College & Career Center Connections
February 2022 - Welcome to Second Semester!
So Many Things!
You are in the home stretch - June is just around the corner! And yes, you can do it! And if you need help during this home stretch, I'm here for you. Just reach out! :)
And work on your Xello Lessons!! Yes, they ARE a graduation requirement!!! :) Mrs. Mathis
February - Important Dates and Events! 📆
- If you haven't done so yet, order your Cap & Gown at Josten's website by April 1st for delivery in mid-April.
- Grief & Loss Support Group meets every Tuesday at 2 pm for 8 weeks. Sign up with Mrs. Hubbard in the Counseling Office if you'd like to join.
2/1 Yelm Dollars for Scholars Application open for submission!
2/1 College application deadlines for EWU, Portland State U (most state schools will allow you to apply through summer - 2/1 is the priority deadline where you will receive the most scholarship consideration)
2/3 ASVAB 8am, Library (this date is full)
2/4 Senior Ads Deadline! Pay for at ASB window or online.
2/7 McDonald's HACER Scholarship Due
2/9 Deadline to purchase senior apparel. See ASB office or click here for flyer. Pay at ASB.
2/10 Virtual Trades Field Trip! Sign up in the Career Center
2/11 Yearbook deadline to purchase at the $55 price. Pay at the ASB office or online.
2/15 Hispanic Scholarship Fund applications due
2/15 MOAA - Local Scholarship Due
2/15 Linfield University extended application deadline
2/21 ACPE Scholarship Due
2/21 No school - Presidents Day
2/25 Olympia Barber School visit during lunches
2/28 Yelm Dollars for Scholars Applications Due!
On deck for March:
- Lots of local scholarships are due in March! See Career Center website.
- Your Student Lead Conferences will begin in March! You must complete your activities & Lessons in XELLO before your conference!
3/2 Washington Opportunity Scholarship Application Due!
3/23 6pm Olympia Barber School Open House
3/24 ASVAB - Sign up HERE in advance
3/1 - 3/31 Multiple Local Scholarships Due March 1-31 - see Career Center Scholarship Webpage
Explore Trades Virtually!
On February 10th, we will be hosting a virtual field trip where you will experience four trades through the eyes of professionals. You will be guided through job sites with electricians, plumbers and pipefitters, roofers and sheet metal workers. Don't miss out! Sign up today! You will also need to pick up a field trip permission slip in the Career Center.
I got into college, now what do I do!?
In Need of a Little Extra Help?
Are you:
- In need of clothing or food?
- Looking for help navigating state health insurance or other federal and state resources?
- In need of internet access?
Christine can help with these things and so much more! If you'd like to chat, send her an email or stop by her office - she's located in the Library!
The Washington State Opportunity Scholarship is due March 2nd!
Order at Jostens!
A message from Jostens:
Hello Seniors and families of the class of 2022:
Graduation will be here sooner than we think and what a momentous occasion to celebrate. If you have not placed your order it is not too late. Please visit us at www.jostens.com to place your order. If you would like to receive your cap and gown during the delivery in Mid - April, please order no later than April 1, 2022. Also, if you are interested in a class ring, at the checkout screen enter code OFFER40 and see if your ring qualifies for $40 off. If you are interested in a letter jacket please visit us at: https://gradautojostens.typeform.com/to/cJbrdoY1
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Email: Nicole_Mathis@ycs.wednet.edu
Website: www.ycs.wednet.edu/careercenter
Phone: (360) 458-6413