TRIMBLE COUNTY JR/SR HIGH

I am attaching links to FAFSA recordings that may help you with the process of completing the FAFSA. There is also more information on the TCJSHS website under College and Career. Share recording with viewers: https://zoom.us/rec/share/pNt_HC0_d-yMRSWywrPvV3mQLZ9o5JQzY23Q_AqdQDdQ9CYt1K-q6Z74BOl0e8eW._Fr84Eyi7LKny3Y4 Passcode: A.%X3m$U I’m providing you with the link below for families who really need a one to one 30 minute meeting with me to file their FAFSA. If you know of such families who need me to walk them through filing the FAFSA please offer them this link. I will get an email notifying me if they choose a date and time through this link. Here’s the link for 30 minute meeting days and times https://www.meetingbird.com/l/bobmcdermott6/fafsa

Berea College Virtual STEM Showcase Day (Free) berea.college/STEM WHO: Any freshman—senior interested in STEM WHAT: Berea College STEM Showcase Day WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2020 WHERE: Virtual Event COST: $0 – register at berea.college/STEM

Scholarship Information for Business and Education Majors KASBO awards $2,500 scholarships to three Kentucky high school graduating seniors who will major in business or education. Interested students must go to www.kasbo.com to apply. Additional information: All applicants must obtain two (2) letters of recommendation. One recommendation must be school-related and one recommendation must be either community-related or church-related. These letters must be emailed directly to scholarships.kasbo@KASBO.com from the author. The student’s name and high school should be in the subject line. (example: John Smith Adair County High). Once the application is received KASBO will send a request to the high school counselor to verify enrollment and transcript information. Finalists will be contacted to schedule an interview. Interviews are conducted electronically. The application and letters of recommendation must be received by December 15, 2020. Scholarship recipients will be selected and notified no later than March 31, 2021.

From JCTC Hi everyone, we are hosting a series of Facebook Live Sessions as a way to promote our programs. See lineup of events below and attached. Please share with students and let us know if you have any questions. Thanks!

Important information from the University of Louisville, After all of the challenges your students have faced and overcome this year, we want to make applying for college as easy as possible. As a Community of Care, UofL is committed to providing students with the support and access they need to achieve their many goals. Simplifying our application process is one way to start. We have removed the essay requirement for any student applying for Fall 2021, with or without ACT/SAT scores. Learn more about UofL's ACT/SAT-optional admissions policy. UofL's J.B. Speed Speed School of Engineering has developed a pathway for direct admission without ACT/SAT scores. This pathway asks students to take the College Board's Accuplacer placement exam in person or remotely. Learn more. UofL's School of Nursing has developed a pathway for direct admission without ACT/SAT scores. Students will need to take the College Board's Accuplacer placement exam for both mathematics and reading in person or remotely. The University of Louisville has lowered the ACT/SAT criteria to apply for competitive scholarships and enhancements. Students who appy to UofL without ACT/SAT scores may also be eligible if they meet GPA requirements. Students can view their eligibility and next steps in their UofL Application Gateway as soon as they submit their application for admission. Please encourage your students to explore UofL this fall! Academic Info Sessions from each of UofL's nine undergraduate academic units are available this October. These live virtual sessions introduce students to program curriculum, learning opportunities (both inside and outside of the classroom), faculty, and current students and alumni. Students also have the opportunity to ask questions and meet other prospective Cardinals. Registration is required. We are continuing to offer both in-person visits and virtual experiences this fall. The Office of Admissions Cardinal Guides are hosting live, interactive campus tours on Instagram every Tuesday and Thursday at 3 pm Eastern. Join us at @uofladmissions. Please remind your students they may apply to UofL with our Take Flight application or the Common App. We're here to help, so please reach out to your personal admissions counselor at any time. Go Cards! Office of Admissions University of Louisville Office of Admissions admitme@louisville.edu 502.852.6531

University of Cumberlands College Fair and other information. https://5il.co/magn

Educational Excellence Scholarship Please visit the links below for an amazing scholarship opportunity. https://5il.co/m938 https://5il.co/m937

Juniors: Thursday, October 22nd will be a practice ACT in the Trimble County Jr/Sr High Gymnasium. This is an opportunity for all juniors to know what it will be like to take the ACT and for us to know what you need come March when the actual test will be given to all juniors across that state. All juniors are expected to attend, even those who are virtual. Please be here Thursday by 8:10 am. You will need to wear your mask. You may bring a bottle of water and a snack. If you have your own calculator, bring that too. If you do not have a calculator, one will be provided for you. Students should be finished testing by noon.

