North Platte High School Announcements
North Platte High School
Announcements
for
Thursday, August 16, 2018
HOPE YOU ARE ENJOYING YOUR SUMMER BREAK!
NPHS Class Schedule for 2018-19 School Year!
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
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Teachers Available to Students |
7:40am |
8:00am |
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Period 1 |
8:10am |
9:40am |
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Period 2 |
9:45am |
11:15am |
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Bulldog Time |
11:20am |
11:50am |
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Period 3 A Lunch 11:55am – 12:25pm Class 12:25pm – 1:55pm |
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Period 3 Class 11:55am – 12:25pm B Lunch 12:25pm – 12:55pm Class 12:55pm – 1:55pm |
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Period 3 Class 11:55am – 12:55pm C Lunch 12:55pm – 1:25pm Class 1:25pm – 1:55pm |
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Period 3 Class 11:55am – 1:25pm D Lunch 1:25pm – 1:55pm |
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Period 4 |
2:00pm |
3:30pm |
Wednesday
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Teacher Collaboration |
7:40am |
8:20am |
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Period 1 |
8:25am |
9:50am |
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Period 2 |
9:55am |
11:20am |
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Bulldog Time |
11:25am |
11:55am |
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Period 3 A Lunch 12:00pm –12:30pm Class 12:30pm – 2:00pm |
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Period 3 Class 12:00pm – 12:30pm B Lunch 12:30pm – 1:00pm Class 1:00pm – 2:00pm |
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Period 3 Class 12:00pm – 1:00pm C Lunch 1:00pm – 1:30pm Class 1:30pm – 2:00pm |
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Period 3 Class 12:00pm – 1:30pm D Lunch 1:30pm – 2:00pm |
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Period 4 |
2:05pm |
3:30pm |
There will be a New Student Orientation on Monday, Aug. 20th @ 2:00pm in the Career Center. The Career Center is located behind the Guidance Office on the second floor. Welcome to North Platte High School and we hope to see you on the 20th!!
North Platte High School Booster Club Membership Forms are now available for the 2018-19 school year. If you would like to be a part of the Booster Club, forms can be picked up in the Guidance Office or check them out on facebook at: www.facebook.com/North-Platte-High-School-Booster-Club.
​**COUNSELOR'S CORNER CALENDAR**
​SEPTEMBER
- *ACT Test is September 8, 2018
- *Make an appointment with your counselor to review credits, career goals, and college plans.
- *Finalize the list of colleges to which you want to apply (about three, usually no more than five). These should include at least one that you definitely know will accept you.
- *Go on-line for the latest college catalogs and admission applications. Most college applications are available on-line.
- *Attend Financial Aide Night on September 24, 2018.
- *Attend the Educational Planning Program (College Fair) on September 26, 2018.​
- *Study the catalogs for courses and majors offered and sources of financial aid.
- *Register for the ACT, SAT and/or Achievement tests and prepare for them.
- *Service Academy and/or ROTC applications must be started.
- *Begin searching for national scholarships.
- *Pick up local scholarship applications beginning October 1, 2018 in the Guidance Office. Ask teachers/employers for a letter of recommendation now for scholarships!!
- *Meet with your counselor individually.
- *Parents need to complete taxes and then complete the Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA) form and mail as soon as possible.
- *Attend the Apply 2 College Program on October 2nd and 3rd.
- *Sign up in the Guidance Office if you are interested in meeting with college/military representatives. A list of these colleges can be found in the announcements.
- *Study the student handbook on the SAT and AT test to become familiar with necessary preparations and kinds of questions that might be involved.
- *Make college campus visits.
- *Check current scholarship lists in the Guidance Office and in the newsletter.
- *ACT test is October 27, 2018.
- *Fill out college admission applications. If you have any questions, be sure to consult with your counselor. Submit your application now, along with all necessary forms and application fee. Tell your counselor where you have applied so an official transcript can be mailed.
- *Begin working on your FAFSA. Ask your Guidance Counselor for details on how to schedule an appointment with a representative from EducationQuest.
- *Order graduation announcements, diploma, cap and gown. (Dates to be announced)
- *Check the spelling of your name for your diploma. Be sure your middle name is correct. Names on diplomas will be exactly as they are on your birth certificate.
- *Check your college catalog or handbook instructions to make sure you have done everything necessary for admission and financial aid.
- *Continue checking for scholarships and other forms of financial assistance.
- *ACT Test is December 8, 2018. (Final chance to test for some scholarship eligibility)
- *Local Scholarship applications are due December 20, 2018.
JANUARY
- *Check with Mrs. Schumacher to see that your transcripts have been sent to colleges.
- *Parents need to complete taxes and then complete the Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA) form and mail as soon as possible.
- *Become familiar with the educationquest.org financial aid checklist.
FEBRUARY
- *ACT test is February 9, 2019. (Given at MPCC)
- *Apply for Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation Scholarships. These scholarships will be due at the end of February.
MARCH
- *Be alert for housing deposit deadlines and pre-registration for fall classes.
