Student Service Connection
Monthly Newsletter- June Issue
SUMMERSCHOOL REGISTRATION STILL IN PROGRESS!
Depending on the class you are selecting, it may not be too late to sign up for summerschool. The brochure is available in Student Services and at THIS LINK. Summerschool occurs between 8am-Noon for 6 weeks from mid-June through the end of July. Students can take up to 2 courses, and earn work credit if needed. Summerschool is valuable for retaking a class for skill or grade improvement, or learning in some of the useful elective courses offered. Classes are at no charge, and do fill up, so sign up quickly when brochures arrive. Contact your counselor with questions.
Summer College Transition Help for Graduating Seniors
AUGUST REGISTRATION DATES FOR JMM
All School- August 15th- 11am-6:30pm, August 18th- 7:30am-1pm
ALL STUDENTS
Academic-Career Planning (ACP) and Advisory Information
To see what's happening with ACP, CLICK HERE.
DO YOU NEED HELP with academic, personal, or college & career planning?
Click on your counselor's name to book a time with them for assistance.
Fox Neighborhood:
Rock Neighborhood:
Wolf Neighborhood:
Wisconsin Neighborhood:
AVID Students:
Len Mormino (students)
ELL Students:
---------------Learning Experiences Beyond The Classroom-----------------
FRESHMEN
-Don't forget to explore your interests outside of the classroom as well. Ideas HERE.
SOPHOMORES
-This is a great year to consider job shadowing someone in a career of interest to you for an hour or two.
-Consider exploring Pre-College programs at this link.
-Explore course options and your 4-year plan in Career Cruising with someone at home!
-Don't forget to explore your interests outside of the classroom as well. Ideas HERE.
JUNIORS
Juniors, you still have time to raise your score on the ACT and SAT by taking them again in June. If you missed registration, there is the possibility to Walk-On for an additional charge. This is a great time of year to take these tests, fresh with your 3rd full year of knowledge from classes in high school.
SENIORS
-GRADUATION COMMENCEMENT- June 10th- 10am at THE KOHL CENTER
-No plans after graduation? See your counselor!
-Final transcripts? Request them to be sent at www.parchment.com.
-Need to take some "placement tests" for the college you plan to attend before you can register? Here's a link to the UW-System's Placement Testing information, click here, or see your counselor with questions. Other tips to get ready for college are highlighted in a good article at this link.
"I know that luck has a way of happening to people who shoot high, who never sell themselves short" Teri Teachout
Send Your Transcript
Links for:
Video of "How to send your transcript"- (make sure to indicate "Memorial High School" in Madison, WI instead of West HS)
Send Your ACT Score
Apply to a University of Wisconsin School
It's Time to Submit Your College Application Materials!
Send your counselor application materials that must be completed by them before your colleges' deadlines. (like Secondary School Reports, brag sheets for Recommendations, etc.).
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(anyone wishing to apply for financial aid with a college or university will usually need to fill out this government form Senior Year)