Counselors' Corner:
april 1, 2021
School Counseling Team
Terry Kennedy (A-E) l Kennedy@wlake.org l (440) 250-1012
Chelsea Litten (F-L) l LittenC@wlake.org l (440) 250-1041
Dana Bail (M-Q) l BailD@wlake.org l (440) 250-1010
College and Career Coordinator
Molly Pellerite (R-Z) l PelleriteM@wlake.org l (440) 250-1009
Lisa Whiteselll WhitesellL@wlake.org l (440) 835-6375
Counseling Secretary
Mark your calendar
April 1 - JFSA Scholarship DUE
April 1 - Baron Law Scholarship DUE
April 7 - Pratt Institute Informational Zoom Session
April 10 - Green & White Review
April 13 - Local Scholarships DUE
April 15 - We the Students Scholarship DUE
April 17 - ACT National Testing Day
April 20-23 - USA Science & Engineering Festival
April 22 - Junior Achievement Virtual Inspire Conference
April 27 - Freshman Day with Tri-C
April 28 - Celebrate Entrepreneur Youth Conference
April 30 - College Decision Day!
May 1 - CCP Paperwork DUE
May 1 - Service Learning Hours DUE
May 15 - PROM
May 3-17 - AP Testing
May 20 - Local Scholarship Night
May 29 - Commencement
June 12 - ACT National Testing Day
July 17 - ACT National Testing Day
USA Science and Engineering Festival
April 20-23, 2021-1:00 pm-2:00 pm
Registration can be by class or individual student.
Overview:
Through a series of daily livestream events, students will hear from an exclusive group of visionaries who aim to inspire kids about careers in science, technology, engineering and math.
Tues 4/20: Combining STEM Superpowers with environmental engineer
Dr. Tracy Fanara and engineer, TV host, and actor Tamara
Wed 4/21: Exploring Our Minds with neuroscientist and psychiatrist Dr.
Kafui Dzirasa and Neuroscientist Dr. Kay Tye.
Thurs 4/22: High Altitude Inspiration with U.S. Air Force! Maj. Jay Park and
Captain Barrington Irving's journey in Aviation as the youngest
and first Black pilot to fly around the world.
Fri 4/23: Deep Sea Science with ocean expedition leader and founder
of OCEARCH Chris Fischer and Florida International
University marine ecologist Dr. Mike Heithaus.
Outcomes:
Hear about high achieving and inspiring STEM career professionals
Opportunity to submit questions ahead of time.
Link for More Info.
X-STEM All Access Registration 2021 | USASEF (usasciencefestival.org)
Celebrate Youth Entrepreneurship
April 28, 2021 10:00 am-11:00 am & 12:45 pm-1:45 pm
Registration can be by class or individual student.
Overview:
Haile Thomas is 19 years old, an international speaker, a health activist, a vegan food & lifestyle influencer, podcaster, the youngest Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach in the United States, and the founder/CEO of the nonprofit HAPPY (Healthy Active Positive Purposeful Youth).
Outcomes:
Entrepreneurship mindset
Youth Success Stories and Inspiration
Health and Nutrition element
Link for More Info.
https://www.youngentrepreneurinstitute.org/k-12-programs/celebrate-youth-entrepreneurship/
Junior Achievement Virtual Inspire Conference
April 22, 2021 9:00 am-2:30 pm
This is a limited invitation engagement! Select schools were invited to participate! I must submit a list of student names and emails for registration by Tuesday, April 13th.
Overview:
JA Inspire Conference 2021 connects Greater Cleveland Businesses with local schools to explore potential career paths with a focus on high growth industries including Manufacturing, Healthcare and IT. The day included panel presentations, Keynote speakers, and a career fair in which students visit virtual exhibit booths, watch short videos explaining career paths and engaging in conversation with professionals to understand what it takes to achieve success in the future.
Businesses Attending:
Avient, Citizens Bank, Cleveland Indians, Crane Aerospace & Electronics, Delta Dental, Eaton, Ernst & Young, Lubrizol, NASA, Ohio Savings Bank, Oswald, Parker Hannifin, Sherwin Williams, Team NEO, Union Home Mortgage and more!!
Outcomes:
Career Exploration – particularly in Manufacturing, Healthcare, and IT
Internship Opportunities!
Summer Employment Opportunities!
Link for More Info.
$20,000 we the students Essay scholarship
2021 We the Students Essay Contest
Essay Prompt: What is the relationship between Equality and Justice?
Due April 15
Click HERE for more information!
WHS Local Scholarships
Just a friendly reminder the deadline for local scholarships is around the corner, right after spring break, on Tuesday, April 13th by 8:00a. If your submission requires a transcript, you should request copies from Mrs. Whitesell by Thursday, April 1st.
Please remember, letters of recommendation should be in a sealed envelope, included with your application.
Please see your school counselor if you have any questions!
We will celebrate Local Scholarship recipients on Local Scholarship Night on Thursday, May 20th at 7 p.m.
jewish family service association scholarship
Applications are now open and students can apply until April 1st.
