Counseling, College, and Career Corner
About Us
RICA has one School Counselor whose hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The counselor is available for student drop-in visits from 10:00 am - 3:00 p.m. Students and parents should make an appointment to visit the counselor at other times.
Counseling Mission Statement
The Counseling, College, and Career Department provides academic, social-emotional, college, and career guidance to a diverse student body with the purpose of building resilient, empathetic, compassionate, and productive members of society. In collaboration with faculty, families, and the community, this department's goal is to empower students to achieve their academic potential, develop personal well-being, self-advocate, and pursue their goals with purpose and confidence.

Gail Thorsen-Faucett, School Counselor
Graduation Information:
Useful links:
RideOn Bus Information:
- Kids Ride Free - Ride On - Montgomery County Division of Transit Services
- Ride On Route 43 - DOT Transit
College and Career Links:
Student Financial Aid:
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC), Maryland College Aid Processing System (MDCAPS)
College Information for Undocumented Students:
