Guidelines
Chi-Hi Student Services Department - January 2023
3rd Quarter - Add/Drop Dates
- Wednesday, January 25 - First day of classes
- Monday, January 30 - Last day to add/change a class
- Tuesday, February 7 - Last day to drop a class for a study hall/flex
Any changes requested after February 7th will result in a W/F on the student's transcript.
Chi-Hi Scholarship News
Be sure to check the scholarship postings. Many scholarships become available in the early part of the year including the Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District Foundation Scholarship.
The Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District Foundation Scholarship application opens online February 1st. The application can be found at the following link: http://www.cfausd-foundation.com/. All paper applications and required materials are due in Student Services no later than 4pm on Monday, March 6, 2023.
Additional scholarship information is updated regularly, and applications are available on the Student Services website under college planning at https://cfsd.chipfalls.k12.wi.us/schools/high/services/college-planning.cfm
Please email questions or concerns to Tiffany Michaud at scholarships@chipfalls.org.
Statewide ACT Testing for Juniors - March 7th
Students will need to complete pre-admission (mandatory) in order to take the test. Pre-administration will be completed during the TA period (date/time TBD).
Important Information For ACT Testing (March 7th)
- Testing will be electronic this year. More information will be sent out regarding electronic testing closer to the test date.
- Students will need to bring a photo ID (drivers license or school ID; school ID's can be reissued in the main office for a fee of $10)
- Students should also bring sharpened number 2 pencils with good erasers (no mechanical pencils or ink pens) and an ACT approved calculator
- All other personal items (such as backpacks, coats, etc) are not allowed in the testing room
- Absolutely no electronic devices are allowed in the testing room. This includes cell phones, smart watches, fitness bands, watches with alarms, etc.
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Juniors - Post-Secondary Planning
Have you considered going to a UW Two-Year College?
4 Year Colleges/Universities
The Bachelor’s or 4 year degree is designed to help you become more “well rounded.” In addition to your major or program of choice, you will take approximately two years of “general studies.” The other two years will be spent in classes that pertain to your major. Public and private universities tend to look for the same thing in admission candidates and are going to make admission decisions on GPA/class rank, ACT scores, and rigor of high school schedule. When decisions get more difficult they may consider additional factors like co-curricular, community involvement, or challenges that students have dealt with and overcome. Spring of the junior year is a great time to visit colleges. This allows you to tour campuses, ask questions, and get a general feel for the college and the experience. Can you see yourself living in that community for the next four-five years? Websites and virtual tours are a start, but there is no substitute for getting on campus. Students can begin applying in the fall of their senior year.
Private four year colleges offer the same kind of overall experience, but there are subtle differences. Many private schools offer smaller classes, better teacher to student ratios, even the opportunity to have unique experiences or engage in research earlier in your college career. Private schools may cost more, but they may also be able to offer more financial help to you in the form of scholarships. Therefore, don’t rule them out SOLELY based on cost.
In your college search, it’s always a good idea to identify your priorities and discuss as a family the pros and cons of the different options. If you’re looking for an internet-based search program, Xello (link on Student Services website) is a good place to start. Your username and password are the same ones you use as your school log in. If you are having trouble logging in, you may need to put CFA– in front of your username.
Technical Colleges.... A lot to offer
Military Service
Job Shadow Program
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Considering Early Graduation?
In order to be eligible for early graduation, senior students must be able to complete all required coursework and have all necessary credits by the end of the 2nd or 3rd quarters of their senior year. Early graduation is allowed following 2nd and 3rd quarters only. Any senior interested in early graduation should complete the Early Graduation Application form as soon as possible.
Application deadline for early graduation:
- January 24 (end of 2nd quarter) for April 4 graduation
What is ECCP and SCN?
Deadline to Apply:
- February 1 (for summer sessions)
- March 1 (for fall semester)
Criteria:
- Students must be a junior or senior, have a minimum cumulative grade point of 3.0, attendance rate of 90% or greater over the last year, display appropriate behavior/character as determined by school policies, Early College Credit and/or Start College Now courses must be related to the student’s future career path
Students interested in earning college credit while in high school should reach out to their school counselor. More information on these programs can be found HERE.
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The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
This month's resource spotlight is The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now known as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), and is now active across the United States.
When people call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors that are part of the existing Lifeline network. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary.
If you or someone you know are looking for resources or need someone to talk to, this is a great place to get both. Lifeline network is available 24/7 across the United States.
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Chi-Hi Student Services Calendar of Events
Below is a listing of events that the Student Services Department helps coordinate and/or promote. More specific information will be communicated through Infinite Campus notifications and/or in grade-level newsletters.
January 6 - Course selections due in Infinite Campus (current grades 9-11)
January 9 - Incoming Freshman Parent Information (sent electronically)
January 17-19 - Counselors present to 8th Grade
January 24 - Last day of 2nd Quarter, Early Graduation for qualifying seniors
January 25 - First Day of 3rd Quarter
January 30 - Last day to add/change a 3rd quarter class
February 7 - Last day to drop a 3rd quarter class for a study hall/flex
March 7 (Make-up March 21) - ACT State Assessment
April 4 - Last day of 3rd Quarter, Early Graduation for qualifying seniors
April 11 - Pre ACT (grades 9 & 10)
April 5 - First day of 4th Quarter
April 11 - Last day to add/change a 4th quarter class
April 19 - Last day to drop a 4th quarter class for a study hall/flex
May 1-12 - AP Testing
May 17 - Senior Scholarship Night
May 26 - Graduation
June 6 - Last day of school
June 10 - ACT (National Test Date)
How to Schedule an Appointment
Once the school year begins, students can schedule an appointment to see student services staff through google calendar. A link to their calendars is available on Student Services website: https://cfsd.chipfalls.k12.wi.us/schools/high/services/schedule-an-appointment.cfm
Electronic Newsletters
Student Services will be sending out electronic newsletters targeted to specific grade-level students and parents as the year progresses!
Graduation - Honor Cords
- Gold - 4.0
- Silver - 3.9 to 3.99
- White - 3.75 to 3.89
To view your current GPA, access your transcript on the Infinite Campus Student Portal under Documents.
Chi-Hi Student Services Office
Website: https://cfsd.chipfalls.k12.wi.us/high/services/
Location: 735 Terrill Street, Chippewa Falls, WI, USA
Phone: 715-726-2406 - 1179