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 2027 Parents and Guardians,

Senior year is an exciting time, but it can also feel overwhelming. As the high school counselor, I am here to support students in their transition to life after Lisbon Regional School. Please feel free to contact me throughout the school year with any questions you may have about your child's senior year and post-secondary plans.

To keep everyone informed and on track, I will send senior announcements via email and ClassDojo every three to four weeks, starting in September. These will provide relevant information and keep you and the students updated on important college/career events, scholarship opportunities, and other deadlines. I will also regularly 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 prepare, whether it’s guiding them through job searches, finding training opportunities, editing their resumes, or practicing for interviews. In the first semester, some seniors are enrolled in Career Planning, a course that will provide them with valuable lessons and opportunities to prepare for their future. 

The following is a general timeline for college prep students. Fall: college visits, college applications, trade/college fairs, completing the FAFSA; Winter: more college tours, applying to regional/national scholarships, receiving acceptance letters for early action or early decision applications; Spring: receiving letters for regular admission applications, receiving financial aid package letters from schools, applying to local scholarships, choosing a school and paying a deposit.   

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

There are many college and career prep websites; however, two sites offer extensive information. 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 other useful sites and information via the senior announcements.

Lastly, if your student needs a transcript sent to a school, please send the request to [email protected]. If they apply to a college through the Common Application, transcripts are submitted through that site, and I will handle the process automatically. 
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I am here to support you and the students, and I look forward to working with you throughout this influential year.

Sincerely, 

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

Local and NH Scholarships

with application deadlines (more 2025 updates forthcoming)
 Important Dates 2026-2027 (more college tours tba) 
September 15: North Country Outdoor Industry Career Expo, 7:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Lancaster Fairgrounds
September 17: Rural to R1: Leadership and College Pathway Experience for North Country AP students, UNH-Durham, full-day trip.
September 23: College Admissions Mini-Fair from 9:45-10:45 a.m. in the LRS gymnasium
October 1: 2027-2028 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is expected to open
October 3-5: Lisbon Homecoming events
November 4: ApplyNH Application Day, 7:45 a.m.-11 a.m., LRS
November 5: Financial Aid 101, Granite Edvance presentation for high school families, 6-7 p.m., LRS Library
November 6: UMaine-Farmington, admissions counselor visit, 10 a.m., Room 221
November 13: White Mountains Community College Open House, 7:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Berlin, NH
April 22: Application deadline for local scholarships
June 6: Graduation! 

Advanced Placement Courses 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. We have recently added AP English Language and Composition and AP English Literature 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 (AP Language & Composition, AP Literature & Composition, Statistics, Precalculus, and Calculus) are both dual-credit and AP. Other dual-credit courses offered this year include Survey of British Literature 10,  Creative Writing, Advanced Biology, 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