North Platte High School Course Description Book 2023-2024
North Platte High School
1220 West 2nd Street
North Platte, NE 69101
308-535-7105
Administration/Front Office
308-535-7105 (Phone)
308-535-7111 (Fax)
High School Administration
Principal: Mr. Cory Spotanski
Associate Principal: Mrs. Jami Allen
Associate Principal: Mr. John Byrn
Athletic/Activities Director: Mr. Brett Joneson
Counselors’ Office
308-535-7105 #4 (Phone)
308-696-3432 (Fax)
Ms. Sky Seery - A-G
Mrs. Amie Albrecht - H-Pa
Mrs. Brianna Quiroz - Pb-Z
Mrs. Teresa Schumacher Counselor Administrative Assistant
NPHS Student Council is inviting all staff to participate in the 9th Annual “Light Up the Night” 5k Run/Walk to benefit Make-A-Wish of Nebraska. This is the first race of the 5K season through the Platte River Fitness Series. There is also a Kids Mile that elementary age students may sign up for and participate in; the Kids Mile starts at 7:15 pm. All entries will receive a shirt, a glow in the dark neck band, glow in the dark wristbands, granola bars, and a water bottle.
The 5K Run/Walk will take place at Cody Park on Saturday, March 30th, beginning shortly after the Kids Mile (so around 7:30), with registration beginning at 6:00 pm. I have attached the flyer and registration form, however, you also have the option to sign up online at https://www.platteriverfitness.com/lightup
Thank you,
NPHS Student Council
Scholarship season is here! Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation has many scholarships designed for graduating high school seniors, current college students, returning college students, post-graduates, and teachers who reside in, or have gone to high school in our 12 county region (Arthur, Custer, Dawson, Frontier, Hayes, Hooker, Keith, Lincoln, Logan, McPherson, Perkins, & Thomas), or go to college in Nebraska.
ONE Application for many Scholarship is open 1/1/24 - 2/29/24. It will quickly screen your basic data against the eligibility requirements for 106 local scholarships and show which ones you are eligible to apply for.
NOTE: nearly 50% of our scholarships have a need based criteria. In order to apply for these, you will need to have completed your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The new FAFSA opened for applications this past weekend.
Scholarship Portal
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Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation
http://www.midnebraskafoundation.org/
ONE Application Trades Flyer
In an effort to reach out to students going into trades careers, this 2024 ONE App Trades flyer is highlighting a few scholarships that Lincoln County students may qualify for.
Leadership Camp is a comprehensive, three-week experience designed to teach and train current high schoolers to be future leaders.
The cost of the education week is $500, and Leaders in Training are reimbursed $250 for each practicum week completed - resulting in a full refund when they complete the program and scholarships are also available.
D.J.'s Hero Awards
Attention Nebraska high school seniors!!
Want a $12,000 college scholarship? The Salvation Army is not accepting applications for the 2024 D.J.'s Hero Awards Scholarship!! Apply NOW!
The Salvation Army's D.J.'s Hero Awards Scholarships are named in memory of D.J. Sokol, who lost his battle with cancer in 1999 at age 18. His legacy lives on in the Nebraska high school senior scholarship recipients who demonstrate his resilience and generosity. Each spring, a new group of seniors in honored with D.J.'s Hero Awards Scholarships during a special luncheon event held in Omaha. March 13th is the deadline for submission of all nomination materials. To apply or get more information go to DJSHERO.ORG
FORT HAYS STATE COLLEGE HISPANIC COLLEGE INSTITUTE (HCI)
Click above to see a list of upcoming college visits
Click above to see a list of career opportunities
Guide to College for Juniors and Seniors (Click Here)
Reminder: Dual Credit representatives will be in the Counselor's Office Conference Room every Monday for the rest of the year from 8:00am - Noon. Be sure to see them if you have any questions about your Dual Credit classes. In addition to dual credit help, MPCC representatives can help you with general college advising such as seeing if your dual credit college credits transfer to in-state and out of state colleges, seeing if a college offers a program you are interested in, and more.
Important information from MPCC! If you have completed 12+ dual credit hours and have a 3.5 GPA, you qualify for a 100% tuition scholarship! The dual credit scholarship application is now open and must be completed by March 1st. https://mpcc.awardspring.com/
Students who would be interested in attending by themselves or with supporters, please fill out the Individual Registration Form.
University of Nebraska at Lincoln
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln invites you and your students to join us for one of our on-campus Spring Leadership Symposia, designed to help your students prepare for college life! During each symposium, students will develop their leadership skills, gain insight from community leaders and get inspired by a keynote speaker. We encourage juniors, sophomores and freshmen to attend to learn the skills needed to be successful in high school.
Wednesday, April 3
Wednesday, April 17
9 a.m.—2 p.m.
