Counselor Connection
January 13, 2023
Registration for 2023-2024 School Year
Counselor Registration Assistance
Counselor appointments fill quickly during the registration window. Counselors have reserved Wednesday, January 18th, 2023 for questions and registration assistance on a walk-in basis all day. Students can drop-in during a study hall, between classes, or PAWS. Additionally, counselors will be available in the cafeteria during all lunches January 23-26th.
EHS Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) Information
Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) is a program that allows highly motivated 11th- and 12th-grade students to earn college credit while still in high school, through enrollment in and successful completion of college-level courses. With traditional PSEO, these courses are generally offered on the campus of the postsecondary institution; some courses are offered online. The cost of tuition, course fees, and textbooks is covered by the Minnesota Department of Education.
We will be hosting a required PSEO information session for any current 10th and 11th grade student interested in pursuing PSEO for the 2023-2024 school year on Thursday, February 2nd from 9:00-9:40 am in Lecture Room C. Students can register to attend the information session HERE. (Only students logged in with their school google account will be able to access the form)
Students should still register for a full year of EHS classes for the 2023-2024 school year even if they plan on taking PSEO classes. The MN State Department of Education deadline for notifying EHS about your intention to participate in PSEO is May 30th.
Seniors: Eagan Community Foundation Scholarship Application Opens 1/18/23
The Eagan Community Foundation scholarship application process will open the evening of January 18th and will close the evening of February 24th. We expect to have about 100 scholarships totaling over $100,000. Students can learn more about the process and apply here: https://www.eaganfoundation.org/apply-for-a-scholarship
Every student is encouraged to submit an application! Awards are based on a variety of criteria including community involvement, those with military parents, those who have persevered through hardships in life, participation in sports and school activities, academic merit and financial need. Only scholarships that are based on financial need require a copy of the front page of your Student Aid Report (SAR) from the FAFSA. Be sure and file your FAFSA by the scholarship deadline.
Applications will be accepted until February 24, 2023. Visit www.eaganfoundation.org for details.
Seniors: Bilingual and Multilingual Seals and World Language Certificates Test Registration
Bilingual and Multilingual Seals and World Language Certificates are provided to high school graduates who demonstrate the required levels of language proficiency in speaking, writing, reading and listening for languages other than English, including American Sign Language (ASL) and American Indian (indigenous) languages, regardless of how the language was learned. (Bilingual and multilingual seals are awarded upon graduation. World language proficiency certificates can be awarded when students meet proficiency requirements.)
Testing for students that speak languages other than English for seals and certificates will be April 4th, 2023. District website with more information
Registration Form (Registration due 2/27)Recibe Ayuda EN ESPAÑOL Aplicando A FAFSA O MN Dream Act FAFSA Night for Spanish Speakers
January 26th, 2023
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Apple Valley High School
14450 Hayes Rd, Apple Valley MN 55124
District-Wide Event: Spanish speaking representatives from Normandale and Inver Hills, coming to help Latino families apply for FAFSA and MNDream Act.
Evento para todo el distrito: representantes de habla hispana de Normandale e Inver Hills, que vienen a ayudar a las familias latinas a solicitar FAFSA y MN Dream Act.
ACT Registration Deadline
The late registration deadline for the February 11th National ACT is January 20th. Visit www.actstudent.org to register. ALL EHS Juniors are currently scheduled to be taking the ACT during the school day on April 4th (no registration required).
Paid Opportunity: Tobacco-Free Alliance
Tobacco-Free Alliance (TFA) is seeking a small group of 9th-11th grade students who are passionate about the environment to be a part of our “Vape Waste Team” in Dakota County. This is a paid opportunity!*
The “Vape Waste Team” will assess awareness of the environmental impacts of e-cigarette/vaping devices and the current social, cultural, and environmental factors influencing device disposal practices among youth. Based on their assessment, the team will help TFA create messages and strategies to address proper e-cigarette disposal in schools, community outdoor space settings, and other community institutions.
