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Save the Date - Parent-Teacher Conferences
Thursday, September 21 – Information regarding sign-ups will be coming home soon. Who should sign up for a conference? Counselors suggest any parent with questions or concerns about their child’s progress in a particular course to meet with the teacher. In addition, if there are missing assignments or grades below a “C”, it may be helpful to meet. If a teacher makes a request for a conference, but you are unable to make it, feel free to suggest an alternative time for a phone call or conference that is convenient for both parties.
Service
Helpful Hints Courtesy of Mrs. Yost - two good resources for students:
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The homepage of your X2VOL account. There are some great tutorial videos here, too, in the "help" section at the top of your homepage if you need help remembering how to log in your hours, edit an entry, etc.
Flock Block with the Counselors
Counselors had the pleasure of meeting with their freshmen flocks this week. The students were treated to a fast-paced Kahoot that included questions about the who, what, where, and whys of Fenwick.
Class of 2024
Thank you to all the senior parents who stayed for the College Application Presentation Wednesday evening. As a reminder, all the materials and information shared are loaded into your senior’s Class of 2024 Class Notebook for easy referencing.
Class of 2025
Save the Date – Wednesday, November 29 - Junior Parent College Search Process Presentation. 7pm Fenwick’s cafeteria.
This semester, juniors will embark on the Birkman journey – each junior will be given a complimentary Birkman assessment during Flock Block, including a detailed results report. Juniors will engage in five comprehensive lessons that take them on a deep dive into the results to aid in the search for those “right fit” careers/college majors.
Class of 2026
Helpful hint to our newest Falcon drivers. Be “hands-free” from Day 1 behind the wheel. Most phones have a setting where all notifications can be silenced while driving. Check it out!
Keep on Find My Phone or invest in Life360.
Class of 2027
Please complete the Freshman Fun Facts form located in the Class of 2027 Class Notebook. This form will be used by the counselors to kick start our upcoming conversation. Freshmen are asked to be on the lookout for an e-hall pass to visit their counselor in The Nest for a check-in over the course of the next month or two.
Mrs. Snyder visited Mobile Computing classes during Collaboration Time this week field any burning questions from our freshmen, and to cover some tried and true tips for best utilizing Portals. She also spent some valuable time reviewing Fenwick’s Academic Integrity Policy, so our newest Falcons are aware of what is expected of them and what actions/behaviors are unacceptable. These policies are included in the 2023-2024 Student Handbook.
College Programs
Miami University’s Bridges Program - An overnight visit experience for high-achieving high school seniors from historically underrepresented populations, as well as students who have a commitment to diversity. We welcome various diverse identities. Click here.
University of Cincinnati – while UC is test optional for the foreseeable future, any student interested in majoring in nursing MUST submit an ACT. UC is looking for a 22 or higher for nursing applicants.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Informational FAFSA Resource, courtesy of Sallie Mae - click here.
Employment
Atrium YMCA is looking for lifeguards and swim instructors – training provided. $13/hr. Email crossiter@gmvyma.org if you are interested.
Sports Passes for All Fenwick Students
Here is how to find your Fenwick sports pass:
o Go to fenwicksports.org.
o Click Tickets/Camps.
o Scroll to Student Pass at bottom.
o Click “have a passcode.”
o Enter student ID – can be found in the Demographics tab on Portals.
Wellness Tip
Take a moment and think about what activities, thoughts or behaviors help you to de-stress. Identify 3 go-to things and commit to using them (e.g., journaling, doodling, deep breathing, counting backwards from 10, listen to music, chat with a friend, go for a walk, exercise, grab a quick nap, spend time with pets, pray…so many healthy things can help!)
In need of some additional tips or tools? Check out the Virtual Calming Room in your “Class of” Notebook. If in need of access, just ask your counselor and it will be granted.
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