- *Pick up graduation announcements. (Dates to be announced)
APRIL-MAY
- *Most colleges will have notified you of their decision on admission and financial aid by this time.
- *Keep your counselor informed as you receive your financial aid package.
- *Keep track of acceptances, rejections, and awards of financial aid
- *Reply promptly to colleges asking you to notify them of your decision.
- *ACT test is April 13, 2019.
- *Notify the Guidance Secretary of any scholarships you receive by April 26, 2019 so this information may be printed in the graduation program and is available for Senior Awards Night on Friday, May 3, 2019 @ 7:30pm.
- *Senior check out. (Date to be announced)
- *Graduation practice is tentatively scheduled for May 9, 2019 at 9:00am in the Performing Arts Center. Cap, gown and tassel will be distributed at the end of practice. You must attend practice if you intend to walk through graduation.
- *Commencement is May 12, 2019 at 2:00p.m. Merle Bauer Field Memorial Stadium.
June
- *Request the Guidance Office to send your final transcript to the college you will attend.
MEET DEADLINES OR YOU MAY LOSE THE ACCEPTANCE YOU HAVE GAINED!
RECORDS TO KEEP:
* Cancelled checks or money order receipts
* Admission Tickets to tests and correction forms
* All test score reports
* Transcript of grades
* Copies of all correspondence sent to, or received from, colleges
***Scholarships***
Dawson Public Power STEM Scholarship March 15
Must pursue a degree in a STEM-related field at any
accredited college, university, trade school or
community college.
Must submit a list of employment/activities, project sample
and an essay
Must be graduating high school senior or a currently
enrolled college student
Applicants and/or their parent/guardian(s) must reside
within Dawson PPD territory boundaries or qualifying town
Apply online at DawsonPower.com/Connect/STEM-Scholarship
Dawson Public Power UTILITY LINE Scholarship March 15
Must pursue a degree in utility line at any
accredited college, university, trade school or
community college.
Must submit a list of employment/activities and personal essay
Applicants and/or their parent/guardian(s) must reside
within Dawson PPD territory boundaries or qualifying town
Apply online at DawsonPower.com/Connect/Utility-Line-Scholarship
Travers Scholarship for Metalworking December 31
Must be enrolled at an accredited high school, college,
or university in the U.S.
Must be enrolled at the graduate level, undergraduate level or
your final year of high school
Must be age 17 or older
Must have completed metalworking classes in the last calendar year
Must submit application via email at scholarship@travers.com
***Special Programs***
UNL – College of Architecture – Open House – Friday, October 5, 2019. Juniors and seniors will have the opportunity to learn about the academic programs, have lunch with faculty and student, tour the college facilities, and participate in a design activity. $10.00 per person. To register for the open house, visit admissions.unl.edu/CoA-Open-House.
UNL Diversity Leadership Symposium – UNL is committed to increasing college attainment among youth across the state. In support of this mission, NEBRASKA is again hosting its annual series of events designed to enhance college access and leadership development. UNL recognizes that great leaders are made, shaped and developed over time. At the 2018-2019 Diversity Leadership Symposia, students will discover the many ways Nebraska can provide all the tools they’ll need to establish a strong foundation for success. The change they’ll create and the difference they’ll make all starts with a well-rounded education. This year students are invited to join them to explore what empower yourself means to them. The fall sessions are for high school seniors. Nebraska Fall Latino Leadership Symposium will take place Tuesday, Oct. 30th, 2018. The Nebraska Fall Black Leadership Symposium will take place Thursday, Nov. 8th, 2018. The Nebraska Native Leadership Symposium will be held Wednesday, Nov. 14th, 2018 and Nebraska Asian Leadership Symposium on Monday, Nov. 26th, 2018. (Some spring sessions are available for junior, sophomores and freshmen at a later date.) By attending this event, students will be eligible for the Emerging Leaders tuition scholarship worth $2,000 and renewable for four academic years. More information is available at www.unl.edu.
North Platte Police Explorers Post 480 - Police exploring is for young men and women ages 14 to 21 who are interested in a career in law enforcement or corrections. Even just curious to know what Policing is all about. Exploring is a division of Boy Scouts of America and is a nationally recognized organization. Members involved in the Explorers Post will get a first-hand look into the world of Policing and work hand in hand with current active duty Law Enforcement Officers. Members can also see how Corrections Officers work in Jails and Prisons. Activities may include assisting with security of on duty patrol officers at NebraksaLand Day events, hands on classroom instruction, a yearly ride along with officers, field trips, assisting NPPD officers with yearly trainings, firing range and handcuffing and defensive tactics. Students wishing to join the Post must complete an application and have parent permission if under 18 years of age. Applicants cannot be convicted of any felonies or any type of serious misdemeanor and must have good grades in school. Contact Officer Jeremiah Johnson or call 535-6789 for more information.
Great Plains Regional Medical Center Job Shadowing Program – This program is open to students interested in nursing, radiology, dietary, laboratory, physical therapy, respiratory therapy or anesthesiology. Applications are available in the Guidance Office.