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Ike Counseling Newsletter: February

Winter 2025

Ike CounselingNewsletter: FebruaryWinter 2025

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Eisenhower Counseling Office Website

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Schedule Information

Course requests for the 2025-2026 school year are happening NOW! Counselors recently presented to current 9th-11th graders regarding scheduling information. We are meeting with students one-on-one throughout the month of February to review course selections and ensure student selections are requested in PowerSchool. Please see scheduling information HERE.


Specific Topics:

Course Descriptions Guide

UCS Graduation Requirements

Career Paths for Areas of Academic Interest

Flex Options

Personal Curriculum

Advanced Placement

Seal of Global Language

Dual Enrollment

School-to-Work Internships

There are positions available for students who are interested in School to Work opportunities for the 2024-2025 school year. Job opportunities are available in medical, business, and manufacturing.


For more information, contact Mrs. Lelito at catherine.lelito@uticak12.org or send her a TEAMS message. Use the QR code to apply for a STW position for the 2025-2026 School year.

UCS Career & Technical Education (CTE) information

The UCS Career and Technical Education department has updated its website and pathways, including new informational videos that provide an overview and benefits of its programs. Below are links to the new pathway sites and videos:

2025-26 FAFSA Form - Now Available!

The U.S. Department of Education recently announced the 2025-26 FAFSA form is now available for students looking to secure financial aid in the 2025-25 Academic Year.


The FAFSA form connects students to various forms of Federal and State financial aid programs. The FAFSA is required for most State of Michigan financial aid programs, including the Michigan Achievement Scholarship!


Students can complete the FAFSA at StudentAid.gov.


For additional information about the FAFSA, please visit our FAFSA resources page.

The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential is not affiliated with National Merit Scholarship Corporation or its registered trademarks National Achievement®, Achievement Scholarship®, or Achievement Scholar®.


michigan.gov/mistudentaid

mistudentaid@michigan.gov

888-447-2687

US Department of Education: Money for College

Family FAFSA Nights

UCS is offering an opportunity for Senior students and their parents to get assistance in completing the FAFSA. There will be interpreters available in Arabic, Spanish, and Albanian to assist parents and students. More information coming soon!


Location: IRC at 14201 Canal Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48313

Upcoming Dates: 2/10/25 and 2/12/25

Michigan Student Aid & Helpful Links

In academic year 2022-2023, the State of Michigan provided more than $476 Million to Michigan college students through State financial aid programs. Please see the link HERE for more information on the following programs and opportunities:


  • TIP (Tuition Incentive Program)
  • Michigan Achievement Program
  • Plans for after Graduation
  • FAFSA updates

Virtual Financial Aid Presentations: Register NOW!

FAFSA Workshops

Receive professional guidance to complete and submit the FAFSA. This workshop is facilitated by Oakland University Student Financial Services and is available as a public service to all high school seniors and current college students, no matter where students choose to attend college. Each workshop session is expected to last approximately 30-60 minutes and will have options for a private breakout room to ask personal questions or share your screen privately for assistance.


Prior to your workshop:

Download the FAFSA Worksheet to access the steps to prepare for the FAFSA. All contributors (students, spouse, and parent(s)) must each create a studentaid.gov account (FSA ID) more than 24 hours before you complete the FAFSA. Record the login information in Step One of the FAFSA Worksheet. Do not create an ID for anyone else, you must use your own personal email and personal phone number. Review the items in Step Two of the FAFSA Worksheet to gather necessary information to complete the FAFSA.

SENIORS: Request your Mid-Year transcript via Xello!

Students applying to non-common app schools will use the Xello platform to submit supporting documents for college applications. Click here to view the 2-minute instructional video.

Latest article: Benefits of going to Community College

Military Information

In the FUTURES magazine, learn how the Military provides opportunities to make an impact, learn transferable skills, get educational benefits, and make fast friendships. Click the image below to view the current issue of the UTURES magazine.

SAT Prep Opportunities

MISD In-Person SAT Test Prep

Final Payments due now for AP Exams!

Just a reminder...in November students were asked to pay a deposit for each AP Exam ($40/per exam). The remainder of the payment per exam is now due.


$105 total per exam

$150 total per AP Seminar and AP Research courses only


This payment process can be super confusing to many families as they thought the deposit was all they owed.


Please share this information with your classes and ask students to check our AP Website for this information as it clearly outlines the payment process.


Eisenhower AP Webpage Link: https://sites.google.com/view/eisenhowerapexams/home

Want to be an OU Honors College Student for a Day?

Are you a high-achieving high school student entering your sophomore, junior or senior year in the fall? Would you like to participate in an exciting program that will provide you with the opportunity to discover what it's like to be in an Honors College? We would love to have you apply for this fabulous opportunity!


Event: Wednesday, March 26th from 9am - 1pm at the OU Honors College

Applications are due March 3rd.

Students that are selected will be notified.