Nebraska Student Union
High School Juniors, Sophomores, Freshmen
If you have any questions about these events, please contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@unl.edu or 402-472-2023.
Go Big Red!
Nebraska is test-optional for admission and test-preferred for full scholarship consideration. We encourage students to take the ACT/SAT and submit their test score to maximize their scholarship consideration.
There is still time to register for one of our Nebraska Counselor Connection events this August! Choose from our upcoming in-person events in Lincoln and Omaha or attend our virtual session to stay updated on important news and updates regarding admission dates and deadlines at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. During our in-person events, lunch is provided and you'll have the chance to win one of three pairs of Husker Football tickets!
The best way for students to get a preview of Husker life is to visit Nebraska. Students will tour campus with a current Nebraska student as their guide, explore their academic future and learn more about student involvement opportunities and important admission, scholarship and financial aid information.
Husker Hub's Student Services Specialists --
At Husker Hub, students can get assistance with the FAFSA, scholarships, grants, student/parent loans, enrollment verification, student bills and work-study as they plan their path toward graduation.
After students have applied to Nebraska, they can use their NUID to meet 1-to-1 with a full-time Student Services Specialist remotely Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. CST through the Virtual Queue. No appointment necessary.
The Nebraska Promise covers full tuition—not including housing and food—for four years for students with family incomes of $65,000 or less (AGI) or those who are Pell Grant-eligible. Students will automatically be considered once they submit their complete application and the FAFSA Form.
Center for Academic Success and Transition (CAST): Academic coaching, peer mentors and workshops to help students on their transition from high school to college.
Big Red Resilience & Well-Being: Innovative education and well-being coaches to help students manage stress and navigate transitions.
First Husker Program: Provides an opportunity for first-generation students to arrive on campus early, connect with faculty, staff and resources and get a jump-start on their semester.
Office of Academic Success & Intercultural Services (OASIS): Aims to enhance the success of all students by providing a home away from home and promoting academic excellence, diversity awareness and social engagement.
Diversity and Inclusion Gathering Space (DIGS): Located in Hawks Hall, DIGS is a hub for conversation, inclusive programs and gatherings in the Nebraska Business community.
As students start making decisions about college, we wanted to let you know about two exceptional scholarships at Iowa State University available to your students: the First Cyclones Scholarship and the George Washington Carver Scholastic Leadership Scholarship.
In response to the pending release date of the FAFSA, we have adjusted our full-tuition scholarship applications deadline and shifted the FAFSA requirement.
Graduating high school seniors now have until February 1, 2024 to complete the applications for the below scholarships in Iowa State University’s OneApp portal!
Further, students do not need to have a FAFSA on file at the time of their scholarship application submission. The review committee will begin reviewing scholarship applications as they are received then circle back to include FAFSA review after the FAFSA priority deadline (also February 1, 2024).
Full tuition scholarships available!
Please encourage your students to submit their application today in OneApp!
The First Cyclones Scholarship Program aims to support first-generation and income restricted students. This scholarship not only offers financial assistance but also provides mentorship and networking opportunities to help students flourish in their academic and personal pursuits. The scholarship gives up to one hundred students full tuition. Learn more about this award including eligibility requirements.
The George Washington Carver Scholastic Leadership Scholarship Program recognizes first year students who inhabit the spirit and legacy of George Washington Carver. This program aims to recognize, support, and further cultivate outstanding individuals who demonstrate resilience, academic excellence, and a commitment to making a positive impact on their communities. Learn more about this award.
Balanced Man Scholarship
WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY
2024 SPRING EVENTS
Shocker Saturday - February 10th, March 9th, March 16th and April 20th
Spanish Shocker Saturday - February 24th and April 13th
Black and Yellow Day - February 19th and April 19th
Avid Day - April 24th
Freshman & Sophomore Day - April 27th
Campus Visits - Every weekday with virtual visits available wichita.edu/visit
Common App Step-by-Step Guide that walks students step-by-step through each question of the Common Application, including why it’s asked and how to best answer. Here is the link https://www.standoutcollegeprep.com/common-app-guide/
FAFSA Step-by-Step Guide that walks students and families through each question of the FAFSA, including screenshots and explanations and a FAQ page for students with special circumstances. Here is the link https://www.standoutcollegeprep.com/fafsa-questions/
Nebraska Scholarship Directory, a list of 100+ vetted scholarships for students across the region, broken down by month. Here is the link https://www.standoutcollegeprep.com/Nebraska-scholarships/
Scholarship Application
My name is Lori Ethier and I am the Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing at Midland University. I understand this is a very busy time for you and your students as they prepare to make decisions on where the next step of their educational journey will lead. We are also busy welcoming future students to campus and learning about their skills, talents, and passions. Fall is FUN and BUSY on campus!
