Counselor Connection
Preparing for college & career - November Issue
Begin Earning Scholarships in 9th grade through Raise.me
AFS BP Global STEM Academies
Deadline: March 9th
Click to learn more
Our own Erin Schmitz from LHS (class of 2018) is a past winner of an AFS scholarship! Here is her feature in the WI State Journal.
Experience Madison College
This opportunity allows students to tour campus and learn about their career interests through hands-on activities. There is still room at the following events:
- Human and Protective Services-Friday, October 26th
- Applied Science, Engineering, and Technology-November 2nd
- Liberal Arts Transfer-Friday, November 9th
Register here
Apprenticeship Opportunities at Madison College
Do you enjoy the latest technology in the field, working with your hands, and earning $ while you learn? An apprenticeship may be a great opportunity for you!
Apprenticeships are training programs that combine structured on-the-job training with related classroom instruction.
Learn more about apprenticeship opportunities at Madison college!
Scholars of Promise at Madison College
Looking to attend Madison College after graduation?
The Scholars of Promise program helps income-eligible recent high school graduates remove financial barriers to education. Find more information here, or talk to your counselor!
1 Year Technical Program of the Month-Madison College
- Example job titles-Support Carpenter, Roofer, Sider
- Mid-level employment opportunities range from $15.38-$19.96/hour
Applying to U of M Twin Cities? Check out the Share My App Program
- Apply for admission at one or more additional campuses of the University of Minnesota system with no additional application and for FREE
FAFSA Workshop
There are MANY dates to choose from!
The La Follette Local Scholarship opens Dec 1st
Application Window: Dec 1st - Jan 31st
LHS Financial Aid & Scholarship Webpage
- Net Price Calculator - find out how much you are likely to pay at the colleges you are applying to
- Contact Info for Financial Aid Offices in WI
- Step-by-Step FAFSA Walkthrough video
Wisconsin's Private Colleges and Universities
Some benefits of Wisconsin private colleges and universities
- smaller class sizes
- affordable-average out of pocket cost is under $5,500 (99% of first year students receive financial aid)
- high 4 year graduate rate
UW-Milwaukee Scholarship App now open!
3 scholarships available:
- Legacy Scholarship - Applicants with a parent/grandparent who is an alumni
- Outstanding Scholar Award - Applicants in the top 5% of their class
- Alumni Memorial Scholarship - Applicants with strong academic, extracurricular and volunteer record
Enroll in college AND take a GAP semester all at once!
St. Norbert GAP Experience offers:
- Travel across the US and Guatemala
- Earn full academic credit toward your degree
- Leadership character building
- Experiential Service Learning
- Financial Aid/Scholarships applicable
SENIORS & School Email
Examples: college apps, parchment account, ACT, FAFSA
**School Email becomes inaccessible to graduates 2 wks after graduation
Wrap up your college applications NOW!! At a minimum, colleges need the following:
Colleges need your transcript!
- Go to Parchment
- School of Attendance: La Follette
- Create an account
- Click "Order"
- Select destination(s): Univ, Tech School, NCAA, Common Application, etc
- Send now or hold for 1st term grades
- Pay $3.78/transcript
**If you receive free/reduced lunch, see your counselor before sending your transcript
Colleges need your application!
Colleges need your ACT score!
Need to Create an Account? Send Scores? Retake the Test? Instructions are all here
Sign up for the December 8th test date by November 2nd.
Sign up for the February 9th test date by January 4th.
UW Journey
About Us
Website: https://lafollette.madison.k12.wi.us/
Location: 702 Pflaum Road, Madison, WI, United States
Phone: (608) 204-3660
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Twitter: @LAF_Counselors