Hello Students and Families,
There are some awesome things on the horizon, including the Trades Fair at TwispWorks on March 20 and a College & Career Fair at LBHS on April 22 (organized by our CLIMBS students!). Let me know if you have questions about any of the opportunities listed here.
Scholarships!
Seniors, keep checking the Scholarships 2024 Google Classroom page for new scholarship opportunities and updates to deadlines, etc. One opportunity to highlight – the Methow Valley Education Foundation now has four distinct programs (with one universal application): MVEF General Scholarships, Trade/Vocational School Scholarships, the Tom Zbyszewski Memorial Scholarship, and the new Arnold R. Campbell Memorial Scholarship(s). The MVEF scholarship committee especially encourages students who are interested in trade or technical education/training to apply.
SAT Prep for Juniors
Ms. Anderson will be offering a test prep series during Advisory on Tuesdays & Thursdays starting on March 19, leading up to the School Day SAT at Liberty Bell on Thursday, April 25.
Because of the new digital format of the test, our test prep will be mostly online. But I encourage all juniors to attend the advisory prep sessions in person for two reasons: 1) having time set aside and a group of colleagues to practice with provides accountability and motivation, and 2) I'll guide you through the resources and show how to use them effectively.
If you're interested, here's a recent NY Times article about the new digital SAT. According to students who have already taken the digital SAT this spring, the shorter testing time is a real game-changer!
Many (but not all) colleges and universities plan to continue their test-optional admissions policies next year. You can check out a current list of test-optional schools at FairTest: The National Center for Fair and Open Testing.
Summer Essay Workshop at The Bush School, Mazama Campus
The week of June 24-28, Hilary Kaltenbach (MVSD parent and former Bush School teacher) and Jasminé Smith from The Bush School will be offering a writing retreat designed to support rising seniors as they tackle the writing components of college applications. MVSD juniors are invited to register as day students – you’ll attend from 10am-3pm each day – for a cost of $50 (and financial aid is available). Check out the attached flyer for more details, and see Beth Anderson with questions.
Upcoming Events & Deadlines
Wednesday, March 20 — MVSD Trades Fair at TwispWorks
The second annual MVSD Trades Fair is sure to be an awesome experience! From 11:30am-1:00pm on March 20, tradespeople from the Methow and nearby communities will set up outside at TwispWorks, in front of our MVSD Welding and Auto shops. There will be demonstrations of tools and equipment, and students will have the opportunity to ask the representatives from different trades about the qualifications and experience needed to work in their fields. See Beth Anderson, Wyatt Southworth, or Grant Storey if you want to attend – we will arrange transportation from LBHS to Twisp and back.
Monday, April 22 — College & Career Fair at LBHS
The 7th-8th and 9th-10th CLIMBS classes are planning a whole-school College & Career Fair that will be held during JH/HS Advisory and lunch on Monday, April 22. Representatives from colleges and local businesses/employers will be on hand to answer questions and give students information about opportunities in their industries/schools.
Thursday, April 25 — School Day SAT
Juniors are encouraged to sign up with Debbie in the main office (no later than March 25) to take the SAT at Liberty Bell on April 25, starting at 8:20am. This opportunity is free and during the school day – please take advantage of it!
Ongoing — Finish the FAFSA
Seniors & families: there’s still time to complete your FAFSA application in order to receive scholarships and financial aid at many post-secondary institutions for the fall of 2024. Remember: even if you’re not planning to continue your education next year, I’d encourage you to fill out the FAFSA because it will give you the opportunity to access the funds you need if you change your mind!
Be well,
Beth/Ms. Anderson
Beth Anderson
College and Career Advisor
Methow Valley School District