LHS Counselors' Corner
October 2020
We are here to support you!!!
Family resources for coping with COVID-19
The LHS Counselors have compiled many resources for parents and students, including how to talk to your children, look for signs of distress and ways to cope with COVID-19.
Articles
5 Ways to Help Teens Manage Anxiety About the Coronavirus
Anxiety and world news
Coronavirus anxiety: 4 ways to cope with fear
Managing anxiety age by age
Talking to kids about the coronavirus
Podcasts
Videos
Coronavirus video from Brain Pop video
Mindfulness Activities for Teens
Mindfulness worksheets
Smiling mind
Other Helpful Websites
www.cfchildren.org
www.secondstep.org/covid19support
www.adolescenthealth.org
www.thelearningcommunity.us
We LOVE our Principal!!!
World Teachers' Day - October 5, 2020
In 2020, World Teachers' Day will celebrate teachers with the theme “Teachers: Leading in crisis, reimagining the future.”
Since last spring, you have faced unprecedented challenges, and you've risen to them with grace, care, and excellence. Your dedication has kept children safe, engaged, and, most importantly, in community. We see you, and we thank you.
The LHS Counselors
Meet the LHS Counseling Department
Need to contact a counselor? Send an e-mail or click the links below. Counselors are available Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 3:40 pm.
(A – Gre) - Mrs. S. Burton sherryburton@lancasterisd.org or Request to contact Mrs.Burton
(Gri – Per) - Ms. L. Walker latricewalker@lancasterisd.org or Request to contact Ms. Walker
(Pes - Z) - Ms. N. Session nellisiatoliver@lancasterisd.org or Request to contact Ms. Session
College & Career Counselors - Mrs. B. White & Ms. M. Jones lhsccemail@gmail.com
or Request to contact LHS College & Career Center
Social Emotional Learning Counselor - Mrs. Meca Anderson mecaanderson@lancasterisd.org or Request to contact Mrs. Anderson
Counseling Department Secretary - Mrs. S. Tippit - shavondatippit@lancasterisd.org
Friendly Reminders!!
Sophomore Reminders
- Log into your classrooms daily.
- Turn in all assignments in a timely manner.
- Ask for help.
- Complete your credit recovery in APEX (if applicable).
- If you are in danger of failing, please attend tutoring and make contact with your teachers.
- Stay safe!! The counselors are here for you!
Junior Reminders
- Log into your classrooms daily.
- Turn in all assignments in a timely manner.
- Ask for help.
- Complete your credit recovery in APEX (if applicable).
- If you are in danger of failing, please attend tutoring and make contact with your teachers.
- Stay safe!! The counselors are here for you!
Senior Reminders
- Log into your classrooms daily.
- Turn in all assignments in a timely manner.
- Ask for help.
- Complete your credit recovery in APEX (if applicable).
- If you are in danger of failing, please attend tutoring and make contact with your teachers.
- Please e-mail shavondatippit@lancasterisd.org for transcript requests. Please include the name of the school and a valid email for undergraduate admissions.
- Stay safe!! The counselors are here for you!
Senior News You Can Use - October Priorities
2. Take the Promise Pledge
3. Register for ACT/SAT
4. Complete the FAFSA - application period opens October 1
5. Apply for Scholarships
THE DALLAS COUNTY PROMISE
https://dallascountypromise.org/
If you’re graduating from a participating high school in 2021, the Dallas County Promise scholarship covers the last-dollar cost of tuition at a partner college/university for a limited amount of time or until you complete your degree. The last-dollar scholarship covers any monies due for tuition that financial aid does not, but does not include the costs of textbooks, transportation, etc. You should begin planning to cover the costs of books, transportation to and from school, and other incidentals as soon as possible.
To receive the last-dollar scholarship, you must attend a participating high school and qualify for in-state tuition. Our partner colleges and universities do not require any essays, entrance exams, or ACT/SAT scores. However, select partners will require your family/household income not to exceed $50,000.
Whether you’re graduating with a diploma or an associate degree, there is an opportunity available for you with one of our partner institutions on 16 campuses across the Dallas-Fort Worth region.
THE DALLAS COUNTY PROMISE FOR SENIORS GRADUATING WITH A DIPLOMA
There are six partners offering scholarships, both unlimited and limited, to seniors graduating with a high school diploma – Dallas College, University of North Texas at Dallas, Midwestern State University, Texas A&M University – Commerce, Texas A&M University- Texarkana and SMU. Visit our Partner Page to review admission requirements and learn more.
