Ms. K's Website
Murtaugh School District #418 - School Counselor
Murtaugh School District #418 - School Counselor
Welcome to my new website! Keep in mind that this site is always changing and I am adding things as we go throughout the year.
Please use the side navigation screen in the top left corner to get around my site!
Orders Due: October 9th
MUST ORDER ONLINE!
Make sure you check online/flyer for discounts (make sure items qualify)
There are payment plan options available (March 1st is last day to pay).
Various Items: Class rings, Letterman Jackets, Belt Buckles
*** If paying with CASH you need to take a clear screen shot of CART and email that image to JOSTENS rep AND Ms. K (I will print to include with your cash - must be in a SEALED envelope with student name on outside).
Orders Due: October 9th
MUST ORDER ONLINE or return form w/Payment to office!
Make sure you check online/flyer for discounts - make sure items qualify
Can't stack discounts for Grad items + Class Jewelry - do them separately
***Required Items for Graduation: Cap/Gown/Tassel/Stole
There are payment plan options available (March 1st is last day to pay).
*** If paying with CASH you need to take a clear screen shot of CART and email that image to JOSTENS rep AND Ms. K (I will print to include with your cash - must be in a SEALED envelope with student name on outside). You can also complete the FORM you got from JOSTENS rep and return with your sealed cash payment to MHS Office.
October
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Opens!!!
Create FSA ID (student and contributor - if you don't have one): HERE
Apply for FAFSA HERE
IDAHO Scholarships Open: HERE
Apply Idaho Application - one application 10 Idaho college options
Create Account: HERE
***We will have a day we work on applications and scholarships mid October. Start looking at what college/universities you may be interested in.
Just want the required items for graduation
(Cap/Gown/Tassel/Stole)? Use this LINK
21st & 22nd - Parent Teacher Conferences HS 3:30PM - 7:30PM
27th - FAFSA Night - make sure parent/contributor has an FSA ID set up.
November
6th - Lewis Clark College: Discovery Day - Registration Link
7th - BSU Bronco Day
Looking for an opportunity to experience Boise State firsthand? Join us for Bronco Day on Saturday, Nov. 7. Students and families can explore campus, experience the Boise community and discover what makes Boise State a place students love to call home. Register through the Bronco Day link above.
10th-13th - KINDNESS WEEK!!!
12th - U of I: Meet the Vandals Event @ Canyon Ridge HS 5:45PM-8PM
Learn more about admissions, scholarships, and campus life directly from university representatives. Registration Link
13th - Lewis Clark College: Health Professions Day - Registration Link
Designed for students specifically interested in health professions to tour state-of-the-art healthcare lab spaces, enjoy immersive hands-on experiences, meet with faculty and students, and visit with LC State alumni in the healthcare field.
14th - Lewis Clark College: Discovery Day - Registration Link
16th - BSU Virtual Honors Showcase @7PM-8:30PM
Discover everything the Honors College has to offer from the comfort of your home. Registration Link
23rd-27th - Thanksgiving Break
December
4th - AUG FLEX IDLA Courses End
18th - END OF SEMESTER 1
Early Spring IDLA Courses End
21st- Jan 1st - CHRISTMAS BREAK
January
8th - September FLEX IDLA Courses End
11th - Early Spring IDLA Courses Start
15th - Late Fall IDLA Courses End
25th - Late Spring IDLA Courses Start
See, Tell, Now confidential tip-line is an all-inclusive , confidential reporting system designed for students, families, staff, and entire school community.
It provides a safe and accessible way to report concerns - such as bullying, threats, self-harm, violence, drugs, or other safety issues - directly to school and district staff.
Every report is routed to 24/7/365 call center and triaged to allow trained professionals to respond quickly , provide support, and take appropriate action to keep students safe and supported. Tips can be submitted through the app, website (second link below of icon at top of page) or by phone 1-800-593-2835.
High School Transcripts:
Contact Mrs. Damian, she can provide it to student or send to desired institution (college/university, employment, etc) IF mailing information is provided by student.
