SENIOR BULLETIN

IMPORTANT DATES

PICTURE DAY - August 22 & 23

Senior Counseling Lessons - During Class - August 26-29

NO SCHOOL - September 2 & 3

HOMECOMING DANCE- September 21 from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM, South Gym

PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES - October 8 & 9 from 4:00PM - 8:00 PM

COLLEGE CAREER EXPO - October 8 & 9 12:00PM - 3:30 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

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

PLHS Counselors

NEED TO SEE A COUNSELOR? CLICK HERE AND THEY WILL SEND A PASS TO SEE YOU.

Mr. Caruso - Alpha Group A-C Mr. Reyes - Alpha Group D, F-H Mrs. Lawhorn, Alpha Group P-S

Mrs. Madler, Alpha Group E, N, O, T-Z Mrs. vanSteenbergen, Alpha Group I-M

PLHS Counseling Secretaries

Mrs. Bradley - Scholarships, Honors Night, Cap & Gowns, Senior Bulletin

Mrs. Nord - PLHS Counseling Secretary, Registrar, Work Permits

ALSO IN THE COUNSELING CENTER

Mrs. Brooke Willman - Student Wellness Counselor/Therapist

Mrs. Molly Schnabel - Social Worker Papillion La Vista High School

Seniors, your school picture and name is displayed in the Counseling Center. Stop by and check it out!

We would love to replace your school picture with a senior photo. You can email your photo to Mrs. Bradley and she will replace it for you.

If you are unable to afford a senior photo and would like an opportunity to get one taken, please email Mrs. Bradley and she will try to help you out with this.

Army National Guard - 1st Monday of the month.

Army - 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month

Nebraska Air Guard - 2nd Tuesday of the month

Marines - 1st & 3rd Wednesdays for the month

Air Force - 4th Tuesday of the month

Navy - 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month

Army ROTC - TBD

Here are some important tasks to keep you on track:

• College recruiters frequently come to PLHS. Take advantage of these opportunities to learn more and make connections by signing up in MaiaLearning.
• September and October are great months for on-campus visits. Many colleges have virtual visits as well. You can typically sign up for a visit through the college's website.
• Ask a teacher for a recommendation. Please limit your recommendation requests to two, as this is all you usually need. Complete the "Brag Sheet" and upload a copy to your MaiaLearning account. CLICK HERE for directions.
• Create a resume. Many scholarship applications require a resume as part of their application process. CLICK HERE for helpful tips.

The UNO Dual Enrollment Application is now available for Papillion La Vista High School Students. If you are currently enrolled in a UNO Dual Enrollment course and want to receive UNO course credit, you will need to submit an application for dual enrollment. To apply, you can visit HERE. DUAL ENROLLMENT DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 27TH.

If you would like to know more about Dual Enrollment and its benefits CLICK HERE.

Worried about the cost of college stopping you from getting a degree? There are ways to cover the cost, including financial aid. You can complete the FAFSA to get the process started.

What is the FAFSA? It is the Free Application for Federals Student Aid. By completing the FAFSA you will be applying for federal, state, and college-based financial aid. The colleges you list on the FAFSA will use the information you provide to award you a financial aid package. To get the BEST financial aid packages from your school, it is important to apply early! The FAFSA will open December 1st watch for details in future senior bulletins.

To begin the process to complete the FAFSA, you will need to create a Federal Student Aid account (FSA ID). You can do this at studentaid.gov. Click Create Account in the right corner to get started. Your parent will also need to create their OWN account. Make sure they complete it as themselves, not as you! This could take three to five business days to receive once completed. STUDENTS DO NOT USE YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL, USE YOUR PERSONAL EMAIL! This is something you can do now.

CLICK HERE for a list of items you will need to complete your FAFSA. NOW is a good time to start getting them together.

EducationQuest is a FREE service for high school seniors. They offer many services such as how to plan for college, how to apply for college, how to pay for college, FAFSA help, how to create an activities resume and more. CLICK HERE to visit their website or click the pictures below for one of their web events.

Below is a document that can be used to help fill out standard college applications. There are common mistakes students make when completing an application and this can delay or hinder the application process. The application will be unique to you, so make sure all information is as accurate as possible.

Are you considering a service academy? The Nebraska congressional delegation (Senator Ricketts, Senator Fischer, Congressman Bacon, Congressman Flood, and Congressman Smith) are hosting an additional Service Academy Day event on September 15th from 1:00 pm -3:00 pm at Lincoln Northwest High School, 4901 West Holdrege St. Lincoln, NE. These events are for all high school students (Freshman through Seniors) that are interested in attending one of the U.S. Service Academies. The presentation details the congressional nomination process and includes information about the service academy application process. If you missed these events, you may review the presentation here. No registration is needed.

