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What’s New
Join the counselors this coming Tuesday evening at the boys’ basketball game as we introduce our Sources of Strength Peer Leaders and hear from former Fenwick mom, Gina Marek, regarding the connection between supportive relationships and mental health. The game is at 7:30 p.m. vs. Oakwood.
Flock Block with the Counselors
Counselors connected with their juniors for a Kahoot entitled GOOD CHOICE/BAD CHOICE. The questions posed gave us an opportunity to revisit important topics such as vaping, mental health, legal issues, and college planning, just to name a few.
Class of 2027
Mrs. Horn visited the freshmen during Mobile Computing Collaboration time with a lesson focused on motivation and goal setting. The students worked through two worksheets as they reflected on their own motivators, successes, and shortcomings from the previous semester. Mrs. Horn will return in four weeks to check their progress and teach the freshmen how to create a SMART GOAL.
Scholarships
The Mason Scholarship Foundation has applications available for senior students that reside in the Mason City School District. The Mason Scholarship Foundation awards scholarships to graduating seniors attending four-year college programs as well as students attending two-year programs who are seeking an associate’s degree or technical certification. This year, we are giving awards worth $8,000 ($2,000 per year renewable for 4 years) to students who exemplify Kiwanis values of community service who are attending a four-year college. We are also awarding $2,000 ($1,000 renewable for 2 years) for students who will attend community college, associate degree programs, or other trade or technical educational programs. The deadline to apply is March 14. Visit the Mason Kiwanis Club website for more information. The application materials and letters of reference should be sent to masonscholarshipfoundation@gmail.com.
Nancy F Walker Memorial Scholarship – Classical Vocal and Instrumental Divisions - For local musicians in our area. The deadline to apply is January 29 and auditions are February 24. Click here for more information.
Robert E. Evans Scholarship from Peoples Bank for high school seniors planning to pursue a four-year degree in the areas of business, education, engineering, liberal arts, math, science, or technology. 3.5 GPA with financial need a priority. If attending Marietta College – definitely apply! Apply here.
Real Estate Pathways Scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance and promote career opportunities in the real estate industry to graduating high school seniors in Butler, Hamilton, and Warren counties in Ohio. This scholarship program was created to assist graduating high school seniors in pursuing higher education in a field related to the real estate industry. Fields of study may include but are not limited to real estate, appraisal, home inspection, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, design, architecture, finance, construction, etc. The deadline to apply is March 1.
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Enrichment
TechOlympics 2024: Empower – February 17-18 - Largest student-run IT conference in the country (P&G Global Headquarters). Spots are limited and registration closes on Friday, February 2! If students qualify for free/reduced lunch or have financial need, there is a scholarship application option through the registration link. Click here for more information. Register here.
INTERalliance Internship and Professional Development Opportunities – If you're searching for a comprehensive list of PAID internship opportunities take a look at our website.
Mental Wellness Tip
Looking for some inspiration this time of year? Feeling overwhelmed with your responsibilities? Take a few minutes each day with your family or friend group and every member share THREE GOOD THINGS you each heard, felt, or saw. Make it a habit to FIND THE GOOD AND PRAISE IT! Trust us, if you look for it, you will find it.
Counselor Information
As a reminder, our counselor breakdown is:
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