Our final quarter for the 2022-2023 school year is underway! There is much to do for everyone! Mrs. Ewing will attempt to help our secondary students stay on top of planning for this summer and preparing for next year in this section of the weekly newsletter. Topics will include scheduling, summer enrichment/leadership programs, leadership opportunities, and scholarship opportunities for seniors.
NEXT YEAR SCHEDULING: Thank you to all who turned in their 23-24 Selection of Studies. There are very few unsubmitted forms. Mrs. Ewing continues to review forms and follow up with students to confirm any questions. Administration works from the students’ course selections to build the master schedule. Having accurate counts supports that process and yields a better result for all!
Any students wishing to take precollege classes at MSU this summer or next fall must complete the steps shared during the scheduling presentations and reviewed for you below. Please make note that
Priority application deadline for Summer and/or Fall is April 21;
Registration for new Precollege students begins May 1, 2023.
Students will not be allowed to register for precollege classes without completing the steps below. You may miss out on the class(es) you want to take at MSU if you put off these preliminary required steps.
1. Complete the application process here:
https://www.missouristate.edu/Advising/precollege.htm.
NOTE: If you have previously taken precollege classes, you do not need to complete an application.
2. After you have been admitted as a dual enrollment student, Ms. Teresa Cunningham, the Precollege advisor will send you a list of steps you must complete. The first will require you to make an appointment with Ms. Cunningham by visiting: https://msutacunninghamaatc.youcanbook.me/ .
NOTE: If you have previously taken precollege classes, you should contact Teresa to set up an appointment. You may email her at TeresaCunningham@MissouriState.edu or visit https://msutacunninghamaatc.youcanbook.me/)
3. Meet with Mrs. Ewing to confirm college class will fit in your Greenwood schedule. NOTE: Greenwood's master schedule will not be complete until late April or early May, but you should complete the precollege application first steps before having Greenwood schedule.
UPCOMING SPRING OPPORTUNITIES:
ACT BOOT CAMP WITH CLUB Z – The next ACT Boot Camp will be held on April 1 at Springfield Catholic HS.
SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES: Various summer enrichment & leadership programs are offered in Missouri and across the nation. Participating in these programs provides students with invaluable curriculum enhancement and leadership experience. They will also contribute to the strength of one’s college applications.
Mrs. Ewing will send out notices as she learns of any summer program opportunities. You may also check out various programs listed on the Greenwood Counseling website at Greenwood Laboratory School Counseling Department (greenwoodlabcounseling.com). You are not limited to ones listed on our website. In fact, you will, no doubt, find other opportunities through your own research and networking. This week’s focus is:
DRURY GIFTED CAMP Pre-Kindergarten students and up will find interesting classes and experiences that will encourage students to reach their highest potential while engaging in social-emotional learning. Visit www.drury.edu/giftededucation for more information. For any and all up-dates, please follow them on Facebook, twitter and Instagram @druryprecollege.
COX MEDICAL EXPLORERS SUMMER PROGRAM: The Medical Explorer Summer registration is going on now until March 31. Medical Explorers is for students ages 15-20 interested in pursuing a career in medicine. You will be given the opportunity to observe in over 30 observation areas in the hospital, including surgery, ER, Endoscopy, Radiology, etc. Let Mrs. Ewing know if you are interested in applying; she will send you the electronic application.
The University of Chicago offers summer pre-college programs: Immersion; Enrichment; Stones & Bones; and Summer Online. To learn more about the full list of in-person and online courses, application deadlines, program dates, tuition, and scholarship information, visit: summer.uchicago.edu.
Mizzou MedPrep: Medical Explorations Workshop The University of Missouri School of Check your emails for information regarding this opportunity for current sophomores and juniors.
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR NEXT SCHOOL YEAR
Leadership Springfield is accepting applications from current high school sophomores and juniors for their 2023-2024 Leadership Academy program. You can see more information at their website Academy Class - Leadership Springfield and access the application here: Academy Class 34 Application - Leadership Springfield. NOTE: Applications close March 27.\
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES for SENIORS: In addition to the scholarship information posted on the Greenwood Counseling website, Mrs. Ewing will highlight specific scholarship program details in future newsletters. She will also provide this information to seniors through Senior Capstone. The list of scholarship opportunities is growing:
1. Junior League of Springfield Scholarship – The ideal candidate will have exhibited exceptional leadership and involvement within her community. Apply online at https://www.jlspringfield.org/founders-fund-scholarship/. March 31 is the application deadline.
2. P.E.O Golden Girl Scholarship – the PEO Chapter LC provides this scholarship for exceptional senior women to attend a MO accredited postsecondary educational institution for the next academic year. Interested senior girls can pick up the application form from Mrs. Ewing. Postmark deadline is March 31.
3. Soroptimist Lollar Scholarship – Soroptimist International of Springfield, $1,500 Postmarked by April 28 See Mrs. Ewing for the application.
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