Counselor's Corner

Getting financial aid for college involves more than completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Complete each step of the process so that you don’t miss out on money for college.

1. If you haven’t already, complete your 2022-23 FAFSA at studentaid.gov using income tax data. Before you start, you and a parent must each create a Student Aid account. If you need help with your FAFSA, contact EducationQuest to set up a free virtual appointment.

2. Expect a Student Aid Report (SAR) via an email link. The SAR acknowledges that your FAFSA was received and lets you know if you need to take further action before the form can be processed.

3. You might receive a verification notice from the college(s) you listed on your FAFSA requesting documents to verify your FAFSA information. The college will not process your financial aid until you provide required documents.

4. Watch for financial aid award notifications. Once you’re accepted for admission to the colleges you listed on your FAFSA, they will notify you of the types and amounts of financial aid they’re offering.

Watch your email and student portal carefully for important details from colleges about admission and financial aid.

Seniors:

____If you haven’t already, complete the FAFSA.

____Expect financial aid award notifications from the colleges you listed on your FAFSA.

____Apply for scholarships.

Juniors:

____Start preparing for the ACT. Scroll down to view ACT test prep resources.

____Register by February 25th if you plan to take the April 2nd ACT.

Registration Night for current 8-10th graders will be held on Monday, February 28th in the school cafeteria. Scheduling information, high school requirements, and other pertinent information will be reviewed.

Students will begin registering for next year's classes as follows:

• Current 8th graders will register at 7:15 pm in the school cafeteria.
• Current 9th and 10th graders will register at 6:00 pm in the school cafeteria.
• Current 11th graders will meet with Mrs. Reese individually by appointment.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mrs. Reese.

The Nebraska Rural Electric Association (NREA) along with Cuming County Public Power District (CCPPD) sponsor the Youth Energy Leadership Camp each year at the Nebraska 4-H Camp near Halsey, Nebraska. This year the camp is from July 18th to July 22nd.

This camp has leadership opportunities, workshops, demonstrations, canoeing, sports, tours of two power plants and many other activities. Students will also learn about the electrical industry, jobs available, etc.

Cuming County Public Power District (CCPPD) sponsors up to four students that are currently in the 9th , 10th or 11th grade. Students must be customers of CCPPD. The camp will be free to these students. The forms are due back to CCPPD by May 1st .

Another opportunity offered is the Youth Tour in Washington D.C. One of the students that attend the Youth Energy Camp the year prior is chosen to attend the Youth Tour in June the following year.

• Local Scholarships for Wisner-Pilger students will be available the week of February 7th. All information will be available through the WPHS Scholarship Document. Please click on the Local Scholarship Tab on the bottom of the page. Mrs. Reese will be visiting Government class on Monday, February 7th to go over the application process.
• The Dinklage Alumni Scholarship will be posted to the school's website during the week of February 7th.

Watch Education Quest's Presentation, "How To Earn Scholarships", for an overview of the scholarship process. This presentation also includes some excellent tips for students!

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Phone: 402-529-3249