Student Services Weekly Update
9/29/2021
Welcome to Student Services!
Save the Date!
Worcester State University is excited to host an in-person NEACAC college fair on Sunday, October 3, 2021 from 11 am to 1 pm in the Wellness Center, Competition Gymnasium. Over 100 colleges and universities will be in attendance.
This event is free and open to the public.
Ample parking is available on-site
Facial coverings are required to be worn at all times while indoors.
What: NEACAC College Fair
When: Sunday, October 3, 2021 (11 am - 1 pm)
Where: Worcester State University, Wellness Center
486 Chandler Street, Worcester, MA
12th Grade
12th grade is a very busy year filled with great learning opportunities and future planning.
The College Board allows MTRS to administer the SAT Exam during the school day. This year the SAT will be offered on Wednesday, October 13th. The test will start at 8:00 a.m. and finish around 11:30 a.m. The cost is $55, $18 for students who qualify for a reduced fee. Remember, this year most colleges are not requiring the SAT for admissions. To sign up please fill out this FORM.
How does my student actually apply to college and an overview of financial aid.
12th grade virtual parent night: HOW TO APPLY TO COLLEGE!
Thursday, October 14th at 6:30 p.m.
Please register here and I will send you the link to the meeting
Fall of 2021 College Visit Schedule Please encourage your student to attend the visits of the colleges they intend to apply to.
10th and 11th Grade
PSAT - October 26th, 2021
Fees $18 per student $5 for students who qualify for the reduced rate
Test takes 3 hours covers Math, reading comprehension, writing and language
COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID - FAFSA
Have questions about how and when to apply for financial aid for college?
Please attend one of the multiple virtual meetings that the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority (MEFA) will be hosting. During these meetings a college financial aid representative will review the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) , the form that needs to be completed to apply for financial aid at all 2 and 4 year colleges.
Please go to MEFA.ORG/events/category/college-financing to register for one that fits your schedule.
COLLEGE FINANCING Virtual Meeting Dates:
Tuesday, October 5th 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 6th 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 7th 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 20th 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 21st 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Aspen Student & Parent Portal
One of the transition markers of middle school is greater independence and taking ownership of learning. Aspen can help with this- it is our student information system which allows students and caregivers to view information such as grades, report cards, and attendance.
All 7th and 8th grade students have Aspen accounts and have participated in tutorials on how to login and use this tool.
Parents of 8th grade students can login using their account information from last year.
Parents of 7th grade students should have received an email from Aspen in late August with login information and instructions.
Cost of College
While we know that Middle School is years away from high school graduation, you may be interested in getting a head start to plan for the cost of college. Check out the Paying for College Resource for more ways to help students and families pay for college, including helpful guides, free tools, and a video series.
Here is a series of eight videos from Sallie Mae full of tips to help you pay for college. Start at the beginning or skip around and hit the ones you’re interested in.
CONTACT US
College and Career Counselor
https://neuenschwander.youcanbook.me
School Counselor Grades 7 & 8th
https://truggeri.youcanbook.me
School Counselor 9-12th
https://mrcipoletta.youcanbook.me
Registrar and Administrative Assistant
Email: sgarcia@mtrsd.org
Website: https://mtrs.mohawktrailschools.org/Mohawk-Student-Services
Location: 26 Ashfield Road, Shelburne Falls, MA, USA
Phone: 413-625-9811