Counselor Connection
10/7/2021
TONIGHT!
TWO Counselor Presentations for Senior Parents:
TONIGHT! College Application Process:
Counselors will be presenting to parents of seniors the night of parent/teacher conferences to share college application related information with you:
Date: October 7th (Thursday)
Time: 5:30 – 6:00 pm
Place: Lecture Room A
Topics to be covered:
How to send transcripts to colleges – through PARCHMENT
How to send ACT & SAT scores to colleges
How to request a letter of recommendation (the process at EHS)
How to have counselor forms/secondary school reports sent
Common Application Information
Where the EHS scholarship list is located
How to sign up for college representative visits in the Counseling Office
TONIGHT! EHS Financial Aid Parent Presentation- FAFSA Information:
On Thursday, October 7th during our parent teacher conferences, a financial aid and scholarship director from a local post-secondary institution will be speaking in Lecture Room A from 6:30 – 7:30 pm. This presentation will be about the financial aid process, navigating the FAFSA, and answer any other questions you may have.
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available as of October 1st. Please go to www.fafsa.gov to complete this application. Information to assist in completing the application are also available on the FAFSA website. All seniors attending ANY type of post-secondary institution should complete the FAFSA.
FAFSA Completion Night
EHS Counselors are hosting a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) completion night. The FAFSA is required for any student seeking federal and state financial aid, including grants and loans at all colleges in the country. We will have a local college Financial Aid Officer to answer questions and assist with completing the online form. This is for seniors who are applying for financial aid for college next year. Both student AND at least one parent/guardian should attend.
Please bring the following:
Student and Parent Social Security Numbers (don’t need cards, just know the numbers)
Student and Parent 2020 federal income tax returns, including W2s and all schedules and attachments.
Student and Parent email account logins (be able to access your email during the work session)
Tuesday, October 26th
6:30-8:00 pm
EHS Computer Lab 222
Students taking the PSAT on Wednesday 10/13
The PSAT is designed for use primarily with juniors as a practice for the SAT college entrance exam, and for juniors to initially enter competition in the National Merit Scholarship Program. The PSAT is being held at Eagan High School on Wednesday, October 13th from 7:30-11:00 am (Periods 1-4). Students can register on the MyPayments Plus website for a cost of $25. PSAT registration will close Sunday evening 10/10/21.
Room assignments will be posted outside of Counseling the morning of the test.
We will test hours 1-4. You may not leave the test early.
Please bring the following:
- 2 sharpened, soft lead (#2) pencils
A PHOTO ID to be admitted to the test.
Your scientific or graphic calculator. You will not be allowed to share a calculator or use your phone’s calculator.
Parents of Sophomores:
On Thursday, October 7th, Counselors will meet with Sophomores in their Science class. Students will complete a needs assessment, resume building activity, and update their high school course plan. View slide show HERE. This lesson is part of the District 196 MyPlan comprehensive counseling curriculum; each student’s high school academic, career, personal/social post-secondary plan. Please ask your student about the lesson.
Freshman Retreat Information: Tuesday, December 14, 2021
The Youth Frontiers Respect Retreat® inspires students to respect themselves more, to respect others and to stand up for respect in your school. The retreat reminds students that they matter, and that there is a supportive community of educators, mentors and classmates around them. We challenge students with the message that someone acting with character does not make fun of, bully or torment anyone for any reason. We engage the bystanders to stand up for the value of respect in your hallways, lunch lines and classrooms. Participation in the retreat results in cognitive, attitudinal and behavioral shifts that decrease students’ distractions to learning and build a positive school community.
We ask all 9th grade students to attend the Eagan Respect Retreat. The cost is $25.00
The cost will be $0 if on Free and Reduced Lunch.
Very few freshmen remain in the building that day.
Please register today via myPaymentsplus:https://ehs.district196.org/families
Minnesota State Week!
October 25-31, 2021
Fall is a great time to explore Minnesota State and learn more about your 37 state colleges and universities!
Over the MEA break, each of the 30 colleges and 7 universities of Minnesota State will be offering special visits — including virtual visits — for high school students.
All Minnesota State colleges and universities are waiving their application fee October 25-31.
Check out campuses and programs
Follow on social media and reference #MinnStateWk
Christian College Fair
Learn more about Christian higher education options available. Free admission
October 25th 6:30-8:30
New Life Academy
6758 Bailey Road
Woodbury, MN
OR
October 26th 6:30-8:30 pm
Southwest Christian High School
1981 Bavaria Rd
Chaska, MN 55318
Visit www.myblueprintstory.com for more information and to pre-register
Real Talk: HBCU Edition:
HBCUs have served as a beacon for education and culture for predominantly Black students for decades, and Real Talk is bringing together representatives from HBCUs across the country to answer all students' questions.
