Hocus Pocus... time to Focus!
October, 2021
Monthly News
This October we have plenty going on with college and career explorations! Freshmen, you will be taking a field trip to Mount Vernon Nazarene University! Sophomores, you have CTEC coming in this month for a presentation to learn about career interests and opportunities to follow them at CTEC. Juniors & Seniors, we have LOTS of college rep visits planned!
Important Dates:
October 20th- End of first grading period
October 21st- NO SCHOOL- Staff PD
October 22nd- NO SCHOOL- Records Day
November 1 & 3rd- Parent Teacher Conferences
Check-In with the Counselor
Use the forms below to check-in with me monthly so I know how you are doing and what support you or your classmates may need.
Hocus Pocus...Time to Focus!
Need help?
Reach out to your teachers, attend academic intervention, or talk with Mrs. Piatak for better study skills & habits.
PSAT TEST- October 13th, 2021
LAST DAY TO REGISTER FOR THE PSAT IS OCTOBER 8TH!!!
PSAT- October 13th
Cost is $18 (pay to UHS)
Sign up & pay in the guidance office with Mrs. Piatak!
College Rep Visits
JUNIORS & SENIORS
Take advantage of the many College Rep visits here at Utica High School during U-Time!
Use the link below to sign up for the College Rep Visits of your choice:
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP TO ATTEND!
*Pay attention to your emails as more college rep visits will be added througout the month!*
College Fairs
JUNIORS & SENIORS
Be sure to check out a college fair or two to talk with multiple college representatives!
Below is a list of local or central Ohio fairs available.
- 10/1- Marion Area College Day (12-1:30 PM)
10/7- GLHS Learning Differences College Fair (6:30-8 PM)
10/22- Zane State College Day Fair (9-11 AM)
College Blitz at Lakewood High School
You are encouraged to start your applications online and bring any questions you have to the event. College admission advisors will be on hand to answer questions and help you complete your applications that day! NOTE: This is a working event, and the goal is for you to complete your first step in attending college….to APPLY!
Registration ends October 8th- CLICK HERE to sign up.
ACT & SAT Testing
The ACT - Solutions for College and Career Readiness | ACT
College Board - SAT, AP, College Search and Admission Tools
All UHS Juniors will take the ACT, March 1st, 2022 during school.
COLLEGE INFO NIGHT!
FAFSA
Use these links for additional help in obtaining a federal student aid I.D. and filling out the FAFSA forms:
SCHOALRSHIPS
The following scholarship opportunities close in October! APPLY NOW!
October 8th- AES Scholarship
October 15th- National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts Scholarship
October 19th- Heisman High School Scholarship
October 31st- Coca-Cola Scholars Program
interested in a Career & Technical Program? Check out this scholarship!
July 15th deadline, w/ awards given out on a rolling basis- Horatio Agler Association, Career & Technical Scholarship
School Counseling Department
Mrs. Taylor Piatak
Email: tmcgonigle@northfork.k12.oh.us
Website: https://www.northfork.k12.oh.us/GuidanceOffice.aspx
Location: 260 North Jefferson Street, Utica, OH, USA
Phone: 740-892-2072
Twitter: @UHSGuidance