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ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) EXAM REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT
AP Exam Registration: Students will need to commit to and pay for any AP Exams that they will take in May by November 3, 2022. The cost for each AP Exam is $97, with an additional Monona Grove administration fee of $5.00 per exam for a total of $102 per AP exam. If there is a financial hardship that would prevent a student from choosing to take an AP exam, please contact Matthew McLaughlin at matthew.mclaughlin@mgschools.net prior to the registration deadline. Registration information was distributed in AP classes. Be sure you have filled out a registration form and turned it in to student services before the November 3rd deadline. There will be no late registrations nor will refunds be issued for students who choose to not take any exams after the registration deadline.
JUNIOR NEWS
Sign up today to attend a Junior Seminar
Junior students and their families are invited to sign up today to attend a Junior Seminar. Seminars will be delivered in a small group format of ten families to thoroughly outline information needed for post-secondary planning. Each family will receive a folder of important documents that are personal to your student’s academic progress as well as general resources. The presentations will take place in the Monona Grove High School library.
The link to sign up for a seminar has been shared through an Infinite Campus message to families or you can click below on the name of your student’s counselor.
Bishop (student last names A - F)
Karsh (student last names G - La)
Groff (student last names Le - R)
Burke (student last names S - Z)
Students who will be pursuing a degree from a two-year college, enlisting in the military, securing an adult apprenticeship opportunity, or pursuing full-time employment are invited to attend a seminar with their family that will share additional information regarding these specific options. Sign up by following the link below:
Junior Seminar (2-year college/military/apprenticeship/employment)
For questions, please contact Michelle Boyde, Administrative Assistant for Student Services, at (608) 316-1373.
ACT for All Juniors - Tuesday, March 7, 2023
The ACT test will be administered to all MGHS juniors on Tuesday, March 7, 2023. The ACT includes reading, math, English, science and writing. It is designed to assess a student’s readiness for college, provide information to build rigorous high school course plans and identify career areas that align with their interests. This ACT is an official test date and students may elect to have scores submitted to colleges for admission purposes. Pre-administration sessions will be administered prior to the testing date; students are encouraged to consider which colleges they would like to have their ACT scores reported to so they are prepared to enter codes for each college/university. Participation in the ACT is mandatory for all juniors; please schedule non-school related appointments outside of this day.
Check out these free ACT test prep opportunities on the ACT site. Students may access an ACT study guide, study tips, a full-length practice test and video lessons for free!
WINTER WISHES PROGRAM
We want to share with you some upcoming changes to our Winter Wishes program. After careful consideration, we are looking to provide support throughout the year to families when in need. This follows many months of discussion, as well as gathering feedback from the families we have supported in the past. We have found that we can best support by providing food and resources throughout the year, rather than focusing on December. While this may in part be due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is a trend that is not going away and we anticipate supporting our families in different ways moving forward. If your family is interested in receiving support for holiday gifts specifically, the Empty Stocking Club is accepting applications in November for the gift distribution on December 14-15 at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison. Please visit this site to apply and for more information: https://www.emptystockingclub.com/toy-depot. You can also call United Way by dialing “211” to find out about programs available.
We are so appreciative of the generous support over the years and we know that giving back to the community and helping those in need is important to many of our Monona Grove families. For families who wish to give, we are asking for donations of gift cards in $15, $20, and $25 denominations to grocery stores such as Woodman's, Piggly Wiggly, and Pick N' Save, as well as larger retailers such as Walmart or Target. Gift cards to gas stations such as Kwik Trip are also appreciated. Donations can be brought to your schools' main office and will be distributed to families when they are in need.
If your family is in need of support, please reach out to your student services contact at:
Maggie Danielson
margaret.danielson@mgschools.net
608-316-1394
Thank you for your flexibility and support as we adapt and grow with this new change.
SENIOR NEWS
Postsecondary Planning - There are MANY resources for seniors posted on our MGHS Postsecondary Planning page; encourage students to review the site which includes information for both college bound and non-college bound students. Also a reminder that counselors are available to meet with seniors to help as they work through their plans for life after high school!
Scholarship Information
Scholarship information can be found on the MGHS scholarship page (website in the student services tab under "Post-Secondary Planning"). Students are responsible for checking this site regularly for updates. Most colleges/universities also offer their own scholarship opportunities for incoming freshmen. Students are highly encouraged to explore these by contacting their future school(s) of choice or by visiting school websites.
College Goal Wisconsin 2022
Do you have questions on how to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)? The FAFSA is the form a student needs to complete to apply for financial aid, such as grants and loans. Plan to attend College Goal Wisconsin virtually to receive free information and assistance on completing the FAFSA. Register at Register - College Goal Wisconsin to sign up or visit College Goal Wisconsin's website for more information.
Midwest Student Exchange Program
The Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP) is a volunteer multi-state tuition discount reciprocity program where public institutions agree to charge students no more than 150% of the in-state resident tuition rate for selected programs (and private institutions offer a 10% reduction on their tuition rates). MSEP can help provide more affordable opportunities for students to attend out-of-state institutions in select states.
RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS AND FAMILIES
MG Virtual Calming Room
The calming room is a tool for families and students that offers an array of options to help manage emotions in a very stressful and strange time. Check it out!
Grief Resources for Parents and Caregivers
Resources for supporting the kids in your life who are grieving and support for yourself
Helping Your Loved One Who is Suicidal: A Guide for Family and Friends
SAMHSA's new resource guide provides information on understanding suicide, warning signs and action steps to take, and how to prevent future attempts and keep your loved one safe.
Mental Health America of Wisconsin - PRISM Program
A new pilot program to connect LGBTQ+ youth in Wisconsin with trained peer-specialists who can provide mental and emotional support and mentorship. Young LGBTQ+ people around the ages of 16-26 years old may now access this free service by calling 414-336-7974 and leaving a voicemail to get connected with a trained peer-specialist.
Housing, Homeless and Doubled-Up Family Resources
If you are staying temporarily with someone else because you lost your housing, or staying in a motel/hotel, campground, shelter, or in an outside or inadequate place, you and your children have special rights at school.
MGSD Homeless Liaison: Andrea Fresen, andrea.fresen@mgschools.net, 608-316-1922
STUDENT SERVIE DEPARTMENT: 608-316-1373
School Counselors:
School Psychologist: Melissa Smith
School Social Worker: Maggie Danielson
Engagement Specialist: Toren Young
School Resource Officer: Luke Wunch
Administrative Assistant: Michelle Boyde
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