News from the Guidance Department of

Marissa Jr. Sr. High School

Angela Birch, Guidance Counselor

 

Dates to Remember

Friday, October 24                   1st Quarter report cards sent home

Thursday, November 6             Greenville College @ MHS 1pm

Tuesday, November 11            Veterans Day –NO SCHOOL


ACT 2008-2009 Test Dates

 

Test Date                               Regular Deadline                   Late Fee Required

 

October 25, 2008                    September 19, 2008                 September 20-Oct. 3, 2008

December 13, 2008                 November 7, 2008                   November 8-20, 2008

February 7, 2009                     January 6, 2009                        January 7-16, 2009

April 4, 2009                            February 27, 2009                   February 28-March 13, 2009

June 13, 2009                          May 8, 2009                            May 9-22, 2009

You may register online at www.actstudent.org

 

SCHOLARSHIPS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE

 

Free Scholarship Search:      www.fastweb.com

                                                www.meritaid.com

 Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation

Deadline is October 31, 2008.  Apply on-line at www.coca-colascholars.org

Students who demonstrate Leadership, Commitment to Community, and Academic Achievement.  See the counselor for more information.

 

Horatio Alger Association Scholarships, deadline is October 30, 2008.

Scholarships range in value from $1000 to $20,000.  Students need to have a GPA of at least 2.0 and be involved in extra curricular and community activities. Financial need and considered.  Go to:  www.horatioalger.org/scholarships/apply.cfm for more information and to apply.

 

The 2009 IL PTA, Lillian E. Glover, Scholarship Program—Deadline December 1, 2008.  Two scholarships in the amounts of $1,000 and $500 will be awarded in each of IL PTA’s 20 Districts.  Eligibility:  Upper 25% of class; and graduating senior preparing to enter an Education or Education related degree program.  Applications can be downloaded at www.illinoispta.org or see the counselor for more information.

AXA Achievement Scholarships- Deadline Dec. 15, 2008. This scholarship is for Students who demonstrate ambition, drive, determination to set and reach goals, respect for self, family, and community and the ability to succeed in college. This scholarship can be worth up to $25,000. For more information go to www.axa-acievement.com

 

Illinois Electric Cooperatives (IEC) Memorial Scholarship Program, deadline January 1, 2009.  This scholarship is for a high school senior that is a member of Egyptian Electric.  Four scholarships will be awarded to the son or daughter of an Electric cooperative member.  A fifth scholarship will go to the son or daughter of an electric cooperative director or employee.  The sixth and seventh scholarships will be reserved for use at a two-year Illinois community college open to members and employees.  See the counselor for more information.

 

KFC Colonel’s Scholars

*Online application available from December 1, 2008 through February 10, 2009

The KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program was created in 2006 and is dedicated to assisting students with financial need who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree at a public institution within their legal state of residence.  To qualify, a student must be: Graduating High School Senior; maintaining a GPA of 2.75 or higher; enrolling in a public college or university; pursuing a bachelor’s degree; and a U.S. citizen.  Complete application at www.kfcscholars.org or see your counselor for more information.

 

 

College Visits- If you have not already made a visit to the institution that you are interested in attending now is the time to think about it. The college visit days for many universities are posted on the wall opposite Mrs. Johnson’s door in the library. Plan a visit soon!

 

How to Arrange a College Day Visit

  1. Contact college for visit dates
  2. At least 3 days prior to visit complete College Visitation Day Application
  3. At least 3 days prior to visit complete Teacher Consent Form
  4. After visit return to Guidance office the College Visitation Day Confirmation Form

 

 

1st Quarter Report Cards Sent Home Friday- First quarter report cards will be sent home Friday (October 24th). Parents are encouraged to discuss their child’s grades with them. Please contact the teachers if you have questions or concerns. Research has shown that having interested, concerned, parents are one of the best predictors of success in school.

 

College Information

 

Southwestern Illinois College

Health Care Careers Open House

9a.m. to noon

Saturday, November 8th

 

Discover what SWIC Allied Health programs have to offer.

For more information, call 800-222-5131, ext. 5541 or 5542