PAC Counselor's Corner

Hello!

Welcome to the Counselor's Corner for Pocahontas Area Middle/High School students and families. I am excited for the opportunity to be here with you all at PAC school district. My role as the school counselor is to provide equitable and appropriate services by addressing students' academic, career, and social/emotional development needs. Additionally, I will also provide instruction, consultation, collaboration and referrals to support students and families as they navigate and transition through middle school, high school and beyond. Use the tabs to the left to quickly access the resources you need.

Sydney Sikora

PAC MS/HS Counselor

712-335-4848 ext 2805

ssikora@pocahontas.k12.ia.us

Schedule a Meeting

NOTICE: Community members who have scholarships available to PAC students, please reach out to me with the information so I can share with students.

Upcoming Events

(Brittany from ICCC here Tuesdays & Thursdays)

FAFSA is open! https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

4/16 - School Day! Snow make-up day.

4/17, 18, 21 - No School Spring Break

FAFSA Update - The 2025-2026 FAFSA Form is open ahead of schedule!

As of Nov. 18, all students and families are now able to access and submit their 2025-26 FAFSAs.

The Scholarship Process

Wednesday, February 12 at 5:30 pm - REGISTER

Scholarships are an important part of the financial aid process and can make a big difference for students when it comes to picking the school they attend. Join us for a discussion of the scholarship process – everything from where to look for scholarships, standard application expectations, how to write essays, and how to improve your applications. We’ll share examples and resources, and walk you through the scholarship timeline from start to finish.

A recording of the event will be available at www.facebook.com/ICANsucceed/videos following the live broadcast.

Financial Aid Webinar Link

https://youtu.be/NU8sKl4KBxQ

The following materials will be referenced during this webinar.

ICAN Financial Aid Guide

https://www.icansucceed.org/media/cms/ICANFinancialAidGuide28101129_272DCD3D3B383.pdf

FAFSA Tip Sheet

https://www.icansucceed.org/media/cms/ICAN__ReadytoFile__FAN_handout_2023_C0127B5ED318C.pdf

How to Pay for College - Understanding the Financial Aid Process

The financial aid process can be daunting. From completing the application to understanding financial aid offers, developing a plan to pay for college is one of the most important steps in the college process. This program covers:
Financial Aid Process
FAFSA Application Review
Understanding the Results of the Application
Understanding Costs - College Comparisons
Aid Options
Scholarship Process
Where to Go For Help

Job Opportunities:

Discovery Daycare: Before & After School care. Starts at $9/hour and must be at least 16 years old. Please call Sara at 712-335-4804
Sioux Rapids Daycare is hiring part time employees to help in the baby and toddler rooms! Please call 712-283-3760 or talk to Mrs. Sikora. They also take volunteers (great for Silver Cord)!
Graettinger Little Explorers Daycare is hiring full time and Substitutes for their daycare. Contact Tammy at 712-480-0520 or email littleexplorers922@gmail.com for more information
At Fisher Hydraulics, we are excited to offer a variety of career opportunities for high school graduates looking to start their professional journey. Our company is currently hiring for entry-level positions in our Assembly and Machining Departments. These roles provide competitive pay, benefits, on-the-job training, and opportunities for career growth—perfect for students eager to gain real-world experience. Contact: Casey James-Negrete, Human Resources Manager. phone: 712.845.2634 ext. 113 mobile: 712.730.8717 email: cjamesnegrete@fisherhydraulics.com website: fisherhydraulics.com

Field Inspector Flyer.pdf

Ziegler CAT_Internship Flyer 8-2023.pdf

Ziegler_Technician Apprenticeship Program Flyer Sept 2024.pdf

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