This message is for virtual students and their parents. There are still open slots for next Friday, March 19th. For clarification purposes, this is an in-person scheduling meeting. Please use the link below to sign-up. Thank you and see you soon!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F084BA9AC2BA6F58-virtual
IVY TECH SCHOLARSHIP
What are the scholarship requirements?
An eligible applicant must:
Be a graduating senior with a minimum GPA of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Apply for admission to Ivy Tech and meet college admission standards.
Be accepted as a degree-seeking student in a program at the Madison
campus.
Enroll as a full-time student (12 credit hours per semester). Please click on the link for more details.
https://5il.co/qlbj
This sign-up is for students 9th -11th, not currently attending in-person classes and their parent. We are currently preparing for next school year and would like to offer you an opportunity to discuss scheduling options. Please follow these directions to sign up for your spot! Place the student name in the box below the words "student attending" and the parent name in boxes listed as "Name, First/Last". Include an email to receive confirmation of your time slot and reminder. There are multiple available slots. Click on the button to sign up. Thank you!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F084BA9AC2BA6F58-virtual
Attention 8th grade parents! There will be an 8th grade parent night March 16th at 6:00 PM in the gym. We will be discussing scheduling, new graduation requirements and your students four year plan to be successful. There will be a sign-in and temperature check in the gym lobby. Masks and social distancing is required. If you have questions, please contact Andrea Howerton at andrea.howerton@trimble.kyschools.us or call (502)255-7781.
The TCJSHS SBDM Election to fill the midyear parent member vacancy is being held today, Monday, March 1st, 8 am - 5 pm. In-Person ballots/voting will be available at the school. You should report to the main entrance to participate.
Due to COVID precautions, we will also offer electronic voting. If you choose to vote electronically, you will need to send an email containing your name, your student's name, and your candidate selection to Shawna.jent@trimble.kyschools.us. Votes will only be accepted on Monday, March 1st, 8 am - 5 pm.
Candidates include:
Jodi Ginn
Scott O'Guinn
Sid Villines
The TCJSHS SBDM Election to fill the midyear parent member vacancy will be held on Monday, March 1st, 8 am - 5 pm.
In-Person ballots/voting will be available at the school. You should report to the main entrance to participate.
Due to COVID precautions, we will also offer electronic voting. If you choose to vote electronically, you will need to send an email containing your name, your student's name, and your candidate selection to Shawna.jent@trimble.kyschools.us. Votes will only be accepted on Monday, March 1st, 8 am - 5 pm.
Candidates include:
Jodi Ginn
Scott O'Guinn
Sid Villines
Juniors:
The ACT is March 9th! ALL Juniors are expected to be here by 8:00 AM. Please mark your calendars. I will be meeting with in-person students to set up their MyACT Account next week. For those who are virtual A/B, I need you to contact me to set up a time to come in or a time to receive instructions on how to create your account. If I do not hear from you by March 4th, I will be making phone calls and home visits. Setting up your account must be done prior to March 9th. You may call or email, 502-255-7781 or andrea.howerton@trimble.kyschools.us
The Bethany Circle Healthcare Scholarship.
We are pleased to make this scholarship available to any graduating senior in the King's Daughters' Health primary service area who has an interest in furthering their education and pursuing a career in the human healthcare field. Link to apply https://5il.co/pstu
Scholarship instructions and qualifications are attached. This application must be returned to King's Daughters' Health, c/o Trace Hafer, 1372 East SR 62, Madison, IN, 47250, no later than April 15, 2021.
Future 42 Scholarship Reminder
Who may apply: This scholarship is for high school seniors or graduates interested in the Future 42 advanced manufacturing degrees and careers.
How to apply: Students may apply on the Future 42 website at: http://future-42.com/
Upload required documents. Students may also complete a JCTC college application on this website (Be sure to write down the KCTCS Student account ID#).
Information about the required Essay: Demonstrate commitment to career goals and knowledge of the program selected on the scholarship. See page 2, Section I of scholarship guidelines (attached) on selection criteria. NOTE: http://future-42.com/ website has info on the programs and a virtual tour of the campus to assist.
What else is needed:
Email two documents to Lisa.Stethen@kctcs.edu
2021-2022 FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) be sure to add our school code on the FAFSA 006961
Why? This assists the CCTC Treasure in determining how many scholarships the committee may fund)
Polished Resume (visit www.crew.cc college career website for assistance)
Why? The scholarship selection committee are the industry sponsors. The resume places the student on their radar and may prompt opportunities for paid coop/internships.
Additional Questions:
Email Lisa.stethen@kctcs.edu
Applications are now open for the Henry Clay Center's fully-funded, public-policy summer program - the High School Student Congress! This one-week program in Lexington, Kentucky is an ideal academic and professional experience for rising high school seniors (current juniors) interested in politics, government, leadership, and public service!
This year's program will be hosted at the University of Kentucky from June 14th to June 18th, 2021. Students will participate in a bipartisan policy development project, as well as hear from guest speakers, conduct leadership development activities, and enjoy site visits and other social and academic activities. Applications can be found on our website, www.henryclaycenter.org, and are available through February 22nd.
Please find attached an informational sheet and flyer. We hope you will consider sharing this opportunity with your students and colleagues. All students are welcome to apply!
At this time, we plan for the program to run accordingly and in-person. We are hoping the uncertainty of COVID-19 will not affect this year's student congresses, however, we will take necessary precautions.
