Student Services Update
12/1/2022
Welcome to Student Services!
Thanks for reading the Student Services Update!
Questions about scheduling, the college process, scholarships, work permits, transcripts, or life in general? Do you need to speak with someone regarding an issue that is bothering you, do you need a place to discuss what is going on in your life or to figure out how you are feeling? Please feel free to contact us or stop by the office. The Student Services Office is here to help! We look forward to seeing you soon!
Let us know what other information you would like to read here @ sgarcia@mtrsd.org
QUARTER AND SEMESTER DATES
Here are the tentative dates for the Quarter and Semester Dates for the rest of the year:
Quarter 2
First Day: Thursday, November 3, 2022
Last Day: Wednesday, January 18th, 2022
Semester 1 Finals
Wednesday, January 18th - Block 1 and 2 (2 hr. delay)
Thursday, January 19th - Block 2 and 3 (2 hr. delay)
Friday, January 20th - Make Up Day (2 hr. delay)
Quarter 3
First Day: Thursday, January 19, 2023
Last Day: Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Quarter 4
First Day: Thursday, March 30, 2023
Last Day: Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Semester 2 Finals
Tuesday, June 6 (2 hr. delay) Block 1 & 2
Wednesday, June 7 (2 hr. delay) Blocks 3 & 4
Thursday, June 8 (2 hr. delay) Make-Up
**Dates will be adjusted to accommodate snow days.
Parent and Caregiver Support
Support groups, guides, and other information for parents and caregivers who want additional support for themselves and their children.
Parental Stress Line: 1-800-632-8188
Parents and caregivers who are experiencing any kind of problems related to their children can call the Parental Stress Line for support. The Parental Stress Line is staffed by volunteer counselors who are sympathetic and nonjudgmental. The hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The Parental Stress Line is a project of Parents Helping Parents of Massachusetts.
12th Grade News
College application/Essay Support: Activity time - room 212
College Tip:
Students applying to a 4-year college should be writing their college essays and asking two 11th-grade teachers for recommendations.
Students will also need a recommendation from a School Counselor. With this recommendation, the student’s high school transcript is uploaded into the Common Application.
College Financing Webinar
This webinar, presented with Amy Proietti, Financial Aid Administrator at Greenfield Community College, will provide information and clarity on the entire college financial aid application process. You'll learn about financial aid applications and types of financial aid, the factors that determine your aid eligibility, how colleges determine the amount of aid to offer, and the details of financial aid offers. Live transcription will be available.
Register Now: gccfor.me/FinAidRegister
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR THE FAFSA
2023-2024 FAFSA and CSS Profile Opened 10/1: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa and https://cssprofile.collegeboard.org/
Video: How to File the FAFSA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OAeAVGscEWU
Virtual FAFSA filing support: https://fafsact.org/
More FAFSA resources: https://thecollegefinanciallady.com/2022/09/27/fafsa-resources-2/
Great Advice for Parents:
COLLEGE PLANNING FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL FAMILIES
College Planning Information for Middle School Families
Webinar Wednesday, December 7th from 6:30 - 7:30
This webinar is for parents with children in middle school and above and will describe information and resources that families can use to put a college savings plan in place, as well as what tools students and parents should consider when beginning the college search. We will address the questions of how best to save for college, how savings impacts financial aid, where and how to begin the college search, and what role cost plays in the college decision. Live transcription will be available.
8TH GRADE STUDENTS
Wondering what your student has for homework? Check out the 8th Grade Daily Homework Page!
7TH GRADE STUDENTS
Wondering what your student has for homework? Check out the 7th Grade Daily Homework Page!
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
George Propane is looking to fill a part-time Helper position for after-school and Saturdays. Must be reliable with a good work ethic.
Please contact: Mike George
George Propane, Inc.
3 Berkshire Trail West, Goshen, MA 01032
Mobile: 413-626-9449 Office: 413-268-8360
Email: mgeorge@georgepropane.com
BERKSHIRE EAST:
For the Winter 22/23 Season!
Positions include Snowsports Instructors, Race Coaches and Crew, Lift Attendants, Maintenance and Mechanics, Cooks, Servers, Dishwashers, and more!
Scan the QR code in the flyer below, employment@berkshireeast.com or call 413.339.6618 x 1050 for more information.
YANKEE CANDLE:
Hiring high school students (ages 16 & 17) as long as you have a signed work permit. HERE is the job flyer with a QR code that links directly to our Indeed Retail Sales Associate job posting.
Available Positions with very flexible schedules:
- Retail
- Restock
- Property and Guest Services
Applicants can come to the store and fill out an application onsite and we will give them an immediate interview.
Contact Us
Interim School Counselor Grades 9-12th
School Counselor Grades 7 & 8th
https://truggeri.youcanbook.me/
Registrar and Student Services Assistant
413-625-9811 ext. 1305
Email: sgarcia@mtrsd.org
Website: https://mtrs.mohawktrailschools.org/Mohawk-Student-Services
Location: 26 Ashfield Road, Shelburne Falls, MA, USA
Phone: (413) 625-9811