Academic Advising

Not sure about a course? Having problems in a course? Academic advisors serve as coordinators of the students’ educational experiences. Helping students define realistic educational goals, advisors assist students in planning a program consistent with their abilities, interests, and career goals. In addition, they assist students in monitoring their educational progress.

Students should schedule an appointment with an advisor prior to each course registration period. Students are expected to be knowledgeable of program requirements as outlined in the catalog. To schedule an appointment with your academic advisor please call: 720-423-4712.

Want to sit in a class before you commit to the program? Visitor’s passes are available to prospective students wishing to observe one class session free of charge. For information, check with an advisor or counselor. Out of courtesy, the school requests that visitors wait until a break or the end of class to speak with the instructor.

Special Needs and Disabled Students

Programs are open to special needs and disabled students. Services, provided by the special needs counselor, include: educational advising, scheduling full and part-time training courses, working with outside agencies, counseling with students on individual concerns, coordinating with instructors and other personnel, assisting with job placement, and assisting with class and curriculum accessibility.

Accommodations will be provided upon request. Documentation may be required. A person with a disability who requires an accommodation to participate in any class, program, service, or other activity should contact the special needs counselor at least three weeks prior to the scheduled activity.

The special needs counselor is available in Room 215B or by calling 720-423-4742.

English as a Second Language Advising

Advising is offered Monday through Wednesday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and Friday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm in Room 248. Students may call 720-423-4751 or 720-423-4752 to make an appointment for a placement test or to speak with the career/technical advisors. Se habla espanol.

Students with Veteran Benefits

Emily Griffith Opportunity School is approved for training of veterans and other eligible persons. The school provides a veteran’s counselor certifying official to assist students with veteran’s benefits. The veteran’s counselor is located in the registration area. Students may call 720-423- 4712 for an appointment.

Human Services Clients

Advisors are available to provide assistance to Denver Department of Human Services clients. Working closely with case managers and school staff, the advisors provide the following services:

• Assessment of educational and training needs;

• Information about career/technical programs;

• On-going evaluations of career goals and purposes;

• Referral to community agencies for support services;

• Portfolio preparation and job placement assistance.

  Advisors are available in Room 240, second floor, or call 720-423-4727 or 720-423-4719 or 720-423-4726.

Advisor Contact Information

Advising and Counseling Offices

Location:

1250 Welton Street

2nd Floor, Registration Area

Hours: M-W 8am-6pm; Thursday 8am-3pm; Friday 8am-1pm