Dear Counselor,
Whether your students are back in school, learning remotely, or participating in a hybrid model, we know they're working closely with you on their journey to college. The College Board Opportunity Scholarships program was created to help your students complete steps for college while earning the chance at scholarships. Encourage your seniors to sign up for the program at cb.org/opportunity for a guide to college and a path to scholarships.
The first step in helping your students earn scholarships is to take the College Board Opportunity Scholarships pledge. When you sign up for the pledge, you'll receive a free digital toolkit as well as monthly reminders and resources. | |
Most students need financial aid to help pay for college. By completing the FAFSA®, students might qualify for thousands of dollars in federal grants, work-study, low-cost loans, and state and college scholarships. There's no other way to gain access to this money.
Encourage your students to complete the FAFSA and earn a chance at a $1,000 scholarship.
| | • | Completing the FAFSA is an urgent and important step—not just for accessing financial aid, but for staying on track to enroll in college. Research shows that 90% of students who complete the FAFSA enroll immediately in college—versus only 55% of students who don't file. | | • | Between October and February, the College Board will award $800,000 to seniors who complete the FAFSA. | | • | Tell your students to visit getfafsahelp.org for instructions on how to sign up for Wyatt?, a free FAFSA assistance chatbot that answers their questions by text. When students sign up for Wyatt and text their financial aid questions, Wyatt sends answers via text, a familiar medium that doesn't require internet access. Wyatt is available 24/7. |
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Scholarship Tip: Complete the FAFSA for a Chance to Earn $1,000 for College |
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Thank you for your commitment to your students.
Sincerely,
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Greetings,
We cordially invite you and your students to attend Northern Kentucky University’s Virtual Latino College Fair on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm.
Students will have the opportunity to learn the benefits of pursuing a college education, participate in breakout sessions with various colleges, learn about different college opportunities and resources available to them on campus, and hear from our students. The event is FREE and open to ALL high school students.
Please RSVP to [email protected] or by filling out the form below:
You will receive the link for the event 24 hours prior to the event.
Si necesita ayuda en ESPAÑOL, comuníquese por correo electrónico a [email protected]
Sincerely,
Alexandra Navarro-Guzman
Diversity & Outreach Team
NKU's Office of Admissions_____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Heisman Scholarship Application is now open!
| HiCynthia,
We’re excited to announce that the 2021 Profile in Courage Essay Contest for high school students is now open! You can learn more here.
We encourage you to write a 1,000 word essay describing a leader who demonstrated political courage as described by President Kennedy in his book, Profiles in Courage. Winning essays tell the stories of courageous lawmakers who stood up for what was right rather than what was easy or politically convenient. Today, as students like you are learning virtually or are back in the classroom, it’s clear that times are different. Our country is depending on leaders to demonstrate political courage — which is why your essays about inspiring choices are so important.
This year, you can win one of 15 scholarship awards for college, including a $10,000 first-place prize. Find out more about the contest here. |
| | All essays must be submitted before January 15, 2021 — so don’t wait! We look forward to reading your essay and learning about a time when a leader’s political courage inspired you. If you are no longer a student, we hope you will share these details with someone that could benefit from this opportunity.
Best wishes,
Esther Kohn
Profile in Courage Essay Contest
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2020-2021 Test Dates (National)September 12, 2020
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September 19, 2020 | August 31 | No late fees | October 10, 2020
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October 25, 2020 (Sunday) | September 25 | No late fees | | December 12, 2020 | November 6 | November 7 - November 20 | | February 6, 2021 | January 8 | January 9 - January 15 | | April 17, 2021 | March 12 | March 13 - March 26 | | June 12, 2021 | May 7 | May 8 - May 21 | | July 17, 2021* | June 18 | June 19 - June 25 |
*No test centers are scheduled in New York for the July test date.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________ | | It's time for your graduating seniors to shine.Your students have been forced to make many sacrifices during the pandemic, but being recognized and rewarded for their remarkable accomplishments should not be one of the them.
