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Attendance Notes

Our attendance system is paperless. If your child is absent or needs an early release, email a note to attendance.sk@kenton.kyschools.us and our staff will take care of excusing the absences. 

Interested in Healthcare??

We are excited to share an incredible upcoming opportunity for high school juniors and seniors interested in exploring careers in medicine and healthcare! On Saturday, October 24th, NaviGo, in partnership with St. Elizabeth Healthcare and St. Elizabeth Physicians, will host our next St. Elizabeth- NaviGo Healthcare Careers in a Day interactive experience.

Event Details:

• Date & Time: Saturday, October 24 | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

• Location: St. Elizabeth Training and Education Center (SETEC) — 3861 Olympic Blvd, Erlanger, KY 41018

• Target Audience: Current High School Juniors & Seniors

• Cost: Free (Lunch is provided)

• Application Deadline: Sunday, October 18, 2026, at midnight

 Students can apply directly by scanning the QR code on the attached flyer or clicking on the application link: https://airtable.com/appgz0KrmJJ5C1IMj/pagqTBEJN0Rrd0M7V/form  If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at navigo@learning-grove.org.

More Healthcare Opportunities

The KY HealthCorps is excited to host five student placements beginning this November. It's an incredible opportunity for students to receive on-the-job training while earning pay and building valuable healthcare experience. The flyer is attached for reference.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Must be 17+

• Must be a US Citizen or permanent lawful resident 

• Must provide Driver’s License, SSN, and other verification documents

• Must consent to and pass a background check if 18+

• Must be enrolled in high school or have a high school diploma/GED

How to APPLY- Students can scan the QR Code on the attached flyer, or visit https://www.tfaforms.com/5006410

If you have questions, please contact Hiliary Ruth at St. Elizabeth at Hiliary.ruth@stelizabeth.com

JUNIORS only Scholarship - 26-27 Coolidge Scholarship

The scholarship is an annually awarded, full-ride, four-year, merit scholarship that recipients may use for undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in the United States.  Any high school JUNIOR who plans to enroll in college in the fall of 2028 and is an American citizen or legal permanent resident is eligible to apply.  Winners may use the scholarship to pursue any academic major.

A complete description of the criteria, along with the online application and much more information, is available at coolidgescholars.org

Submission deadline is 5pm Pacific time (8pm EST), Tuesday, December 1, 2026.

Parent University

The KCSD is partnering with NKU to host Parent University.  It is a series intended to equip parents and guardians with information and resources to support their students through the college exploration, application, and acceptance process.  It is not NKU specific, but general information for all colleges and universities.  The first session is Tuesday, October 20.  Please see the flyer linked here for details. 

Class Rings

Jostens was here and did a presentation for class rings with Sophomores on September 30, 2026 during SKORE.  You can view all the options on JOSTENS website.  JOSTENS will be at school this coming week on Tuesday, October 6th during all HS Lunches and again for Ring Order/Shopping Night on Wednesday, October 7th from 4pm-7pm in the Cafeteria Lobby. Please be sure to get your finger size checked, questions answered, and you can also turn in your Class Jewelry Order either during Ring Order Day on October 6th or Ring Order Night on October 7th. The special ring promotion ends on Wednesday, October 14th so be sure to get your class jewelry order on-time so JOSTENS has your class jewelry order ready for you on Ring Delivery Day scheduled for December 10th!! 

College Rep Visits 26-27

Below are the dates and links to sign-up for the colleges/universities who will be at SK this fall to meet with interested students.  They will be here during SKORE.  You will receive a pass to come to the meeting.

University of Louisville - Thursday 10/22 - deadline to sign-up is 10/20

Western Kentucky University - Monday 10/26 - deadline to sign-up is 10/22 

Bellarmine - Thursday 11/12 - deadline to sign-up is 11/10 

Study Abroad Scholarships - All Grades

​If exploring another country, making lifelong international friends and learning a new language sounds fun to you, then consider a High School Study Abroad Scholarship offered by your local Rotary Club. This scholarship is available for all grade levels. For more information on the study abroad scholarship opportunity, please fill out the contact form at StudyAbroadScholarships.org! 

