This week was a fantastic week at New Tech. Our DECA organization performed incredibly well and we have 15 learners who will be competing at the International DECA Competition in Orlando, Fl. Our Yearbook learners received a Gold rating for their work meaning they have successfully met every metric expected of them regarding deadlines and quality. Our business courses continued their business partnerships with Vari by visiting their headquarters and welcoming speakers to teach our learners about the real-world application of their learning. And AP Psychology took a fantastic group of learners to the Museum of Illusions where they could participate in hands-on learning opportunities.

I almost certainly forgot something because so many great things are taking place here but suffice it to say, it is a great year to be a learner at New Tech!

-Mr. Smith

New Tech @ Coppell Senior Class of 2023!!

It's that time of year! Jostens is going virtual this year. Take a quick second to watch the video for some important information.

You can also click the link to go directly to order online.

www.jostens.com

Counseling Topic: See Something/Say Something

March Resources

• Say Something Information

• STOPIT Webpage for Coppell ISD

• Stop IT informational video

Hotlines and Resources

Human Trafficking

• Hotline Resources

-National Human Trafficking Hotline

1-888-373-7888

Text 233733

https://humantraffickinghotline.org/

Suicide Prevention Hotline information

• National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

• https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

• Crisis Text Line: text “Hello” to 741741

• Suicide Crisis Center of North Texas (214) 828-1000

Parent and Learner Resources

• https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/rak-day

• https://www.loveisrespect.org/get-involved/tdvam/

• https://www.characterstrong.com/kindness-resources/

• Random Acts of Kindness Calendar

• National Center on Safe Supportive Learning Environments to educate families about Human TraffickingChildMind about “10 tips for helping your child develop gratitude”

• ed.gov on “How to teach your child about citizenship and patriotism”

• National Center on Youth Issues on "7Ways to teach Gratitude to Your Children"

• Gratitude Conversation Starters

• Generation TX Information

• TEA Graduation Toolkit

• Texas Internship Challenge

• Need a little inspiration or motivation to start your career journey? Visit RoadTrip Nation to hear empowering stories that give you the confidence and tools to find a career that matters to you!

• Encourage your learners to explore ADVi - an app that provides online advisors for questions about college as well as reminders about upcoming important application/financial aid deadlines

• Family Conversation Starters

• Start A Conversation: 10 Questions Teens Ask About Drugs and Health

• Stopbullying.gov

• Talking About Bullying with Your Kids

• Cyberbullying

• Sandy Hook Promise Information

• Start with Hello parent informational video.

• Suicide Prevention Information Card

• “Talking to kids when they need help” from American Psychological Association.

• Safety Tips from the National Safety Center

• Coppell ISD Safety and Security

• 6 Rules for School Safety” from Scholastic

POST SECONDARY OPTIONS INFORMATION AND RESOURCES

Please review the following links as they apply to your student.

TEA Graduation Toolkit

Seniors

The FAFSA application opened OCT. 1st, 2022. Completing the FAFSA or TASFA is a graduation requirement. I have provided links and resources for you and your parents to review in anticipation of completing FAFSA. In addition, I have provided other links to help you in your planning.

Brag Sheet (Complete this and give it to your recommender)

12th Grade College Planning Checklist

12th Grade Financial Aid Checklist

FAFSA Information

How to Complete the FAFSA

List of Documents Needed to Complete FAFSA

FAFSA Process (Image)

FAFSA Worksheet-complete before filling out FAFSA

Link your Khan Academy account with your Collegeboard account. You will become eligible for the monthly College Board Opportunity Scholarships as you complete the activities.

Make your Raise.me scholarship account and start inputting your achievements. You will become eligible for scholarships based on your achievements in and out of the classroom.

Juniors

Link your Khan Academy account with your Collegeboard account. You will become eligible for the monthly College Board Opportunity Scholarships as you complete the activities.

Make your Raise.me scholarship account and start inputting your achievements. You will become eligible for scholarships based on your achievements in and out of the classroom.

Review the following checklists.

11th Grade Financial Aid Checklist

11th Grade College Planning Checklist

Sophomores

Make your Raise.me scholarship and start inputting your achievements. You will become eligible for scholarships based on your achievements in and out of the classroom.

Review the following checklists.

10th Grade Financial Aid Checklist

10th Grade College Planning Checklist

Rookies

Make your Raise.me scholarship and start inputting your achievements. You will become eligible for scholarships based on your achievements in and out of the classroom.

Review the following checklists.

9th Grade Financial Aid Checklist

9th Grade College Planning Checklist

You can access our wish list here if you would like to participate in picking up one of the remaining items.