College Office – MS/HS 223

WELCOME!

The Office of Post-Secondary/College Pathways and Careers supports students in grades 9–12 as they navigate their journey beyond high school.

We provide individualized guidance and resources for every step of the process, from exploring college and career options to preparing applications, writing essays, and securing financial aid.

Whether students are planning to attend a four-year university, community college, or technical program, our team is here to ensure they feel informed and supported.

Class of 2025 Fast Facts

$2.1M Financial Aid Awarded

100% Applied to College

98.8% Plan to Enroll Post-Sec

15.8 Avg. Apps Submitted

24% Enrolled in Opportunity Programs

Meet the Team

Mr. Kevin Sanchez

Director of College Counseling

Katie Urena

College Transition Coach

Ms. Brittni Ortiz

College Advisor

Ms. Brittni Ortiz

Brittni Ortiz is a proud alumna of our first graduating class of 2017 and has been dedicated to college advising since 2018. She earned her degree in Psychology with minors in Art History and Anthropology from The City College of New York in 2022. She is deeply committed to helping students discover the best path for their future and is especially passionate about equitable counseling practices and improving access to higher education for all.

Fall 2025 Rep Visits

SUNY Alfred State St. Lawrence University Marist University Gettysburg College Princeton University Cornell University Dominican University SUNY Global Mass College of Liberal Arts University of Rochester SUNY Farmingdale Syracuse University Mercy University University of New Haven

College Timeline

Full timeline coming soon.