​Cirkled In $2,500 No Sweat Scholarship

Cirkled In’s quarterly scholarship awards $2,500 through a simple application process, making it accessible to a wide range of students.

💰 $2,500 "No Sweat" Scholarship
📅 Deadline: December 31, 2026
✅ Free to Apply - No essay, no GPA requirement, no income restrictions
🎓 Open to all high school students (grades 9-12)

https://www.cirkledin.com/scholarships/

Huntington Learning Center College Scholarship Sweepstakes

Attention College-bound High School Students 14 and older!

You can win $4000 towards college tuition!!!

Deadline 7-31-2027

Please go to their website for more details and to enter.  Click Here

Pharmacy Technician Pipeline Program

This is a free 6-month online program for students interested in becoming a certified pharmacy technician.  The progam is offered through the North Central Area Health Education Center.  The application is now open and will colose on 9/18.  Students who wish to participate must be at least 16 years of age by MAY 2027. This is not for high school or college credit.  Students would be doing this program in addition to their regular SK scheduled classes.  It is not affiliated with the KCSD.  For more information check out the flyer.  Interested students can apply here Pharmacy Technician Program Application.

NaviGo Scholars - Applications for 26-27 SY NOW OPEN!!

The application for the 26-27 NaviGo Scholars program is now open.  It will close on September 2.  

There are currently 14 groups available.  

Interested students should go to the NaviGo website for more information regarding each group and to apply.  

EARN FREE COLLEGE CREDIT through CLEP (College - Level Examination Program)

Students have the opportunity to earn college credit through the CLEP program.  NKU Testing Services will administer any of the 34 CLEP exams.  

Modern States Education Alliance offers free online courses in all CLEP subjects.  Modern States is paying the CLEP exam / scheduling fee (through a voucher / reimbursement) for students who enroll in their courses and take the exams.  Courses, textbooks and materials are free.  All you need is internet access and a desire to learn. 

Go here for more information and to enroll in a course.  

This is a GREAT opportunity for any student that will be pursuing a post-secondary degree.  Students should consider enrolling in a course or two over the summer!  See Ms. Currin if you have questions and regarding options.  Current dual credit students should make sure they are not enrolling in a class that they already have earned credit.

Gateway Apprenticeship Academy for Rising Juniors and Seniors

The Apprenticeship Academy is a program for students who are interested in the trades but do not know which trade they want to do yet.  Students participate in exploratory classes including welding, machining, electrical and more.  Once graduated from SK if continuing at Gateway, Gateway will assist in placing students in an apprenticeship as they complete classes in their chosen program.

Students interested in this program should email Ms. Hughes directly at emily.hughes@kenton.kyschools.us to be put on a list for when registration begins in March. Students must have their own transportation to campus for this program.  This is a dual credit program so students will also need to complete the dual credit paperwork packet linked below.   

Please see the flyer for more information. 

Gateway Apprenticeship Academy Flyer 

26-27 SKHS Dual Credit Packet 

Free ACT Prep Events @ Boone County Public Library 

Club Z Tutoring will provide an overview of strategies to prepare students for taking the ACT. Afterwards, each participant will receive a code to take an online practice test.

Don’t miss this chance to boost your test-taking confidence and set yourself up for success! Register now to reserve your spot. There are several dates available. 

You can reserve a spot here.

St. Elizabeth Healthcare High School Volunteer Program

If you are seeking service hours, a way to meet teens from over 40 high schools and scholarship opportunities - we have a place for you.  Students age 14 and older are eligible.  There are 3 sessions throughout the year. Shifts are available 7 days a week, 365 days a year from 8am - 8pm.  Students typically serve 3-4 hours per week.  For more information / application go to stelizabeth.com/high-school-volunteer.  

XELLO/ ILP Completion Information

All students in the state of Kentucky must complete an ILP (Individualized Learning Plan) each school year.  The Kenton County School District uses XELLO as the ILP.  Students should be finished with all lessons by January 31st.

Students who are in-person at Simon Kenton have time during 4th period to work on their ILP.  

Students who do not have an in-person 4th period class need to complete their XELLO lessons/activities on their own time. 

Go here for more details/directions.  

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