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LHS Counseling Office Communicator November 11, 2016
Visit us at http://lhs.lapeerschools.org
College Visits…now is the time to find
the right fit for you!
How to explore your options?
1. Make an appointment and go visit
in person! (students can have 2
school business days for official
college visits—see your counselor!)
2. COLLEGE FAIR or Open House
(see wall outside counseling office)
3. Check out College websites
4. Talk to our visiting College Reps!
Talk to your counselor about
opportunities.
5. * List of all MACRAO college fairs in
Mich*:
https://macrao.org/Calendar/CDNCal
endar.asp?CalType=CDN
Transcripts are now ONLINE! Sign up for your free account at
Parchment.com to send transcripts to
Michigan colleges and universities.
Michigan colleges want electronic
transcripts! Information is in the counseling
office, or on the LHS website counseling link .
Act Test Dates Dec. 10, 2016 (Late registration now)
Feb. 11, 2017 (register by Jan 13)
April 8, 2017 (register by March 3)
June 10, 2017 (register by May 5)
Register online at www.actstudent.org
Act Workshops Information available in counseling office
SAT Test Dates
Dec. 3, 2016 (late registration now)
Jan. 21, 2017 (reg. by Dec. 21)
March 11, 2017 (reg. by Feb 10)
May 6, 2017 (reg. by April 7)
June 3 2017 ( (reg. by May 9)
Free Sat Prep! Now available to all: Free SAT prep from your own
home. www.Khanacademy.org is the ONLY place to get
official, no cost, comprehensive SAT prep: take practice
tests, prep, track progress and much more.
ASVAB test results The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitide
Batttery) Test results will be distributed and
interpreted by military representatives at 12:30 pm
on Nov. 18th in the Media Center at LHS. Students
who took the ASVAB should report for their results.
FAFSA 2016 began October 1st! Get your FSA I.D. now at https://fsaid.ed.gov/
This is what you use to sign your FAFSA online, and
is required to fill out your FAFSA. Parents will also
need an FSA I.D.
Financial Aid Info for College!!.
FAFSA Help is available @ LHS! It is time to file your FAFSA if you are a senior!
If you need help, or computer access, please
see your counselor asap. Counselors are
available to help and our media center
computers are available for use with an
appointment.
Dual Enroll in College Classes! Are you interested in taking a college class
next semester? It’s not too late! See your
counselor now about dual enrolling this year. Earn
college credits while you are still in high school.
Challenge yourself and save money. Your future
starts now!
Lapeer Early College (LEC) Info Get information about Early College and its many
benefits…is it right for you? How can EMC help you pay for
college and get a head start? Tenth grade Students will
hear about the many benefits on October 16 in English
classes.
Opportunity Night 6-12 LHS will host an Opportunity Night on January 25th,
partnering with Zemmer and Rolland-Warner schools.
Families will be able to check out many of the great
opportunities available to their students in the coming
school years. More info to come; mark your calenders
for this great event!
How do we Communicate with you?!
Stay Connected; Be “Reminded!”
Receive text reminders from the counseling
office about important dates, events,
LHS Counseling Office Communicator November 11, 2016
Visit us at http://lhs.lapeerschools.org
opportunities!
Class of 2017 (seniors)
text @250033 to 81010
Class of 2018 (Juniors)
text @250033a to 81010
Class of 2019 (Sophomores)
text @gcecfe to 81010
Remind is a free, safe, simple messaging tool which helps
us share important reminders with students and parents.
ALL personal info is kept private. We never see your
phone number. For questions, contact Mrs. Pecore.
Online Scholarship Search Reference
It is not too early to start applying! Check out these free scholarship search/help sites:
www.scholarship-monkey.com scholarship search
www.studentscholarshipsearch.com/ebook scholarship
search secrets
www.zinch.com clearinghouse for scholarships and
morewww.fastweb.com scholarship search
www.usafunds.org/planning/access_to_education_scholarship
http://schoolsoup.com/scholarship-directory
http://www.studentaid.edgov/types/grants-
scholarships/finding-scholarships U.S. dept of ed
resources.
www.michigan.gov/ssg click on Planning for College
tab for Affording College in Michigan Guidebook
Scholarships Available
Elks National Foundation “Most Valuable
Student Scholarship”
Eligibility: Current senior in high school who
exemplifies outstanding community service,
scholarship, and citizenship. 500 Four-year
scholarships will be awarded. Deadline for initial
application is December 2, 2016.
www.elks.org/enf/FindALodge.cfm
The Look Twice, Save A Life Scholarship of
$1,000 is awarded to any student who is currently
attending college or some form of higher education. One
applicant will be chosen who best brings awareness to
motorcycle safety. The scholarship will be awarded on an
annual basis for Spring semester. The deadline to apply is
December 1st.
http://scholarshipguidance.com/scholarship_look_twice_s
ave_a_life_scholarship_9026.php?
Wayne Hildebrant Police Scholarship
Residents of Lapeer County, accepted into a law
enforcement program in college, or a police academy
can apply for this $500 memorial scholarship. Minimum
GPA is 3.0, preference for financial need. Deadline is
April 1, 2017. http://lapeercountycf.org/scholarships/
P.E.O. Chapter DX Scholarship
This scholarship was founded by P.E.O. (Philanthropic
Educational Organization) Chapter DX, Lapeer, Michigan,
to celebrate the advancement of women through
education. Applicant must be a female resident of Lapeer
County, a graduating senior or graduate of a Lapeer
County high school, and accepted into a post-secondary
degree granting college, university, trade school, or
certificate program. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or
higher is required in the last two years of study. Deadline
is April 1, 2017. http://lapeercountycf.org/scholarships/
The OMBAR "Aspiring Business Professional"
Scholarship
High school seniors who intend to pursue a business
related field at an accredited post-secondary school
or college,have a demonstrated record of academic
success, and a passion for a career in business can
apply for this $1000 scholarship. Deadline: June 6,
2017. http://www.onlinembareport.com/ombar-
aspiring-business-professional-scholarship-program
“Aspiring Fashion Professional" Scholarship
Seniors interested in pursuing a career in the fashion
industry can apply for this $1000 scholarship @
www.fashion-schools.org . Essay is required. The
deadline is June 1st, 2017.
Opportunity Knocks: College Open Houses! Most colleges offer Open Houses as a great way
to showcase their campuses, curriculum,
specialties, athletics, and extra curricular
opportunities. There is no better time to visit a
college campus than FALL! Check out this link
for a complete listing of campus open houses.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/190NKEvt-
Dwjy-5WGPAPD-
X7rCBl8xK46eb3jx50ZSbI/edit?usp=sharing
Go Visit!!
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