NHS Student Services
November 2023 Newsletter
From the North High Student Services Department:
Just a reminder that Parent-Teacher conferences will be on Wednesday, November 8th from 2:30pm-7:30pm, and on Friday, November 10th from 8am-1pm. We would love to see as many parents at Parent-Teacher conferences as possible.
Thank you,
The North High Student Services Department
Information for Senior Students
Need Help??
See the counselor info at the bottom of this newsletter to schedule an appointment or to contact your counselor.
College Applications
Counselors are available for any help with application questions.
For the UW Schools UW Help is a great resource for parents and students alike. Go to https://uwhelp.wisconsin.edu/. For more specific info on the UW Schools application process and requirements please go to https://uwhelp.wisconsin.edu/admission-guidelines/freshman/
Navigating North's Scholarship Page
The North High Local Scholarships and the Sheboygan Public Education Foundation scholarships are two of the primary scholarship sources for our students. Each year there are hundreds-of-thousands of dollars (some years over a million dollars) that are given out to our North students by donors in our local area. This community support is truly remarkable and one that needs to be taken advantage of by our students. All senior students who are looking to attend a 2 or 4 year college next year are highly encouraged to apply. This is an ongoing process throughout the year - do not wait until things are due to get started with learning about what opportunities, timelines and processes exist for you.
Here is a link to a video that will walk you through navigating North's Scholarship page and some general scholarship information: https://screenpal.com/watch/c3lhFHVvf2d.
North High Financial Aid and Scholarship web page: https://www.sheboygan.k12.wi.us/north-high/about/financial-aid-scholarships
Sheboygan Public Education Foundation Scholarship web site: https://spefwi.org/north-high-scholarships/
If you have any questions feel free to contact your counselor.
Requesting Your Transcripts for Colleges and Scholarships
Requesting your transcripts for colleges/universities:
Follow the instructions on the attached sheet if you need to send out your transcripts to a college, university, technical college or the NCAA/NAIA. If you have any questions please stop in (or contact) the Student Services Department (room 104).
If you are utilizing the Common App to apply to colleges, your counselor will be submitting your transcript to the schools that are part of your Common Application. However, there are specific steps YOU must follow to link your Common App and Xello accounts and prompt your counselor to submit your materials. For more info, click here OR schedule an appointment with your School Counselor.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xC7E86YuI7KHnahulzaGXQ259sbEdYgEbSJlHRE1m80/edit?usp=sharing
Requesting your transcripts for scholarships:
Complete the linked form: https://tinyurl.com/yjb73gl5
Need to Find your G.P.A?
Need your GPA? Check your Portfolio in Skyward and reference your last report card (please note that if you took a summer 2023 course you need to contact your counselor for an updated gpa). The GPA that should be reported out is your unweighted, cumulative GPA (not your weighted GPA).
FAFSA for College Bound Seniors (UPDATE)
Due to major changes, the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Federal Student Aid has indicated they will be ready to offer the simplified application for the upcoming cycle. However, they are delaying the release of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) until December 2023, two months after the usual October 1st release. Presently the department has stated that the 2024-2025 FAFSA will be ready mid-December 2023. However, they are not required by law to have it available until January 1st, 2024.
There will be an informational meeting on Financial Aid and the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) scheduled at North High School on Tuesday, December 5th at 6pm in the North High Commons to review the FAFSA changes and process. Contact your student's assigned counselor if you have any questions.
Important Information for Seniors to Start the Year
Important Information for Seniors on the attached video. This information also covers different types of scholarships and the application process(es).
Senior Details Webpage and Daily Announcements
Senior Details Web Page - please note the events and dates may still be from last year. The page will be updated as the school year gets started. It does give you a good idea of different dates and general times of the events.
Daily Announcements - our daily announcement format has changed. Please see the new doc for daily announcements and info.
College / Military / Workforce Reps Visiting North
Click here to get to the web page where the College/Military/Work calendar and sign up links are located. Scroll down to the "College/Military Visits" dropdown box to access the different links.
Sheboygan Public Education Foundation (SPEF) Scholarships
SASD Parents...The Sheboygan Public Education Foundation (SPEF) will be holding an "All-District" PARENTS Information SPEF Scholarship Night on Wednesday, Oct. 4 at 6 p.m. in the South High LGI Room. This SPEF scholarship presentation is OPEN to ALL SASD parents (North/South/Central/Charters). SPEF will walk parents through the process to help them assist their seniors in applying for the many SPEF scholarships.
Miscellaneous Information
Suicide Awareness
While September was National Suicide Awareness Month - we feel that it is important to bring this topic to the forefront at different times throughout the year. As the Holiday Season approaches we are reminded that this time of the year can be difficult for some students and adults - and for a number of different reasons. Please be attentive to anyone who may be having a hard time dealing with some type of mental health issue. According to the CDC, each year more than 41,000 individuals die by suicide, leaving behind friends and family members to navigate the tragedy of their loss. Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death among adults in the U.S. and the 2nd leading cause of death among people aged 10-24 and these rates are increasing.
If someone you know is struggling emotionally or having a hard time, you can be the difference in getting them the help they need. It's important to take care of yourself when you are supporting someone through a difficult. time, as this may stir up difficult emotions. If it does, please reach out for support yourself. Some warning signs may help you determine if a loved one is at risk for suicide, especially if the behavior is new, has increased, or seems related to a painful event, loss, or change. If you or someone you know needs support now, exhibits any of the behaviors listed below, call or text 988 or chat by going to 988lifeline.org. Students - you can also see your counselor if you are worried about yourself or anyone else.
