WSHS Counseling Center

Weekly Update- April 7th

** Just a note: The Counseling Center's Newsletter gets updated on a weekly basis.

Check back each week for new info***

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SAT and ACT Exams continue to be offered at Schroeder

Upcoming exam dates below...

Visit the Counseling Center website for links to

College Board and

ACT to sign up for these exams.

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Virtual College Night @ Webster Schroeder

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Sign up in the Counseling Center for the May 20th ASVAB exam

ASVAB ( It is not just for those interested in the military)

The ASVAB Career Exploration Program (CEP) is a unique opportunity to explore all of your career and post-secondary options so you can make a plan that works for you. The ASVAB CEP helps you identify your skills and interests so that you can find potentially satisfying career fields and explore all of the paths you can take to gain entry into your career field of choice

Understanding Financial Aid: College Board (In 3 parts)

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Rep visits are picking back up for the SPRING: keep checking back to see who

may be coming next. Sign up to attend through Naviance

(Colleges: College Visits: Register Now)

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More Resources

Seniors can find more SUNY events, including workshops about the Educational Opportunity Program, the NYS Dream Act, Culturally Diverse Programs at SUNY, and more at suny.edu/studentevents.


SUNY Virtual Events

https://www.suny.edu/attend/events/

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Seniors- Completion Workshops

We’re here to assist your seniors with admission and financial aid application completion.

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Check the Counseling Center Website for

ongoing scholarship opportunities.

Check back often as the page is updated

as we are notified of new scholarships.

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A Few Scholarships to note...

***None of the following scholarships highlighted are endorsed by the Webster Schroeder Schools, Staff, or Counseling Center. They are just a courtesy showing of what is available to our High School Seniors. ***

Global Lift Equipment Scholarship:

To be considered for this scholarship you must be currently attending or planning on attending a post-secondary institution in Canada or the US and submit a short story. Detailed instructions can be found on the application page on website.


Application: http://www.usedforkliftsnewyork.com/used_inventory/2875/used_yale_forklifts_inventory_new_york.php
Amount: $500
Deadline: April 15, 2022

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Hearing Loss Association of America-Rochester Chapter:

This scholarship is awarded by the Hearing Loss Association of America, Rochester, Chapter, in the amount of $1,000 to be awarded to Greater Rochester area high school seniors with hearing loss who are pursuing post-secondary education or vocational training. Recipients must have applied to enter their first year of postsecondary education or vocational training and be between the ages of 17 and 20. They must have a documented hearing loss. Financial need is not a consideration. The scholarship is a one-time award.


Application: https://www.hearinglossrochester.org/scholarship-information
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: April 15, 2022

SAANYS Region 11 Scholarship Award:

SAANYS Region 11 is proud to announce its annual College Scholarship Award Program. Graduating seniors are urged to write a 500 hundred-word essay on the following topic: “A School Administrator Who Has Made a Difference in My Life” Entries must provide an additional cover letter that includes the entrant’s name, address, telephone number, high school name, and the name of the administrator written about.


Application: SAANYS REGION 11 scholarship announcement2022.docx
Amount: $1,000
Deadline: April 15, 2022

Student-View Scholarship Program:

Complete an online survey about colleges in your area and you could win one of 13 scholarships from Student Insights. High school seniors of all academic levels and financial backgrounds are eligible for awards that range from $500 to $5,000. Scholarships are awarded to students selected randomly. The application survey takes from 15 to 25 minutes. See website for details.


Application: http://www.student-view.com/
Amount: $5,000
Deadline: April 23, 2022

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Other Opportunities for Students/Families

SUNY Geneseo: Summer Institute in Justice & Ethics in Modern America

SUNY Geneseo: Summer Institute in Justice & Ethics in Modern America

High school juniors and seniors, as well as recent high school graduates, will earn college credit while previewing the expectations of the modern college classroom. You’ll read college-level material, engage in respectful discussion, explore different interests, and learn about college life from outstanding Geneseo faculty members and current student mentors. You will gain research experience and hone skills in critical thinking, reading, and oral communication, all while collaborating with your fellow participants.

“I got a network of wonderful professors and mentors to help me as I continue my college journey.”(2021 program participant)

Dates: July 11-29, plus a closing research symposium on August 11
Times: 3:00-5:00pm, EDT; all class meetings will be over Zoom
Cost: $950.70 (NYS residents); $2,189.70 (non-NYS residents)

  • Financial Aid is available to those who qualify
  • All course materials will be provided at no cost

Course Information

  • PHIL 131
  • 3 credits
  • General Education:
    • Diversity, Pluralism, and Power
    • Humanities
    • DEI/Antiracism
  • No prerequisites, no major restrictions

Apply by May 2, 2022. Questions? Contact the program directors: Dr. Carly
Herold (heroldc@geneseo.edu) or David Levy (levy@geneseo.edu).

This program is funded in part by the Philosophy Learning and Teaching Organization.


Apply https://www.geneseo.edu/admissions

SUNY Geneseo: Summer Institute in Justice & Ethics in Modern America

We The Student Essay Contest:

For ALL High School Students: 14-19 years old

Answer the essay questions: How does an understanding of natural rights and respect build a free society? A good essay will demonstrate how equality and justice are not just abstract ideas but are part of the actions and choices of people every day. See website for details.


Application: https://billofrightsinstitute.org/we-the-students-essay-contest
Amount: $7,500
Deadline: April 15, 2022

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Check out Webster Schroeder Counseling Center's

Pre-College Programs page


https://www.websterschools.org/districtpage.cfm?pageid=1609

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Webster Schroeder Counseling Center

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