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Guidance Office

Counselor - Redina Dailey

Phone: 698-8831  option 3

Fax:740-698-3614

rdailey@alexanderschools.org

Mission Statement:

The Alexander School Counselors will support students in the areas of Academic, Career, & Personal/Social Development so that they may become responsible members of a diverse community.


 

 

Contents on this page include:

  • ACT/SAT Information
  • College Contact Information
  • Financial Aid Information
  • 2007-08 Scholarship Information
  • Planning Your Future 
  • 2008-09 Course Book Information
  • 2007-08 Guidance Calendar
  • Helping Students Learn Newsletter
  • Teenline Ohio


 

ACT/SAT Information

 

www.actstudent.org (ACT registration)

www.collegeboard.com (SAT registration) 

It is recommended that students take the "Writing Portion" of the ACT & SAT.

www.collegeboard.com/quickstart (If you participated in the PSAT/NMSQT after 2006 you may find this website useful).

 

 Alexander High School CEEB Code: 360-100

 


 

College Contact Information

 

www.ohiou.edu (Ohio University)

www.hocking.edu (Hocking College)

www.rio.edu (Rio Grande University)

www.osu.edu (The Ohio State University)

www.ati.osu.edu (The Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute) 

www.shawnee.edu (Shawnee State University)

www.vettechinstitute.com (Bradford School: Columbus, OH)

www.muohio.edu (Miami University: Oxford Campus)

www.bgsu.edu (Bowling Green University)

www.wscc.edu (Washington State Community College)

www.indwes.edu (Indiana Wesleyan University)

www.marshall.edu (Marshall University)

www.wvu.edu (West Virginia University)

www.wlsc.edu (West Liberty State College)

www.marietta.edu (Marietta College)

www.muskingum.edu (Muskingum College)

www.case.edu (Case Western Reserve University)

www.onu.edu (Ohio Northern University)

www.berea.edu (Berea College)

www.ohiochristian.edu (Ohio Christian University)

www.wooster.edu (College of Wooster)

www.pepperdine.edu (Pepperdine University) 

 

These are colleges that have interested many of our students in the past.  If you would like a college/university added please contact the guidance office.

 


Financial Aid Information

  

Federal Student Aid Information Center

FAFSA (Free App. for Federal Student Aid)

800-4-FEDAID

www.fafsa.ed.gov

·        Find out about application status

·        Request copy of student Aid Report

·        FAFSA on the Web Information

·        Corrections on the Web Information

 

FAFSA PIN

www.pin.ed.gov

 

Ohio Board of Regents

(888) 833-1133

·        State Aid Programs

·        Ohio Instructional Grants

 

Internal Revenue Service

(800) 829-1040

·        Duplicate Income Tax Returns

 

Selective Service

(847) 688-6888

www.sss.gov

·        Registration Inquiries

  

Veteran Benefits

(800) 827-1000

www.veteranstoday.com

·        Eligibility information

 

Ohio Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (OASFAA)

www.oasfaa.org

 

National Association of Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA)

www.nasfaa.org

 

Financial Aid Information

www.finaid.org

 

U.S. Department of Education

www.ed.gov

www.studentaid.ed.gov

  

EFC Estimation Form

www.finaid.org/finaid/calculators/estimate.html

 

GovBenefits.gov: benefits and assistance programs including loans, grants, and scholarships

www.GovBenefits.gov

 

  

This list is provided for informational purposes only. It is by no means a complete list of available resources nor is it endorsement by OASFAA. Contact your college financial aid office with questions or more information.


 

2008-09 Scholarship Information

Current scholarship information will be posted on the website and  paper applications placed in the career center at the high school when avaiable.  Please check with colleges/universities of your choice about specific scholarship opportunties they may offer. 

FastWeb Scholarship Search: www.fastweb.com

Ohio Board of Regents: www.regents.ohio.gov/

Dr. William E. & Norma Sprague Scholarship:  Must plan to attend Ohio University and have a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. For more information contact rbishop@grfoundation.org or apply at http://grcf.egrant.org

Time Warner Cable College Scholarship: Candidate's parent/guardian must be a Time Warner Cable Mid-Ohio Division customer, Must have a 3.5 GPA on 4.0 scale, must demonstrate financial need. For more information visit www.twcmidohio.com/education Deadline: TBA

The Foundation fpr Appalachian Ohio Scholarships:  There are seven different scholarships under this organization that you may apply to receive awards.  Paper applications are available in the career center and you may visit www.appalachianohio.org for more information.  Deadline: TBA

IAAP Scholarship: Sponsored by the Athens Chapter of International Association of Administrative Professionals. Applicant should have career interest in secretarial studies. Deadline: TBA

Athens Soil & Water Conservation District Scholarship: Applicant should have a long-term career interest in agriculture and /or natural resources.  Deadline: TBA

AFSCME  Family Scholarship: www.afscme.org/members/852.cfm  Deadline: Visit website. 

