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Weekly Info. October 27, 2017
Please see attachments for info on:
FAFSA
Dual Credit Scholarship
Sullivan ACT Prep Class
ACT test dates and registration deadlines
Parent Portal instructions
Quick start guide to Parchment (Any student can create an account to order a self-view transcript or send transcripts to colleges and universities.)
Lawrenceburg Christmas Parade Information
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Senior pictures and Senior Activity Sheets are due to Mrs. Medley by October 31st. Senior Activity Sheets may be picked up in room 150.

1st Trimester EXAM Schedule:
Thursday November 2nd--1st, 3rd, and 5th period finals
Friday November 3rd--2nd and 4th period finals


No School November 10th in honor of Veteran's Day.



Any student wanting to take the ASVAB may sign up on Ms. Miracle's door. Once with have at least 15 sign up we will schedule a test date.

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Craft Academy is excited to join Morehead State University’s Open House event on Saturday, November 4.
We would like to extend an invitation to any student (sophomore level and below) who is interested in applying to Craft Academy to attend our upcoming Open House event.
Open House is a great time for interested students to show their families what Craft Academy has to offer.
For current sophomores we would also like to remind you that the last day to register for the December ACT test is November 3. Late Fee Registration is from November 4-17. The December ACT test is the last opportunity to take the ACT and get your test scores back by our application deadline (February 1, 2018). If you plan on applying for the Class of 2020 be sure that you are registered to take this ACT test if you have not yet taken the ACT, or if you are looking to increase your scores.
What happens at Open House?
· Tour Morehead State University’s beautiful campus
· Meet MSU faculty and staff, and learn more about MSU’s academic departments
· Meet Craft Academy staff and Craft Academy Ambassadors during our presentation and question answer session
· Tour through Grote-Thompson Hall, where Craft Academy students live.
To register, please visit http://www.moreheadstate.edu/openhouse and be sure to answer “Enrolling as?” by selecting Craft Academy.
We look forward to meeting both students and families!
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thanks!
Sunny
Sunshine Stamper
Craft Academy
Assistant Director Admissions, Public Relations and Recruitment
Thompson Hall
Telephone: 606-783-5102
Fax: 606-783-9159
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The juniors who are planning on applying for the Governor's Scholar Program need the following site to start the process. Make sure to tell your recommender (Teacher and Community) that they must go to this site to do their specific form online.

Governor’s Scholars Program

Summer 2018

Information


For Student Applicants: Students interested in applying to participate in the 2018 Governor's Scholars Program will need to download a copy of the 2018 Student ...


The Governor's School for the Arts
http://www.kentuckycenter.org/education-community-arts/gsa/prospective-students
GSA is looking for students with skills in their art form, passion for creativity, an open mind, collaborative spirit, and an eagerness for learning to apply for the ...



Senior and Junior BCTC Dual Credit students and parents:
Please see attached instructions for choosing which class(es) you would like to be your "scholarship" class(es). You can have a maximum of 2 scholarship classes during your high school career. Remember that BIO 112 and BIO 113 count as one class for this scholarship purpose.


Instructions for Parent Portal on Infinite Campus are attached.

A great site for scholarships!


KSBA First Degree College Scholarship Program (application)

The board of directors of the Kentucky School Boards Association will fund two $2,500 scholarships for eligible Kentucky high school seniors to attend any two- or four-year accredited college or university, in state or out. One scholarship each will be awarded to a male and a female student. These nonrenewable scholarships will be paid directly to the institution of higher education upon the recipients’ official admission acceptances.

Eligible students are those who would be the first members of their immediate families (parents, guardians, siblings) to attend an institution of higher education. Eligibility must be affirmed and signed by the high school guidance counselor and the school district's board chairperson andsuperintendent.

Any Kentucky board of education may place in nomination the names of up to two students, one male, one female with a minimum ACT reading score of 20. KSBA will accept receipt of the first two eligible application forms per school district by the deadline noted below (additional forms will be disqualified). The scholarships will be awarded based on a drawing conducted by the KSBA Board of Directors at their December 2017 quarterly board meeting. Applications can be picked up from the guidance office and are due back to guidance office by November 1, 2017.

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1. The first scholarship is the Animation Career Review "Aspiring Animation Professional" Scholarship. This $1000 scholarship is awarded annually to a student interested in pursuing an animation related degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Interested students can visitAnimationCareerReview.com to find eligibility information along with an online application. This is the seventh year we have offered this scholarship.

2. The second scholarship is the Fashion Schools "Aspiring Fashion Professional" Scholarship. This $1000 scholarship is awarded annually to a student interested in pursuing a fashion degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Interested students can visit Fashion-Schools.org to find eligibility information along with an online application. This is the fifth year we have offered this scholarship.

3. The third scholarship is the Online MBA Report "Aspiring Business Professional" Scholarship. This $1,000 scholarship is awarded annually to a student interested in pursuing a business degree at any accredited post-secondary school or college. Interested students can visit OnlineMBAReport.com to find eligibility information along with an online application. This is the third year we have offered this scholarship.