If transcript needs to be official please note that it will need to be in a signed, sealed envelope to provide to institution.
Ms. Kirkpatrick can also do transcripts as needed.
College/University Transcripts:
High School Counselor does not have access to college level transcripts.
Many colleges and universities use this platform to order transcripts: National Student Clearinghouse . (NNU uses own platform) See specific directions here.
Students who have taken dual credits from multiple colleges/universities (likely through IDLA course work) will need to make sure they send each individual transcript to the college/university they are planning to attend.
Example: You took 6 CSI Classes and 2 BSU Classes. This means you will order one CSI transcript and one BSU transcript, which should have all your course work from those institutions on the transcript.
NOTE: if you are CURRENTLY taking a course and want the transcript held until the final grades, you MUST select that when ordering transcript. Otherwise they will send it immediately and you will have to resend once that course finishes.
Official college/university transcripts will have various ordering fees associated with them.
Advanced Opportunities Funds is money ($4625) that students in 7th-12th grade are eligible for to apply towards the cost of the following:
Overload HIGH SCHOOL credits. Overload means students are taking a FULL schedule at their high school and working on credits at other times outside of school.
Dual Credits: $75 per credit at any regionally accredited college or university. Course must be college level 100 or higher. Earning both high school AND college credit.
Approved Exams: AP, International Baccalaureate, College Level Examination Program (CLEP), Career-technical education examinations, and preliminary college entrance exams (SAT, ACT, PSAT, and other similar examinations identified by the department.
Approved Workforce Training Courses: federally registered apprenticeships and eligible training courses. Eligible training courses must be approved and provided by an Idaho public technical college, lead to an industry recognized certificate, license, or degree, be required training for occupations in demand regionally, and are not available at a student's high school.
AO Funding requests are submitted by school counselor.
An Advanced Opportunities participation form must be on file with the school if you/your student are using AO funds.
If student is taking courses through colleges/universities directly it is the students responsibility to get the school counselor a copy of their unofficial transcript or copy of their schedule so those can be entered.
Students should meet with their school counselor to develop a plan that will help them maximize benefits of this program towards college and career goals. Students who use funds for more than 15 college credits must receive post-secondary advising (done through NextSteps Idaho portfolio) before accessing more funds .
Courses taken using AO Funding, MUST be transcribed on both high school AND college transcript.
It is important to note that student and parent/guardian are responsible for tuition and fees incurred as a result of registering for courses (books, fees, etc), exams, and complying with policies and procedures set by the college/university or examination provider. Also, if a student does not pass their course or withdraws AFTER the college/universities deadlines the AO funds are locked and students must complete one like course AND pass before they can access their AO funds again. If a student does not perform adequetly on an examination paid for by AO funds, District can determine whether the student must pay for and successfully pass such exam to continue to receiving state funding. *** State funds may NOT be used for repeated or remedial courses or exams.
Idaho Digital Learning Alliance offers easily accessible online classes to students throughout the state. Our dedicated Idaho educators can help learners earn dual credits, enroll in subjects not currently offered at their schools, or simply provide more flexibility in their day-to-day education.
Cost: $40 or $100 depending on if course if required for graduation. ALL Middle School courses cost $100 per course session - this does include repeated/credit recovery courses.
This format is not for every student, student needs to be self-directed, motivated, able to manage time, and able to do challenging assignments. If a student fails an IDLA course, the school may deny future IDLA enrollments.
*** Murtaugh uses IDLA Credit Recovery for students who do not pass their core course work. They do take attendance in this format so regular participation is mandatory or student will be dropped.
Counselor does not have any access to college level accounts, student numbers, etc.
If you need assistance with CSI Canvas: Main CSI Canvas (most CSI courses use) please check here for assistance: CSI Canvas Help
Dual Enroll: Students only need ONE account (it can be used across colleges):
University of Idaho Dual Enroll Portal
Other registration processes:
Idaho State Department of Education
Kahn Academy
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