Hello from your STEM Counselors!
We are still missing you!
It's almost May!
Remember, you are not alone. You have counselors, teachers, administrators and friends that care about you deeply. We are just an email or Schoology Message away!
Hello from Mrs. Yost, your prevention specialist!
I hope you are well and taking care of yourselves. Check out the virtual calming room, above! It has lots of resources, activities and tips!
Be well,
Mrs. Yost
ATTENTION SENIORS:
The 2020 Senior Graduation Survey is now LIVE!!
Information gathered in this MANDATORY survey is used for state reporting, alumni tracking (including the college map in the Counseling Office), commencement programming, etc.
Please log in to your Naviance account and complete the survey by clicking “About Me” -> “My Surveys” -> “Surveys Not Started”. The deadline to complete the questionnaire is Saturday, May 2nd.
Questions about Naviance or the survey should be directed to Mrs. Zach (mzach@dasd.org).
If you have NOT made your college decision by the May 2nd deadline, please email Mrs. Zach to let her know.
Local Resources for Mental Health:
FREE WEBINARS on FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID FOR COLLEGE!!
PARENTS OF JUNIORS!
Representatives from the Pennsylvania Higher Education Agency (PHEAA) will be providing an overview of how to apply for all types of financial aid, including completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is required to determine eligibility for most student aid programs such as the Pennsylvania State Grant, Federal Pell Grant, institutional offers, and federal student and parent loans. This will also be a great opportunity to have PHEAA representatives answer questions you may have.Click Here to register for the May 7 webinar from 6-7 pm
Click Here to register for the May 14 webinar from 6-7 pm
Click Here to register for the May 21 webinar from 6-7 pm
PA State Grant Application Update Class of 2020: In order to give students and families more flexibility during the COVID-19 pandemic, the application deadline to apply for a PA state grant has been extended by 2 weeks to May 15 for the 2020-21 Academic Year. To apply for a PA State Grant, applicants must first complete the 2020-21 FAFSA® (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Applicants can access this form online at pheaa.org/FAFSA or fafsa.gov.
PLEDGE YOUR COLLEGIANCE!
SENIORS!!!!!!!!!
It's time to celebrate your accomplishments and share where the next chapter of your educational journey will take you. Pick your favorite #Collegiance Pledge Sheet on the STEM Counseling Department Schoology Page in the materials section and submit to the
Class of 2020 #PledgeYourCollegiance dropbox.
The STEM Counseling Department will be creating a special tribute to the Class of 2020 from your submissions... We are so proud of you all!!
How to Reach us!
Email:
Mrs. Wallin (Last names A-Z) mwallin@dasd.orgMrs. McGavin-Wiedlich (Last names H-N)
Mrs. Glowik (Last names O-Z) lglowik@dasd.org
Schoology:
Message us! Also, visit our Schoology course- access code: WN9WS-2NXFK
ZOOM:
If you'd like to schedule a video conference or phone call, please reach out to your counselor. We'd be happy to connect with you!