria:

Furman University — Tuesday, 9/1
Wofford College — Wednesday, 9/2
Tufts University — Wednesday, 9/2 — located Massachusetts, just outside Boston.

Stop by to learn more and meet with college representatives!

08/27/2026

College Representatives Visiting SOA!

Two colleges will be visiting campus on Monday, August 31 during lunch in the cafeteria. Stop by to learn more, ask questions, and explore your college options!

Francis Marion University is a public university located in Florence, South Carolina

Swarthmore College is a private liberal arts college in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, just outside Philadelphia, known for its rigorous academics and diverse programs.

Come meet the representatives and learn more about these schools!

Send a message to learn more

08/25/2026

Hampden-Sydney College Visit

A representative from Hampden-Sydney College will be visiting SOA Wednesday, August 26, during lunch in the cafeteria.

Hampden-Sydney is a private liberal arts college for men located in Hampden-Sydney, Virginia.

Stop by to learn more about the college, ask questions, and explore opportunities!

Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia is a nationally ranked private liberal arts college for men.

07/30/2026

SAVE THE DATE:
City of Charleston First Day Festival

This free, family event is open to all ages and is a great way to celebrate the start of a new school year. Students will receive free school supplies, and attendees can also enjoy free admission to the South Carolina Aquarium.

Parking is available for just $1 at both the South Carolina Aquarium Garage and the Gaillard Center Garage.

Enjoy live entertainment, connect with local community organizations and resources, and grab a bite from one of the food trucks on site.

Bring the whole family and join the community for an exciting celebration as we kick off the 2026–2027 school year!

05/29/2026

Congratulations, Class of 2026!!!

05/27/2026

Summer reading incentives for students around the Tri-County area.

With summer around the corner, here are some programs in the Charleston area that reward you for how much you read. From your local library to Pizza Hut and the

05/26/2026

Great opportunities this Summer!

05/09/2026

These scholarships are closing soon. ⏰

Help your teen get ahead by exploring scholarships and starting applications early.

Explore more scholarships tailored by interests, location, and more with Scholarship Search. 👉 http://spr.ly/6180BBcxfM

05/09/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. SOA School Counselors and School Psychologist chatted with students during both high school and middle school lunches on Wednesday, May 6 to recognize Mental Health Awareness along with other schools across Charleston County School District. We wore 💚 green 💚 and shared goodies promoting mental health and wellness, strategies, and stress relief. Students loved all of the information and takeaways, especially the textured calming stickers, mindfulness cards and stress relief cards. They were excited to start putting them into practice.