The best way to get a preview of all you can accomplish at Nebraska is to experience it for yourself! During your visit, you'll see the spots on campus where you'll spend time studying, living, collaborating, building friendships and making core memories. Plus, learn more about student involvement opportunities and important admission, scholarship and financial aid information. Click HERE for complete details.

Don't miss their College Success Showcase on October 2nd and 9th. Click here for details and to register.

Visiting campus is the best way to see yourself as a future Maverick and all that you can accomplish at UNO. Click HERE to stay up-to-date with their latest information.

The University of Nebraska - Kearney offers several different options to experience a Loper campus visit. You will find lots of places on their campus to meet friends, take a study break, or pause for the perfect photo. Whether it's the iconic bell tower, “The Loper” statue, or the fountain, you'll always find beautiful spaces to unwind and inspire. For more information on how to plan your Loper visit click HERE.

The best way to see if Wayne State is right for you, is to visit. They offer several campus visit options that allow you to learn about their majors, tour their campus, and meet faculty. Click HERE for more details and to plan your visit.

Get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey by scheduling a Peru State College campus tour! They are thrilled to welcome new students and offer you the chance to explore their beautiful campus, meet their dedicated staff and faculty, and experience the vibrant community that awaits you.

Walking through their picturesque campus with over a thousand oak trees, you'll see the outstanding facilities and resources that make Peru State College a place where you can thrive.

Don't miss this opportunity to start your adventure as a Bobcat-choose a date from the list below and come see why so many students are proud to call Peru State College their home. Your exciting future begins here! Click HERE for complete details.

Visiting campus is such an important part of finding out if CSC fits you. Check out their visit options and reserve a tour today. They can't wait to meet you! Click HERE for complete details.

Are you wondering what colleges their are right here in Nebraska? Click HERE for a complete list of colleges you can attend in Nebraska.

CLICK HERE to find scholarships. This list is updated on a regular basis!

Seniors, the PLHS Counseling Center will offer assistance for students interested in applying for the Buffett and Goodrich Scholarships. Each year, PLHS assists close to 100 students applying for these amazing scholarships. If you would like to be part of the team of students who plan to apply for these scholarships, email Mrs. Bradley and let her know you would like to be part of this team.

To be part of this team you must:

• Plan to attend a Nebraska public college:
  
• • NE Community Colleges - CCC, LPTC, MCC, MPCC, NECC, NICC, SCC, or WNCC;
  • NE State College System - Chadron State, Peru State, Wayne State; or
  • University of NE System - NCTA, UNK, UNL, UNMC, or UNO
• Be in need of financial assistance in order to attend college
  • Note: You do not need to be Pell Grant eligible to qualify
  • You must have an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) below $10,000
  • You must have an GPA of at least a 2.0

All eligible applications are reviewed and scored. Selection is based on:

• Financial need
• Academic merit
• Essays
• Recommendations

Papillion La Vista High school loves to celebrate our seniors achievements! If you are awarded a scholarship, please share your good news with our scholarship office.

• Snap a picture of your award letter and email it to Mrs. Bradley.
• Bring a copy of your award letter to Mrs. Bradley in the scholarship office.
• Screenshot your award and email it to Mrs. Bradley

We do not care if you are awarded one scholarship or ten, we would like to know about all of them! If you have questions, see Mrs. Bradley in the scholarship office. The scholarship office appreciates your help turning in these awards as you receive them.

Papillion La Vista Community Schools is offering an ACT Prep Course! Tailored to meet the individual needs of each student, students can choose to attend a session every week or just a few. Research shows that preparation is a key to test taking. Students taking a test preparation course are better prepared for the ACT than those who have done no preparation. This new PLCS ACT Prep Course is taught by PLCS teachers with expertise in each of the subject areas. CLICK HERE to register and for more information.

September 14 - Registration Deadline: August 9

October 26 - Registration Deadline: September 20

December 14 - Registration Deadline: October 7

To register for one of these ACT test dates CLICK HERE.

Need to send a transcripts? CLICK HERE

If you have any questions contact Mrs. Bradley in the Counseling Center.

CLICK HERE for recommendation request directions. If you need a copy of your recommendation, email Mrs. Bradley and she will be happy to help you out. PLEASE DO NOT ask your teachers for a copy of your recommendation. Recommendations written by PLHS teachers are confidential and will NOT be handed to students or parents.

DEADLINE TO ASK A TEACHER AT PLHS FOR A RECOMMENDATION JANUARY 17th

Why would you apply for Free & Reduced Lunch?

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.