GREAT OPPORTUNITIES:
Gary Polk owns several Great Clips in the county. He is looking for cosmetology students or those who are interested in cosmetology. Please see his attached flyer focused on the College of Lake County Tech Campus, but also applicable to McHenry County.
Monica Marr is the program administrator for the Illinois Nutrition Education Program through the University of Illinois Extension. Attached is her flyer looking for a full-time Community Outreach Worker. This position is for individuals 18 or older and offers excellent benefits.
Reminder: High School Course Selection Sheets are due tomorrow. You may turn them in at the HS Office. See Mrs. VanderPal if you have any questions.
Seniors: Just a reminder that the deadline for WFAA Applications is Tuesday, February 29th, 2024 at midnight!
Each Scholarship Recipient will receive $2000 for our 2024 cycle!
WFAA encourages graduating seniors in McHenry County who are active in the arts and plan to continue their education to apply for a 2024 Woodstock Fine Arts Association Scholarship.
Attached is the Application Requirements Checklist and link to the online application form are available at https://woodstockfinearts.org/scholarships/
DEADLINE: Tuesday, February 29, 2024 at midnight
RECIPIENTS NOTIFIED: on or before Monday, March 14, 2024
TALENT SHOWCASE AT THE OPERA HOUSE: Thursday, April 19, 2024 at 6:30 pm.
Link to the google form application is:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1e13BX6ge3y8Y6eivKtAtZl4OYv0aNxKbyQvfvNarKwc/edit
Any questions, please contact Melanie Feerst directly at 847.894.3589 / melaniefeerst@gmail.com or email scholarship@woodstockfinearts.org.
Seniors: DAR American Spirit Scholarship 2024
The Fox River Valley Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution is proud to offer its seventh annual American Spirit Scholarship for 2024. The American Spirit Scholarship is a $1,000 award based on volunteerism. We would like to reward a student within the Kane or McHenry County area who plans to continue their education at an institution of higher learning. This may be a 2 or 4-year college, university, or vocational/trade school. There are no GPA or financial need requirements.
The American Spirit Scholarship is open to high school seniors and current college students who have selflessly dedicated their time to helping others. Each student must include type(s) of volunteer work and hours completed on provided log sheets, along with the required documents found on the bottom of the attached application. All documents must be sent to FRVDAR@gmail.com. Applications are due by midnight, March 31, 2024, for consideration.
If you would kindly make your students aware of this scholarship opportunity, the Fox River Valley Chapter of the NSDAR would greatly appreciate it. Please contact me at 847-942-2237 with any questions you or your students may have.
Sincerely,
Paula Anderson
Scholarship Chair
Fox River Valley Chapter DAR – District 2
*** Tuesday 2/20 MS Girls Basketball home vs. Emmons 4:30. Make note of this change it will be 8th grade only tonight and next Tuesday at Emmons***
Attention parents! It's that time of year for 24-25 school year preschool screenings for all students new to the district. We're excited to announce that sign-ups for our preschool screening are officially open for April 17th, 2024.
Slots are limited, so secure your child's spot today. Let's make this a great start to an incredible learning adventure!
*** Monday 2/19 HS Boys Basketball IHSA Regional game at Pecatonica 6:00. Doors open at 5:15 and it is $5.00 admission for everyone. 1300 Main St. Pecatonica, IL. 61063. Good Luck Guys!! ***
ENGINEERING PATHWAYS PROGRAM WITH UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS CHAMPAIGN – URBANA
A Guaranteed Admission Agreement between McHenry County College and University of Illinois.
Did you know that through an agreement with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign students at McHenry County College can receive guaranteed admission into the Grainger College of Engineering? That’s right! Through the Engineering Pathways program students who successfully complete two year program of study at MCC will be admitted to Grainger Engineering, one of the top engineering schools in the country.
Students will have access to advisors and program staff at both MCC and UIUC. Scholarships are also available.