Please visit our website to apply:
https://www.jfsa-cleveland.org/cfap/
In order to be eligible for funding, students must identify as Jewish and have a total household income of $170,000 or less. Additional eligibility requirements can be found on our website.
Baron LAw Scholarship
The eligibility for the scholarship is as follow:
High schools students planning on attending, accepted to attend, or currently attending an accredited undergraduate program. This includes all universities, community colleges, and trade schools.
U.S. citizen 18 years or older (it is OK if student is 17 and graduating)
Applicants may not be current or past employees of Baron Law LLC or be directly related to a current employee
They are the leading online resource in finding scholarships to help you pay for school!
Junior Jumpstart
Junior Jumpstart meetings are off and running! Please stop into The Counseling Dept. and schedule yours if you haven't yet!
**Please note that these meetings are mandatory and a part of your graduation plan!**
how to make your summer count!
Internships, Pre-College Courses, Camps, Job Openings -- whatever you're planning for summer, start here for all the latest opportunities to
MAKE YOUR SUMMER COUNT!
The Counseling Team is coordinating “Freshman Day” with Tri-C on Tuesday, April 27th to give students considering a two-year school after graduation a chance to walk through freshman orientation early! Participating students will meet virtually with Student Life & Services, Financial Aid, Special Programs, and ultimately register for your fall classes!
If you plan to attend Cuyahoga Community College in the fall, this is a great opportunity and we hope you’ll take advantage of having Tri-C come to you to help you with your next steps!
If you'd like to participate, please reach out to your school counselor by April 1st to claim a spot!
PE WAivers
If you have completed TWO seasons of WHS sports, Marching Band, Demonettes, Debonairs or Show Choir, please submit your PE Waiver HERE!
Interested in pursuing art, design, architecture, or writing as a college major?
Your portfolio will be an important part of the college application process!
Pratt’s summer 2021 Pre College Intensive Program provides students with an opportunity to build their art and design skills, create a portfolio of their work, and explore possibilities for study and employment in creative fields. Classes are modeled after Pratt’s undergraduate curriculum, taught by experienced faculty and alumni in order to provide students with a rich and immersive educational experience. The application-only program equips students with elective college credits accepted at Pratt and most other colleges and universities.
Updated course offerings at pratt.edu/precollege
NEW: Join our Live Zoom Info Session to learn more!
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
12:30PM-1:30PM Eastern Time
They are currently accepting applications for Summer 2021 courses.
Pre College welcomes students of all experience levels!
email: precollege@pratt.edu
Stevens Institute of Technology's Virtual Summer Pre-College Programs.
SIT wants to invite students to apply today, we are accepting applications on a rolling admissions basis!!! Your students can expect to...
-Conduct Evening Research Projects
-Attend Professional Workshops
-Leave with a Stronger College Application
-Explore a Potential Major
-Make new friends through Social Activities
You can view Pre-College offerings here. Each of our programs provides students the opportunity to explore a college major and test drive the college experience. Our programs have been creatively designed by a world-class Stevens faculty member who is an expert in their field.
If you have any questions, call us at (201) 216-3683 or email summer@stevens.edu
AP testing is scheduled to happen this year from May 3-17. Here is a more specific calendar with details.
College Credit Plus
2021-2022 Information
CCP Presentation --> (watch me if you couldn't make the meeting!)
ATTENTION 11th Grade Parents Important Vaccine Update
It is time to send in an updated vaccine record for your Junior student. A second dose of MCV4 is required before starting the Senior year. This dose must be given after turning 16 years old, so start checking to see if your child has had the required vaccine. Please send the record to school or make an appointment to get it done. Click HERE for more detailed information. Questions? Contact Megan Kuhlman, RN.
Class of 2021
Prom information
Class of 2021 Prom Information!
Please pay specific attention to the details in the letter. It can be found here. Due to the occupancy limits for the venue, we can only sell 300 total tickets. Please keep in mind that ALL fees must be paid in order to purchase a prom ticket.
-class of 2024-
service learning hours
9th grade students, please complete the mandatory Freshman Service Learning Hours Pre-Approval Form
--Seniors--
Toward the end of April, every senior needs to complete the senior survey located on Naviance. The survey lets us know what students' plans are after graduation, including where to send final transcripts for college bound seniors. All colleges require a copy of the final transcript before officially admitting students in the fall. The final transcript is a record of all eight semesters completed during high school.
tutors are available to help!
As we complete the 3rd quarter, please Contact your School Counselor if you're in need of a peer tutor!
Ohio's new graduation requirements
pre-college courses
Illinois Tech
This summer, Illinois Tech is giving high school students the chance to explore a new topic while previewing college life with Pre-College Programs at Illinois Tech.
Want to develop leadership skills, complete a design project, or understand how Google Maps works? High school students interested in STEM can choose from dozens of ways—online and in-person—to experience these fields up close.
Check out our program selection and prepare to discover with us at Illinois Tech—Chicago’s only tech-focused university—this summer.
Learn about topics in:
Engineering
Computing
Science
Psychology and Social Sciences
Architecture
Design Thinking