Union Plus Scholarship: Union members, spouses, and dependent children (as defined under the IRS regulations). Deadline: TBA                                      

Food Land Scholarship: Must have a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Deadline: TBA

Sam Walton COMMUNITY Scholarship, and others: www.walmartfoundation.org  Available on-line. Deadline: Postmarked by TBA

Big 33 Scholarship: www.big33.org  Avaiable on-line. Deadline: TBA

United Mine Workers Association - Lorin E. Kerr Scholarship:  Deadline: TBA

Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine Scholarship:  Applicant should exhibit an interest and aptitude in the sciences and have a career goal in the health field. Deadline: Return application to Guidance Office by TBA.

FFA (Future Farmers of America) Scholarships: www.ffa.org  Deadline: Visit website. 

ROTC Scholarships:  www.afrotc.com  Avaiable on-line with varying deadlines for different scholarships.   

U.S. Bank's Internet Scholarship:  www.usbank.com/studentbanking  On-line applications will be accepted from: Deadline: Visit website.     

The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio offers the Wayne F. White Scholarship www.appalachianohio.org  Deadline: Visit website.

The Winners Club Scholarship: for those pursuing a degree in education. http://winnersclubscholarship.visioncomm.net. Deadline: Visit website. 

Settlers Bank Marietta College Scholarship: for those planning to attend Marietta college. Online at www.settlersbank.com or paper applications in career center. Deadline: TBA

ME Companies, Inc. Scholarship: www.mecompanies.com  Need a GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Deadline: TBA

 Leadership and Service Scholarship: Must attend and Ohio College or University. www.oacrao.ohiou.edu.  Deadline: TBA

 2007 Commitment to Agriculture Scholarship: www.monsanto.com or www.nafb.com. Deadline: Visit website.

National Commission for Cooperative Education Scholarship: www.co-op.edu. Deadline: Visit website.

Eleanor Gifford Scholarship: for those attending Ohio University. www.chogs.org. Deadline: TBA

Union Plus Scholarship Program Application. www.unionplus.org/education. Deadline: Visit website.

ESA Foundation Scholarship: http://www.esaintl.com/esaf/. Deadline: Visit website

Darwin T. Turner Scholars Program: for those attending UC. www.uc.edu/turnerscholars . Due: Visit website.

Diabetes Scholarship Program. www.diabetesohio.org. Deadline: Visit website.

NROTC Scholarship. http://www.nrotc.navy.mil. Deadline: Visit website.

Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Sudent Scholarship. www.elks.org/enf/scholars. Deadline: Visit website.

Ohio Newspaper Foundation Minordity Journalism Scholarship Application: For those majoring in journalism at an Ohio University/College. www.ohionews.org. Deadline: TBA

Discover Card Tribute Award Scholarship Program: www.discovercard.com/tribute. Deadline: Visit website.

Robert E. Evans Foundation Scholarship: For those pursuing a major in business or liberal arts.  Must have a GPA of 2.8 or higher on a 4.0 scale.  Applications are available in the career center. Deadline: TBA   

Athens Rotary Club/Lawrence Worstell Scholarship: for those attending Ohio University. Complete and return to Mrs. Dailey by: TBA

Buckey Rural Electric Co-op Scholarhip Program (local) & the Ohio Rural Electric Co-op Scholarship Program (state level): www.buckeyepower.com. Deadline: TBA

The William D. Squires Educational Foundation Scholarship: info. in career center and at www.wmd-squires-foundation.org.  Must have a GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale. Deadline: Postmarked by TBA.

Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year: www.bodybymilk.com. Deadline: TBA

Harry B. Crewson Scholarship: sponsored by OU Credit Union. Applications are in career center. Deadline: TBA and should be returned to Attn. Tricia Hale. 

Best Buy Scholarships: www.bestbuy.com. Deadline: TBA

Printing Industries Education Funds Scholarships: www.pianko.org. Deadline: Visit website.

Kibble Foundation Scholarship: applications are in career center. Deadline: TBA.

Alexander Lions Club Scholarship: Essay and interview required. Deadline: TBA (Please turn applications into the guidance office instead of mailing.)

 Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development Scholarhip: Applications in career center and at www.hapcap.org. Deadline: TBA

Athens Amvets Scholarship: applications in career center. Deadline: TBA.

James R. Hartley Memorial Scholarship: Applications in career center. Deadline: TBA.

The OCTA Gillogly scholarship: Applications in career center and is for those who's parents or guardians are alumni of Alexander High School. Deadline: TBA

 Legislative Scholarship Program: Applications available in the career center. Deadline: TBA

John and Blanche Mussio Scholarship: for those attending the Franciscan University of Steubenville. Applications in the career center; deadline: TBA.

Educational Communications Scholarship Foundation. www.ecisf.org. Deadline: Visit website.

Alexander's Future Foundation Scholarships: Application must include an official transcript, an essay on the importance of a college education (300-500 words), a copy of your letter of acceptance to the college of your choice, and you must attend an interview. (Interview times will be announced and posted in the career center at the high school after the application deadline). Deadline: Return to Guidance Office by TBA.

