School Counseling



​​​Contact:
Casey Dunn
High School Counselor
[email protected]
(603) 838-6672
Lisbon’s counseling department is committed to delivering a comprehensive program that impacts all students, producing measurable results in students' achievement and well-being. We strive to foster a positive school climate that encourages growth. My counseling approach is solution-focused, using students’ strengths to help them overcome challenges and reach goals. I aim to be a kind, trusted resource for students, staff, and families. 
Please contact me for support or assistance.
-Casey Dunn

Senior Information


​​Class of 2025 Parents/Guardians:

Senior year is exciting, but it can also be stressful. As the high school counselor, I am here to support the transition to life after high school. Please contact me with questions about anything pertinent to your child's senior year and post-secondary plans.

I will email senior announcements every 2-3 weeks starting in September. These will provide relevant information and update you and the students about important events or deadlines. I will also assist students with scheduling, transcripts, college searches, the college application process, financial aid, scholarships, and career exploration. If students are entering the workforce, I can help them get ready, whether it’s guiding them through job searches, finding training, editing resumes, or practicing for an interview. This year, most seniors are enrolled in Career Planning; this course will provide many valuable lessons and opportunities to prepare them for their future.

For college applications, deadlines vary, but we encourage students to submit applications as early as possible. If your child is applying to college, they will likely need two to three letters of recommendation. I will write the school counselor letter highlighting your child’s high school accomplishments. Beforehand, I will email a “Parent/Guardian Praise Sheet.” This sheet allows you to share your child's strengths so that I can write a more in-depth letter. For teacher recommendations, students should ask teachers early enough so that they have ample time to write the letter.

There are many college and career prep websites; however, two beneficial sites provide extensive knowledge. I encourage you to visit https://www.graniteedvance.org for New Hampshire-based guidance about college applications and the financial aid process. Another quality site is https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/. I will send more useful sites and information via the senior announcements.

Lastly, if your child needs a transcript sent to a school, they should send me the request at [email protected]. If your child applies to a college through the Common Application, transcripts are submitted through that site, and I will automatically take care of it. 

I look forward to working with you and the students.

Sincerely, 

Casey Dunn 
High School Counselor
[email protected]
(603) 838-6672

Local and NH Scholarships

with application deadlines
Important Dates 2024-2025  (more TBA)
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September 17:  North Country Outdoor Industry Career Fair, grades 9-12, Lancaster, NH, full day
September 25: College Mini-Fair, 9:45-10:45 a.m., LRS gymnasium
October 18:       PSAT's, grades 9-11
October 25:       University of New England rep visit, LRS room 221, 10:15 a.m.
November 1:      Keene State College, open house
November 5:     ApplyNH Application Day (formerly I Am College Bound), 7:45 a.m.-10:50 a.m.
November 7:     Financial Aid Night, presented by Granite Edvance, 6-7 p.m., LRS library
December 1:      2025-2026 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) expected to open
April 24:              Local Scholarship Applications due to Mr. Dunn
June 8:                Graduation, 2 p.m., LRS gymnasium
AP at LRS

In 2023-2024, Lisbon Regional School added five Advanced Placement courses: AP United States History, AP United States Government and Politics, AP Statistics, AP Precalculus, and AP Calculus AB. This year, we are also offering AP English Language and Composition. 

AP courses are another valuable option in our substantial college prep lineup, which also includes dual-credit courses through the Community College System of New Hampshire and Southern New Hampshire University. Some of our courses (Statistics, Precalculus, and Calculus) are both dual-credit and AP. Other dual-credit courses offered this year include Survey of British Literature 10, College Composition 11, American Literature 12, Creative Writing, Environmental Science, and Anatomy & Physiology. 

LRS added College Board’s AP courses and exams for several purposes: promoting academic rigor; improving the school’s ratings; and enhancing student benefits and college readiness. 

According to College Board, AP classes and exams can help students in four areas:

1. Build skills and confidence while exploring subjects of interest and developing problem-solving skills. 
2. Standing out to selective colleges and universities, 85% of which say AP looks favorable for admission. 
3. Succeeding in college due to AP credits - 75% of AP students enrolled in four-year colleges start school with AP credits. 
4. Saving time, effort, and money in college - AP students are likelier to complete their degrees on time. 

Princeton Review and the National Society of High School Scholars also highlight the benefits of taking AP courses in high school.

Exam Scores and College Credits
Students must pass the corresponding AP exam to earn college credit for a course. Scores are on a 5-point scale, with College Board considering a 3 or higher as a passing score. Many U.S. colleges give credit and/or let you skip their course if you earn a 3. Some more competitive colleges require a higher score. For example, Dartmouth accepts scores of 4 and 5. Check with your colleges of interest for their requirements. You do not have to take the AP course to take the AP exam, but the course is intended to prepare you for the test. 

For more information about AP scores, College Board’s page is helpful. Click here to learn about AP courses and exams. 

Look Where We Are Today
LRS Alumni and Career Paths

NH Scholars Program
College Ready, Work Ready, Ready for Life

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New Hampshire Scholars is a community-based program that encourages students to take a more rigorous Core Course of Study in high school.  It is based on a partnership between a community's local business leaders and its school district.  New Hampshire Scholars is federally-funded through the U.S. Department of Education, College Access Challenge Grant (CACG).
Check graniteedvance.org for everything career, college and financial aid.
The leading online resource in finding scholarships to help you pay for school.  It is FREE!
FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION

The following websites offer advice and information for parents seeking information on financial aid.  Financial aid forms are also available on these sites.

Scholarship for Students in
​2nd or 3rd Year in College
 College Search

All inclusive college information sites with college search, financial aid, scholarship, career, and summer program information:On Line Applications



Athletic Associations and Information

  • National Collegiate Athletic Associations- www.ncaa.org
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics- www.naia.org

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Test Preparation and Information



Additional Career Education Resources