FZE Counseling Newsletter
11/11/24
PLEASE TAKE TIME TO READ THE VALUABLE INFORMATION IN THIS NEWSLETTER. Many of your questions can be answered here in this newsletter.
BOTH STUDENTS AND PARENTS are receiving these newsletters. Parents: Please encourage your child to read these messages and take any appropriate action themselves.
Thank you!!
Your FZE Counseling Department!
Counseling Department
(A-D) Ms. Krista Reese, Counselor, kreese@fz.k12.mo.us
(E-K) Mrs. Kristen Trachsel, Counselor, ktrachsel@fz.k12.mo.us
(L-R) Mrs. Couri Shepard, Counselor, cshepard@fz.k12.mo.us
(S-Z) Mrs. Kristin Piercy, Counselor, Department Chair, kpiercy@fz.k12.mo.us
(Mental Health Professional) Mrs. Kylie Holemeier-Guilliams, kholtmeierguilliams@fz.k12.mo.us
Mrs. Leslye Paleen, Financial Aid Secretary, lpaleen@fz.k12.mo.us
Mrs. Andrea Lammle, Registrar, alammle@fz.k12.mo.us
Please reach out to our Counseling Department via emails above or at 636-477-2400 should you have any questions or need assistance.
CAREER AND COLLEGE EXPLORATION TOOLS
Not sure what you want to do after high school? Undecided on your career path and interests? It is VERY important to take time for SELF-EXPLORATION AND SELF-DISCOVERY! Check out the resources below to help. ;)
ICAP (Individual Career and Academic Plan) Days
Counselors will be meeting with students to discuss/review their ICAP via Missouri Connections. We will help students set goals, explore careers, take self-surveys, and plan for post-high school options. One of the best ways to explore careers is to understand more about yourself. When students take time for self-discovery and exploration, they may find a career they will enjoy while creating plans and goals for their future!
DID YOU KNOW?
Student Opportunities
Lewis and Clark Tech/Career Center - It is time to apply!!
Sophmores and Juniors - are you interested in attending Lewis and Clark Tech/Career Center for the 2025-26 school year?! If so, it is time to apply! Below is a list of the programs offered at Lewis and Clark as well as an Open House opportunity!
Click HERE to apply!
FZE Apprenticeship Programs
What is the Fort Zumwalt Apprenticeship Program and how does it work?
Students that are interested in applying for the Fort Zumwalt Apprenticeship Program need to enroll and complete one of the many Career Technical Education (CTE) Apprenticeship Courses offered at Fort Zumwalt School District. (Industrial Tech, Business, FACS, Healthcare, IT, etc.) Once they have completed the course, they can fill out the application including two instructor recommendations. Applicants will then be asked to interview at a local business partner for the apprenticeship position they have selected. If hired, the applicant will be registered with the USDOL Recognized Apprenticeship Program, and complete the requirements set forth by the program. Minimum hours of on the job training is 2000 hours. The 2000 hours do not have to be completed by a students graduation, Students may continue the pursuit of the Apprenticeship after graduation.
Benefits
PAID AN HOURLY WAGE FOR ON THE JOB TRAINING
EARN HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT WHILE LEARNING AND EARNING ON THE JOB
EARNS 45 HOURS OF COLLEGE CREDIT THROUGH ST. CHARLES COMMUNITY COLLEGE
EARNS A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED USDOL CERTIFICATE
Juniors - Interested in MO Boys/Girls State?!
On Tuesday, November 12 at 8 pm MO Boys/Girls States will host a virtual Open House. Any student or parent from any school around the state is welcome to join us to learn more about the program, its benefits, and what to expect! Students and families can register HERE! See your counselor if interested!
Missouri Fine Arts Academy
Sophomores - Looking for am amazing Leadership Opportunity?!
Since 1958, HOBY Youth Leadership has provided transformative leadership development training to over 500,000 high school students around the world. Our seminars guide students through three phases of leadership—personal, group, and service. These seminars educate 8,500+ students each year as they embrace a better sense of their leadership abilities, tangible ways to lead diverse groups, and a challenge to serve their communities. See your counselor if you are interested!
All things ACT!
- If you are interested in taking a National/Saturday ACT, you must register online at act.org.
- Testing Dates are above. Be mindful of the registration deadlines.
- Please reach out to your counselor if you need ACT accommodations!
- Free Test Prep Resources
- Are you on the Free/Reduced Lunch program? If so, see your counselor for an ACT fee waiver. Click HERE for more info about ACT fee waivers. If you are eligible for an ACT Fee Waiver, students will also receive the following benefits:
- Basic registration fees for up to four ACT tests, with or without the writing test
- Free access to The Official ACT Self-Paced Course, Powered by KaplanTest Information Release (TIR) reports—the opportunity for students to request a copy of their questions and answers at registration on three select test dates each year
- Unlimited additional score reports to be sent to colleges or scholarship agencies after testing from any individual National or State and District Test
- College application fees—students can request to have their application fees waived or deferred if they have taken the ACT with a fee waiver.
Class of 2025 Senior Checklist
- Seniors - Click HERE for a career and college planning checklist to help you keep track of important key steps to take throughout the year!
- Also, be sure to check our Counseling Canvas Page to help with further resources and information!
Senior - Transcript Request Form
Seniors - Do you need your official transcript sent to a College, scholarship organization, etc.? Click on the link below.
College Rep Visits for Juniors and Seniors
We are happy to offer juniors and seniors the opportunity to sit and visit with college representatives during the school day here at FZE. These visits provide a wealth of information and allow the students to build a rapport with the reps, who play a large role in the admission process. Please click HERE to sign up for upcoming visits.
A+ Program Information
Interested in FREE money for college? If so, sign up for the state of Missouri A+ program! Click HERE for ALL detailed information about the A+ program.
Open to Families in need for the Holidays
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