🎓 Seniors
- For students that have last minute questions before submitting their applications, remember to visit the senior folder for FAQ. The FAQ provides specific information about your school AND general information about the application process. Congratulations and good luck to all our seniors applying to college.
- FAFSA 2024-2025 Changes: Visit studentaid.gov for the most up to date information. Check out this article for the most significant changes to the FAFSA. Additionally, there are several webinars and upcoming information sessions linked here. We highly recommend attending multiple sessions to gain a greater understanding of the process.
- Attend our March2Future Session on Financial Aid on November 8th. CollegeAid Pro will be our presenter and will provide an overview on all things financial aid and scholarships including eligibility, best practices to find scholarships, FAFSA do’s and don’ts (2024-2025 changes), business owners do’s and don’ts, and separated families. Register here.
If your family is planning to move it is important that you update your address with the Student Services Office. Please contact Ms. Sultan, Registrar, for more information about what is needed to keep your file accurate.
Atholton's Beyond School Hours (BSH) After-School Academic Support Program
There are support sessions available for the four main content areas in the media center from 3:00-5:00 PM.
· Students with IEPS: Homework club every Tuesday and Thursday
· Math Support: Every Tuesday and Thursday
· English, social studies and science are only on Thursday.
For more information, please contact Imani Hinson (Imani_Hinson@hcpss.org) or Emily DeFilippo (Emily_DeFilippo@hcpss.org)
Online Homework Assistance – Howard County Library
http://hclibrary.org/new-a-main/get-homework-help/
In addition to receiving guidance from HCLS staff, students (K-12) and college-age adults can connect with free tutors for assistance with math, reading, science, social studies, English/language arts, and writing. Both English and Spanish speaking tutors are available seven days a week from 2 pm until 11:55 pm.
HCEA Tutor List
As service to the community, the Howard County Education Association maintains a list of educators willing to tutor. If you are interested in hiring an HCPSS teacher to provide tutoring, please pick up a list of these tutors from the AHS Student Services office.
The holiday season can be a time filled with joy, festivities, and quality time with loved ones. However, for many of us, it can also bring a significant amount of stress, especially as high school students with academic and personal commitments. To help you navigate this time with more ease, here are some valuable tips for stress relief during the holidays:
1. Plan and Prioritize: Make a list of your responsibilities and commitments during the holidays. Prioritize them to ensure you're focusing on what truly matters.
2. Time Management: Create a schedule or calendar to manage your time efficiently. Allocate time for studying, socializing, and self-care.
3. Self-Care: Make self-care a priority. Take time to relax, unwind, and do activities that bring you joy. This could be reading, listening to music, practicing mindfulness, or even taking a walk.
4. Set Realistic Expectations: Don't put too much pressure on yourself to make everything perfect. Understand that it's okay not to meet every expectation, and it's the thought and effort that counts.
5. Stay Active: Physical activity can help reduce stress and improve your mood. Consider taking a short walk or engaging in a fun physical activity with friends or family.
6. Healthy Eating: Enjoy the delicious holiday foods, but also remember to maintain a balanced diet. Overindulgence in unhealthy foods can lead to sluggishness and discomfort.
7. Reach Out for Support: If you're feeling overwhelmed, don't hesitate to reach out to friends, family, or a trusted adult. Talking about your feelings can be very relieving.
8. Limit Screen Time: While it's tempting to spend hours on social media or watching TV, excessive screen time can increase stress and anxiety. Try to limit your screen time and engage in real-life conversations.
9. Practice Gratitude: Focus on the positive aspects of your life and the things you're grateful for. Gratitude can be a powerful stress reliever.
10. Learn to Say No: If you feel overcommitted, don't be afraid to decline additional invitations or responsibilities. It's okay to protect your time and energy.
11. Breathing and Relaxation Techniques: If you start to feel stressed, practice deep breathing and relaxation exercises to calm your mind and reduce tension.
12. Get Plenty of Sleep: Adequate sleep is essential for your physical and mental well-being. Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night.
Remember, the holidays are a time to cherish and celebrate, and you should be able to enjoy them. By implementing these stress relief strategies, you can better manage the challenges that may come your way during this season.
Wishing you a happy and stress-free holiday season!
HC DrugFree invites all Howard County students in grades 8-12 to join our Teen Advisory Council (TAC.) Members of TAC meet once monthly during the academic year and act as student ambassadors in their schools and in the community.
Join us for our next Teen Advisory Council meeting of the 2023-24 school year on Monday, November 6 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. via Zoom.
Learn more & Register: tinyurl.com/HCDrugFreeTAC
Have additional questions? Feel free to e-mail: admin@hcdrugfree.org.