IMPORTANT DATES
SENIOR PARENT POSTSECONDARY PLANNING NIGHT - September 30 at 6:30 PM in the PLHS Excellence Center
Apply 2College Day - October 2 - Tradition Center - 7:30 AM - 8:20 AM and 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES - October 8 & 9 from 4:00PM - 8:00 PM - WE HAVE SCHOOL THESE DAYS!!!
NO SCHOOL - October 11 - TAKE TIME FOR A COLLEGE VISIT!!!
Cap & Gown Order - Deadline - October 21
COLLEGE CAREER EXPO - October 29 from 12:30PM - 3:00 PM, North Gym
NO SCHOOL - November 27-29
FINALS - December 18 - 20
WINTER BREAK, NO SCHOOL - December 23 - January 6
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES - February 6 from 4:00 PM -8:00 PM
YEARBOOK PHOTO DEADLINE - February 7
NO SCHOOL - February 17
SPRING BREAK, NO SCHOOL - March 10 - 14
NO SCHOOL - MARCH 31
NO SCHOOL - APRIL 18 & 21
PROM - April 26 - 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Beardmore Event Center
COLLEGE DAY - April 30
HONORS NIGHT - May 6 - 7:00 PM, PLHS North Gym
SENIORS' LAST DAY - May 8
GRADUATION - May 11 @ 5:00 PM, Baxter Arena
NEW- NEBRASKA LATINO YOUTH SUMMIT
We are currently looking for Latino students who are interested in attending a Latino Youth Summit. There will be five $1,000 scholarships awarded at this conference.
Where: La Vista Conference Center.
When: October 31
Time: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Transportation is provided!
DEADLINE TO REGISTER - October 1 - Email Mrs. Bradley to register
What is the Nebraska Latino Youth Summit?
The Nebraska Latino Youth Summit is a statewide event that brings together hundreds of young Latinos, educators, community leaders, and advocates to engage in meaningful dialogue, share experiences, and inspire positive change. Through workshops, panels, networking opportunities, and keynote presentations, attendees have the chance to explore academic and career pathways, connect with mentors, and access resources that will help them thrive.
If you have already signed up for the Sueños Summit, we will move your registration to this summit.
ATTENTION SENIOR PARENTS: WE ARE LOOKING FOR HELP!
We had our first post-prom meeting with a great turnout! We need your help! We are looking for more parents to join our committees! Our next meeting will be October 15th at 7:30 in the Excellence Center.
- Please check out our volunteer committee list: CLICK HERE.
- To donate items: CLICK HERE.
- Please reach out to Stacey Ingram at staceying3535@gmail.com with any questions!
WE ARE TRYING TO GET TO KNOW YOU!
We’re excited to help you explore the opportunities available to you. Please CLICK HERE to complete a quick form. Your input will allow us to provide you with tailored information about exciting programs, events, and resources just for you!
Thank you for taking this step towards your future!
SENIOR PARENTS, DON'T MISS THE POST-SECONDARY PLANNING NIGHT ON SEPTEMBER 30!
THIS EVENT IS FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS OF OUR SENIOR CLASS!
Parents are invited to attend this event to go over some the basic tasks needed to be completed to make their child's quest for postsecondary education as fruitful as possible.
Counselors will go over: communication, testing, résumés, letters of recommendation, college applications, transcripts, and financial aid. This event will be in the Excellence Center and will last about an hour.
POST-SECONDARY PLANNING NIGHT
WHEN: SEPTEMBER 30
TIME: 6:30 PM
LOCATION: PLHS EXCELLENCE CENTER
DETAILS: PLEASE ENTER THE BUILDING FROM THE SOUTH SIDE
SENIOR TO DO LIST
- Time to order your cap & gown. Deadline to order October 21 - CLICK HERE to order.
- Send Mrs. Bradley a copy of your Senior photo when you have one. These will be used for the Senior class display.
