September 17, 2024 First Parent/Student Evening Event! ALL GRADE LEVELS!!
Please join us on Tuesday, September 17th for our first evening event for all four high schools. The College and Career Counselor will be presenting on two important topics. Both presentations will take place at North Point High School beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Planning for College - North Point High School Library
Open to Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors
College-Bound Senior Seminar - North Point High School Auditorium
Resources for researching, evaluating and applying to colleges for Seniors.
As we move through the school year, we will have more evening presentations to speak about:
- Collegiate Athletics: Recruitment, Eligibility and Scholarships
- Financial Aid/FAFSA/Funding the Gap
- Exploring Wentzvillle School District Program Options
- Career Fair
- Understanding Military Options/Tech Schools/Trade Schools
- Sailing into Senior Year
Freshmen Presentation
On Thursday, September 5th, the Counselors met with the Freshmen class during DEN Time!! We spoke about important information which we hope will begin guiding through their high school years. Please click HERE to review the presentation and as always, please reach to your student's counselor if you have any questions!!
SENIOR CLASS Presentation
On Thursday, September 5th, the Counselors met with the Senior Class during DEN Time. The presentation covered important information as the Class of 2025 navigates through their Senior Year. Please click HERE to review the presentation and as always, please reach do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
REMINDER to sign up for North Point Day of Testing!!!
WSD will be offering students a Day of Testing in October!! This will give students an opportunity to register for and take a test that is best for their future plans. Please review the information on the attached flyer to determine if you are interested in registering for the PSAT, PreACT, ACT, ASVAB or Workkeys. Classes will still be in session for students who are not testing.
WSD is offering free registration to the 11th graders who wish to take the ACT.
Registration Ends on October 11th for all tests!
Additional Day of Testing for Juniors!! PSAT/NMSQT
On October 22nd, North Point will be offering the PSAT/NMSQT testing for all interested Juniors during the school day. The PSAT/NMSQT is the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test for Juniors as well as a great practice tool for the SAT, and even the ACT. The PSAT is divided into 3 different sections (writing, math, and reading). The Writing section is 35 minutes long, Math is 70 minutes, and Reading is 60 minutes; making the total time for the PSAT to be 2 hours and 45 minutes long. There is a testing fee of $18.00 that you would need to pay If you are interested in taking the test. Please make checks out to North Point High School and turn in to the Student Center. Below is the link to sign up to take the test. The deadline to sign up is October 11th. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 636.445.5344 ext. 29243 or at melissapardo@wsdr4.org.
Sign up Here!
9th and 10th Grade
- Continue to work on your GPA (need 2.5 unweighted GPA)
- Continue to work on your attendance (need 95%)
- Talk to Mrs. Pardo about tutoring, as many freshmen and sophomore do not start their hours until Junior year.
- You can do Job Shadowing, please see Mrs. Pardo for more information if interested in this opportunity.
Tutoring
- Students must attend a one-time training before beginning their hours.
- Two trainings a month are offered, one during the school day and one after school. The next training dates are: Wednesday, October 16th at 2:25 p.m. in the Student Center and then Thursday, October 17th during Orange WIN time in the Student Center.
11th and 12th Grade
- A+ Students can participate in Job Shadowing to earn hours
The other opportunities offered after attending Tutor Training:
- Chautauqua Application
- Special Opportunities, link available when there are opportunities (Evening & Sat events)
- Elementary Classroom tutoring (Instructions on A+ Contact List)
XELLO
The Wentzville School District is excited to continue our future ready work with the district's college and career readiness platform, Xello. For the 24-25 school year, middle school and high school students in WSD will continue to utilize the platform and will begin teacher-led lessons during student success time. Lessons should be completed during the following windows of time:
Lesson 1: September 30th -October 11th
Lesson 2: November 12th-22nd
Lesson 3: January 6th-24th
Lesson 4: March 10th -20th
Xello allows students to document their journey as they build self-knowledge, explore post-secondary options, create plans, construct resumes, build a student portfolio, and continually reassess as they take in new knowledge, skills, and experiences. Students also have the opportunity to apply for colleges, request letters of recommendation and transcripts, as well as learn about current job opportunities and scholarships in our community.
Xello Student Opportunities:
Self assessment through personality, learning styles, and skill assessments
Post secondary pathway exploration experiences
College applications and recommendation letters
Unique student portfolio and resume creation
Individual career and academic planning for high school aligned with WSD pathways
Learn about local job opportunities and scholarships in our area
Watch this Xello for families video for a program overview. More information will be available soon on how to activate your family account to view your child’s progress.
