April 12 , 2016

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*College= any post-secondary education

which will help you to get a good job in the

career to which you aspire.

Juniors: now is the time to find the right fit

for you! Go Visit Colleges! Make an appointment with the Admission

Office of a college/university/tech school and

go visit in person! (students can have 2 school

business days for official college visits. Spring Break is a

perfect opportunity!)

*LHS Spring College Fair@ LHS 6-7:30pm April 13th ! Over 50 Colleges, trade schools,

etc…mark your calendars so you don’t miss out.

Watch for College Rep Visits starting this

spring! (sign ups will be in the counseling office)

SENIORS…How are YOU going to pay for

College? It is time to fill your FAFSA!

Financial Aid Info for College!!. FSA ID Get your FSA ID (formerly known as the FAFSA PIN) now and you can file your FAFSA starting Jan.1st! Information in counseling, or go to FSAID.ed.gov (You will need your soc.security # to create your FSA ID). Parent(s) also need a FSA ID in order to complete the FAFSA.

FAFSA Help At LHS

Computer Labs Open for FAFSA!

The Media Center Computer lab at LHS has fast internet,

and is available for student/parent use to aid in filing

your FAFSA! Our Media Center is open until 3:30 daily

after school, and at other times, by appointment. Please

contact counseling for more information.

We are here to help!

Transcripts are now ONLINE! Sign up for your free account at Parchment.com to

send transcripts to Michigan colleges and

universities. Michigan colleges want electronic

transcripts! Information in the counseling office, or on

the LHS website counseling link . Remember: First

apply, Second, send transcript!

ACT Test Dates

June 14, 2016 (register by May 6)

Register online at www.actstudent.org

Free SAT Prep! Now available to all: Free SAT prep from your own

home. www.Khanacademy.org is the ONLY place to

get official, no cost, comprehensive SAT prep: take

practice tests, prep, track progress and much more.

Stay Connected; Be “Reminded!”

Receive text reminders from the counseling

office about important dates, events,

opportunities!

Class of 2016 (Seniors)

text @2f274 to 81010

Class of 2017 (Juniors)

text 250033 to 81010

Class of 2018 (Sophomores)

text 250033a to 81010

Remind is a free, safe, simple messaging tool which helps

us share important reminders with students and parents.

ALL personal info is kept private. We never see your

phone number. For questions, contact Mrs. Pecore.

Online Scholarship Search Reference

It is never too early to start applying! Check out these free scholarship search/help sites:

www.scholarship-monkey.com scholarship search

www.studentscholarshipsearch.com/ebook scholarship

search secrets

www.zinch.com clearinghouse for scholarships and more

www.fastweb.com scholarship search

www.usafunds.org/planning/access_to_education_scholarship

http://schoolsoup.com/scholarship-directory

http://www.studentaid.edgov/types/grants-

scholarships/finding-scholarships U.S. dept of ed

resources.

www.michigan.gov/ssg click on Planning for College

tab for Affording College in Michigan Guidebook

New! https://www.collegegreenlight.com/ Awesome website for first generation, and under-

represented students. College searches and scholarship

opportunities! Check this one out.

April 12 , 2016

Visit us at http://lhs.lapeerschools.org

Scholarships Available

The LHS “Common App” Scholarship

forms are now available online, and in the

counseling office. The Common Application is a “one

stop” shopping form for a great many local/community

scholarships. Firm deadline for submissions is April

22, 2016. (Do not wait until the last minute!)

Metamora Area Youth Development

Association Scholarship

Graduating senior must demonstrate involvement in

business world, or related area, have affiliation with

Metamora Area, and be enrolled for fall 1016 in

college, university or trade school. Minimum GPA of

2.5, and essay required. Deadline is April 20th. Info in

counseling office.

Oddfellows Lapeer Lodge #94

Scholarship

Applicants shall be of good character, show good

citizenship by participating in school and community

acitivities, and show the principles of friendship, truth,

and brotherly love. Minimum GPA of 2.7, admittance

to college or tech/vocational school. Applications are

available in counseling; must be postmarked by

April 21, 2016.

The Lapeer County Chapter of Michigan

association of Retired School Personnel

(MARSP) Scholarship One $750 scholarship to student who has at least

2.75 GPA, graduates from Lapeer, Imlay City, Almont,

Dryden, Lapeer Community, North Branch, Venture or

Quest. Personal statement required. Deadline is April

25, 2016. Info in counseling office.

ZF Chassis Components Scholarship

ZF Chassis Components will award $1000 renewable

for four years to a graduating senior who is pursuing a

degree in engineering, computer-related field, or

business. Minimum 3.3GPA, two essays required.

Deadline April 27th, 2016. Info in counseling office.

The Bonnie & Ed LaClair Scholarship

Mr. and Mrs. Ed LaClair will issue a $1000

scholarship to a student who submits an essay,

resume, transcript, shows involvement in

community/school, and is accepted to an accredited

college or university. Deadline is April 29, 2016.

Application in counseling office.

The Lapeer Countly EMS Association Larry

Peplinski Memorial Scholarship

The Lapeer County EMS volunteers will award one

$500 scholarship to a student seeking a career in a

health care related field for postsecondary studies.

Essay required, GPA minimum of 2.5, letter of

recommendation required. Personal interview may be

necessary. Deadline for application is April 30, 2016.

Info available in counseling office.

Metamora-Hadley Lodge #210

Free & Accepted Masons of Michigan Two scholarships will be awarded to students with

GPA of 2.0 or above, essay required, letters of

recommendation required. Selection will be based on

attributes of scholastic ability, need, character,

service, and leadership. Deadline is May 1st, 2016.

Info available in counseling office.

Lapeer Wildflowers Scholarship The Lapeer Wildflowers Club will award one $500

scholarship to a student who is pursuing studies in

Horticulture/farming. The application requires an

essay, minimum GPA of 3.0, and personal resume.

Deadline is May 1, 2016. Info in counseling office.

The Hunter Felton Memorial Scholarship Two $1000 scholarships will be awarded to students

who have a minimum 2.5 GPA, participated in

athletics during school, submit recommendation

letters, and an essay. Deadline is May 20th, 2016.

Information is in counseling office.

Horatio Alger National Career &

Technical Scholarship Program Students who intend to pursue a career or technical

education in a community college setting, have

financial need, and have exhibited integrity and

perseverance in overcoming personal adversity,

should consider applying for these $2500

scholarships. Apply Now-June1, 2016 at

application.horatioalger.org

Opportunity Knocks!

The University of Michigan Flint is holding summer

camps for Vocal Music and Entrepreneurship.

Scholarships are available. Info in counseling office.