North Platte High School Announcements
North Platte High School
Announcements
for
Monday, March 30, 2020 -
Friday, April 3, 2020
A representative from the following college(s) will be visiting. If you are a junior or senior and interested please see Mrs. Schumacher in the Guidance Office to sign up: None at this time
​**COUNSELOR'S CORNER CALENDAR**
​SEPTEMBER
- *ACT Test is September 14, 2019
- *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 23, 2019.
- *Attend the Educational Planning Program (College Fair) on September 25, 2019.​
- *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, 2019 in the Counselor's 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.
- *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 26, 2019.
- *Order graduation announcements, diploma, cap and gown. (Thursday, Oct. 24th from 10:00am - 2:00pm in the Commons)
- *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.
- *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.
- *SAT Test is November 2, 2019.
- *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 14, 2019. (Final chance to test for some scholarship eligibility)
- *Local Scholarship applications are due before the holiday break on December 18, 2019.
- *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 8, 2020. (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 4, 2020.
- *Notify Mrs. Schumacher of any scholarships you receive by April 24, 2020 so this information may be printed in the graduation program and is available for Senior Awards Night on Monday, May 4, 2020 @ 7:30pm.
- *Senior check out. (Date to be announced)
- *Graduation practice is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, May 14, 2020 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 Sunday, May 17, 2020 at 2:00p.m. Merle Bauer Field Memorial Stadium.
June
- *Request the Counselor's 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:
* Canceled 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
*Log-in and Password Information
***Scholarships***
Lincoln Builders Bureau Scholarship April 1
Must be employee of a Lincoln Builders Bureau Member
company or dependent of employee
Must be enrolled, or planning to enroll as an undergraduate in
the upcoming year of an accredited college, university,
or trade school with a focus on construction science
Western Nebraska Bank Scholarship April 3
Application in Counselor’s Office
Southwest Nebraska Community Theater Association April 30
Must be a high school graduate or enrolled in McCook Community
College
Must be interested in studying theater
Visionary Scholarship May 1
Must be currently enrolled as a high school freshman, sophomore,
junior or senior
Must be a United States citizen or eligible non-citizen
Financial is NOT considered; all income levels are encouraged to apply
Non-renewable, one-time award and is to be used exclusively to offset
costs and fees related directly to student’s first year of higher
post–secondary education
Must be used at an accredited institution of the student’s choosing
within the U.S.
PB&J Scholarship May 31
Open to all college-bound seniors at North Platte High School
Must attend an accredited 2-year or 4-year college in
the fall of 2020
Caring.com Scholarship Varies
All applications can be found at:
http://www.caring.com/caregivers/scholarships-for-student-caregivers
StudentScholarships.org Varies
All applications can be found at:
http://www.studentscholarships.org/newsletter.php
Caring.com Scholarship Varies
All applications can be found at:
http://www.caring.com/caregivers/scholarships-for-student-caregivers
StudentScholarships.org Varies
All applications can be found at:
http://www.studentscholarships.org/newsletter.php
***Special Programs***
Nebraska Harvest Center – This program is for high school graduates interested in diesel mechanics and ag equipment repair. This program offers tuition reimbursement, tool reimbursement and part-time employment while attending school. A full-time offer of employment after the student completes and receives their college degree with a minimum 2-year commitment. E-mail hr@nebhar.com for more information.
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 NebraskaLand 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 Health 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 Counselor's Office.
UNL Extention – Sleepless in Nebraska – This free program teaches youth about the importance of quality sleep and how lack of it affects our bodies and minds. They learn surprising facts that will have an impact on prioritizing sleep for better overall study retention, safety, and health. The session is taught in a fun, innovative way that has kids talking long after! Sleepless in Nebraska can also be offered as an adult program for staff or parents. Everyone will lean something – guaranteed. For more information, see the Guidance Office.
UNL Extention – Tractor Safety Training – All youth aged 14 and 15 and working on a farm or ranch other than their own MUST be certified through a Hazardous Occupations Course. Successful completion of the course will allow trained youth to operate a tractor over 20 horsepower, or to connect or disconnect and implement or any of its parts to or from a tractor. Cost for the training is $60. For more information and training site locations see the Guidance Office.