Students with a 3.7 or higher GPA are welcome to apply. OU will select 30 students for the event (at no cost!) on the beautiful campus of Oakland University on Wednesday, March 26th from 9am-1pm. Lunch will be provided! They have a fun-filled and enriching day planned just for YOU!


Click HERE to apply!

Summer Internship/Camp Opportunities: Apply Now!

Health Science Summer Camps at Oakland University

Interested in making a difference in people's lives, the community and the world through the field of health care? We welcome students entering the 10th, 11th, or 12th grades to the Explorations in Health Careers summer camp. Learn how the School of Health Sciences' motto – in purpose for Health – guides you into choices that suit you best!

2025 Dates: June 16-20 (Section 1) and June 23-27 (Section 2)

Registration will open on February 1, 2025.

We'll help you explore the extensive variety of future health careers that match your current interests in the natural sciences, social sciences and more. Through interactive, hands-on problem-solving and real-world health scenarios, participants develop essential leadership skills in values, roles, responsibility and communication, setting the stage for successful future health care pursuits.


At this camp, discover the broad range of health fields included in the four departments of the School of Health Sciences: Interdisciplinary Health Sciences - where life and health interests intersect; Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences - serving the sciences of clinical determination; Human Movement Science - advancing and restoring physical function; and Public and Environmental Wellness - pursuing society's big health challenges.

Career opportunities we'll delve into include:

  • Physical therapist
  • Medical laboratory scientist
  • Nutritionist
  • Health imaging specialist
  • Public health professional
  • Exercise scientist/physiologist
  • Health care coordinator
  • Environmental health and safety professional
  • Physician Assistant
  • Physician
  • Other health professionals

Michigan Health Sciences Summer Institute

SUMMER 2025 PROGRAM APPLICATIONS


The Michigan Health Sciences Summer Institute (MHSSI) is comprised of three academies that expose learners to careers in the health sciences, foster leadership development, enhance academic skills, and prepare them for admission to medical school. Our goal is to encourage personal and professional growth in students throughout the academic pathway, from high school through college.

SUMMER PRE-COLLEGE EXPOSURE ACADEMY


Are you ready to apply to college?
Gain exposure to healthcare professions, enroll in an SAT Prep Course, prepare for college, and more!
Meals are provided


APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2025 AT 11:59 PM

CAREER DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY


Get paid to study for the MCAT Exam!
Engage in an MCAT prep course, mock interviews with admissions, prepare for medical school applications, and more!
Payment, housing, and meals provided


APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2025 AT 11:59 PM

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ACADEMY


Join the Leaders and Best in Research!
Strengthen your research skills, grow through professional development and networking opportunities, and more!
Payment, housing, and meals provided


APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2025 AT 11:59 PM

Michigan Health Sciences Pre-College Exposure Academy (SPEA)

The Michigan Health Sciences Pre-College Exposure Academy is a free, hybrid program. SPEA is intended for highly motivated high school students in the 10th or 11th grade. Students gain exposure to University of Michigan healthcare professionals. The SPEA curriculum is aligned with the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) Core Competencies, which are fundamental to preparing students to be healthcare professionals. If you have questions regarding SPEA, please contact oheiprehealthprograms@umich.edu.

  • Program Dates: Monday, July 7, 2025 to Friday, August 1, 2025
  • Mondays-Thursdays: Virtual SAT prep course (10 am - 12 pm) and interactive professional development workshops (2 pm - 4 pm)
  • Fridays, July 11, July 18, July 25, and August 1st: On-campus from 9 am - 5 pm
  • Application Deadline: Friday, February 7, 2025 at 11:59 pm
  • Application Link: https://umhs.smapply.io/
    NOTE: Please register by creating your own username and password.

See our Frequently Asked Questions Google Doc.

UCS Wellness

https://www.uticak12.org/Page/148
Utica Community Schools works to support the physical, mental and social-emotional development of all students. Our wellness pages contain a variety of resources for students, teachers, staff, parents and community members. Visit the UCS Wellness Page for great resources!

UCS College Central

Welcome to UCS College Central - Home for all current and future UCS Alumni! Consider this your one stop for valuable resources as you prepare for your next academic step. These resources are organized with links and videos to provide students and parents self-directed assistance to navigate through the post-secondary planning process. Visit the UCS College Central today!

Macomb Engage!

Check out the amazing Macomb Engage website from our local MISD. It has a Career Spotlight Series, Future Planning Resources, Career & Technical Education Information, and Industry Engagement resources.

Schoology Groups

Counselors deliver information regularly through the Schoology Group page. All students have access to the group affiliated with their graduation year. If you are not in your group, please add yourself to the group by using the appropriate access code:

Schoology Group Access Codes:

Class of 2025: QW3S-RWDK-DSXZ4

Class of 2026: 56BD-TSDK-JHQ7Q

Class of 2027: 56BD-TSDK-JHQ7Q

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