The “Vape Waste Team” will start meeting with TFA in spring 2023 and continue work through fall 2023 with the opportunity to continue and expand the group into the next school year.
Interested students are encouraged to apply through this application link:https://forms.gle/6zLXDuitEU5KrkER7
The application deadline is Friday, January 20th, 2023. Candidates will be interviewed over Zoom and the team selected by February 17th, 2023.
For additional information or questions, please contact: melissa@mntobaccofreealliance.orgSummer Paid Job: MN Department of Transportation Urban Youth Corps
MnDOT’s Metro District is kicking off recruitment for the Urban Youth Corps summer highway maintenance work program. Flyer can be found HERE
Summer 2023 work at 3 urban core MnDOT truck stations: Cedar1900 East 66th ST, Richfield, MN 55423; Camden 3636 N Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55412; 244 Maryland Ave E, St Paul, MN 55117
Students ages 16 to 19 years of age and
BIPOC Student Scholarships
MN Association of Counselors of Color is excited to provide college scholarships for students of color in Minnesota. Students who are awarded this scholarship will receive a one-time award ranging between $1,000 to $2,500 to be used towards their education at a MnACC Member Institution during the 2023-2024 academic year.
The Presidential Scholarship is a $2,500 one-time award that recognizes at least one student who has demonstrated strong academic achievement and a clear commitment to one or more of the areas outlined above. This award is presented on behalf of the current president and executive board members at their discretion. DEADLINE TO APPLY: MARCH 24, 2023
https://www.mnacc.org/Scholarships
WomEn’s Leadership Scholarships
Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 WomEn’s Leadership Forum will be awarding FIVE $1500 scholarships. The recipients will also be recognized at our event on March 10, 2023 at the Radisson Blu – Mall of America.
The application can be completed here: http://www.dcrchamber.com/form/view/28271
Applications will be accepted until Monday, January 30 at 5:00 PM.
Scholarships will be awarded to young women attending high school in Dakota who are pursuing futures in high-demand careers that require certification or licensure. Specifically, these should be areas in greatest demand in Dakota County:
Information Technology
Health Care Services
Construction & Manufacturing
Transportation
T2 Grade/Pass Option Deadline is January 27, 2023:
1. Students may take ONE class per trimester with the Grade/Pass Option. 2. With a final course grade of 60% or more and completed essential learning tasks, students have an OPTION to receive their course grade, or a “P”. It is the student’s responsibility to communicate this choice to their instructor. 3. With a grade of “P”, students will RECEIVE CREDIT for the course. 4. A grade of “P” will NOT count toward 24 credit “honors status” at graduation. 5. A grade of “P” has NO EFFECT on Grade Point Average (GPA).
The application and more details for Grade/Pass option is available HERE (Only students logged in with their google account will be able to access the form.)
Peer Tutors Available
EHS has Peer Tutors available to help with classes students are struggling in. Our Peer Tutors meet with students in person or virtually (Zoom, FaceTime, etc.) and can provide assistance with homework and studying for tests.
Sign up HERE to request a Peer Tutor. (Only students logged in with their school google account will be able to access the form)
The EHS Counseling Office staff will be in touch as soon as the students are matched up with a Peer Tutor. Please allow 3 to 5 school days of time after the request is submitted to be matched.
Gap Year 101 Webinar
Join us for this Gap Year 101 webinar to get the most up to date information about planning a gap year. Tune in to learn the ins and outs of gap year planning from an expert gap year counselor & gap year alum, Holly Bull of the Center for Interim Programs, then get all your questions answered during an interactive Q&A.
Thursday, January 26, 2023
7:00-7:45 pm EST
More information and registration
College/Military Visits
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. Students should register on Naviance for both virtual AND/OR in person college visits. Registration instructions video. 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 / Military visits for the Week of January 16, 2023
Thursday, January 19th: United States Air Force - 1:00 p.m.
*** Students can register on Naviance for any of these visits.
** If students would like to attend any of these college visits, they can register on Naviance.
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
EHS Student Support Specialist
Samson Ghirmai
samson.ghirmai@district196.org
651-683-6977
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