School Improvement Plan
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TIDE TV
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ePortal
The all new ePortal website was made available October 1, 2008! ALL students and parents need to regularly visitthe site. ePortal includes a five year plan, career path plans, even videos and much more. There are many NEW features including your own dashboard. All previous student already have an account.The below PowerPoint includes directions to obtaining your own account!
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Online Gradebook
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MINDEN HIGH SCHOOL
Weekly Announcements

DEC. 8 - 12, 2008



*Teachers, at the end of the day on Friday, only 27 faculty surveys had been completed. If these are not completed by today, the deadline will pass and ALL teachers will be required to do them again. Please take just a minute to complete the survey.

*MHS Blood Drive is Monday. Only students who have signed up before hand may go to the mobile bus to donate blood.

*Reminder: There is NO charging in the cafeteria.

*Support MHS Athletics! You are allowed to wear spirit shirts and jeans for a $1.00 each on Wednesday.

*Congratulations to the MHS Quiz Bowl team on placing 3rd in the Caddo Magnet Tal Atkins Memorial Quiz Bowl tournament. Great job!

*Congratulations to the MHS Soccer Team on their efforts in the Bossier Tournament. Boys beat Northwood and tied Byrd. Soccer action continues this week as both teams travel to Haughton on Tuesday and Ruston on Thursday.

*Seniors, please be reminded that a representative from Graduate Sales will be here on Tuesday for invitation orders and to distribute early apparel items.

*Make plans to attend First Priority Movie night this Friday night at 6:00 in Strong Hall. Everyone is invited to attend.

*The ASVAB test will be administered on Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 8:00 in Strong Hall. If you wish to take the test, you must sign up by the end of the day on Monday. Sign-up sheets are located in the gym lobby.

*MHS Basketball continues this week. The Lady Tiders will host Bossier Tuesday night at MHS gym and both teams will participate in Calvary Tournament beginning on Thursday. Make plans to support both teams this week!

*FBLA is planning a trip to the nursing home and then to Hot Wheels Skating Palace on Friday, Dec. 19. Trip will be from 10:00 until 2:15. You must have completed all course work and have teacher verification in order to attend. You must contribute at least one item on the nursing home list and you are responsible for your lunch and fees. See Mrs. Hanson for more details.

*Students, please be reminded that you are NOT allowed to make site review requests on the internet. If you have a legitimate request, please submit this to your teacher.

*The MHS Crimson Chorus will present their Christmas program to elementary students on Wed. in the MHS auditorium. Good luck to these students!

*Please be reminded that the second nine weeks is quickly coming to an end. Please make sure you are here each and every day and prepared to do your very best in all of your classes.

SENIORS follow this link for December's senior bulletin.

WEBSTER
SENIOR BULLETIN


FYI

SPECIAL NOTES OF INTEREST:
1.) Financial Aid Call In Night: Monday, February 23, 2009
2.) FAFSA: You cannot complete this until after your parent’s 2008 Federal Taxes are done.
3.) ACT Code: Be sure to include the TOPS ACT CODE on your ACT packet 1595
4.) College Goal Sunday: Sunday, February 15, 2009 at BPCC. They will help you complete the FAFSA. You must already have your PIN and parents must attend.
5.) LSU Deadline for Scholarships and admission is November 15.
6.) Your Overall GPA is NOT the same as your TOPS GPA….do not be confused.
7.) We will be working to schedule an evening session at Minden High School on financial aid with the LOSFA people for all Webster Parish Seniors.

NORTHWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY NOW OFFERS FINE & GRAPHIC ARTS
Northwestern State University in Natchitoches now offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Fine and Graphic Arts with areas of concentration in Graphic Communication and Studio Art as well as the Master of Arts in Art. For more info, go to www.nsula.edu. They are also sponsoring an Art Extravaganza on Nov. 7 at the Natchitoches campus. It is a workshop open to second and third year art students.

COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS
Some seniors have already inquired about the procedure for sending off college applications and transcripts. The process is very simple. If you are applying to a public college in the state of Louisiana, you can apply online, pay your application fee online or mail it in. You do NOT have to ask us to mail a copy of your transcript because all of the public colleges have access to your transcripts online. If you are applying out-of-state or to a private college in Louisiana, you may complete the application online or use a paper version.. If you use a paper application, put the completed application in a stamped (2 stamps for legal envelopes, 3 stamps for large brown envelopes) addressed envelope and take it to your counselor for assistance.