Colleges, Universities, Technical Schools and Military Visits
As we move through the school year, many colleges/universities as well as military branches will come to North Point and visit with our students. The visits by college and universities will be at designated times so please continue to check my weekly newsletter for signing up. The military branches will come visit students during lunch periods. This is a GREAT WAY to speak directly with representatives and learn first hand all they have to offer!!!!
Upcoming Visits: Sign up HERE
The University of Alabama, Wednesday, September 18th from 1:40 - 2:15 p.m
Truman State University, Monday, September 23rd from 12:45 – 1:20 pm
St. Louis Community College, Monday, September 23rd at 1:40 p.m.
Washington University/St. Louis, Monday,October 2nd from 1:40-2:15 pm
State Technical College, Monday, October 7th at 12:45 p.m.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Monday, October 7th, 11:50 a.m.
Southeast Missouri State University, Tuesday, October 8th, 12:45-1:20 pm
Bradley University, Wednesday, October 9th, 12:45-1:20 pm
Kansas State University, Thursday, October 17th at 1:40 p.m.
Central Methodist, Wednesday, October 23rd at 1:40 p.m.
Missouri State University, Friday, October 25th at 9:10 a.m.
Missouri University of Science and Technology, Friday, October 25th at 1:40 p.m.
Opportunities to Job Shadow!!!!
CEA Career Weeks are coming up soon!!! Sign-ups for CEA (Career Explorations Alliance) begin Monday August 26, 2024.
Job shadowing allows you to get an up close, first-hand view of a specific career field. Job shadowing provides you the opportunity to explore new interests and can help you decide on a major or career path. This will allow you the opportunity to ask questions and to decide if the career field is a good fit for you. You’ll also gain a better understanding of the skills and education required.
Apply Online!!! www.tinyurl.com/CEAapply
All applications are due by September 22, 2024.
STLCC-South County Open House FOR ALL!!
Your chance to check out our newest programs!
Join STLCC on Tuesday, Sept. 24 as they celebrate their new esports team and practical nursing certificate program.
Stop by between 3 and 6 p.m. to:
- Experience the state-of-the-art esports arena and participate in open gameplay
- Explore the new nursing simulation labs and watch demonstrations
- Ask questions and learn more about esports and nursing from their respective program leaders
- Meet College representatives and learn about student clubs, dual enrollment, disability support services and more
Guided tours of our South County location for those interested in furthering their STLCC experience.
St Charles Community College - Dardenne Creek Campus Open House FOR ALL Grades
Tuesday, September 24
SIGN UP HERE: https://Fall2024OpenHouseSCC.eventbrite.com
Explore and learn about the programs offered at SCC’s Dardenne Creek & Wentzville Campuses:
- Agriculture
- Commercial Driving School
- Culinary Arts
- Education
- Health Occupations
- Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Mechatronics
- Medical Assisting
- Pharmacy Tech
- Registered Nursing (RN)
- Surgical Tech
- Welding
- Representatives will be there to answer your questions!
- Meet with community partners, instructors, advisors and financial aid representatives.
- Tour the Center for Healthy Living & Field to Table Institute.
- Try your hand at welding in our state-of-the-art simulator.
- Be your own boss! Learn about our commercial driving school.
NACAC National College Fair St. Louis
Details: October 27, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Website: https://www.nacacnet.org/event_detail/nacac-national-college-fair-st-louis/
Venue: St. Louis University - Simon Recreation Center
3639 Laclede Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63109
Reminder about SENIOR PICTURES
SENIORS PLEASE NOTE: You are required to be photographed by Trotter in their studio in order to be featured in the yearbook. November 30 is the deadline to take your yearbook picture with Trotter. You do not have to purchase a package through Trotter; however, if you want to be pictured in the yearbook, you do have to take your yearbook photo through them. If you need to schedule this free session for a yearbook photo only, please click on this LINK to schedule an appointment.
NPHS Student Center Team
(A-G) Mrs. VanRonzelen - kristinavanronzelen@wsdr4.org
(H-O) Mr. Laughman- konradlaughman@wsdr4.org
(P-Z) Mrs. Haley - meridithhaley@wsdr4.org
College/Career/A+ Program: Mrs. Pardo - melissapardo@wsdr.org
Educational Support Counselor: Heather Hanvy - heatherhanvy@wsdr4.org
Registrar: Mrs. Shumaker - kellieshumaker@wsdr4.org
Secretary: Mrs. Ritchey - jodyritchey@wsdr4.org