Student Service Connection
Monthly Newsletter- January Issue
FINALS WEEK- January 22nd-25th
-Sleep when you are tired
-Eat when you are hungry
-Schedule Study Sessions
-Schedule Breaks (routine breaks help to stay alert and prevent early burnout)
-Start early so you don't have to cram
-For tough tests, study in multiple ways (I.E.- on your own, with teacher/tutor, in study groups)
Course Selection Activities in January
-"How to Register for High School"- Toki MS Students during daytime- January 11th
-"How to Register for 9th Grade"- 8th Grade Student-Parent Nite at JMM- January 15th-"How to Register for High School"- Jefferson MS Students during daytime- January 16th
-"How to Register for High School"- Spring Harbor MS Students during daytime- January 17th
-"How to Register for 9th Grade"- 8th Grade Student-Parent Nite at TOKI- January 17th
-"Course Selection Night"- JMM 9-11th Grade Parent Nite- January 31st (if school is cancelled, it will be rescheduled to February 5th)
See February Preview below for rescheduled Course Selection Activities from January...
FEBRUARY PREVIEW
-"Registration Orienation- Special Education- Reschedule TBA- from 6:30-7pm in Room 516
-Course Selection Cards Handed out to students in English classes- February 1st
-Orientation to Course Selection Process- Extended 2nd hour homeroom- February 4th
-"Electives Discovery Nite"- 8th Grade Family Night- February 4th (rescheduled from January)
-"ELL How to Register for 9th Grade"- 8th Grade Parent Nite- Feb. 6th (rescheduled from Jan.)
-Course Selection Cards due to Math teachers- February 15th
-Course Selection cards finalized/entered digitally during math classes- Feb. 15th-22nd
ALL STUDENTS
"It always seems impossible until it's done." ~~ Nelson Mandela
ACADEMIC & CAREER PLANNING (ACP)
To see what's happening with ACP at JMM, CLICK HERE.
DO YOU NEED HELP with academic, personal, or college & career planning?
Click on your counselor's name to book a time with them for assistance.
Fox Neighborhood:
Amy Olson (A-Sn) (also PATHWAYS COUNSELOR)
Rock Neighborhood:
Wolf Neighborhood:
Wisconsin Neighborhood:
AVID Students:
ELL Students:
~~ Howard W. Newton
FRESHMEN
Explore your interests, creativity, and future paths that seem interesting to you. Visit our Learning Experiences Beyond The Classroom and Career Exploration pages on the JMM Website, and spend some time in Xello to explore your interests, skills, and related paths for the future.
SOPHOMORES
-There's still some time to apply for the Early College STEM Academy for your 11th/12th grade years. More information HERE. Applications are with Mrs. Kosloske in Student Services.
-Looking for training in Community Leadership? Here's a description of an opportunity to consider signing up for from Leadership Grader Madison, Inc. And here's a link to the application.
-Job shadowing someone in a career of interest to you for an hour or two.
-Consider exploring Pre-College programs at this link.
-Wondering about some Work-Based Learning Experience? Click here.
-If you want to get hands-on experience, there are some careers that offer a Youth
Apprenticeship. CLICK HERE to see information about it and applying for next year.
-Explore course options and your 4-year plan in Xello with someone at home!
-Don't forget to explore your interests outside of the classroom as well. Ideas HERE.
JUNIORS
-Interested in a Summer Science Research Internship? You have until January 11th to apply at this website.
-Visit programs, colleges, and options you are thinking about for after graduation. Evaluate them before making the trip with THIS WORKSHEET.
-Consider signing up for an SAT test here if you wonder if it's a good college admissions test for you..
-If you feel that preparation for the ACT/SAT might be helpful, start with METHOD TEST PREP in Xello
SENIORS
-Schedule and do a 15 minute conference with your counselor to inform them of your plans following graduation, and any help you need.
-Complete an application for colleges or training programs after graduation that will help prepare you for your long term careers of interest.
-Make sure to fill out the FAFSA if you plan to attend a college that you'll need financial aid for.
-Continue to explore careers and visit schools and/or programs of interest if you're not sure about what option is best for you.
Experiential Learning Credit
Interested in earning credit for "Experiential Learning" as you work or volunteer? See your counselor with questions.
"I know that luck has a way of happening to people who shoot high, who never sell themselves short" Teri Teachout
Send Your Transcript
Links for:
Video of "How to send your transcript"- (make sure to indicate "Memorial High School" in Madison, WI instead of West HS)
Send Your ACT Score
Apply to a University of Wisconsin School
Selective Service
Almost all male U.S. citizens and male immigrants, who are 18 through 25, are required to register with Selective Service.
- It's important to know that even though he is registered, a man will not automatically be inducted into the military.
- Registration allows you eligibility for federal student loans and federal jobs/job training.
- Visit the Selective Service website to register
WI Private Colleges
Minnesota Colleges- Public and Private
It's Time to Submit Your College Application Materials!
Send your counselor application materials that must be completed by them before your colleges' deadlines. (like Secondary School Reports, brag sheets for Recommendations, etc.).
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(anyone wishing to apply for financial aid with a college or university will usually need to fill out this government form Senior Year)