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Groves Counseling News
September 2023
Dates to know:
- Schedule changes for Trimester 1 MUST be made by September 8, 2023
- Senior parent and student night, September 7, 2023, 7:00 p.m. Auditorium
- Common Application overview, nuts & bolts, September 12, 7:30 a.m. College and Career Center
- Financial Aid overview, September 14, 7:00 p.m. Auditorium
- PSAT/NMSQT testing for Juniors, October 18, 2023. DIGITAL Test. Details to follow
- College Visits, Click this link to see full calendar
Practice SAT with Class101
Juniors are invited to Practice the digital SAT ahead of the PSAT/NMSQT on Saturday, September 30 in the Cafeteria. Due to space limitations, this is only offered for Juniors, a dedicated sign up list will be published soon. There will be an additional opportunity for other grade levels to practice ahead of spring testing. Stay tuned for dates.
Department News
Welcome Felicia Starks
Mrs. Starks is most excited about getting to know the students at Groves High School!! When you get a chance, come and say hi!
Counselors Meet weekly
The Counseling Department meets each and every Monday morning to start the week on the same page and mindset.
Mindfulness with Mr. Cognetto
Mr. C is offering all students the opportunity to practice mindfulness during x block, every week. Students who want to reduce stress, find calm, increase focus, or even gain a competitive advantage in athletics, are encouraged to attend. QR codes are throughout the building to get communications regarding meeting places and updates.
School Emails Going to Spam?
If your school communications from Counseling, this newsletter or other Groves Faculty are going to your Spam folder. Be sure to click "not Spam" on the sender. Last spring this began to happen and has continued due to updated security measures keeping district data secure. We want to be sure you're getting all the proper information.