The Henry Clay Center is a nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to promoting civil discourse and educating future leaders in the principles and practices of statesmanship. For more information about the Henry Clay Center or the High School Student Congress, please visit our website at www.henryclaycenter.org.
Notice of Vacancy: The TCJSHS SBDM Council has a vacancy for a Parent Member. A parent is defined as, "parent, stepparent, or foster parent. Guardians also qualify as parents if the student lives with them and they have a court order giving them legal custody." Parents MUST have a student enrolled in TCJSHS. Employees of TCJSHS, the Central Office, and the Board of Education (and their immediate family members) are not eligible to serve as a Parent Member on the Council.
If you would like to nominate yourself, or another parent, please email the nomination to Shawna Jent: shawna.jent@trimble.kyschools.us
Nominations will be accepted thru February 26th at 5:00 pm. Election will be held on Monday, March 1st, 8 am - 5 pm. More details regarding the election will be shared soon.
Baptist Health Scholarship I have attached the application for the 2021 Baptist Health La Grange Volunteers Scholarship program. This $1000 scholarship will be offered to a 2021 high school graduate in the Oldham, Henry, or Trimble county area. The award will be presented to a graduate planning to enroll in an accredited college/university and interested in pursuing a career in the medical/healthcare field. All scholarship applications must be typed. Feel free to print as many applications as needed or email to those students interested in applying. Link to application https://5il.co/pksp
All applications must be returned and post marked no later than April 23, 2021. Baptist Health La Grange Susan Arnold Volunteer Scholarship Program 1025 New Moody Lane La Grange, KY 40031
Important Information for Future 42 Scholarship
The Carroll County Training Consortium provides renewable technology scholarships to individuals in the Carroll, Gallatin, Henry, Oldham, Owen, Trimble counties and others. The scholarship is a last dollar, full-tuition scholarship that is automatically renewed each year subject to satisfactory academic progress. The rules pertaining to selection of applicants and requirements of recipients are included in this packet on pages 2 thru 6.
Please visit this link for the entire packet, and further instructions
2021 - RENEWABLE TECHNOLOGY SCHOLARSHIPS-CHECKLIST https://5il.co/pkra
The deadline to apply is March 31 2021.
Please use this link to apply http://future-42.com/
A reminder for our 8th grade students interested in iLEAD Academy. Applications & projects are due on Monday, February 15th.
More information available at www.ileadacademy.org.
Please email any questions to: Jenna.gray@carroll.kyschools.us
Good morning! TCJSHS is operating on an NTI 2-hour delay today, Tuesday, February 9th. Please click the link below for access to the scheduled Google Meet times. This schedule was sent home with students yesterday.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BMeLAWw4B1yxUIZbRsGQdHh8mI5rH69wju4FjrEBYgc/edit?usp=sharing
ACT TorchPrep
ACT TorchPrep will be this Wednesday and Thursday at TCJS High School. Any Junior that is not in the building, that is interested in attending please email Ms. Howerton Andrea.Howerton@Trimble.Kyschools.us before 3:00 on Tuesday. TorchPrep has provided students with strategies to improve ACT scores across all content areas. This is a FREE 2 day activity!
In the event of additional NTI/Raider Days, teachers will continue to provide Google Meets opportunities for students. Please click the link below for access to the scheduled meet times.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BMeLAWw4B1yxUIZbRsGQdHh8mI5rH69wju4FjrEBYgc/edit?usp=sharing
Interested in a career in IT?
Bit502 is excited to invite students and parents/guardians to attend our next bit502 Virtual Information Sessions to receive an overview of the bit502 program.
WHAT IS BIT502?
Bit502 is an apprenticeship style program where participants can earn an associate degree in Computer Information Technology, DEBT FREE! Participants will also receive wages while working for local company's and gain valuable skills and experience in areas like Java, Python, HTML, Security, Networking and Databases, and more.
WHEN IS THE NEXT BIT502 VIRTUAL INFO SESSION?
Bit502 Virtual Information Sessions will occur on Wednesday, February 3rd at 6pm. All info sessions will be conducted online and session links will be provided to participants 24 hours prior to the event.
Can’t make the date listed above? No problem, the bit502 team still encourages you to register for a session. Everyone who registers will receive a recording of the session.
WHO CAN ATTEND A BIT502 INFORMATION SESSION?
ANYONE! Whether you are a student, parent/guardian, or high school teacher, you are invited to attend to learn more about this exciting opportunity.
QUESTIONS OR NEED HELP REGISTERING?
Contact Jose Lopez (bit502 Recruiter) at jose.lopez@kctcs.edu or Lawrence Williams (bit502 Program Coordinator) at lawrence.williams@kctcs.edu.
We look forward to seeing you at the next information session sharing this great opportunity with you!
Shelby Energy Scholarship Information
2021 Shelby Energy Scholarship applications are now available at www.shelbyenergy.com/youthprograms.
We will have 6 - $1,000 Scholarships available for Seniors, whose parent or guardian is a member of Shelby Energy.
We also have 2- $1,000 Scholarships available to support those eligible students that are wishing to pursue a career as a Line Technician and enroll in a Lineman Training Program.
The application deadline is April 5.
Jr. High Yearbook Sales (grades 7-8):
Preorders for the Junior High yearbooks are on sale now. The cost of the yearbook is $20 until February 15. After that time, the cost will be $25. There will be a limited number of books available this year. To reserve your copy, your payment must be received by February 15. Bring cash, check, or money order made payable to TCJSHS to Mrs. Center in room 212. You may order with credit card, debit card, or PayPal by going to www.yearbookforever.com and entering our school's name.