Great news from EKU regarding merit and need based scholarships. PLEASE READ Eastern Kentucky University is continually improving student affordability and access to advanced education through innovative scholarship models. For Fall 2021, the University announced today it would have new merit and need-based scholarships for Kentucky residents. See website for details. https://advantage.eku.edu/scholarships

Good afternoon, Raider Families! Take a moment to view our latest site update - Counselor Corner. This can be located on the Trimble County Jr/Sr High web page under menu. Throughout the year, resources will be added to support students with their social & emotional well-being and developing healthy habits for school and life. Check out the new resource - "Breaking up with Stress"! https://www.loom.com/share/e123255ad6104121937877819ce5347e

FAFSA Night will be held on Wednesday, October 14, at 6:30 pm. This will be our traditional FAFSA (Federal Financial Aid) night which will provide detailed information on how to complete the FAFSA application, create student /parent ID/Pin, and more. This is a very important meeting and again, we encourage both the student and parent to attend. Any student wishing to seek financial aid will need to complete a FAFSA application. You will need to create a zoom account to access these meetings. The link to the Zoom meeting is listed below, as well as instruction on how to access the meeting. Robert McDermott is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: FAFSA Time: Oct 14, 2020 06:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/99515441239?pwd=SXZuQ1ppUXdTMUw5ZWdyTHh4N2wwZz09 Meeting ID: 995 1544 1239

Coca-Cola Scholarship Each year, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation awards 150 college scholarships worth $20,000 to high school students across the United States through the Coca-Cola Scholars Program. Students need a 3.0 GPA and to fill out an online application that requires no essays, no recommendations, and no transcripts by October 31, 2020, at 5 p.m. Eastern. https://5il.co/lzlu

Attention Sophomores, Craft Academy information. The Craft Academy for Excellence in Science and Mathematics is a two-year residential early college high school serving approximately 132 high school juniors and seniors at Morehead State University. Class of 2023 Application Information The application for the Class of 2023 opened on August 3rd, and will remain open through February 1st, 2021. Applicants for the Class of 2023 must: · Be a resident of the state of Kentucky · Be a current sophomore (by transcript) · Be on track to complete Algebra I, Algebra II and Geometry by the END of their sophomore year · Earn a minimum of 18 in English, 21 in Reading and 22 in Math on the ACT or 520 or higher SAT ERW score (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing) and a 540 or higher SAT Math score. · Accepting SAT scores is new to the application process for the Class of 2023. · You are not required to take both the ACT and SAT – eligible scores from either test are accepted. · Complete an online application, and submit a supplemental items packet no later than February 1st, 2021. Register for a Virtual Presentation or Join us on Facebook Live for a quick Q & A: A Virtual Visit Presentation would be perfect for applicants, family members, or school administrators who are looking to learn more about our program, speak to current staff and students, and have the opportunity to ask questions at the end. Our slideshow presentation lasts approximately 30 minutes, followed by the Q&A. For more information and to register for a Virtual Visit is required: https://www.moreheadstate.edu/Academics/Craft-Academy/Prospective-Students/Schedule-a-Virtual-Visit Our Facebook Live sessions are a time to get to know our current students, staff roles and ask questions about the application process. All applicants, family members or school administrators are invited to tune in! Pre-Registration for our Facebook Live Event is not required, be sure you follow MSU Craft Academy on Facebook. Current Facebook Live sessions are created as events on our page. ACT and SAT Information We at Craft Academy are aware of the changes in the ACT schedule for some testing locations. In order to ensure that our applicants are not hindered by this, we have added SAT scores as a testing option for our application process. You are not required to take both the ACT and the SAT – but you may now submit scores from either test. If you are having trouble getting registered for the ACT or SAT, please check the registration for Morehead State University, along with other testing sites that are giving the National Tests across the state. Eligible Test Scores: ACT: 18 in English, 21 in Reading, 22 in Math SAT: 520 or higher SAT ERW score (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing) and a 540 or higher SAT Math score. Have questions? Visit our website www.moreheadstate.edu/craft-academy for more information about our program, curriculum and student handbook. Reach out to our Craft Academy Recruitment Team and we will be glad to answer any questions!