We hear students and their supporters share that one of the biggest decision factors that goes into their college choice is scholarships! At Midland, we offer a path to scholarship for everyone with 100% of our students earning a scholarship to attend. Last year, Midland University students received financial aid packages that covered an average of over 70% of tuition, fees, housing, and food.
We like to keep it simple and offer four pathways for students to earn a scholarship at Midland University:
Athletics - Midland offers the largest athletic program in the state with 33 varsity sports. Our student-athletes train with invested coaches and mentors who are driven to help them succeed on the field and in the classroom.
Arts - Our Arts Department allows students to display their talents in a variety of programs; everything from on-stage performances to making sure things go smoothly behind the scenes. There are seven scholarshipped programs in the Arts Department.
Honors - Students who carry a GPA of 3.5 or above and/or a 27 ACT are eligible to be part of the Howard Hanson Honors Program at Midland. The Honors Program aspires to create an intellectual home for students who desire enhanced academic challenges.
Presidential - This scholarship program is for students of many interests and skillsets. ALL accepted students who are not planning to pursue another pathway are eligible for this scholarship.
On top of these scholarships, students are also eligible for a $2,000 Campus Visit Grant if they participate in an official campus visit (in-person or virtual). What a great bonus!
In addition to scholarshipping questions, a lot of our families are asking about the new FAFSA updates. While we all wait for the official launch date to be announced, I'd like to welcome you to explore our FAFSA updates page. This page outlines some of the changes we will see on the FAFSA and provides a timeline for important next steps.
Linked here is a copy of our 2023-24 View Book that outlines next steps and resources.
Sincerely,
Lori Ethier
Vice President for Enrollment & Marketing
WESTERN NEBRASKA ADMINISTRATORS’ (WNA)
EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP
The Nebraska Public Leadership Foundation (NPLF) is awarding two, $1,000 scholarships to two high school seniors who are pursuing higher education to become a teacher in a Nebraska public school system. Students with plans to attend college or university in Nebraska, have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and those students whose school district is a member of the Nebraska Association of School Boards qualify to apply for the scholarship. The application can be found on the NPLF website at www.nepublicleadership.org.
Midwest Liberty Federal Credit Union is offering the eighteenth annual scholarship. It is entitled the Youth Education Advancement Scholarship. Two $2,500 scholarships will be awarded. To be eligible, the student must be a member of Midwest Liberty Federal Credit Union, between the ages of 16 - 21 and pursuing a secondary education for the 2024/2025 school term. Membership eligibility information is available on their website. Students can apply by submitting a 500-word typewritten essay on "If you could start a business, what would it be, why, and where would it be located?" Names may only be on the cover page and may not be included anywhere in their essay. If their name is anywhere in or on their essay, they will be disqualified from the competition. The scholarship funds may be used at any school of their choice. Deadline is March 29th, 2024. Call 308-345-7040 for more information.
Scott Scholars Requirements
RLOP Chadron State College
Rural Health Opportunities Program(RHOP) Wayne State College
KHOP Health Sciences UNK
Rural Law Opportunities Program (RLOP) Wayne State Collge
KLOP Admissions UNK
RHOP Chadron State College
Visionary Scholarship Program
We are very pleased to announce our next bi-annual deadline for our Visionary Scholarship Program, which is available to all high school students.
Spring Application Deadline: June 1, 2024
Please click here to download the 2024-2025 Award Year Spring Deadline Visionary Scholarship flyer.
Our Visionary Scholarship is a bi-annual award. There are five (5) awards given with each bi-annual deadline - with a total of ten (10) college scholarships awarded for each school year. Awards range from $1,000 to $2,500 each. Click here for more award details on award availability for your students.
Eligible grades: 2024, 2025, 2026, & 2027
ACF Visionary Scholarship complete details.
The application is free and the student does NOT need to demonstrate financial need in order to qualify.
Kind regards,
The Scholarship Selection Committee
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Class of 2024 NPHS Bulldogs Google Classroom
Graduation Date: Saturday, May 11, 2024
Graduation Time: 2:00pm
Graduation Place: North Platte High
School - Merle Bauer Memorial Field
Class Colors: Blue and Gold
Class Flower: Baby's Breath
Class Motto: Life isn't about finding
yourself. Life is about creating yourself. -
George Bernard Shaw
Click above for more information and to apply!!
Testing Information
Counselor-Related Forms
15 Myths About the ACT and SAT:
With so much information (and so many opinions), it can be hard to know what’s true about the ACT and SAT. Share the truth about these common testing myths so your students can be ready to do their best on their ACT or SAT test. 15 ACT & SAT Myths to Ignore
12 More Myths About College Applications:
Many parents and students think they know what matters when it comes to college applications. But sometimes their strategies are based on past experience (things have changed!) or well-intentioned misinformation or rare situations that just aren’t the norm. 12 Myths About College Applications
9th Grade Steps2College