Once you complete an associate degree (2-year) at one of the seven Dallas College campuses, you are eligible to transfer to partner four-year universities with your last-dollar scholarship guaranteed contingent on meeting income and GPA requirements. Students pursuing their associate and/or bachelor’s degree from a partner college/university must maintain eligibility and remain enrolled. For more information about what’s needed to maintain your scholarship and eligibility, review our policy document or contact us.
Graduation Requirements
Credit Classifications
Freshman: 0-4.5 credits
Sophomores: 5-11.5 credits
Juniors: 12-18.5 credits
Seniors: 19+ credits
Email: info@lancasterisd.org
Website: https://www.lancasterisd.org/domain/780
Location: 200 East Wintergreen Road, Lancaster, TX, USA
Phone: (972) 218-1400
Move This World!!
Bullying Prevention Week - 10/5 - 10/9
FALL/WINTER SCHOLARSHIPS
Omega Psi Phi - International Essay Contest - due 10/16/2020
Four College Scholarship Awards:
1st Scholarship: $5,000; 2nd Scholarship: $3,000; 3rd Scholarship: $2,000; 4th Scholarship: $1,000
Contest Closes: October 16, 2020
U.S. Service Academy – 2020 Nomination Application - Due 10/23/2020
Each year Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson has the privilege of nominating a limited number of people to four of the five service academies. The Academies provide a top-rate education, one that rivals universities in the Ivy League, and they do it without students incurring debt. Service Academies offer accredited baccalaureate degrees in many subjects, especially STEM careers.
I have enclosed a nomination application and flyer to provide to interested High school students. We are accepting applications! The deadline to submit a nomination application will be on Friday, October 23, 2020.
I would truly appreciate your assistance in sharing this information with ANY students interested in attending a U.S. Service Academy. Further information can be found on Congresswoman Johnson’s website (https://ebjohnson.house.gov/services/military-service-academies).
L3 Airline Academy High School Senior Merit Scholarship - due 11/30/2020
This scholarship is open to all seniors interested in becoming a commercial pilot
Eligibility Requirements:
*All L3Harris Scholarships must be used at L3Harris Flight Academy in Sanford, Florida.
Award information:
$35,000
Organization:
L3 Harris Flight Academy
Contact:
L3 Airline Academy, 2700 Flightline Avenue, Sandford, Florida, 32773 +1 407-430-4100
Website:
https://www.l3commercialaviation.com/airline-academy
Open/Closed Status:
Open
Deadline:
Monday, November 30, 2020
Award information:
$35,000
Category:
Merit
Renewable:
Non Renewable
I Have a Dream Scholarship - due 1/31/2021
Submit an online short written response (250 words or less) for the question: "We want to know... what do you dream about?, open to all students 13 years of age or older
Eligibility Requirements:
*Applicants must be residents of the US
Award information:
$1,500
Organization:
Unigo
Contact:
unigo.com/aboutus/contact
Website:
https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/i-have-a-dream-scholarship
Open/Closed Status:
Open
Deadline:
Sunday, January 31, 2021
Award information:
$1,500
Category:
Merit
Elementary/Middle School
Renewable:
Non Renewable
Technology Addiction Awareness Scholarship - due 1/31/2021
Young people spend an average of 7.5 hours a day consuming media--and this doesn't include computer use for schoolwork--according to the Kaiser Family Foundation. With technology always at the ready at your fingertips, it can be a challenge to unplug. But taking a break from technology is healthy for both the mind and body.The purpose of this scholarship is to help you understand the negative effects of too much screen time.
Eligibility Requirements:
*You must also be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.
Award information:
$1,000
Organization:
Digital Responsibility
Contact:
scholarship@digitalresponsibility.org
Website:
http://www.digitalresponsibility.org/technology-addiction-awareness-scholarship
Open/Closed Status:
Open
Deadline:
Sunday, January 31, 2021
Award information:
$1,000
Category:
Merit
Unusual
Renewable:
Non Renewable
More Scholarship & Internship Information
AES Engineering Scholarship
Description: Students must submit an essay of between 500 and 1000 words in answer
to the following question: When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it
take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or accomplishments
will be important on this journey? This award is available to high school seniors and all
students attending a post-secondary educational institution.
Amount: $500.
Closing Date: October 5
Website: https://aesengineers.com/scholarships.php
College Board Opportunity Scholarships
Description: The more effort you put in, the more opportunities you have to earn a
scholarship. Class of 2021 students, complete five of the six actions (Build, Practice,
Strengthen, Complete and Apply) and you're eligible to earn $40,000. Scholarships will
be awarded through monthly drawings to students who complete each action.
Amount: 100 Awards of $500. Each month
Closing Date: Monthly
Website: https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/
Courage To Grow Scholarship
Description: For Juniors and Seniors in high school or college student with a minimum
GPA of 2.5 or better. Must be a U.S. Citizen. Explain in 250 words or less why you
believe that you should be awarded this scholarship.