Governor's Scholar Program information session We will be having an informational meeting on Thursday, October 1, at the end of 1st period , for any Junior that is interested in competing for the Governor's Scholar Program in 2021. Please disregard previous dates and times, sorry for any confusion:) Have a great day!

Governor's Scholar Program We will be having an informational meeting on Thursday, October 1, @ 10:30am , for any Junior that is interested in competing for the Governor's Scholar Program in 2021. Informational packets will be passed out at that time. If there are any virtual students that are interested please notify, Ms. Brown, Mr. Craig, or Ms. Howerton and we will get with you as well. Here is the link to GSP for more information. https://gsp.ky.gov/Pages/index.aspx

Morning Drop Off for Jr/Sr High Students at MES: Welcome Back Trimble County Jr/Sr High families! Thank you for a smooth start to the first day back in person with all student. We wanted to provide clarification for families who will be dropping off students at MES to catch the bus to the Jr/Sr High. The most important thing to note is that buses will be unloading and loading at 7:45 am this year in order to arrive at the Jr/Sr High for breakfast. If you arrive after buses have departed, you will need to provide transportation for your student that day. Please note that due to contact tracing and social distancing measures, students and families will need to follow these guidelines: • MES will have 2 lanes open for morning drop off a the front parking lot. Jr/Sr High families should plan to use the outside lane only (closest to the cars) for dropping off students. You may drop your student off at the circle to wait for loading. • Students will board the bus assigned to them for their regular pick up/drop off. If they are unsure, please contact Vanita at the TC board of education. • If you have an MES student and a Jr/Sr High student, please follow the step above then proceed to primary door drop off to have your MES student’s temperature scanned before student unloading. • All afternoon car riders will be dismissed from the primary entrance this year. If you are picking up your Jr/Sr High student, they may walk to sidewalk by the circle to enter your car. We hope that these guidelines will help with student safety and with the traffic flow in the morning allowing families to get to work on time. Please reach out if you have any questions or there is a specific need for your student. We look forward to a great year with students back in person! #weareTC

Good afternoon, Raider Families! As the return to in-person instruction approaches, we wanted to share with you the most recent updates to our reopening plans. Please take a moment to review this information, by clicking on the following link, or by copying and pasting into your browser. Do not hesitate to reach out with any additional questions you may have! https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1m-FNPffvWPq9l_PJeNzc2YoxZAfkMem4yGB2SakNKoo/edit?usp=sharing

Good morning, and Happy Monday! This message is regarding 7th grade students that plan to return to in-person instruction next week. Your schedules will be updated by the end of the week to reflect your 7th grade elective and 7th grade rotation classes. These classes will not begin until we return to the building next Monday.

Clarification regarding PSAT...Students that have already replied to Mrs. Howerton or Mrs. Brown, indicating their interest in taking the test, are schedule to test on October 14th. The January date is second option to test, and the deadline to indicate your interest is October 1st. We apologize for any confusion from our last post. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Howerton, at 502-255-7781. Have a great weekend!!

ACT-PSAT Deadlines Students, the PSAT deadline is being moved to October 1. This test will be taken in January. You can find all of the ACT and PSAT test dates below. Also, if you are a Junior and plan on applying for Governors Scholar Program, you should consider testing during the October sessions. Please contact Ms. Howerton or Ms. Brown with any questions. Please see the link below for test dates. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/925582/ACT-and-SAT-Test-Dates_2020-2021.docx.pdf