"Real Talk: HBCU Edition" is a two-part series where students can connect with representatives from 17 HBCUs, including Howard University in Washington, D.C., Spelman College and Morehouse University in Atlanta, and Texas Southern University in Houston.
Join us for Part 1 on Wednesday, October 13, and Part 2 on Thursday, October 14, at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT.
RSVP HERE
College Application Question/Answer Desk
Beginning Wednesday, October 6th counselors will be available on Wednesdays during PAWS in the Library to answer any college application related question. Counselors are reserving this time to be available for quick questions or assistance. Counselors also have daily drop-in time for students from 7:00-7:30 am. Of course students are welcome to schedule individual appointments, however counselor appointments go quickly during this busy application season.
College/Military Visits
The admission representatives that visit Eagan high school are the same people that review college applications. Students can view these visits by logging into their Naviance Student account (Video directions here). Students should register on Naviance for both virtual AND/OR in person college visits. The registration in Naviance is the pass to leave class. If registering for a virtual visit during the school day, students should bring their iPad and earbuds to the counseling office to log-on for the visit. College visits are added daily, so students are encouraged to log into Naviance to see updates.
College Visits currently scheduled for the week of October 11.
Monday, October 11th:
Purdue University - Main Campus - 8:00 AM
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology - 8:30 AM
Augustana University - 10:30 AM
Lehigh University - 1:00 PM
Tuesday, October 12th:
Marquette University - 10:00 AM
University of Iowa - 10:30 AM
University of St Thomas - 11:00 AM
Drake University - 1:30 PM
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology - 4:00 PM ( VIRTUAL VISIT)
Wednesday, October 13th:
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point - 8:30 AM
North Dakota State College of Science - 10:00 AM
Hamline University - 11:00 AM
United States Naval Academy - 1:30 PM ( VIRTUAL VISIT )
Butler University - 2:00 PM
Thursday, October 14:
Concordia College at Moorhead - 8:30 AM
College of Saint Benedict - 10:00 AM
Baylor University - 11:00 AM
United States Navy - 1:00 PM
Bemidji State University - 2:00 PM
University of Minnesota-Duluth - 4:00 PM
Friday October 15:
University of Oregon - 11:00 AM ( VIRTUAL VISIT )
** If students would like to attend any of these college visits, they can register on Naviance.
Selective School Information Session
Join admission representatives from selective schools for a virtual group presentation. Learn more about academic programs, student life, admission, and financial aid at these institutions:
Brown, UChicago, Columbia, Cornell and Rice.
View session dates and register at:
https://exploringeducationalexcellence.org/
EHS Job Opportunities Bulletin Board
The information from the bulletin board we normally post local job opportunities for high school students is now available online here.
Aspirations in Computing Award
High school students with technology interests and skills who identify as women, genderqueer, or non-binary are encouraged to apply. This award recognizes students for computer and IT aptitude, leadership ability, academic history and plans for post-secondary education. Sponsored by MN State IT Center of Excellence. Application and more information can be found HERE.
Weekend Food Program
Every Meal Weekend Food program is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization with a mission to fight child hunger through community and school partnerships. There are no qualification requirements for enrollment and families may enroll in the program at any time throughout the school year. The program is free for all families and your privacy is protected. Families may choose from five options structured around the USDA MyPlate Standards. All bag types contain 4-5 pounds of nutritious, non-perishable food, including a variety of fruits, vegetables, proteins, grains and soups/entrees. Meal bags are discreetly sent home with students weekly and can be picked up in the EHS Counseling Office. See the link below for more information and to order electronically.
https://forms.gle/xc1LF2461299vSkS9
Eagan High School Counseling
For more details about our program and resources visit the Eagan High School Counseling Website.
EHS Counselors:
Susan Olsen (A-B) AVID
651-683-6929
Jolaine Haider (C-Gr)
jolaine.haider@district196.org
651-683-6924
Kayla Hammond (Gu-Kt)
651-683-6928
Michelle Lehmann (Ku-Ne)
michelle.lehmann@district196.org
651-683-6923
Dave Fritze (Ng-Sh)
651-683-6926
Norah Krohse-Hermon (Si-Z)
norah.krohsehermon@district196.org
651-683-6930
Student Support Specialist
Harry Sonie
651-683-6977
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