Do They Need Your Help? Know the warning signs:
- Talking about wanting to die or to kill themselves
- Looking for a way to kill themselves, like searching online or buying a gun
- Talking about feeling hopeless or having no reason to live
- Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain
- Talking about being a burden to others
- Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs
- Acting anxious or agitated; behaving recklessly
- Sleeping too little or too much
- Withdrawing or isolating themselves
- Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge
- Extreme mood swings
Elks Student of the Month Program
Elks Student of the Month Program, earn $200 (cash!) Read More Here!
CAPP Courses for College Credit
With the advent of Lakeland University CAPP courses being free this year for SASD high school students, along with the other CAPP and Transcripted course opportunities that students have access to, it is important to understand what it means to be "officially enrolled" in these types of courses. CAPP and Transcripted courses mean that those courses are offered for college credit and that students can/will receive a recorded grade on a college transcript. This means that a student's official college G.P.A. also starts with a CAPP or Transcripted course(s) taken in high school. Any/all CAPP or Transcripted courses that are taken in high school - and that college credit is granted for - needs to be reported to colleges when filling out college applications. CAPP and Transcripted course processes, timelines and procedures for signing up for - or opting out of - college credit can be answered by the teacher of the CAPP or Transcripted class.
There will be a district letter coming out very soon regarding the enrollment process of students into the Lakeland University CAPP courses starting this year. All other CAPP courses will still have their official enrollment processes and deadlines (as it was previously).
Gear Up Program
All 9th-11th grade students are eligible who are either 1) a first-generation student (neither birth parents graduated with a Bachelor's Degree) or 2) qualify for Free/Reduced Lunch or are 3) a Minority.
Application: https://dpi.wi.gov/weop/gearup can be sent to Sarah Klimek: Sarah.Klimek@dpi.wi.gov. Her contact phone number for questions is (414) 220-6818.
See more info on the attached flyer here.
Calling All Students! Opportunity to Experience Germany first hand - Staying with German Student & Family
The Sheboygan Chapter of People to People has been sponsoring an annual exchange with Sheboygan’s sister city, Esslingen, Germany since 1970. Esslingen is a charming city of about 100,000 located in Southwest Germany on the banks of the Neckar River, near Stuttgart. Since that time over 170 Sheboygan County high school students have participated in this unique program. Many have made life long friendships. “For us, the student exchanges provide the best avenue to help foster the understanding of people and cultures with the youth of our community.” said President - Bob Quasius. People to People exchanges are a rare opportunity to experience another country and culture first hand. The student is not staying in a hotel and visiting local tourist attractions. They stay in a family home learning how a German family lives on a daily basis from food, job to transportation and more.
Please see below for more information about this program
Feel free to contact me with questions. Thank you!
Paula Forseth Dick
People to People Board Member and Member of Student Exchange Committee
920-287-6410
College and Career Readiness - Community Service Hours
Need to record some hours of community service - Click here for the form
Students: If you are submitting any community service hours forms AND you want those hours to be counted towards your National Honors Society (NHS) requirements then you will need to:
1) have a counselor or Student Services Secretary make a copy of your form(s) - and then
2) keep your original form(s) until your service hours are to be turned in for your NHS application.
These two links will provide you a quick way to search what volunteer options are available here in the Sheboygan area -- and you can even check out how to participate from home!
Upcoming Community Service Opportunities
Fall Into Service Day!
There is a great opportunity for all North students to make a difference in our community on Friday, November 10. This is a Parent/Teacher Conference Day and students do not have school. Imagine:
making blankets for Warm the World
helping a community member with late fall yard clean-up.
teaching a senior citizen how to use their ipad/iphone.
creating holiday cards for American service people or senior citizens.
making dog tags for the Humane Society
packing meals for the Food Bank
... and much more
Why should students do this?
Why not? North students need 25 service hours to be college and career ready.
It can be fun to do with a friend or two. Volunteer all or part of the day.
It feels good to help others.
How?
Sign up with a non-profit organization in the commons right after school on Wednesday, November 1. It will be super easy.
Receive information to show parents/guardians.
Arrange for transportation and report to the point person at your destination (some volunteer work/sites will be at North High School).
OR use the QR code below to see what options are available (after the meeting on Wednesday, November 1st after school).
The North Administrative Team
We Are North, Better Together
Horace Mann Craft Fair
Saturday November 18th
At: Horace Mann Middle School Gym
Time: 7AM-9AM Assist vendors to carry in supplies from their vehicles to their assigned booth.
2PM-4PM Assist vendors to carry out supplies from their booth to their vehicle's.
Take down tables and chairs
Contact: Courtney Roland
Job Postings!
To start your search for where you will be making some $$$$, click here.
Check back every few weeks to see if more opportunities are available!
Virtual Calming Room
A Place to take a quick break, relax, and recharge!!!
NEW --Yoga Video and Guided Mindfulness Video
Do you have an idea for the Calming Room? Have something you want to see added? We are looking for more people to contribute!!! Email your School Counselor to get involved!
Students riding Shoreline Metro buses!
If you ride the Shoreline Metro Bus Service
The primary method for utilizing this program is through a phone. If you have a phone you will not receive a paper voucher.
Paper vouchers are ONLY for students who do not have a phone. Paper vouchers will not be accepted for students that have forgotten their phone or have a dead phone. (Phones can be charged on Shoreline Metro’s buses). If you do not have your phone you will have to pay the student fare
Vouchers for students that already have a paper bus pass, will not be given a new voucher each week. If a student is losing their bus pass continually , Shoreline Metro will only accept 1 voucher per month, per student. Shoreline Metro tracks all vouchers and may deny the student if this practice continues.
For more info, click here or see Mrs. Ross in the main office.