  • Battrell Family Memorial Scholarship
  • Bryan Bell Memorial Scholarship
  • Christopher Bolin Memorial Scholarship
  • Bray Family Memorial Scholarship
  • Max & Mexie Crabtree Memorial Scholarship 
  • David Enlow Memorial Scholarhsip
  • Eric Mansfield Memorial Scholarship
  • Hamill Family Memorial Scholarhip
  • Brandon & Sharon Lowry Memorial Scholarship 
  • James McCamish Memorial Scholarhip
  • Ryan Ferguson Memorial Scholarship
  • Kevin Shaner Memeorial Scholarhsip
  • Helen & Lewis Sauer Memorial Scholarship
  • Joe Theiss Memorial Scholarship
  • Ball-Shuman Memorial Scholarship
  • Allie Douglas Memorial Scholarship
  • Megan Keffer Memorial Scholarship
  • Rebecca Meeks Memorial Scholarship
  • David Rolston Memorial Scholarship
  • Dr. Kenneth Woods Memorial Scholarship
  • Jeff Gillogly Memorial Scholarship
  • Rebecca Darst Memorial Scholarship
  • Chris Bolin Memorial Scholarship
  • Loretta Doudna Memorial Scholarship
  • Kelly Rine Honorary Scholarship
  •  Randy Dillinger Honorary Scholarship
  • Alexander Faculty & Staff Scholarship

 


 

Planning Your Future Information 

ACT/SAT Free Preparation Course

www.march2success.com

 

knowledge for COLLEGE

www.CollegeAnswer.com

 

Job Profiles

www.jobprofiles.org/

 

Making It Count

www.makingitcount.com

 

America's Career Infonet

www.acinet.org

 

Bureau of Labor Statistics

www.stats.bls.gov 

 

Occupational Outlook Handbook

www.bls.gov/oco

 

EXPLORE/ACT

www.explorestudent.org

 

Peterson's Guide

www.petersons.com

 

Educational Testing Services

www.ets.org

 

 


 2008-09 Course Book Information

 

Coursebook.pdf Coursebook.pdfCoursebook.pdf

Guidance Calendar

                                                                                         

             2007-08 Guidance Calendar

Aug. 6 – 22 Contact Guidance Office about                                             March 3 – 7   Sign up for AP Tests

schedule concerns/changes                                                                        (Tests dates May 7-12)

 

Aug. 23  First day of school for students                                                  March 10 – 14 Ohio Graduation Test (OGT)

                                                                                                                                           (10th, 11th & 12th Graders)

                                                                                                                                            March 10 – Reading           

Sept. 17  College Fair for seniors                                                                                   March 11 – Math                             

                Permission/Pre-registration required                                                            March 12 – Writing

Hocking College campus (9-11 a.m.)                                                             March 13 – Science

Many colleges represented                                                                           March 14 – Social Studies                    

 (11th   & 12th Graders)

                                                                                                           April 10   Post Secondary  Options Meeting                                                                                                                                                7:00 p.m. in cafe                                   

 

Oct. 17    PSAT Exam ($13.00 pre-registration fee)                                     May 7    AP Calculus Exam               

                 11th Graders  (Sign up by  Oct. 12)                                                                                

                (National Merit Scholarship for                                                    May 8  AP English Exam 

 11th Graders only)   8:15 a.m.                                                                         

                                                                                                                                                    

Oct. 22 – Oct. 26   Ohio Graduation Test (OGT)                                                                                                                            

                (11th & 12th  Graders only)                    

                Oct. 22 – Reading                                                                                      ACT Examination Dates

                Oct. 23 – Math                                                                             

                Oct. 24 – Writing                                                           Online registration: www.actstudent.org

                Oct. 25 – Science                                                                                                 

                Oct. 26 – Social Studies                                                      Test Date    Registration     Late Registration 

                                                                                                                                      Deadline          Deadline

Nov. 7    PLAN Test ($9.40 pre-registration fee)                             

                10th Graders only (pre ACT Exam) -                                  Oct. 27         Sept. 21          Sept. 22 – Oct. 5

                World of Work Map Info.  8:15 a.m.                                 Dec. 8          Nov. 2             Nov. 3 –15 16         

                (Sign up by  Nov.2)                                                             Feb. 9           Jan. 4              Jan. 5 – 18  19                                                                                                           April 12        March 7          March 8 - 21

                                                                                                               June 14         May 9            May 10 – 23

                                                                                                   

 

Dec. 6     Financial Aid Meeting                                                                               SAT Examination Dates

                Seniors & Parents 7:00 p.m. in cafe                                    Online registration: www.collegeboard.com

                (11th & 12th Graders)                                                                                            

                                                                                                              Test Date     Registration    Late Registration                                 Registration                                                                                  Deadline          Deadline

                                                                                                                Oct. 6            Sept.10           Sept. 14

                                                                                                                Nov. 3           Oct.2              Oct. 11

January & February – Scheduling for next year                          Dec. 1           Oct. 30            Nov. 8

                                                                                                                Jan. 26           Dec. 26           Jan. 4                                                                                                                  March 1        Jan. 29            Feb. 7

                                                                                                                May 3           April 1            April 10

                                                                                                               June 7            May 6             May 15

         


 

Helping Students Learn Newsletter

This months newsletter can be downloaded by clicking the picture below.

 


 

                                  Teenline Ohio

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