NPHS Weekly Counseling Update
March 14, 2025
College/Universities and Military Visits!!
UPCOMING VISITS FOR THIS WEEK!! Please sign up for any of the below visits you would like to attend. We have several first time visits to North Point this week from institutions!!!
Upcoming Visits: Sign up HERE.
Southeast Missouri State University, Wednesday, March 19⋅9:40 am– 10:15 am
Webster University, Tuesday, April 1⋅11:50 am – 12:30pm
BUILD MY FUTURE FIELD TRIP
Build My Future is a construction show case for area high school students. This opportunity connects schools with the construction industry so that students can learn about potential career opportunities in the industry, shedding light on meaningful and good paying jobs. In 2024, 1,966 students, who might be interested in entering the industry attended the expo. If you want to attend this Field Trip, please complete this PERMISSION FORM and return to Mrs. Pardo in the Student Center. I will also have copies of the permission slip in the Student Center if you need a copy. Deadline to turn in permission forms is March 24th!!
You can click HERE to view more about Build My Future!
Sail into Senior Year is an event held for all current Junior students and families!! There is an abundance of important information that is covered as Juniors prepare for their Senior Year.
Topics will include:
Graduation Requirements
Dual Credit Options
A+ Scholarship Program
College Admissions/College Visits
Post Secondary Paths
Utilizing XELLO
WSD Pathways
March 18th
6:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m.
North Point Auditorium
FOR CURRENT SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS
Representatives form SCC will be at North Point to speak about their dual enrollment program. If you are interested in taking dual enrollment for the 25-26 school year please plan on attending. SCC representatives will be back to NP on April 21st to help students register for classes!!
THIS IS FOR STUDENTS ONLY!
Wentzville Rotary Club is accepting applications for the 2025 Rotary Youth Leadership Academy.
The program is held in Warrensburg, Missouri on the campus of Missouri Central University.
The Missouri RYLA Academy is a 4-day, 3-night leadership academy for diverse incoming high school sophomores, juniors and seniors who exhibit a heart for community service. Developed by some of Missouri's top professional educators and Rotarians from Districts 6040, 6060, and 6080, the curriculum is designed to identify and enhance the qualities of servant leadership for each participant, educate them on how to successfully implement a service project, and inspire them to live a lifetime of "Service Above Self." In addition, participants are introduced to the programs and values Rotary has to offer. Established in 1992, Missouri RYLA Academy has educated and inspired more than 2,500 students statewide. It is currently recognized as a model program for Rotary International, worldwide. For additional information go to this link: http://www.missouriryla.com/faq
Academy Dates
Session 1 — Sunday, June 22, 2025 - Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Session 2 — Sunday, July 13, 2025 - Wednesday, July 16, 2025
We have found over the years that the caliber of students selected by the local sponsoring clubs sets the overall tone of each session of the academy. Selecting the best students is KEY to the success of the program every year.
The primary goal of the Missouri RYLA Academy is to teach students how to develop leadership skills, as well as learn to develop a quality service project, following the Rotarian core values. We want to work with students who have hearts and minds focused on service. We want attendees who desire to be there, who will participate fully, and come home from the Academy ready to serve.
We leave the participant selection process up to each local sponsoring club.
Often, clubs rely on local school officials like principals, teachers or school counselors to recognize and select quality students for the club.
There is no grade point requirement, and no restrictions for Rotarian children or grandchildren. The Academy fee is paid for by the Wentzville Rotary Club.
Please complete this Application if you are interested. Deadline is April 15, 2025.
9th and 10 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.
Training
- 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 date is Wednesday, April 16th right after school in the Student Center and Thursday, April 17h during the first part of 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)
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