SHS COUNSELING CORNER
WEEKLY UPDATE 3/20/2023
OUR INFORMATION
Email: shs@weldre4.org
Website: shs.weldre4.org
Location: 1200 Hidden Valley Pkwy, Severance, CO, USA
Phone: 970-833-7100
Upcoming Events
~ANNUAL FAMILY CHECK IN~
Mar 22nd ~ Navy Discussion (See below to sign up)
Mar 27 - 31 ~ Spring Break; No School
Apr 3rd ~ Aims Community College ( See below to sign up)
Apr 11th ~ University of Wyoming ( See below to sign up)
The Colorado State P.E.O. and Chapter U - Windsor P.E.O. are pleased to announce that applications are open for several scholarships available to Colorado female senior students. Specific to Severance High School and Windsor High School students are the Meryl Tozer Scholarship and the Marge Reiser Scholarship. Please see the flyer for additional information.
AIMS Community College
Navy Discussion
University of Wyoming
FREE APLICATION DAYS AT UNC
Apply to UNC for Free!
To inspire more Coloradans to earn a college degree, University of Northern Colorado is excited to host Free App Days on December 1, 2022, February 1, 2023 and April 1, 2023.
This is a fantastic opportunity to apply to college and save money. To get started, begin your online application using our Bear App or the Common App, save your application and then submit it. Use fee waiver code UNCFREEAPPDAY to save the $50 fee. It's that simple!
Angels Wings Foundation
Greetings,
My name is Amelia Williamson and I am the Scholarship Director for the Angels Wings Foundation (AWF). AWF has a rich history of funding schools and orphanages, supplying healthcare, and supporting various social services for children in Thailand, as well as supporting educational opportunities for Thai students in the United States. I am reaching out to inform you this year’s application is now open. I believe our scholarship would be of great interest to the community of Thai students affiliated with your organization and ask that you share this opportunity with them.
This unique scholarship is one of the only of its kind for the Thai community and is AWF Founder and President Porntip Bui Simon’s way of honoring the unique heritage that we should all take pride in. Applicants must have at least one Thai parent to qualify for consideration. The application deadline is June 23, 2023.
Many thanks in advance for your time and cooperation. Please visit our website www.angelswingsfoundation.org to learn more or click here for the application www.angelswingsfoundation.org/application. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (310) 972-0489 or amelia@angelswingsfoundation.org.
My best,
Amelia Williamson
Scholarship Director
Angels Wings Foundation, Intl.
@angelswingsfoundation
The Universal Scholarship is now open to all current seniors in the Weld RE-4 School District. There is one application with fourteen different local scholarships attached. Scholarships included on the Universal Scholarship Application are possible thanks to generous members and organizations within the Windsor/Severance community. Please read all directions carefully as you work through the application. The deadline is 9:00 A.M. MST, Tuesday, April 4, 2023 and no late or incomplete applications will be accepted. Contact scholarships@weldre4.org with questions.
What is the Weld RE-4 Universal Scholarship Application?
This scholarship application offers Weld RE-4 seniors the opportunity to apply for up to fourteen different local scholarships.
“Local” means that the scholarships that are listed are ONLY FOR SENIORS WHO WILL GRADUATE FROM SEVERANCE HIGH SCHOOL OR WINDSOR HIGH SCHOOL IN 2023. (Seniors who graduated in December 2022 may apply.)
“Universal Scholarship Application” means that you are filling out ONE application for MULTIPLE scholarships. Each scholarship has different criteria and may have additional requirements.
Accessing the Universal Scholarship Application:
Click on this Google Form to apply.
Universal Scholarship Submission Tips:
Access your transcript through your Campus Portal account. Go to “Documents”, then choose “Counselor Transcript Weighted”. This is the transcript that you will upload into your application.
GPA and Class Rank are found in the top left corner of your transcript. Report the “Weighted GPA” on your application.
