CHHS 3C's Counselor Connection
CHARACTER - COLLEGE - COPING
APRIL 2022
Hello Everyone!
This newsletter will be sent out every month to keep you up to date on topics related to our 3C's- Character, College & Coping!
Ann Wang- A-Co
Chandra Manuel- Cr-Ha
Christina Robles- He-Me
Leslie Walden- Mi-R
Faylinn Habermehl- S-Z
Amanda Vargas- Lead Counselor
Robin Davis - Student Advocate Counselor
Dr. James DePetro - Licensed School Psychologist
Heather Hedges- Student Data Coordinator
Glenda Cherry- Registrar
Christina Howard- Counseling Office Clerk
Watch a short introduction video of the counseling department here.
CHHS COUNSELING DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT
CHHS Counseling focuses on our 3Cs (Character, College and Coping) to empower the whole student, while enabling us to support the school vision of PRIDE (Personally Reaching and Inspiring Discovery in Everyone). Through our 3Cs approach and collaboration with all stakeholders, we envision that all students will have success in achieving their potential in academics, social interactions and career aspirations while also becoming productive and contributing members of an ever-changing world
CHHS COUNSELING DEPARTMENT VISION STATEMENT
It is the mission of the Colleyville Heritage High School Guidance and Counseling Department to develop and deliver a comprehensive school counseling program that is data-driven, collaborative and promotes our 3Cs (Character, College and Coping) approach. We are committed to focusing on the whole high school student, both present and future, and advocating for all students to have equal access and opportunity to all that our school has to offer in order to prepare them for success in the future.
Our counseling website has SOOOOOOOO much information! Check it out!
- Rankings- Top 10% and Quartile Cutoffs
- Arena Scheduling Information
- GO Center Information and link to website
- Social/Emotional Support Resources
- Transcript Request Information
- Resources for each grade level
- Senior Recommendation Letter Request Form
Need to Speak With Your Counselor?
- Email your counselor directly. You can find your counselor's email address on our website.
- You can also sign-in to see your counselor and we will either call you down from class or schedule a WebEx meeting. The sign-in form is also available on our website.
PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO REACH OUT WITH QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS.
IMPORTANT RESOURCES
GCISD COVID-19 RESOURCES
Please visit www.GCISD.net/COVID19 for lots of resources from the District pertaining to COVID-19. There you can find updated frequently asked questions, current GCISD COVID-19 protocols, information on the GCISD COVID-19 Testing Center, information on remote conferencing, statistics regarding COVID-19 cases in GCISD and more.
Recursos de GCISD sobre COVID-19
Por favor visite www.GCISD.net/COVID19 para acceder a muchos recursos del Distrito sobre COVID-19. AllĂ, se puede encontrar preguntas frecuentes actualizadas, protocolos actuales de GCISD sobre COVID-19, informaciĂłn sobre el Centro de Pruebas para COVID-19 en GCISD, informaciĂłn sobre las conferencias remotas, y estadĂsticas sobre los casos de COVID-19 en GCISD y más.
Counseling Resources
Upcoming Events
- FAFSA Application Opens for Seniors: October 1
- Upcoming Senior Arena Window: April 4-6
- Future Planning Hours: April 6
- Parent/Student Anxiety Presentation: April 12
- Credit by Exam Registration: April 15
- Upcoming Junior Arena Window: April 13-15
- Upcoming Sophomore Arena Window: April 27-29
Schedule Information 2022-2023
Arena Scheduling Dates
- Upcoming Senior Arena Window: April 4-6
- Virtual College Access Week: April 11-14
- Upcoming Junior Arena Window: April 13-15
- Upcoming Sophomore Arena Window: April 27-29
- Schedule Adjustment Window: May 16-18
- Error Adjustment Window: August 1-3
Need Help With Arena
- Before School @ 7:30am
- During all lunches
- After School until 4:30pm
Student Volunteers will also be on hand for the upcoming sophomore/current freshman arena window.