To learn more about this amazing opportunity you can sign up for one of the Upcoming Virtual Information Sessions for prospective students (click on a date to register for a session):
Monday February 26, 2024 @ 6-7 pm
Tuesday March 5, 2024 @ 6-7 pm
Monday March 25, 2024 @ 6-7 pm
More information can be found at https://grainger.illinois.edu/admissions/undergraduate/pathways or by contacting Julie Sherwood, Coordinator for Articulation and Tranfser at McHenry County College, at jsherwood5066@mchenry.edu.
*** High School Boys Basketball Regional Game will be on Monday at Pecatonica vs. Pecatonica at 6:00. ***
*** Friday 2/16 High School Senior NIght for Boys Basketball and Cheerleading starting at 5:30 vs. Christian Liberty. Senior presentation will take place between games at approximately 6:45. Please come out and support the Giants for their last home game. Saturday 2/17 The Tyler Henken Memorial Tournament starts at 9:00 come out and support our middle school wrestlers as they compete against numerous schools in this big time tournament in Tyler's honor. ***
AHHS Students: Scholarships for students studying natural history, biology, wildlife management, environmental education, and other environmental studies are being offered by Friends of Volo Bog & Friends of Moraine Hills State Park. Visit their websites for details.
SAVE THE DATE:
AHHS Students: As you navigate your academic journey and plan for the future, we want to share an exciting opportunity with you: virtual college fairs! In today's digital age, attending a college fair no longer requires traveling long distances or taking time off from your busy schedule. Instead, you can explore a world of possibilities right from the comfort of your own home.
Registration is open for the Spring NACAC Virtual College Fairs. You and your students are invited to attend the first NACAC Virtual College Fair of the season on Sunday, Feb. 18 from 1:00pm - 6:00pm ET. The virtual fair is a great opportunity to connect with hundreds of colleges and universities - all from the comfort of your own home.
The fairs feature College MatchMaking®. At the time of registration, students will select the attributes that are most important to them in a college. They will receive an email that best matches them to specific colleges and universities based on the criteria they provided. The virtual fairs are on Sunday, March 24 and Sunday, April 21 from 1:00pm - 6:00pm ET.
These virtual fairs are complimentary to attend.
Link to Register: https://www.nacacattend.org/?utm_source=virtual_fair_reminder_mailchimp&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=fairs_2024
Tomorrow is AHHS Digital SAT/PSAT Practice Test Day
On February 15th, we will be holding the AHHS Digital SAT/PSAT Practice Test Day. This is an important event as it marks the first time the SAT/PSAT tests will be administered digitally, eliminating the need for paper and pencil. This year, the digital SAT/PSAT tests have undergone significant changes, and it is crucial for our students to be prepared.
Therefore, all 9th-11th grade students will be taking a full-length digital SAT or PSAT test on February 15th. This practice test will serve multiple purposes: familiarizing students with the test's length and format, acquainting them with the types of questions they can expect, allowing them to practice using the online tools, and hopefully reducing any test anxiety they may have before the Official School Day SAT/PSAT on April 10th.
During the practice test, students will utilize College Board's secure testing platform, known as Bluebook. Once the practice tests are scored, students will have access to free individualized practice through Khan Academy. Students: please make sure that your Chromebooks are charged (bring your chargers) and remember that you may not have your phone/smartwatch during the test so please leave securely locked in your locker.
Please be aware that on February 15th, there will be an early dismissal at 1:00. High school seniors will attend LCTC and will leave after to have the opportunity to explore various post-secondary plans, such as job shadowing, internships, college or trade school visits, and more. As for high school juniors at LCTC, they will be granted a calendar conflict day to take the practice test.
Future 9th-12th Grade Course Selection Open Door for Parents/Guardians/Students:
Kindly visit Mrs. VanderPal, the MS/HS advisor, on Wednesday, February 14th, and Thursday, February 15th, between 6:30-7:30 PM in the HS Auditorium. Mrs. VanderPal will be available to support you with any questions, go over the course selection sheet, and offer guidance on course selection, required classes, advanced courses, and elective options that align with the student's future post-secondary goals.
