Vermilion High School
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October's Theme is Communication!
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Nerves on Edge in Your Home? Check out this article to learn some ways to decrease tension in your home!
Tips for Talking with your Teen!
1. Listen to your teen.
2. Validate their feelings.
3. Show trust.
4. Don't be a dictator.
5. Give praise.
6. Control your emotions.
7. Do things together.
8. Share regular meals.
9. Be observant.
See the entire article here!
Dealing with a Strong - willed Teen?
Check out this article from the Overstuffed Life Purposeful parenting and simplified living blog.
College Reps coming to V.H.S!
On Wednesdays, from 12:30-1:00 pm, during the Fall, beginning September 30, college representatives from 3 different colleges are meeting with Juniors and Seniors interested in learning more about a college! Check out the website to see who is coming when. All visits are going to be done virtually until further notice. Students must visit the website and click on the college to sign up to attend the zoom visit. Check back weekly for updates!
September & October is College Application Time!
Mrs. Fahr and Mrs. Habermehl Zoomed with seniors in Senior English classes at the end of September to go over the college application process. The presentation can be found here (scroll down past the college rep visits) A few helpful tools to help seniors apply can be found on our Step-by-Step guide. Check out several other helpful tools, virtual college fairs, and information sessions here!
Check out the V.H.S. College Planning website for more information!
Federal Application for Financial Student Aid (FAFSA)
Any parent who has a senior student planning on attending college next year needs to complete the FAFSA. You may start the application after October 1 using your 2019 tax information. Many colleges have deadlines that this must be completed by in order to issue scholarships. Please check with each college's financial aid office for specific deadlines.
The link to the FAFSA can be found here!
Check out more FAFSA information to help you with this process here.
**More details and webinars to come!
Meet the V.H.S. Counselors!
Mrs. Laura Wheeler
Mrs. Jordan Fahr
Mrs. Cara Habermehl
Vermilion High School Counseling Department
Website: https://www.vermilionschools.org/StudentServices.aspx
Location: 1250 Sanford Street, Vermilion, OH, USA
Phone: 440-204-1701