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Guidance Office News

November, 2007

High School Code Number 141-980

Our High School Code number is 141-980. When students are filling out applications and it asks for a school code number, you need to use the numbers 141-980. This is the identification number given to Fulton High School.

Testing Dates

Testing has been scheduled for the following dates during the 2007-2008 school year.

PSAE Test Dates April 23-24, 2008

Scholarship Applications

Juniors and seniors should check the red box on the file cabinet by Mrs. Wiersema’s desk at least once a week for new scholarship applications. When students are filling out scholarship forms or writing letters, please be sure to type them or write neatly. We now have information on the following scholarships.

2008 SAE Engineering Scholarships – Applications will be taken from September 1 until December 1. Applicants must intend to earn a degree in engineering or a related science (examples related science: Math, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Technologies, Computer Science). There are two different scholarships. Undesignated scholarships are corporate sponsored and range from $1,000 to $10,000. University sponsored scholarships are sponsored by participating universities and colleges and range in value from $400 to full tuition. Applications are available in Guidance or may be found at http://www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm
AXA Achievement Scholarship in association with U.S. News & World Report – The AXA Achievement Scholarship offers college scholarships of $10,000 and $25,000 to high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in their activities in school, the community or the workplace. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Applications must be postmarked by Saturday, December 15.
2008 Jo-Carroll Energy Scholarship – One $500 scholarship is available to a Whiteside County student. You must be a high school senior attending school in Whiteside County and must be a son or daughter of a Jo-Carroll Cooperative member who is receiving services from the cooperative. The scholarship may be used at any 2-year or 4-year accredited college or university including vocational/technical schools, and lineman’s school. Award is based on GPA, college entrance scores, work and volunteer experience, and participation in school and community activities. A short essay is required. Applications must be received by January 1, 2008. Applications available in Guidance.
Illinois Electric Cooperatives (IEC) Memorial Scholarship Program – A total of seven scholarships will be given in the amount of $1250 each. The applicant must be a high school senior who is planning to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or vocational/technical school in the United States. Scholarships are awarded based on grade point average, college entrance test scores, work and volunteer experience, participation in school and community activities, biographical statement and knowledge of electric cooperatives by writing a short essay. Applications are available in the Guidance office. Applications should be returned by January 1, 2008 to Jo-Carroll Energy, P.O. Box 390. Elizabeth, IL 61028-0390
National Wild Turkey Federation’s Academic Scholarship Program – Students must actively participate in hunting sports and support the preservation of the hunting tradition. Students should be graduating seniors with a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. A copy of the students current hunting license is required and the student must be a member of The National Wild Turkey Federation. You must submit with your application, an essay and autobiography and three letters of recommendation. Applications are available in the Guidance Office and due no later than January 1, 2008.
Bi-County Cooperative Foundation 2008 Foundation Scholarships/Awards/Grants

(1) Bi County Special Education Scholarship for (Regular Students) This scholarship is for a regular education student planning to teach Special Education. There are (6) $250 to $500 scholarships available. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Applications must be submitted in a typed format and postmarked by January 15, 2008.

(2) Bi-County Education Scholarship (for Special Education Students) and Propheter Family Scholarship for (Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder) – This scholarship is for a special education student applying to a higher learning, vocational or trade school program. Documentation of special needs must be submitted with the application. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Applications must be submitted prior to January 15, 2008 in a typed format.

(3) Propheter Family Stipend for (Family member of student with Autism Spectrum Disorder) – This scholarship is for a family member with an autistic child desiring education on autism. A stipend form must be completed and submitted prior to January 15, 2008. The form must be submitted in a typed format. Forms are available in the Guidance Office.

(4) Achievement Awards – Ten $50.00 awards awarded to a teacher, student, or community member who makes a significant contribution in the life of a person with a disability. Forms are available in the Guidance Office. Must be submitted prior to January 15, 2008 in a typed format.