For further inquiries, please reach out to Mrs. VanderPal at davanderpal@ah19.org.
D19 News: Look for Helping Hands recycling bins at the elementary school!
On February 15th, we will be holding the AHHS Digital SAT/PSAT Practice Test Day. This is an important event as it marks the first time the SAT/PSAT tests will be administered digitally, eliminating the need for paper and pencil.
This year, the digital SAT/PSAT tests have undergone significant changes, and it is crucial for our students to be prepared. Therefore, all 9th-11th grade students will be taking a full-length digital SAT or PSAT test on February 15th. This practice test will serve multiple purposes: familiarizing students with the test's length and format, acquainting them with the types of questions they can expect, allowing them to practice using the online tools, and hopefully reducing any test anxiety they may have before the Official School Day SAT/PSAT on April 10th.
During the practice test, students will utilize College Board's secure testing platform, known as Bluebook. Once the practice tests are scored, students will have access to free individualized practice through Khan Academy.
Please be aware that on February 15th, there will be an early dismissal at 1:00. High school seniors will attend LCTC and will leave after to have the opportunity to explore various post-secondary plans, such as job shadowing, internships, college or trade school visits, and more. As for high school juniors at LCTC, they will be granted a calendar conflict day to take the practice test.
*** Friday 2/9 HS Wrestling at the Byron Sectional Session 1 begins at 4:30. Saturday 2/10 HS Wrestling at Byron Sectional Session II begins at 10:00. HS Boys Basketball at Westminster Christian 11:30, HS Girls Basketball home vs. Hiawatha first round IHSA Regionals 6:00. MS Wrestling at Gavin South 9:00. ***
Future 9th-12th Grade Course Selection Open Door for Parents/Guardians/Students:
Kindly visit Mrs. VanderPal, the MS/HS advisor, on Wednesday, February 14th, and Thursday, February 15th, between 6:30-7:30 PM in Room 108.
Mrs. VanderPal will be available to support you with any questions, go over the course selection sheet, and offer guidance on course selection, required classes, advanced courses, and elective options that align with the student's future post-secondary goals.
For further inquiries, please reach out to Mrs. VanderPal at davanderpal@ah19.org.
2024 AHHS Seniors: The TOI 2024 Scholarship Application is open!
It's that time again, the TOI Scholarship Application is open! Scholarship Winners will receive $2,000 which will be applied directly to their tuition. Each year since 1989, the Scholarship Fund has awarded scholarships to graduating high school seniors to continue their education at Illinois colleges/universities. A total of $375,500 has been awarded to 222 students!
Please share this email and the application (linked below) to the high schools in your area, and with any graduating high school seniors you know.
New this year: TOI is accepting both physical applications mailed to the TOI Office as well as applications submitted online at the 2024 Scholarship Application Page.
LINK: https://www.toi.org/2024-scholarship-application
To be eligible, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
Must be a graduating Illinois high school senior.
Must be applying to attend a university/college located in Illinois. Awards may not be deferred. If you need to change schools after being awarded a scholarship, please contact the TOI office as soon as possible.
Must be a U.S. citizen and resident of Illinois.
Must plan to attend a university/college in Illinois as a full time student.
Must have a history of extracurricular activities that demonstrates a willingness to accept leadership responsibilities (student government, club officer, etc.) or a commitment to civic responsibility, social consciousness and a willingness to serve the community (community service projects, volunteer activities with local service agencies or charitable institutions, etc.)
Must submit a 500-word essay on The Role of Township Government in Today’s Society and in the Future that will include information gained from an interview with an elected township official.
Must submit two letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors, local officials or business people.
Must submit an official high school transcript.
Must submit a cover letter and completed application form.
Must be mailed no later than March 1, 2024. Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