This year, The Heisman Trophy Trust along with Acceptance Insurance are proud to award $64,000 in scholarships to the nation’s most accomplished and community-minded male and female senior scholar-athletes. With winners from every school, 88 State Winners, 10 National Finalists, and two National Winners, your graduating seniors have many ways to join the ranks of more than 600,000 past winners—including several of your school’s very own.
Refer your best-of-the-best.This year’s winners from your school will compete for 100 scholarships, ranging from $500 to $5,000, along with recognition at the state and national levels. And their chance starts with you. Give your seniors a shot at winning the Heisman High School Scholarship presented by Acceptance Insurance by referring a student today. You can also encourage your Heisman-worthy students to apply at heismanscholarship.com.
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2021 Project Graduation Committee is selling SENIOR SUPPORT YARD SIGNS as a fundraiser & to showcase this class all around the community! The first design is for the home of your senior and the other design is for Family, Friends or anyone that supports this wonderful class. Price per sign is $12 and must be pre-ordered and pre-paid. See, print & complete the order form attached. Return form and payment per the instructions on the form. Forms and payments are NOT accepted at the high school.
ORDER NOW. DEADLINE IS SEPTEMBER 22!
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Elks National Foundation (ENF) has kicked off the 2021 scholarship year. Here are the details! Most Valuable Student (MVS) Contest: The 2021 MVS application is now open. Applications can be found online at enf.elks.org/MVS. The application deadline is November 15th. The Elks National Foundation (ENF) awards 500 four-year scholarships based on academics, leadership, and financial need. National awards range from $1,000 per year to $12,500 per year. The national awards will be announced in April 2021.
In addition to the national awards, entry into the MVS contest makes students eligible for additional scholarship opportunities on the state and local level:
- The Kentucky Elks Association will be presenting an additional $20,0000 in scholarships to 16 students staewide who enter the contest and are not selected as national finalists.
- The Frankfort Elks Lodge will be presenting four $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors from Frankfort and Franklin County high schools. We will also be presenting the second annual Ronald Boyd Whitaker Memorial Scholarship (also worth $1,000) to a graduating senior from Anderson County High School.
MVS scholarships are for students pursuing a four-year degree on a full-time basis (minimum of 12 semester hours), at a U.S. college or university next school year. Some important applicant details include: « Current high school seniors (or equivalent) who are citizens of the United States are eligible to apply. « Applicants do not have to be related to a member of the Elks. « Male and female students compete separately. Applicants select from a list of the Lodges closest to their home address zip code. Please have your students choose Frankfort Lodge #530 as their sponsoring Lodge. Complete details can be found at enf.elks.org/MVS. Legacy Awards – The Legacy Awards program begins on September 1st. Legacy Awards provide $4,000 scholarships for children and grandchildren of dues-paying Elk members. The ENF offers a total of 350 national awards. The application deadline is February 5, 2021 at 11:59 a.m., Central Time. Please visit enf.elks.org/Leg for more details and the application link. For any questions, please contact me at the email above or by phone at 502-330-3426. Sincerely, John Snyder, PER MVS Scholarship Coordinator Frankfort Lodge #530
Hagan scholarship You are receiving this letter because you may have one or more students who meet the eligibility criteria for a Hagan Scholarship. The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, designed to provide each recipient with the opportunity to Graduate College Debt-Free. Recipients of a Hagan Scholarship will graduate from an Eligible Public High School located in a county having fewer than 50,000 residentsor from a remote rural public high school located in a larger county. There is NO Application Fee. To inform your students about the Hagan Scholarship please provide a link from your school’s website toHaganscholarships.org. Hagan Scholarship recipients are high achieving, self-motivated students who will require substantial financial assistance to attend college. The Hagan Scholarship provides up to $48,000 over four years; nine hundred twenty-seven Hagan Scholars from 43 states are currently enrolled at 358 colleges and universities. Over 2,000 Hagan Scholarships have been awarded to date, 500 more scholarships will be awarded in April 2021. The award of a Hagan Scholarship can be life changing for many recipients. For more information and to access the Hagan Scholarship Application please visit our website. The Application Deadline is 5:00 PM CST, November 15, 2020. A letter and Hagan Scholarship Brochure will be mailed to you later this month. Sincerely, Dan Hagan, Trustee ________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Dear Cynthia,
We know this back-to-school season is anything but typical. On top of navigating changes brought on by covid-19, you're also working with your students to finalize their college lists, complete the FAFSA®, and submit college applications.