McKelvey Foundation Scholarship-Entrepreneurial Scholarship – Student must own and operate a genuine business and have at least one employee. The student must be graduating senior in the spring of 2008 and plan on attending a four year college or university. An online application must be completed by January 15, 2008 at http://www.mckelveyfoundation.org/entrepreneurial.
Burger King Scholars Program – Up to 700 $1,000 scholarships available. You must maintain a 2.5 or higher grade point average, work part-time an average of 15 hours per week, 40 weeks per year, be actively involved in community service activities, demonstrate financial need, and plan to enroll in an accredited two year or four year college, university, or vocational/technical school by fall of the application year. Applications are available online at www.bk.com/scholars. Applications must be postmarked by February 15, 2008.
Community Foundation of the Great River Bend – The following scholarships are available to Fulton High School seniors. All applications must be returned to Guidance by Friday, February 1, 2008 except the Iowa-Illinois Regional Auto Show Scholarship. This scholarship application must be returned to the Guidance Office by 3:15 on Friday, January 4, 2008. Applications are available in the Guidance Office.

Edward R. Adland & Ruth H. Adland Scholarship –must be planning to attend Augustana College, University of Northern Iowa, or Iowa State University. Financial need is the main criteria for a student with a 2.00GPA or above. There is a $5,000 annual award.

Louis F. Bulechek Memorial Scholarship –Merit is evaluated by school acitivities , community and personal activities and work experience. Applicant should have at least a 2.0 GPA or above on a 4.0 grade scale. Must be a full-time college student enrolled for the purpose of earning credits for a bachelor degree. The scholarship is awarded based on financial need.

Mike Condon Memorial Scholarship – Student should have a 2.25GPA or above and should be enrolled in a construction-related course of study. Student must be enrolled full-time and pursuing an associates or Bachelor’s of Arts degree from a university.

Great River Bend Cyclone Award Scholarship – Recipient must plan to attend Iowa State University.

Don E. and Charlotte Williams Scholarship – Applicants must have reasonable financial need, show evidence of leadership and character, demonstrate academic achievement and student does not yet have a Bachelors degree.

Iowa-Illinois Regional Auto Show Scholarship – To be eligible for this scholarship, you must have a parent, relative, or guardian who has been employed at least one year at a new car dealership. Need is a consideration. A short essay discussing future aspirations and career goals is also required. Applications for this scholarship must be returned to the Guidance Office by 3:15 on Friday, January 4, 2008.

9. Morrison Institute of Technology Counselor Scholarship – Applications are available in Guidance for any senior planning to attend Morrison Institute of Technology after graduation. Please fill out the application and return to Guidance to be selected by March 1, 2008. One to two $500 to $1,000 scholarships are available.

FAFSA Forms

Apply free online at www.fafsa.ed.gov

Remember, submit your application as early as possible, but no earlier than January 1, 2008.

Free College Brochures

Free magazines containing college information and military brochures are available in the hallway by the Guidance Office. Students may pick up any of the free materials they may be interested in. Free book covers are also available in the Guidance Office for all students.

Counseling

Free counseling is available in Guidance. Students may make an appointment to see a counselor at any time. Just stop by Guidance and ask for an appointment or see if a counselor is available at that time.

College Information

We have many college catalogs and other information available to students at all times. Stop in Guidance to make an appointment for Advisory period to go over college information with a counselor. FHS 2006-07 College, Scholarship, and Testing Guide booklets are available in Guidance.

College Visits

Seniors are allowed two college visit days a year. They must check in with Guidance a couple days in advance of their visit to make out the necessary forms for their visit. A parent permission slip and the college visit forms must be turned in before they leave for their visit

College and Military Scheduled Visits

Most colleges and universities only visit once a year at Fulton High School. Students should try to attend first semester presentations. Please sign up in Guidance a couple of days before the scheduled presentation you wish to attend. Passes will be on Mrs. Wiersema’s desk the morning of the scheduled presentation. If the College Representative calls and no one is signed up for the presentation, the College Rep will probably not come to Fulton High School first semester.

1. Monday, November 26 Northern Illinois University,

DeKalb, IL

2. Thursday, December 6, 2007 Trinity Christian College,

Palos Heights, IL

Presentations Scheduled during Lunch Periods

None are scheduled.

College Preview and Open House Days

Sauk Valley Community College at Dixon, IL

Campus visits at Sauk Valley Community College are designed to give you information about the college. During a visit at Sauk, you can go on a campus tour and gain information on academic programs.

