FMHS Counselor's Newsletter
March 2023
It's Time to Plan for Next School Year, So See Below for Important Information!
Dual Credit Deadlines Approaching Soon
Deadline for applying to NCTC via GoApplyTexas.org is March 5th. In order to be eligible for Dual Credit classes this summer or next school year, all steps found here must be completed on time (click the picture).
Testing Season is Here...
Be sure to mark your calendar for important upcoming dates for EOC (STAAR), ACT, SAT and AP exams as they pertain to you. Keep the page linked below handy for updates.
For further information: FM9-contact Leah Fisher FM9 Testing Coordinator at fisherla@lisd.net
For further information: FMHS Main-contact Kelly Zinn, FMHS Testing Coordinator at zinnk@lisd.net
ACT School Day is March 7th (for previously Registered Juniors & Seniors only)
(click picture for link to study tools and resources)
The End of the 3rd 9 Weeks is Friday, March 10th
Be sure to get all missing assignments turned in, check your grades in Skyward and initiate communication with teachers if needed. Do not let the end of the grading period sneak up on you. Be sure to finish strong, Jags!
Summer VLA Courses Open in April
Summer VLA will be open for registration in the coming weeks. Be on the lookout for communication from VLA via Skylert and announcements. You will register in Skyward.
Registration for 2023-2024 School Year Classes
Your FMHS Counselors are busy working on course requests for next school after meeting face to face with every rising sophomore, junior and senior over the past few weeks (in spite of bad weather days!). We have enjoyed seeing each and every one of our 2,600 9th, 10th and 11th grade FMHS students! Course verifications will go out in April for students and families to view your choices and make any final revisions if needed. Stay tuned!
Juniors and Parents of Juniors--Are you starting to think about what comes next?
Join us again on April 4th at 6:00 pm for a Junior Parent Meeting in the Auditorium. We will discuss steps to begin taking now to be ready for senior year and planning for life after high school. A link to the fall presentation is below. Just click on the picture and see slides 15-33 Post High School options.
College Forum at Marcus HS Coming Soon!
Counselor Spotlight---Jennifer Todd
"Once a Jag, Always a Jag.” Jennifer Todd began her FMHS journey in 2002 as a Special Education Teacher and Cheerleading Coach. She transitioned to the elementary level as an Elementary School Counselor for 13 years. Gratefully, Jennifer returned to FMHS in 2018 as a High School Counselor.
Outside of school, Jennifer’s passions include family, friends, travel, and fitness. She tries to squeeze in a few ski trips each season. Jennifer recently returned from her 3rd annual solo ski trip.
We are here to help you
Please utilize our FMHS Counseling page to find answers to many common questions, our contact information and a wealth of resources for you and your student. https://www.lisd.net/Page/6836
The counseling office is located across from the Library in the Main hallway.
Phone: (469)-948-[4-digit extension]
Hours: Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM