The Counseling Connection

GLTHS School Counseling Department

Month of March

In This Edition:

- Important Dates in March

- Senior Scholarship Info

- Bus Schedule

- Junior Preview Day at UML

- Financial Aid Tips

- After School Free CNA Program

- Freshmen Shop Selection/College and Career Planning

- Available Resources

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Important Dates in March

March 4, End Exploratory 10/ Midpoint - Quarter 3

March 11, Early Release/ SkillsUSA District Competition

March 18, End Exploratory 11

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Bus Schedules

A Week Bus Schedule

X Week Bus Schedule

3:00PM Late Bus Schedule

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GLTHS Scholarship and Tool Application

Attention Seniors! The Greater Lowell Technical High School Scholarship and Tool Application is available on Naviance. The application deadline is March 31, 2021.

Please contact your school counselor for questions and/or assistance.

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Junior Preview Day at UMass Lowell

Junior Preview Day will be held on Saturday, April 24 at 10 a.m. EST. We’re excited to share what UMass Lowell is all about and to help students decide if it’s the place for them.

Here’s a preview of what you’ll be able to do:

Participate in live chats with faculty and current students
Discover programs of study
Chat with admissions representatives and get tips about preparing your application
Learn more about financial aid options

Register online at: https://www.uml.edu/admissions/visit/junior-preview-day.aspx

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Top 10 Tips for Filing FASFA

For those of you applying for financial aid for the first time (and even for those of you who are seasoned pros), the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available to file. Make sure you check each college's deadline and submit your FAFSA on time. Most student aid programs have limited funds, so you don't want to be late with your applications.

Click the link below for a number of wonderful tips for families who will be filing the FAFSA this year.

Top 10 Tips for Filing the FAFSA

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After School Free CNA Program

Are you interested in becoming a CNA/Home Health Aid?

Are you a low income, Lowell Resident between the ages of 17 and 21 and looking for an opportunity to expand your Career Path?

Please reach out to Young Adult Career Advisor

Mallory Stamp for more information.

Mallory.Stamp@Masshirelowellcc.com

978-770-1787

Young Adult Career Center of Lowell

115 Merrimack Street

Lowell, MA. 01852

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Freshmen Shop Selection/College and Career Planning

Freshmen: This month, the school counseling department will be attending your CTR course virtually to talk to you about the shop selection process, as well as college and career planning! We look forward to seeing all of you.

Please keep an eye on your email for a temporary password to log into your Naviance Account!

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Available Resources

The following resources are available to all students. Please contact your school counselor to make an appointment for counseling support, or for assistance with any of these resources.

Catie's Closet- for clothing, health and beauty aids
Gryphon Food Pantry- for fresh and non-perishable food items
School Breakfast/Lunch- Remote Meal Service Information
School Counselors and Adjustment Counselors- for social/emotional support
Open Google Meet Links to Homework Assistance and Tutoring- for all academic subjects
- Homework Assistance and Tutoring