To register for a visit, phone in advance by calling 815-288-5511 ext. 297.

Eastern Illinois University at Charleston, IL

Open house programs at Eastern provide you and your family opportunities to meet with faculty and staff from academic departments and various campus offices. Campus and residence hall tours are also available.

Open House Dates:

Monday, November 12, 2007 Veterans Day

Monday, February 18, 2008 Presidents Day

Saturday, April 19, 2008

Friday, July 11, 2008

To schedule a visit for an Open House, go online at www.eiu.edu/~admissions/visit.php or call (800)252-5711 or (217)581-2223. Saturday visits may only be scheduled by phone.

Illinois State University at Normal, IL

Reservations may be made online and the days schedule may also be found at www.IllinoisState.edu/openhouse . If you have questions, you may contact the school Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 309-438-2181 or toll free at 800-366-2478. You may also email questions to openhouse@IllinoisState.edu .

Open House Dates:

Monday, November 12, 2007 Veterans Day

Monday, March 3, 2008 Pulaski Day

Monday, March 24, 2008 Spring Open House

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, IL

The Campus Visitors Center welcomes prospective students Monday through Friday (except holidays). The programs are offered at 10:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M.. Call (217)333-0824 for reservations or visit their website at www.visit.uiuc.edu.

Western Illinois University at Macomb, IL

Discover Western open house programs are for prospective students and transfer students who want to receive an overview of academic programs and student services. The program offers a special visit with their academic programs of choice, and a campus walking tour that includes a residence hall room.

Reservations may be made online at www.admissions.wiu.edu or by phone toll free (877)742-5948.

University of Dubuque at Dubuque, Iowa

Fall preview Day Sessions will include:

Tour of Campus

Discussions with professors

Lunch with students

Meeting with coaches

Introduction to student activities

You may register online at www.dbq.edu or call 800-722-5583 to attend a Preview Day.

Fall Preview Days:

Saturday, November 10 @ 10:00 a.m.

Saturday, December 1 @ 10:00 a.m

Morrison Institute of Technology at Morrison, Illinois

Open House sessions will include:

Campus Tours

Financial Aid/Scholarship Informational Meeting

CAD Displays/Surveying Presentation

Dormitory/Recreational Center Preview.

You may schedule a visit by calling 815-772-7218 Ext. 207

Open House Dates are:

Saturday, November 17, 2007 from 9:00 – 12:00

Saturday, February 23, 2008 from 9:00 – 12:00

Saturday, April 5, 2008 from 9:00 – 12:00

Northern Illinois University at DeKalb

Reservations are not required but morning arrival is strongly recommended. Open House Activities start at the Holmes Student Center, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open House Activities include:

Campus bus tours

Residence hall visits

University information fair

More information is available by calling Office of Admissions at 815-753-0446 or 800-892-3050.

Open House Dates are:

Friday, November 9, 2007

Monday, February 18, 2008 (Presidents’ Day)

Friday, March 21, 2008

Selective Service

The law says that men must register when they turn 18 with the Selective Service System. It is important for young men to register with Selective Service to stay eligible for programs and benefits connected to registration, such as college loans and grants, federal employment, job training, and driver’s license eligibility in most states. You may register

www.sss.gov .

American School Correspondence Classes

Students may make up two failed classes (2 credits) by correspondence. Exams at the end of each chapter need to be sent in after each exam is completed. When you have completed all exams at the end of each chapter and sent them back to the American School, you may take your final exam in Guidance. Do not wait and send in all exams at once. If you wait and send in all exams at once, it may take a couple weeks to get your final, because they will not send a final exam until you start sending in your end of chapter exams. Then the final has to be completed and returned in the mail. When they are correcting your exams and they have found you have failed an exam, it will take a couple weeks to get a replacement exam back to you to make up the failed exam. This could be a problem if the deadline is nearing for all work to be sent in. All exams need to be mailed to the American School by April 15 in order to get a transcript back to Fulton High School before Graduation Day. May is a very busy month for the American School as many other students are trying to finish their correspondence before Graduation. Correspondence applications are available in Guidance and must be approved by the principal. Applications must be signed by a counselor. All fees must be paid and work completed before the American School will send a transcript to Fulton High School.

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