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Ike Counseling Newsletter: December

Winter 2024

Ike CounselingNewsletter: DecemberWinter 2024

Eisenhower HS Main Website

Eisenhower Counseling Office Website

Quote of the Month:

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

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

Get to College

While planning for college can be intimidating, Get Schooled is here to help! From reviewing your college and scholarship application essays to helping you with your financial aid, we have the resources to support you every step of the way. Create your student account for a personalized experience, and to ask questions, text #Hello to 33-55-77!

https://getschooled.com/journey/get-to-college/

Once you've built your college list, your next step is to begin the process of applying to colleges. Check out the GetSchooled resource! This organization shares incredible information, including tips to help you decide where to apply to 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.

Late AP Late Registration is now available!

Late AP Registration includes a $40 late fee in addition to the original $40 deposit fee per/exam.


If students are interested in this registration option, please have them complete the late registration form through the following link: https://aptsusa.wufoo.com/forms/wry5wft1l3x30w/


This information is posted on my Eisenhower AP Website and will be posted in the Eagle Express, on the hallway TV monitors, and on Schoology.


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

UCS Pathways to Success

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.

Trades Trends for the Future

Southeast Michigan Construction Academy (SEMCA) Schedule a Tour!

Schedule a tour at SEMCA's Madison Heights or Westland location! Tours are offered to help answer questions about trade school and the construction industry as a whole. Visit the shop, explore classrooms, and see the tools of the trade on the tour. Check out their site HERE!

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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