Welcome to the Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts Counseling Corner. We strive to ensure that you have all the resources needed to succeed during your time at SPA and help prepare you for life after high school. We have compiled resources on this website to help you prepare for graduation, apply for college, explore CTE pathways, view scholarship opportunities, and more! 

Feel free to contact us via email or phone with anything you may need help with! Contact information for our counseling staff can be found below!

SPA Counseling Department Commits to:

Welcome and support the needs, feedback, and voices of all students.

Helping support the success of all students.

Provide a safe space for all students to thrive academically and within their art forms.

Connect students with community outreach opportunities.

Encourage students to be their authentic selves at school.

Offer guidance, training, and mental health resources yearly.

College and Career Readiness (CCR) is one of our primary focuses. Holding annual CCR meetings allows us to reach every one of our SPA students through student, parent, and counselor collaboration to help our students feel confident and well equipped for their future.

College Information

College and Career Readiness

Graduation Calculator

How to Pick a College

Letter of Recommendation Request Form

Transcript Request

College Application Process

Understanding what documents to submit for your college and scholarship applications is important to know well in advance. All colleges will require an application and official transcript. Most colleges will require your ACT score. Some colleges and scholarships will require additional materials.

Application documents may include:
 

• Application - Each college will require an application; The length of the application can vary. Most applications are now online, allowing you to start, save and edit as necessary. Might as well start early!
  
   

• Transcript - All colleges will want an OFFICIAL copy of your transcript. An official copy means it comes directly from the school. It is a good idea to review your "Historical Grades" on PowerSchool to make sure all grades are included and accurate. 
  
  
   

• ACT/SAT Scores - Most colleges will want a copy of your ACT (or SAT) scores. Some colleges use it to accept or decline admission. Others use it for class placement only. Scores must be sent directly from ACT. See more information below in our ACT/SAT testing section.
  

• Letters of Recommendation - Some schools and scholarships require letters of recommendation. Consider a counselor, teacher, coach, supervisor, etc who knows you and can speak to your strengths and character. It is also helpful to provide a resume to the person writing your letter in order to give additional information. You can use the following form. Please give at least 2 weeks notice. Remember - you are not the only one requesting a letter of recommendation.
   

• Essay/Personal Statement - Some colleges, honors programs, or scholarships require an essay or personal statement. This is an opportunity to show the college something special about you and also demonstrate your writing skills. It is recommended that you take your time in developing this piece. Proper use of grammar, punctuation, and spelling are important. When possible, show with examples rather than just telling. Here are some tips:
   

• Audition/Portfolio/Interview - Some colleges or programs will require an audition, portfolio, or interview. Each program will have specific requirements that may differ greatly from one program to the next. It is very important to start preparing audition and portfolio pieces early. Contact the school or program to learn the details of what is required.

Request a Transcript

 PLEASE USE THE PARCHMENT LINK BELOW TO REQUEST A TRANSCRIPT:

Requests may be placed anytime, but our Office Hours for checking the requests and processing are Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Please also check the school calendar for closures.

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Please note: Students/past students age 17 and under may have a legal guardian request and pick up transcripts. Students/past students age 18+ must sign the request form themselves and if requesting to pick up the transcripts in person, must do so themselves.

Any questions, please contact our Registrar Kim Dahle by email. kdahle@saltlakespa.org

EDUCATION VERIFICATIONS:

​MAKE SURE THAT ALL VERIFICATION REQUESTS INCLUDE:

• Student's name

• Student's Date of Birth

• Student's Graduation Date: Day, Month, and Year (self-reported)

• Signed Release (may be electronic)

• Your company information and contact person

HOW TO SUBMIT A REQUEST:

EMAIL: kdahle@saltlakespa.org

Scholarship Resources

Additional scholarship information can be found directly through the colleges and universities you are applying to. Please remember that it's never too early or too late to apply for scholarships!