- CLICK HERE to send your yearbook Senior photo. Deadline February 7
- Parents send in your Senior yearbook tribute. See form below.
NEW SCHOLARSHIPS THIS WEEK
CLICK HERE to view scholarships available to students at PLHS. This list is updated on a regular basis!
NEW SCHOLARSHIPS ADDED THIS WEEK
Smith Diversity Scholarship this scholarship is to provide post-secondary education to Nebraska's graduating seniors from under-recognized backgrounds, facing financial barriers, who display academic aptitude, leadership, determination toward goals, and a spirit for making an impact.
Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship this scholarship is for students who have a 2.5 GPA or higher.
Nebraska Good Life Great Journey Scholarship this scholarship is for students who are pursuing a technical degree and hands-on work experience by working part-time at the NDOT.
Northeast Community College offers a variety of scholarships to students who plan to attend their school.
Sowers Club of Nebraska Foundation Continuing Education Scholarship this scholarship is for students who have at least a 3.0 GPA and plan to attend college in Nebraska.
TIME TO START APPLYING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS!
A great scholarship to start with is the Midlands Place Scholarship. This scholarship is very simple to complete and you are only competing against students at PLHS for these scholarships.
Step One: Ask a teacher for a recommendation. CLICK HERE for directions how to request recommendations.
Step Two: Create a resume. CLICK HERE for help creating a resume.
Step Three: Complete the Midlands Place Scholarship application.
Step Four: Email Mrs. Bradley your scholarship application and a copy of your resume.
TURN IN YOUR SCHOLARSHIPS TO THE SCHOLARSHIP OFFICE AS YOU RECEIVE THEM!
Papillion La Vista High school loves to celebrate our Seniors' achievements! If you are awarded a scholarship, please share your good news with our Mrs. Bradley.
We do not care if you are awarded one scholarship or ten, we would like to know about all of them!
CONGRATULATIONS
Blake Mazur
Morningside University, Dean Scholarship
COLLEGE REP VISITS AT PLHS
UPCOMING VISITS
University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Engineering - October 2 at 9:00 AM
Drake University - October 8 at 12:45 PM
Creighton University - October 9 at 12:45 PM
Sign up on MaiaLearning and visit with the college(s) in the Counseling Center. In MaiaLearning, click the "Events" tab on the left. Click the "Actions" on the right of the visit you would like to attend. Click "Attend". You will be signed up to attend!
If you sign up for a visit, please make sure you show up! You will not receive a pass!
COLLEGE VISIT OPPORTUNITY
NO SCHOOL, OCTOBER 11th & 14th
These would be great days to visit a college campus! To set up a college campus visit, go to the college's website and sign up. The ‘Visit’ option can typically be found on the college’s homepage. If not, check under the 'Admissions' tab. You can also try to call admissions.
Here are resources to help make the most of your college visit(s):
WHY SHOULD I TAKE THE AP EXAM?
PLHS does not mandate that exams are taken, but they are encouraged because of the many benefits they have. As AP Coordinator, Mr. Caruso would like you to consider taking the exams. There will be a window to make the deposit. This is essential for the exam to be ordered.
AP Exam Deposit Payment Windows:
• For all year and first semester classes:
September 27th – November 4st
• For second semester only classes:
February 4th – March 4th
How do I sign up?
Step 1:
This step should have already happened in your student’s class. They will need to join the class and move the exam status to “YES” on the MyAP site.
Step 2:
Pay the deposit and confirm intentions by 11/1 on APTSUSA.
ACT TEST DATES FOR SENIORS
October 26 (Registration Deadline: September 20)
December 14 (Registration Deadline: November 8)
To register for one of these ACT test dates, CLICK HERE.
"My senior doesn’t eat at school. Why would we apply for a free and reduced lunch program?"
There are fee waiver opportunities, scholarships available, and more to help support families with financial needs. Unless you complete the "Free & Reduced Lunch Application," you will be unable to take advantage of these opportunities. CLICK HERE TO APPLY.