All FRHS STUDENTS:  This is the monthly newsletter I have prepared for September.  All students should check the newsletter for important updates, jobs, and scholarship opportunities.  A copy of the current monthly newsletter is posted outside the office on the white-board and is available on the high school website at: www.noacsc.org/mercer/fr/FRHS/highDEF.htm.  This is the only hard-copy I plan to pass out to you this year.  It is your responsibility to check the website, white board, or pick one up from the guidance office in the future.  They are usually available by the first of each month.

Have a great year!

-Mrs. Kaiser

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Guidance Newsletter:  September 2007

 

1. Magazines, Magazines! (9-12):  There are several “free” copies of magazines in the guidance office shelves about colleges, careers, the military, etc.  Stop by anytime and pick some up!
2. Money for College (9-12):  Be sure to check out the (national) scholarship postings outside the office.  We will be happy to copy any information that you need.
3. ACT National Test Dates 2007-2008                             Registration Deadline

October 27, 2007                                         September 21, 2007

December 8, 2007                                         November 2, 2007

February 9, 2008                                        January 4, 2008

April 12, 2008                                              March 7, 2008

June 14, 2008                                                     May 9, 2008

FRHS Code:  362-165

 

**if you are on an IEP/504 Plan and would like special testing accommodations for the ACT, you must see Mrs. Kaiser well in advance of the registration deadline to file your paperwork

 

**Seniors should take the October (and December?) ACT.  Juniors should take the ACT for the first time in February, April and/or June.

4. ACT Prep Course (11-12):  Edison Community College is offering an ACT Exam Prep Course during Fall Semester.  The classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from September 25-November 11.  The cost of the course is $79.  See Mrs. Kaiser if you would like more details.
5. Mercer County S.T.O.P. (Students Teaching Other Prevention) Group is looking for new members.  This is a county-wide group for students interested in maintaining a drug and alcohol free lifestyle.  The STOP group is very active in community service activities, and are an important part of S.T.A.R. weekend (for Junior High Students).  See the poster outside the office, or Mrs. Kaiser for more details.  The program’s advisor is Mindi Lisi:  419/586-4030.
6. Looking for a college that’s right for you?  Check out collegeboard.com!  It’s a great website to help you narrow down your choices.
7. College Visits at FRHS (grades 11-12):  Several College/University/Military Representatives visit FRHS each year.  Check out the calendar outside the office for upcoming visits.  Juniors and Seniors may sign up for a visit in the guidance office.  (This must be done at least two days prior to the visit.)
8. Upcoming College Fairs:

·         Students with Learning Disabilities:  a college fair will be held at Gahanna Lincoln High School (Columbus Area) on Thursday, September 20, 2007 from 6:30-8:00 p.m.

·         Coldwater High School College Fair:  over 50 colleges and military reps will be at the Coldwater HS Commons on Monday, September 17, 2007 from 7:00-8:30 p.m.

·         St. Marys High School College and Tech Night:  very similar to Coldwater’s fair….Wednesday, September 19, 2007 from 7:00-8:30 p.m.

·         Lima Campus College Fair (OSU and Rhodes State):  Wednesday, October 17 from 6:30-8:00 p.m.

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9. Many Colleges hold Fall Open Houses on Saturdays.  Check out the hallway bulletin board by the office, or see Mrs. Kaiser for specific dates.
10. Students planning to apply to the University of Cincinnati must be sure to apply prior to December 15^th to meet the priority deadline for UC Scholarships.  Architecture and design deadline is November 15^th.  College-Conservatory of Music deadline is December 1^st.
11. ROTC (Military) Scholarship Information is available on flyers posted outside the office.  Military recruiters visit FRHS throughout the year, and set up in the Commons area at lunch so students can gather information about the military and ask questions.
12. AES Scholarships:  AES Engineers offers scholarships to high school seniors or college students (regardless of courses being studied) who intend to be future leaders across a wide spectrum of field of study.  You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.  To apply, students must submit an essay of no more than 1000 words in answer to one of the two questions that are posted on their sit:  http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm.  The award is $500 and deadline is September 15, 2007.
13. Bradford Pumpkin Queen Contest (gr. 10-12):  Females interested in competing for the title of “Miss Pumpkin” can pick up an application from Mrs. Kaiser.  Deadline to apply is September 23, 2007.
14. Wendy’s High School Heisman Award Program is open to athletes who have a minimum “B” average.  Info can be found at:  www.wendysheisman.com and are due by October 1, 2007.
15. 2008 SAE Engineering Scholarships:  are available to seniors planning to pursue a degree in Engineering or related sciences (math, chemistry, physics, biology, technologies, computer science, etc.).  Deadline to apply is December 1, 2007.
16. The Mercer County Civic Foundation has a small pool of student loan funds available.  These low-interest $900 college loans are renewable, and the 4% interest rate does not begin to accrue until 6 months after graduation from college, and are interest-free if repaid within that time.  Applications due by June 1^st.
17. Check out schoolsoup.com and fastweb.com for scholarship and college information.