The deadline for all three scholarships is June 1, 2018
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For help in preparing for ACT (7 timed practice tests), SAT, and building math and verbal skills, check out www.March2Success.com

March2Success provides an online study program to help students prepare for standardized tests, improve school work and review materials. We also provide tools for ...
**No military personnel will use this information to contact students. Any student 13 years or older may register for the course.

We are sending this message to notify you that a new edition of the "Counselor Connection" is now available athttp://www.kheaanews.com/KYCounselorConnection/.

Articles of interest are:

• Students should file FAFSA ASAP
• College Application Campaign in full swing
• Enter iPad Pro contest
• Best practices schools in Kentucky recognized
• Nine Kentucky schools win Blue Ribbon honors
• Federal government offers student loan forgiveness programs
• Financial aid words students need to know
• Kentucky students excel at TSA National Conference
• 10 public schools honored for teaching and leadership
• Kentucky graduation rate, AP scores, ACT scores rise
• Keeping up with KEES
• Road to College checklist for middle school students
• Road to College checklist for freshmen & sophomores
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Greetings from the University of Louisville!
With the UofL scholarship application now available, we are actively working with high school counselors to gather the names of academically talented Black/African American and Hispanic/Latino seniors who qualify for specific scholarships. We ask that you please review the following UofL diversity scholarship descriptions and criteria, and follow the links to nominate your students as soon as possible. The scholarship application deadline is December 15, 2017.
Woodford R. Porter Scholarship
Black/African American Students with 3.0 GPA and 20 ACT
The Woodford R. Porter Scholarship was named after the former trustee, Woodford R. Porter Sr., known for his dedication to strong advocacy for education in Louisville, KY. His famous saying was "education is the great equalizer," as he believed it to be the ultimate path towards self and collective improvement. This scholarship annually provides over 200 Black/African American students with a variety of awards ranging from $2,000 to full in-state tuition, plus a stipend to cover room, food and book expenses. Learn more about the Woodford R. Porter Scholarship.
While consideration for this scholarship typically requires a 3.0 GPA and 20 ACT, please nominate students with scores as low as a 2.9 GPA and an 18 ACT.

Martin Luther King Scholars Program
Black/African American or Hispanic/Latino Students with 3.5 GPA and 26 ACT or 1240 SAT
The Martin Luther King Scholars participate in an engaging leadership development program while enrolled at the University of Louisville. In this mentored scholar program, students have the opportunity to explore issues surrounding peace and social justice through course work, service learning, and a unique immersion trip. In addition to a specialized academic track and other unique opportunities, the program provides full in-state tuition plus an $8,000 stipend to cover other university expenses. Learn more about the MLKScholars Program and criteria for consideration.
While consideration for this program typically requires a 3.5 GPA and 26 ACT or 1240 SAT, please nominate students with scores as low as 3.4 GPA and 24 ACT or 1160 SAT.

REGISTERING FOR THE LT. GOVERNOR'S ENTREPRENEURSHIP CHALLENGE IS EASY!



Open to ALL high school students in the state of Kentucky in grades 9 - 12, this competition has benefits of winning scholarships for students. The map on this page will allow you register for this competition. Registration deadline is October 31st, 2017.













Scholarship list:
Lt. Governor's Entrepreneurship Challenge 10/31/2017 Voice of Democracy Scholarship 10/31/2017 KSBA First Degree College Scholarship 11/1/2017 University of Dayton Service Scholarship 11/1/2017 Prudential Spirit of Community Award 11/7/2017 Hagan Scholarship Foundation 11/15/2017 Elk's Most Valuable Student Scholarship 11/27/2017 Kentucky Concrete Association 11/30/2017 University of Louisville Minorities Scholarship 12/15/2017 Kentucky Association of School Business Officals Scholarship 12/15/2017 Discover Student Loans Scholarship Award 12/31/2017 John F. Kennedy Courage Essay Contest 1/4/2018 General Noel R. Parrish Tuskegee Airmen Scholarship 3/1/2018 Kentucky Federation of Republican Women 4/2/2018 B. Davis Scholarship 5/22/2018 Aspiring Animation Professional Scholarship 6/1/2018 Aspiring Fashion Professional Scholarship 6/1/2018 Aspiring Business Professional Scholarship 6/1/2018

ACHS Sports:
Friday, October 27, 2017 football North Oldham Home Varsity 7:30 Monday, October 30, 2017 g. soccer State T, Elite 8 Wednesday, November 01, 2017 g. soccer State T. Final Four Saturday, November 04, 2017 g.soccer State Championship
Date Sport Opponent Away/Home Type Game Time Friday, November 10, 2017 GBB TBA @ Scott Away JV/V 6:00/7:30 Saturday, November 11, 2017 Wrestling Lafayette-Scrimmage Away Varsity Saturday, November 18, 2017 BBB/GBB CAT MADNESS Home F/JV/V Tuesday, November 21, 2017 Wrestling Tates Creek Scrimmage Away Varsity Saturday, November 25, 2017 Wrestling Dual TBA Away Varsity Monday, November 27, 2017 GBB Rockcastle Home JV/V 6:00/7:30 Wednesday, November 29, 2017 BBB Woodford Home Freshman 6:30 Thursday, November 30, 2017 GBB Mercy Home JV/V 6:00/7:30 Friday, December 01, 2017 BBB Woodford Home JV/V 6:00/7:30

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