Arena Scheduling - How it Works
- Students will have access to the master schedule, only for those courses in their course selection, on Friday April 1st. During a student's arena window they are able to create their schedule from available classes beginning at 7:30am on Day 1 through 11:59pm on Day 3. During this window, it is the student's responsibility to create a full 8 period schedule, including teacher aide and release periods.
- If a student is unable to schedule a full 8 periods, he/she needs to fill out the CONFLICT form which can be found on the CHHS counseling website.
- Schedule Adjustment Window: If a student wishes to change something/anything in his/her schedule, they MUST fill out the schedule adjustment form on the CHHS Counseling Website. This form will be available May 16th @ 7:30am until 4:10pm May 18th.
Panther Ready for Extra Practice (PREP)
PREP Is BACK!
- Homework, group projects, study time
- Seat time and detentions
- Tutoring
- Service Hours
- Test Center
- Late Bus Available
- Edgenuity Credit Recovery for 2020-2021 Classes
See pictures below for more information. Reach out to your counselor for more information.
FAFSA - SENIOR GRADUATION REQUIREMENT
FAFSA Requirement
New Financial Aid Graduation Requirement
Beginning this year, all seniors must complete one of the following steps in order to comply with Texas Education Code (TEC), §28.0256 in order to graduate:
- Complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); or
- Complete and submit a Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA); or
- Submit a signed opt-out form (English) (Spanish)
Review complete information about how to complete this requirement here in English and Spanish. ALL students are must comply to graduate.
If you do not wish for your student to complete a FAFSA or TASFA, an opt-out form may be completed by a parent or guardian, a student age 18 years or older ora school counselor who authorizes the student to decline to complete and submit the application for good cause. If you wish to opt-out, please use one of the forms below:
Financial Aid Application Opt-Out Form
Financial Aid Application Opt-Out Form - SPANISH
After you have submitted your FAFSA/TASFA paperwork, please send one method of proof or your opt-out form to your high school counseling office After you have submitted your FAFSA/TASFA paperwork, please send one method of proof or your opt-out form to your high school counseling office no later than May 1, 2022.
Tips for FAFSA
Before starting make sure you
- Create an FSA ID for the student and parent
- SSN and Driver's License numbers/cards ready
- Student W-2s and tax returns (if applicable)
- Parent W-2s and tax returns
- Bank Statements
- Business Financial Statements
- Citizenship records (if applicable)
CBE - Credit by Exam
- If a student is hoping to earn initial credit for a class, he/she must earn an 80 or above on the exam.
- If a student is hoping to regain lost credit due to a failing grade or denied credit due to absences, he/she must earn an 70 or above on the exam.
- Students are only able to take a CBE twice, if they fail to obtain the necessary grade after two attempts they will need to take the class in the classroom or through correspondence.
Please see the link and calendar below for more information and GCISD Registration and Exam Dates. The next registration deadline is April 13, 2022.
Dual 2022-2023 Information
- PAST DUE - Exemption scores submitted or completion of TSI Test
- April 29th - Register for Classes
There is still limited availability if you are interested in dual for 2022-2023, please email ann.wang@gcisd.net if it is the right fit for you.
Taking Gov/Eco in the Summer? Try Dual
FUTURE PLANNING HOUR
SENIORS READ THIS
TCC College Access: http://tinyurl.com/tcc21
Virtual college and career lessons and resources for high school students: Texas College Bridge, College and Career Support from CollegeForward.org: https://collegeforward.org/college-resources/texas-college-bridge-college-and-career-support/
Upcoming Scholarships
- TexTESOL V: Due 4/4
- Colleyville Garden Club: Due 4/6
- National Society of Professional Engineers (Fort Worth Chapter): Due 4/15
- Blaze Forward Program (UT-Arlington): Due 4/18 - see Canvas Class of 2022 for information that must be submitted to UTA in order to automatically be entered.
- Frederick Douglass Republicans of Tarrant County: Due 4/23
- Life Association Scholarship: Due 5/1
- American College Foundation - Due 5/1 (All Grade Levels)
- Penrose Foundation for Hispanic Students: Due 5/15 - Canvas Class of 2022 for more information and to download application.