Amount: $500.
Closing Date: Monthly
Website: https://couragetogrowscholarship.com/
Embracing Our Differences Art Contest
Description: Submit a piece of art interpretation of the theme "enriching lives through
diversity and inclusion." Artists, professionals, amateurs, students – everyone can
participate.
Amount: 3 prizes at $1,000.
Closing Date: October 7
Website: https://www.embracingourdifferences.org/submit-art-2021-exhibit/#/
National YoungArts Competition
Description: Must be a citizen of the United States or permanent resident/green card
recipient (copy of the documentation is required in the application). Be in grades 10–12
or 15–18 years of age on December 1 of the year you are applying. Have not already
been named a YoungArts finalist and previously attended National YoungArts.
Amount: Up to $10,000. Mentorship, Support, National Recognition
Closing Date: October 16
Website: http://www.youngarts.org/apply
Innovation In Education Scholarship
Description: Must have designed an innovative project that makes a difference in the
lives of others (this could be a website, series of blogs, an app, fundraising event, etc.)
Submit an essay describing the goal of a project and provide supporting
documentation. Available for High School or College/University students, 3.0 GPA and
US Citizen.
Amount: $500.
Closing Date: October 20 (it is offered monthly)
Website: https://www.latutors123.com/scholarships/innovation-in-education/
Horatio Alger Association Scholarship
Description: Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross
family income is required). Be involved in co-curricular and community service
activities. Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity. Maintain a
minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0
Amount: 106 Scholarships at $25,000.
Closing Date: October 25
Website: https://scholars.horatioalger.org/about-our-scholarship-programs/nationalscholarships/
Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship Program
Description: The Cooke College Scholarship Program is an undergraduate scholarship
program available to high-achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek
to attend and graduate from the nation's best four-year colleges and universities.
General criteria include intending to enroll full time at an accredited four year
institution, 3.5 GPA, demonstrates financial needs. Will consider applicants with family
income up to $95K. Last year’s cohort had a median family income of approximately
$35K.
Amount: Up to $40,000. per year to attend a four-year accredited undergraduate
school.
Closing Date: October 30
Website: https://www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/college-scholarship-program/
Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship
Description: High school (or home school) seniors who will graduate during the 2020-
2021 academic school year. And planning to pursue a degree at an accredited postsecondary
institution. Recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their
commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. Open to
U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, U.S. Permanent Residents, Refugees, Asylees, Cuban-
Haitian Entrants or Humanitarian Parolees.
Amount: 150 Scholars selected at $20,000.
Closing Date: October 31
Website: https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Youth Scholarship
Description: High School students 9th -12thgrades. Democratic and patriotic essay.
Theme: Is This the Country the Founders Envisioned?
Amount: $1,000 - $30,000. to go to a University, College, Vocational or Technical
School of choice
Closing Date: October 31
Website: https://www.vfw.org/PatriotsPen/?Action=SkipLogin&cookieCheck=true
Note: A Middle School Scholarship (Patriots Pen Youth Essay Contest) is available as
well. Theme: What is Patriotism? Award: $5,000. Same deadline.
OTHERS THAT ARE OPEN/UPCOMING DEADLINES:
Burger King McLamore Foundation Scholars Program
Description: U.S. Citizen, Graduating High School Senior, Cumulative GPA of 2.5
minimum or higher, Plan to enroll full-time at an accredited two-four year college,
university or vocational technical school.
Amount: Up to $1,000.
OPENING DATE: October 15. Deadline: December 15
Website: https://burgerking.scholarsapply.org/
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship
Description: To be eligible, student must be a graduating high school senior; plan to
attend an accredited four-year institution, show leadership potential, demonstrate a
dedication to community service, show proof of financial need, be a U.S. Citizen and
have a minimum SAT score of 1,000 combined math and reading or a composite ACT
score of 21.
Amount: Up to $30K. over 4 years.
Closing Date: November 1
Website: http://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/applicants/
Texas Music Educators Association Scholarship
Description: For students interested in becoming a teacher with a commitment to music
education. Must enter as a full-time student in a Texas College or University in the Fall
of 2021.
Amount: Several scholarships available, visit website for additional information.
Closing date: November 1
Website: https://www.tmea.org/scholarships/
The Dream.US
Description: For DREAMers who live in states where they effectively have no access to
college – either because they face paying out-of-state tuition or because their state will
simply not admit them into its universities.
