Counselor Connection
10/15/2021
FAFSA Completion Night
EHS Counselors are hosting a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) completion night. The FAFSA is required for any student seeking federal and state financial aid, including grants and loans at all colleges in the country. We will have a local college Financial Aid Officer to answer questions and assist with completing the online form. This is for seniors who are applying for financial aid for college next year. Both student AND at least one parent/guardian should attend.
Please bring the following:
Student and Parent Social Security Numbers (don’t need cards, just know the numbers)
Student and Parent 2020 federal income tax returns, including W2s and all schedules and attachments.
Student and Parent email account logins (be able to access your email during the work session)
Tuesday, October 26th
6:30-8:00 pm
EHS Computer Lab 222
RaiseMe Scholarship Opportunity- Senior Deadlines Approaching
RaiseMe is a platform that helps 9-12th grade students prepare for college by earning scholarships for their achievements in high school. Over 2,000 Colleges and Universities have partnered with RaiseMe, and award micro-scholarships for both academics and extracurricular activities.
How does it work? Watch this VIDEO
Why is Following so important?
Following a college is the crucial first step in earning micro-scholarships. If you are Following a school, you'll be able to see what potential micro-scholarship dollars you'd earn based on the achievements on your Portfolio. Colleges have earning deadlines – Many colleges have November 1st of their senior year as the following deadline.
Examples of schools that EHS students commonly follow: University of St. Thomas, University of MN- Duluth, Gustavus Adolphus, University of Iowa, University of Wisconsin- Stout, Creighton University
Visit www.raiseme.com to create a portfolio and start following colleges.Freshman Retreat Information: Tuesday, December 14, 2021
The Youth Frontiers Respect Retreat® inspires students to respect themselves more, to respect others and to stand up for respect in your school. The retreat reminds students that they matter, and that there is a supportive community of educators, mentors and classmates around them. We challenge students with the message that someone acting with character does not make fun of, bully or torment anyone for any reason. We engage the bystanders to stand up for the value of respect in your hallways, lunch lines and classrooms. Participation in the retreat results in cognitive, attitudinal and behavioral shifts that decrease students’ distractions to learning and build a positive school community.
We ask all 9th grade students to attend the Eagan Respect Retreat. The cost is $25.00
The cost will be $0 if on Free and Reduced Lunch.
Very few freshmen remain in the building that day.
Please register today via myPaymentsplus:https://ehs.district196.org/families
Minnesota State Week!
October 25-31, 2021
Fall is a great time to explore Minnesota State and learn more about your 37 state colleges and universities!
Over the MEA break, each of the 30 colleges and 7 universities of Minnesota State will be offering special visits — including virtual visits — for high school students.
All Minnesota State colleges and universities are waiving their application fee October 25-31.
Check out campuses and programs
Follow on social media and reference #MinnStateWk
Christian College Fair
Learn more about Christian higher education options available. Free admission
October 25th 6:30-8:30
New Life Academy
6758 Bailey Road
Woodbury, MN
OR
October 26th 6:30-8:30 pm
Southwest Christian High School
1981 Bavaria Rd
Chaska, MN 55318
Visit www.myblueprintstory.com for more information and to pre-register
College Application Question/Answer Desk
Counselors are available on Wednesdays during PAWS in the Library to answer any college application related question. Counselors are reserving this time to be available for quick questions or assistance. Counselors also have daily drop-in time for students from 7:00-7:30 am. Of course students are welcome to schedule individual appointments, however counselor appointments go quickly during this busy application season.
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 (Video directions here). Students should register on Naviance for both virtual AND/OR in person college visits. 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 Visits currently scheduled for the week of October 18.
Monday, October 18th:
University of Southern California - 1:00 pm
Iowa Wesleyan University - 4:00 pm ( VIRTUAL VISIT )
Tuesday, October 19th:
Savannah College of Art & Design - 11:00 am
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire - 1:00 pm
Bates College - 4:00 pm ( VIRTUAL VISIT )
Wednesday, October 20th:
Lake Superior College 11:00 am
University of Wisconsin-Platteville - 1:30 pm
** If students would like to attend any of these college visits, they can register on Naviance.
Selective School Information Session
Join admission representatives from selective schools for a virtual group presentation. Learn more about academic programs, student life, admission, and financial aid at these institutions:
Brown, UChicago, Columbia, Cornell and Rice.
View session dates and register at:
https://exploringeducationalexcellence.org/
American Heart Association - Advancing Sciences
Advancing Science Event
The American Heart Association’s 2021 Advancing Sciences event is less than month away! We are excited to host our second annual Advancing Sciences Digital Experience on National STEM Day, Monday, November 8. This unique Advancing Sciences digital experience will be filled with insights from local leaders, access to great science-focused breakouts, speed mentoring, and a scholarship opportunity. By attending Advancing Sciences, students are also eligible to earn national honor society hours and apply to our first American Heart Association STEM Scholarship in Minnesota.
More info and registration HERE
Prepare to Launch
Free, virtual, monthly conferences to help students learn the “must have” skills to launch into their careers- hosted by Target Corp.
10/29- Build Meaningful Relationships
11/19- Engineer Your Future
12/10- Find Your Launchpad
1/28- Stay True in a Digital World
2/25- Money Matters
3/25- Become Agents of Change
4/29- Become the Next Game Changer
More info and registration here
EHS Job Opportunities Bulletin Board
The information from the bulletin board we normally post local job opportunities for high school students is now available online here.
Aspirations in Computing Award
High school students with technology interests and skills who identify as women, genderqueer, or non-binary are encouraged to apply. This award recognizes students for computer and IT aptitude, leadership ability, academic history and plans for post-secondary education. Sponsored by MN State IT Center of Excellence. Application and more information can be found HERE.
MUSICOPEMN
MUSICOPEMN is an educational course instructed by a Board-Certified Music Therapist. It is designed to teach students a wide variety of creative coping skills that utilize both music-making and music listening. Students do NOT need any prior music experience to learn valuable skills. Courses are offered via Zoom from 5-6:30pm on Tuesday or Wednesday evenings for 4 consecutive weeks. Learn more HERE
Weekend Food Program
Every Meal Weekend Food program is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization with a mission to fight child hunger through community and school partnerships. There are no qualification requirements for enrollment and families may enroll in the program at any time throughout the school year. The program is free for all families and your privacy is protected. Families may choose from five options structured around the USDA MyPlate Standards. All bag types contain 4-5 pounds of nutritious, non-perishable food, including a variety of fruits, vegetables, proteins, grains and soups/entrees. Meal bags are discreetly sent home with students weekly and can be picked up in the EHS Counseling Office. See the link below for more information and to order electronically.
https://forms.gle/xc1LF2461299vSkS9
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
Student Support Specialist
Harry Sonie
651-683-6977
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