- Fort Worth Chapter of the Association of Old Crows: Due 5/21 (email ann.wang@gcisd.net for application packet)
- PixelPlex STEM Scholarship for STEM: Due 6/5
- College Board Opportunity Scholarships: Ongoing
GCISD Scholarship Page
Don't Forget
- Please Note - as soon as we receive the 2021-2022 scholarship application for organizations, we will update the due date and amount. Before completing the application be sure it is for the 2021-2022 school year.
- Seniors, please be looking for college specific scholarships as well at the school to which you are applying. These scholarships can be found on the college/university website.
Please visit the State and National Scholarship Page for more opportunities.
US Service Academies Admissions Forum
Du'Vall's Cosmetology & Esthetics Open House
QUESTBRIDGE
Summer Program
Applying to college can seem daunting, and the prospect of paying for it can seem even more overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. The College Prep Scholars Program equips high-achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds with the knowledge, confidence, and resources to apply to top colleges.
Why apply as a junior? Being a College Prep Scholar is a notable distinction that shows our college partners that you are a competitive candidate for admission. In addition, your application will automatically carry over for the National College Match when you’re a senior, giving you a head start on applying for a full four-year scholarship to our college partners. College Prep Scholars are nearly five times more likely than other applicants to receive full four-year scholarships through the National College Match.
Watch an information video here.
College Board Opportunity Scholarship - Easiest Scholarships to Earn
YES JUNIORS YOU CAN WIN NOW.
Please visit the Opportunity Scholarships Website for more information and to start your journey.
JUNIORS READ THIS
INFORMATION FOR SENIORS
TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS
SENIORS - RECOMMENDATION LETTERS
FAFSA Information
FAFSA https://fafsa.ed.gov/ - CHHS School Code: 441408
- Based on parental/guardian financial status
- Request your FSA ID now - takes 2-3 days for authorization.
- FAFSA - Opens Oct. 1 and should be completed as soon as possible
- 2022-2023 FAFSA application will use 2020 tax return
- FAFSA funds are distributed on a first come first serve basis
- Completion of the application takes approximately 20-30 minutes providing you have information necessary with you at the time of application including parents prior income tax return.
- Types of aid include: Scholarships, Grants, Work-Study, Loans-last option
NCAA - Are You Planning to Play Sports in College
2020-21 Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete
The 2020-21 Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete is now available for download! The guide is designed to assist you, athletic directors, coaches, college-bound student-athletes and their families with understanding the initial-eligibility process.Click here to retweet our guide update and share with your student-athletes and their families! You may also find the guide on the High School Portal and NCAA.org. If you'd like to purchase copies of the guide, please visit NCAApublications.com.
You can access the 2021-2022 Student Handbook here.
INFORMATION FOR UNDERCLASSMEN
NCAA
- Students planning on play sports in college - please remind your counselors every time you see them.
- Make sure to set up an account within the NCAA Eligibility Center.
- Corecoursegpa.com will help facilitate you through the NCAA Eligibility Center
SAVE THE DATE: College Access Week
CHHS first ever Virtual College Access Week is on April 11-14, 2022! Join us to learn about the college admissions process and meet college & university representatives.
Please register to attend this event: https://virtualcollegeaccessweek.visitdays.io/conventions/689
You’ll be able to attend live virtual sessions offered by colleges and universities, watch on-demand videos, chat with admissions reps and schedule meetings for later.
Agenda
Day 1 (04/11): Admissions Workshops
Day 2 (04/12): Financial Aid & Scholarships
Day 3 (04/13): Virtual Campus Tours
Day 4 (04/14): Campus Life & Student Organizations
Live sessions will occur each day from 11am-2pm and 5pm-7pm.
If you have any questions or need help registering, please contact support@visitdays.com !
Virtual College Fairs
INFORMATION FOR ALL STUDENTS
First Generation Students
Visit the most recent First Generation Newsletter here.