Your SAT score can be found on your transcript under the heading “Standard Tests”
READ REQUIREMENTS FOR EACH SCHOLARSHIP THROUGHLY as you work through the application!
There are two sections below. The first section shows scholarships that are available to seniors graduating from Severance High School and Windsor High School. The second section shows scholarships that are available only to students from Windsor High School.
Upon successful submission, you will receive a copy of your responses. Responses may not be edited after submission. It is recommended that you have ALL responses and documentation ready to upload and submit in one session. To view all questions prior to starting the application, please click here.
Michael Ray Lee Foundation Scholarship
Michael (April 28, 1992-December 22, 2020), was educated in Greeley’s WCSD #6 and the Colorado School of Mines in Petroleum Engineering. Along with his commitment to a strenuous academic schedule, Mike pursued his passion for golf at both the high school and collegiate levels, becoming a distinguished amateur golfer, earning many titles and recognitions. Mike lived his life under the ideals of dedication to a strong work ethic in both academics and athletics; being positive, friendly and welcoming to others; and most importantly, the personal quality of integrity. This is the trait the family has chosen as the focus for the scholarship that bears his name.
Please visit michaelraylee.com to learn more about Michael; his commitments, his interests, his heart. You will see that Mike had a zest for life and had many more contributions to make. This scholarship is the Lee family’s way of continuing Michael’s legacy.
Scholarship Eligibility:
● A graduating senior from a Weld County School District 6, or surrounding area, school
● Pursuing a 4 year degree at an accredited college or university
● Accepted into a collegiate athletic program
● Completed application, supplemental additions, and essay
Scholarship Details:
● Two $5,000 scholarships will be awarded
● Scholarship funds will be paid directly to the college or university
Application Process:
1. Complete the following application. 2. Write an essay (500 words), on how you demonstrate integrity at home, school, athletics, and in the community. 3. Submit a copy of your transcript. 4. Submit two letters of recommendation, preferably from a teacher, coach, employer, etc. 5. Application, essay, and submissions are due by March 31, 2023 to either the address above or an online submission to jlee@michaelraylee.com 6. Scholarship recipients and their parents will be honored guests at the Mike Lee Memorial Golf Tournament banquet, held at the Aims Welcome Center, on June 5, 2023.
TBK Bank Scholars Program
TBK BANK SCHOLARS PROGRAM 2023
At TBK Bank, we know the value of education. We also know the value in helping train future leaders in the communities we serve. That’s why we’ve created the TBK Scholars Program: a $1,000 scholarship for fifteen hardworking students who qualify as low to moderate income, in keeping with standards set forth by the Community Reinvestment Act. We encourage any student living in a community served by TBK Bank and demonstrating financial need to apply.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Eligible students have the opportunity to complete and submit their applications beginning Wednesday, February 1st, 2023, and ending at the close of business on Friday, March 31st, 2023. Applications must be submitted in their entirety by either emailing it to scholarship@tbkbank.com or bringing it at any TBK Bank branch before the March 31st deadline. Program applicants do not need to be registered account holders with TBK Bank, SSB.
ATTENTION SENIORS AND JUNIORS
Experience Aims- High School Preview Day at the Aims Community College Greeley Campus on Friday, March 31st from 9:30am-2:30pm!
Experience Aims- High School Preview Day is geared toward junior and senior high school students who are interested in learning more about the academic programs and campus resources we have to offer. Students will have the opportunity to explore the campus, participate in hands-on activities led by Aims faculty, and attend information sessions held by student services staff.
~YOU WILL NEED TO PROVIDE YOUR OWN TRANSPORTATION, THIS IS HELD ON A NON SCHOOL DAY~
RYLA Leadership Training Program
Rotary believes in developing the next generation of leaders. Our programs help younger leaders build leadership skills, expand education and learn the value of service.
