PBL School Counseling
Kristin Oyer (School Counselor A-L) (oyervball@pblpanthers.org)
Lisa Niewold (Student Services M-Z ) (lniewold@pblpanthers.org)
Jill Schrodt (Counseling Administrative Assistant) (jschrodt@pblpanthers.org)
If you need to request of copy of your transcript to be sent, please contact Jill Schrodt at 217-379-4331 ext. 2 or email jschrodt@pblpanthers.org
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Career Opportunities
https://www.careeronestop.org/
Determining whether youth are eligible to participate in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) youth program involves multiple factors including age, school status, barriers to employment, and others. The resources on this page will help youth program practitioners, workforce development boards, partner organizations, and others better understand the eligibility requirements for the youth program.
Incoming high school juniors and seniors. Learn construction-related skills through hands on projects. Students will participate in the construction of various projects, visit trade unions, explore post-secondary opportunities including how to apply for apprenticeship. Upon completion, students will earn $400 and a high school credit. June 10th - June 27th 8am-2pm. See flyer for details.
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High school Seniors and Juniors can apply for a 4yr National Scholarship, Army ROTC by following the links below:
Get started on your scholarship application:
Create an account on My GoArmy
Upon creating an account, login to the Scholarship Application
Locate and contact the Recruiting Operations Officer at the school you plan to attend—most of them have served before and understand the process you’re going through
Please feel free to reach out for more information on how to join the Fire Battalion's Team! You Belong Here!
Announcements
Senior Awards Night is scheduled for Tuesday, May 21st at 7pm in the Commons. A reception will begin at 6:15. All seniors and families are welcome.
Seniors: Check out the Local and Regional Scholarship pages. Lots of $$$$
FAFSA
The Illinois State Board of Education requires students (Seniors) to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or, if applicable, the Nonparticipation Form in order to graduate.
If you need help completing the FAFSA, contact Sydni Wendling from ISAC to schedule a date and time to receive help at Sydni.Wendling@illinois.gov or by phone at (217) 902-1157. If you wish to opt out of the FAFSA, you must complete a waiver since it is a graduation requirement. Please see the attachment and follow the directions to complete the nonparticipation form. Students who are at least 18 years olf of legally emancipated may complete the form themselves. If you have already completed the FAFSA, you have met the graduation requirement. Contact the counseling department if you have any questions. (217) 379-4331.
WHAT STUDENTS CAN DO NOW TO PREPARE FOR FAFSA
Should be available on December 31st
· Prior-Prior Year (PPY) Tax Information: The 2024-2025 FAFSA will use 2022 tax information for students and their families to determine eligibility for federal student aid. They should ensure that this information is completed and accessible.
· All students and parents contributing to the FAFSA will need a FSA ID. If they don't already have one, they can go here to create an account.
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NCAA
Looking for international NCAA initial-eligibility information? Click here https://on.ncaa.com/Info_11162022 to learn more.
Beauty School Directory
Licensing for many beauty careers in Illinois is regulated by the state. On this page, we answer frequently asked questions about beauty license requirements in Illinois. Beauty Education and License Requirements in Illinois