Thankful to be a part of UHS!
November, 2021
Benefits of Expressing Gratitude
Did you know expressing your gratitude is a great coping skill to manage stress or anxiety? When we express gratitude or receive the same, our brain releases dopamine and serotonin, the two crucial neurotransmitters responsible for our emotions which make us feel 'good'. So the next time you are having a bad day, stressed about all the work you have to do, or just needing a boost to your day... try expressing your gratitude and see how you feel!
Important Dates:
November 12- NO SCHOOL
November 17- College Credit Plus Meeting
November 19- Sophomore "Hands on Day" @ CTEC
November 24-26- Thanksgiving Break (No School)
Check-In with the Counselor
Use the forms below to check-in with me monthly so I know how you are doing and what support you or your classmates may need.
ANNUAL COLLEGE CREDIT-PLUS INFORMATION NIGHT!
Interested in taking College Credit Courses AND earn High School credits at the same time? Join us for our annual college-credit plus information night!
Visit the College Credit Plus page on the counseling website for more information on CCP or schedule a meeting with your school counselor if you're unable to attend the meeting.
College Rep Visits
JUNIORS & SENIORS
Take advantage of the many College Rep visits here at Utica High School during U-Time!
*Pay attention to your emails as more college rep visits are subject to change!*
Applying to College
Requesting Transcripts
Send me an email with the college(s) you are applying to, when you need the transcript submitted by, and where I should send them (CommonApp, SendU, admissions email, etc.). OR you can pop in the guidance office and let me or Mrs. Woodard know.
Letters or Recommendation Request
If you are wanting myself (or any other staff member) to write you a letter of recommendation, be sure that you are asking them personally (not just sending them the link to your application). Additionally, ask them at least two weeks in advance if not more and provide a DATE in which you need it by.
If you have requested a recommendation from me (or if you will be), please use the link below to allow me to include any and all accomplishments and goals you have that I can speak of, on top of what I know of you personally.
Adult Education & the Workforce
Are you interested in adult education opportunities at CTEC? Check out their Adult Education Catalog! Want to explore them in person? Reach out to me and let's set something up!
Wanting to go straight into the workforce after graduation but not sure where to apply? There are various opportunities within Licking County.. reach out to me and let's explore the job opportunities that would best work for you!
FAFSA
Be sure to check with the colleges you are applying to for FAFSA Priority Dates.. not sure what that is? If you would like to receive "priority" consideration for need-based financial aid and scholarships, you must submit your FAFSA application by your colleges deadline. You can still fill out the FAFSA application after that deadline, however, funding may be limited.
Going to a trade school or CTEC for adult education? You can still apply for FAFSA and receive financial assistance!
Use these links for additional help in obtaining a federal student aid I.D. and filling out the FAFSA forms:
SCHOALRSHIPS
Do you want FREE MONEY?!?
APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS!
The following scholarship opportunities close in December/January! APPLY NOW!
December 15- Equitable Excellence Scholarship
December 15- BK Scholars
December 31- Imagine America
January 2022- G.E.- Reagan Scholarship Program
January 13- Air Force ROTC Scholarship
January 15- Mensa Education & Research Foundation Scholarship
January 2022- Charles Warren Memorial Heritage Scholarship
January 15- JFK Profile in Courage Essay Contest
January 2022- Licking County Foundations Scholarships (OPEN NOW!)
January 26- OSU Alumni Scholarship- SAC
January 31- AIAA Scholarships
January 31- Union Plus Scholarship Program
January 31- John H. McConnel Scholarship
Full list of additional scholarships available in the counseling office!
interested in a Career & Technical Program? Check out this scholarship!
July 15th deadline, w/ awards given out on a rolling basis- Horatio Agler Association, Career & Technical Scholarship
School Counseling Department
Mrs. Taylor Piatak
Email: tmcgonigle@northfork.k12.oh.us
Website: https://www.northfork.k12.oh.us/GuidanceOffice.aspx
Location: 260 North Jefferson Street, Utica, OH, USA
Phone: 740-892-2072
Twitter: @UHSGuidance