CLICK here for more information or see flyer below~
Deadline for Applications is March 30
SCHOLARSHIPS ~ APPLY NOW.. Some Deadlines are Quickly Approaching
Society of Women Engineers- https://www.swe-rms.org/scholarships.html
West Greeley Conservation District Scholarship- https://www.wgcd.org/education/scholarships/
Horatio Alger Association Scholarship- Juniors are eligible- https://scholars.horatioalger.org/horatio-alger-scholarship-applications/
Greeley Stampede Foundation Scholarship- https://www.greeleystampede.org/p/get-involved/scholarships
North Colorado Medical Center Foundation- https://weldlegacy.org/
Weld County Livestock- https://www.weldcountylivestock.com/scholarships
Town of Severance & SAFEbuilt Scholarship ~ Town of Severance & SAFEbuilt Scholarship | Severance, CO
Michael Ray Lee Foundation - Scholarship | Michael Ray Lee Foundation
Angels Wings Foundation - https://www.angelswingsfoundation.org/
Colorado State P.E.O - https://coloradopeo.org/colorado-scholarships-3/
Chapter U - Windsor P.E.O. - https://coloradopeo.org/wp-content/uploads/_pda/2023/02/PEO_ChptU_Windsor_2023Scholarship_Flyer.pdf
Optimist Club of Winsor - https://windsoroptimistclub.org/(X(1)S(chuofohzj5yucwsbiuzyhwvr))/Page/30564
Town of Severance & SAFEbuilt Scholarship
~Deadline is April 22nd~
~SUMMER PROGRAMS ~
FREE APPLICATION DAYS AT UNC
Apply to UNC for Free!
To inspire more Coloradans to earn a college degree, University of Northern Colorado is excited to host Free App Days on December 1, 2022, February 1, 2023 and April 1, 2023.
This is a fantastic opportunity to apply to college and save money. To get started, begin your online application using our Bear App or the Common App, save your application and then submit it. Use fee waiver code UNCFREEAPPDAY to save the $50 fee. It's that simple!
RaiseMe
Click on youtube link below to learn how!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SCHOLARSHIPS/ FINANCIAL AID~ WAS SENT OUT VIA EMAIL
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*Attention Seniors*
WHO IS MY COUNSELOR?
Last name: A-E
Email: michele.ferguson@weldre4.org
Erika Houtchens
Last name: F-K
Email: erika.houtchens@weldre4.org
Heather Taylor
Last name: L-R
Shallane Mullison
Last name: S-Z
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I MATTER ~ THREE FREE HEALTH SESSIONS FOR YOUTH
Colorado House Bill 21-1258 established this temporary behavioral health services program to provide access to mental health and substance use disorder services for youth, including addressing needs that may have resulted from the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is open to youth 18 years of age or younger or 21 years of age or younger if receiving special education services.
The program, called I Matter, is funded by the Colorado Department of Human Services, Office of Behavioral Health. The program provides up to 3 free behavioral health sessions for youth in Colorado and reimburses participating providers, which are licensed clinicians from agencies and independent contractors.
Visit https://imattercolorado.org/
HEADSPACE FOR TEENS IS FREE
What is Headspace?
Stressed out? Tired? Unfocused? All of the above? We’ve all been there. But what can you do about it? That’s where Headspace comes in. Headspace has hundreds of meditations and mindfulness exercises to help you learn the skills you need to be healthier and happier — and it was created by a former monk who knows quite a bit about all that stuff. Try it out and take some time to be kind to your mind today.
Sign up here https://www.headspace.com/teens
STRUGGLING WITH HOMEWORK, THERE IS FREE HELP! SEE BELOW:
UNITED WAY 211
Call 211 for help
A free and confidential service to find resources you need
- supplemental food and nutrition programs
- shelter and housing options and utilities assistance
- emergency information and disaster relief
- employment and education opportunities
- services for veterans
- health care, vaccination and health epidemic information
- addiction prevention and rehabilitation programs
- reentry help for ex-offenders
- support groups for individuals with mental illnesses or special needs
- a safe, confidential path out of physical and/or emotional domestic abuse