The good news is that the College Board Opportunity Scholarships program was created to help your students with these steps while earning the chance at a scholarship for completing each action. The program is currently open to class of 2021 students in the United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories, regardless of citizenship status. U.S. citizens and residents attending Department of Defense Education Activity schools abroad may also participate. At least half of all scholarships are designated for students whose families earn less than $60,000 per year.
The first step in helping your students earn scholarships is to take the College Board Opportunity Scholarships pledge. When you sign up for the pledge, you'll receive a free digital toolkit as well as monthly reminders and resources. | |
The following scholarship steps are currently open, or will be opening soon, for your seniors:
| | • | Strengthen Your College List to help those students who haven't yet finalized their list of colleges. | | • | Complete the FAFSA to motivate students to take this important step and not leave money for college on the table. (Please note that students who aren't eligible to complete the FAFSA may still earn an entry for this scholarship.) Tell your students to visit getfafsahelp.org to sign up early for Wyatt?, a free FAFSA assistance chatbot that answers their questions by text. | | • | Apply to Colleges to encourage students to complete their college applications before February. |
| Whether you're conducting in-person, virtual, or hybrid learning this fall, your students can complete all actions for the College Board Opportunity Scholarships online at cb.org/opportunity. Use this program to support your college advising guidance and calendar. Don't forget to take the pledge today to receive a free digital toolkit and continue supporting your students on their path to college. Thank you for your commitment to your students.
Sincerely,
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Our Recruitment Team has designed special Virtual Visits for our schools to respect the instructional schedule that your students are currently following. Last year we were able to travel to and present to districts, and this year we are excited to virtually visit and share information about our program! We will be hosting a Virtual Visit for schools in your area twice a day during the upcoming weeks. These visits would be perfect for current sophomores who are looking to learn more about our program, speak to current staff, and have the opportunity to ask questions at the end. Our slideshow presentation lasts approximately 30 minutes, followed by the Q&A. We will be hosting 2 sessions: 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on October 6, specifically for your school, and schools in your area. Pre-registration is required for the event. If you are registering as a school during a class time, only the teacher/counselor needs to register. If you have students who are registering individually, each student will need to register. Register online at: https://www.moreheadstate.edu/craftvirtualvisit-rsvp Have a question you would like us to cover during the visit? Submit it here: https://www.moreheadstate.edu/Academics/Craft-Academy/Prospective-Students/Schedule-a-Virtual-Visit/Questions-for-Virtual-Visits Does the date above not work with your schedule? Virtual Visits can also be scheduled during a specific day and time for your students if none of the dates fit into your schedule. Please email us to schedule an individual day/time. Have questions? Reach out to our Craft Academy Recruitment Team and we will be glad to answer any questions! |
Information For Current High School Sophomores The application for the Class of 2023 opened on August 3rd, and will remain open through February 1st, 2021. Applicants for the Class of 2023 must: · Be a resident of the state of Kentucky · Be a current sophomore (by transcript) · Be on track to complete Algebra I, Algebra II and Geometry by the END of their sophomore year · Earn a minimum of 18 in English, 21 in Reading and 22 in Math on the ACT or 520 or higher SAT ERW score (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing) and a 540 or higher SAT Math score. · Accepting SAT scores is new to the application process for the Class of 2023. · You are not required to take both the ACT and SAT – eligible scores from either test are accepted. · Complete an online application, and submit a supplemental