Amount: $20K/yr. renewable over four years
Note: Currently Closed
OPENING DATE: November 1
Website:https://www.thedream.us/scholarships/opportunity-scholarship/
Hispanic Heritage Foundation Youth Awards
Description: Be currently enrolled in high school graduating Spring of 2021, Planning
on enrolling in accredited higher education institution, Have minimum unweighted 3.o
GPA, Be of Hispanic heritage (includes Spain, Brazil, Philippines), Be a U.S. Citizen,
Permanent Resident, or qualify under DACA.
Amount: $1,000.
Closing Date: December 6
Website:https://hhfawards.hispanicheritage.org/2020/forms/welcome.php
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Scholarship, internship, fellowship and support
services
Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)
United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
WELCOME TO UNCF SCHOLARSHIPS, PROGRAMS, INTERNSHIPS, AND
FELLOWSHIPS!
National Honor Society Scholarship
Since 1946, more than $15 million in scholarships has been awarded to outstanding NHS senior members. The scholarship program is supported by the parent organization of NHS, the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP).
The NHS Scholarship application process is now open. Click here to access the application.
Eligible senior NHS members can learn more about the application process by watching this NHS Scholarship webinar on demand.
Eligibility
- Must be a current high school senior graduating with the class of 2021
- Must be an active NHS member in good standing with a verified student account
- Must be enrolled at a school with an active NHS chapter
- Must be planning to enroll at a U.S. college or university in Fall, 2021
How to Apply
- NHS Members must create a student account before they can access the NHS Scholarship application.
- The NHS adviser must verify the student’s membership before the student can begin the application.
- Important: Applicants should not attempt to access the application until they receive confirmation that their adviser has verified their account.
- Verified NHS members may start the NHS Scholarship Application beginning on October 1.
- All applications must be accompanied by one recommendation, and certification by the NHS adviser by the deadline in order to be considered complete. Incomplete applications are not evaluated.
View detailed information in the NHS Scholarship Application Guides:
- NHS Scholarship Application Overview
- NHS Scholarship Student Application Guide – All applicants should read and download this guide prior to starting the application process.
- NHS Scholarship Adviser Guide
- NHS Scholarship Recommender Guide – Applicants should share this guide with their selected recommender.
Timeline:
- NHS Scholarship Application process opens: Thursday, October 1, 2020 at 9 a.m. (ET)
- NHS Scholarship Deadline: Tuesday, December 1 at 5 p.m. (ET).
- Award Selection Notification: April 2021
- Scholarship acceptance or deferral request deadline: July 1, 2021
- Scholarship Disbursement: Checks are mailed in early August 2021.
Award Distribution:
1 National Winner – $25,000 scholarship
24 national finalists – $5,625 scholarship
575 national semifinalists – $3,200 scholarship
Total scholarships awarded: 600
Total scholarship distribution: $2 million
Additional Scholarship Information
The National Honor Society is committed to helping students achieve their secondary education goals, and provides the following resources to students and their families to help with the planning process.
Prepare for College from the Comfort of your Home Computer
NHS and NJHS members have exclusive access to an annual college readiness webinar series, featuring leading experts on a variety of topics.
Looking for the NHS Scholar Dollars tool? We recently retired it and are looking into new ways to bring more scholarship resources to students in our networks. In the interim, please visit the College Greenlight and College Board Big Future sites for comprehensive free information and also peruse NASSP’s Approved Contests, Activities list.
Search for Additional Scholarships
National Honor Society Webinar Series
LeadYoung Forum: A Changemaker Conversation (Webinar)
Topic
LeadYoung Forum: A Changemaker Conversation
Description
How does leading young lead to discovering your full potential?
Join us for this special conversation between a young adult and a social entrepreneur describing their changemaker journeys in their teenage years. Through reflection, this conversation will explore the early steps they took to finding their power, advice for forming teams and practicing a new form of leadership, the supportive environment and allies they had, and the setbacks and challenges along the journey. This session will leave young people fired up to find their own leadership and changemaking power with resources for more inspiration and advice for the “first steps” to changemaking.
Time
Oct 7, 2020 02:00 PM
Navigating the FAFSA
Topic
Navigating the FAFSA
Description
FAFSA completion is necessary to be considered for federal student financial aid, as well as for states and colleges determining eligibility for other financial aid. Expert presenters will provide plain-language instructions, plus practical advice and resources to make this important step in the college application process as stress-free as possible.
Time
Oct 15, 2020 06:00 PM
The College Essay: Tips to Writing an Impactful Statement
Topic
The College Essay: Tips to Writing an Impactful Statement
Description
Writing about yourself can be difficult, but it’s important to share your own unique story in your college essay. This session features guided activities and writing strategies to help applicants shine in preparing a personal statement.
Time
Oct 29, 2020 06:00 PM