GCISD College Visit Videos
Did you know GCISD counselors have had the privilege of traveling to colleges around the state and nation to visit GCISD alumni and admissions officers in order to get an insider's perspective on the college admissions process?
Click here to view the videos from each of our visits. We will continue to add videos as we make more visits. We hope you enjoy this resource!
The College Tour
Hosted by Alex Boylan, each episode of The College Tour tells the story of a single college through the lens of its students.
Join us for a truly one-of-a-kind series featuring colleges and universities in a way they have never been seen before!
Visit the website for more information.
Grade Level Canvas
Please click the link below to join your class Canvas course for announcements and updates from counselors and administrators today:
Volunteer Opportunities
INFORMATION FOR PARENTS
Community Service Ambassador Program
CSAP is coordinated on behalf of CHHS by the Volunteer Community Service Ambassador Committee with support from the CHHS Counseling Office. The program is designed to encourage all 9th-12th grade CHHS students to serve their community by performing at least 100 hours of approved community service. Students meeting this requirement will be recognized as Community Service Ambassadors upon graduation, and will be eligible to purchase a special cord for their graduation robes.
Full program guidelines for Community Service Ambassador Program, and service hour logs can be found on the CSAP Website.
Students may turn their cards directly into the counseling office and place them in the red CSAP collection box OR they may email a copy of their card to their CSAP class liaison. ONLY HARD COPY OF YELLOW FORMS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Class Liaison Contacts:
Class of 2022: chhsambassadors2022@gmail.com
Liaison-Debra Hurley-817-228-8131
Class of 2023: chhsambassadors2023@gmail.com
Liaison-Tracy Cutrona-214-707-6123
Class of 2024: chhsambassadors2024@gmail.com
Liaison-Terrye Byrd-817-846-7384
Class of 2025: chhsambassadors2025@gmail.com
Liaison- Stay Tuned
Community Service Ambassadors - LAST DAY TO TURN IN HOURS
Need Help With Canvas?
Parent Observers
Parents can sign up as an observer in Canvas. Observers can link their Canvas account to their student's account so they can see assignment dues dates, announcements, and other course content. Observers can view the course content but cannot participate in the course. Learn more and feel free to share this information with parents.
Free and Reduced-Price Meals Application
GCISD is now accepting National School Lunch Program (NSLP) applications for 2021-2022. While students enrolled in pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade, and also at Collegiate Academy, will be provided meals at no cost due to the USDA Waiver #85, a free and reduced application is highly encouraged.
There are many other benefits associated with the free and reduced application, such as free hotspots, SAT, ACT, AP Exam Fees waived, discounts on college applications, discounts on summer school classes, other school activities and much more.
Additional information regarding the NSLP Application can be found here. The application can be found and completed online at www.SchoolLunchApp.com.
Students that attend Colleyville Heritage High School and Grapevine High School must apply to determine eligibility to receive free or reduced-price meals. Questions may be emailed to child.nutrition@gcisd.net.
SAT/ACT & AP Testing Dates and Deadlines
Please continue to check both the ACT and SAT Website for information regarding rescheduled testing dates due to COVID-19.
***If you are a student who receives testing accommodations through a 504 or IEP, please contact Mrs. Habermehl at faylinn.habermehl@gcisd.net to get paperwork in order to request accommodations on any of the above tests.***
General Information
Selective Service System
GCISD Free and Reduced Applications
Nutrition Services has provided the following links for online applications for free and reduced lunch for the 2021-2022 school year. We strongly encourage parents to use the online portal as processing times are greatly reduced, in comparison to paper applications.
The second link is provided will take a parents to the GCISD website for downloading of paper applications.
Regardless of which avenue is taken, both English and Spanish applications, instructions and household letters are available, as necessary. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Nutrition Services at 817.251.5617.
Nutrition Services appreciates all of your help and consideration!
https://www.schoollunchapp.com
https://www.gcisd.net/cms/One.aspx?portalId=96313&pageId=195229