items packet no later than February 1st, 2021. Register for a Virtual Presentation or Join us on Facebook Live for a quick Q & A: A Virtual Visit Presentation would be perfect for applicants, family members, or school administrators who are looking to learn more about our program, speak to current staff and students, and have the opportunity to ask questions at the end. Our slideshow presentation lasts approximately 30 minutes, followed by the Q&A. Virtual Visits can also be scheduled during a specific time for a specific set of students. Pre-Registration for a Virtual Visit is required: https://www.moreheadstate.edu/Academics/Craft-Academy/Prospective-Students/Schedule-a-Virtual-Visit
· October 10th, 2020 - 11 a.m. · October 26th, 2020 – 6 p.m. Our Facebook Live sessions are a time to get to know our current students, staff roles and ask questions about the application process. All applicants, family members or school administrators are invited to tune in! Pre-Registration for our Facebook Live Event is not required, be sure you follow MSU Craft Academy on Facebook and tune in on the dates/times below: Facebook Live Dates:
· October 13th, 2020 – 11 a.m. – Meet our staff and hear how they can support you at Craft Academy. · November 2nd, 2020 – 4 p.m. – Meet our Craft Academy Ambassador Team, and ask questions to our current students. · November 16th, 2020 – 11 a.m. – Application submission and timeline, along with a Q&A. We at Craft Academy are aware of the changes in the ACT schedule for some testing locations. In order to ensure that our applicants are not hindered by this, we have added SAT scores as a testing option for our application process. You are not required to take both the ACT and the SAT – but you may now submit scores from either test. If you are having trouble getting registered for the ACT or SAT, please check the registration for Morehead State University, along with other testing sites that are giving the National Tests across the state. Eligible Test Scores: ACT: 18 in English, 21 in Reading, 22 in Math SAT: 520 or higher SAT ERW score (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing) and a 540 or higher SAT Math score. Have questions? Reach out to our Craft Academy Recruitment Team and we will be glad to answer any questions! Sunshine Stamper Sarah Woodall
Assistant Director Admissions, Enrollment Services Counselor Public Relations and Recruitment 606.783.2152 606.783.5102 [email protected]
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The September Counselor Connection is now available at https://issuu.com/thecentermagazines/docs/ky_-_counselor_connection_-_september_2020. Topics in this edition include: - Time for college-bound seniors to fill out the FAFSA
- What students need for the FAFSA
- Social media sessions
- Financial aid webinars
- Scholarship Spotlight
- FAFSA Completion Guide
The Kentucky Counselor Connection is a newsletter created to inform counselors about state education news, financial aid, financial literacy and other educational topics
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ATTEND NACAC VIRTUAL COLLEGE FAIRS THIS FALL Hey, Students! Thinking about college? Here's your chance to hear firsthand from those-in-the-know at hundreds of colleges and universities nearby, across the country, and around the world. How? Attend a NACAC Virtual College Fair! See the fall schedule below. Parents invited, too. Sign up at virtualcollegefairs.org and start exploring.
Fall Schedule Log in on these fair dates to meet with 600+ colleges and universities. They'll be online to talk with high school juniors and seniors. Find out when they're having Zoom sessions and drop in to atend! Click below to see which colleges will be there on each fair date Each virtual fair is a free, one-day event. Attend as often as you like. Parents invited, too. Simply sign up at virtualcollegefairs.org now and register for one or more fairs. On the event date, use your phone or computer to log in. Learn, connect, ask questions, and discover your best college fit! What to Expect <p style="box-sizing:border-box;line-height:2.3rem;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:1.6rem;color:rgb(55,64,73);font-family:"Istok Web",sans-se |
Have a great weekend!
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Cynthia Miracle Senior Counselor
Anderson County High School
One Bearcat Drive
Lawrenceburg, Ky. 40342 Phone: 502.839.5118 ext. 2519 Fax: 502-839-3486
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