COMMON APPLICATION:
Use one application to apply to several colleges. Many of them are private, out-of-state colleges. You can apply online at www.commonapp.org.

CSS PROFILE
If you are applying to a private or out-of-state college and you plan to apply for financial aid, you may need to file the CSS/Financial Aid Profile. Check with the college to see if it is required. You can go online to www.collegeboard.com to register.

SELECTIVE SERVICE
Guys are reminded that you must register with the Selective Service within 30 days of your 18th birthday. The easiest way to register is to go online to www.sss.gov .

COLLEGE INFO:

COLLEGE VISITS
Seniors are allowed two days excused absences to visit colleges. To be excused, your parents must accompany you.

GET TO KNOW UNO Oct. 4 from 10-2; go to www.get2know.uno.edu to reserve your spot!

SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY’S FALL FAMILY DAY
Nov. 1, 2008; 11:00 a.m. at F. G. Clark Activity Center; to RSVP go to www.subr.edu/admissions

EXPLORE JOHNS HOPKINS
Oct. 30, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at Metairie Park Country Day, 300 Park Rd., Metairie
Register online at http://apply.jhu.edu/explorehopkins.rsvp or call 866-885-7848

SCHOLARSHIPS:
Applications for scholarships come across your counselor’s desk daily. Scholarship applications to individual colleges in Louisiana as well as out-of-state schools are generally available in the counselor’s office. Most scholarships require a good ACT score and GPA. Some look at extra-curricular activities, volunteer work or special talents. Be sure you meet the requirements before applying!

SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITES: www.fastweb.com; www.freschinfo.com; www.scholarships.com; www.fastaid.com
Award: $70,000 over four years; Criteria: Must be admitted to Spring Hill College, 26 ACT, 3.5 GPA; participation in the community service program and campus residency is required to receive the maximum award. Your application for admissions is also your scholarship application.

LSU LA-STEM SCHOLARSHIP
Award: Up to $11,500 Criteria: 3.5 GPA, 24 ACT, major in science, technology, engineering or mathematics; must participate in research; Download a nomination form at www.lsu.edu/lastem Deadline: Dec. 7, 2008

SOUTHEASTERN LOUISIANA FRESHMEN SCHOLARSHIPS:
Award: Varies Criteria: Minimum 24 ACT with 3.0 GPA Application for admission serves as your scholarship application, so apply early!

AES ENGINEERS SCHOLARSHIP
Award: $500 Criteria: Submit an essay on one of two topics on the website, www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm

QUEST BRIDGE NATIONAL COLLEGE MATCH
This program pairs outstanding high school seniors with admission and full four-year scholarships to some of the country’s leading colleges. Applicants should be high school seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence in the face of economic obstacles. The application is free and due by Sept. 30, 2008. Go to www.questbridge.org. The scholarship covers tuition, room and board up to $180,000.

GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARSHIP
Award: Varies Criteria: Must be African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American; U. S. citizen or legal permanent resident; 3.3 GPA; demonstrated leadership through extra-curricular or community service activities; meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria (must submit a FAFSA to determine eligibility); submit all forms (Nominee Personal Information Form, Nominator Form, & Recommender Form) by Jan. 12, 2009. Online applications are recommended. Go to www.gmsp.org

EMORY UNIVERSITY SCHOLAR’S PROGRAM
Award: Varies Criteria: Superior academic record; extraordinary personal qualities; have made significant contributions to their class, the school and community; Deadline: Nov. 1;

HORATIO ALGER LOUISIANA SCHOLARSHIP
Award: Varies Criteria: Must attend Loyola University at N.O., McNeese, Tulane, UNO or Xavier; have critical financial need ($50,000 adjusted gross income); extra-curricular activities and/or community service; demonstrate academic achievement; U. S. citizen; must have risen above adversity in life; To apply go to www.horatioalger.org/scholarships/apply.cfm by Oct. 30, 2008.

WENDY’S HIGH SCHOOL HEISMAN AWARD & SCHOLARSHIP
Award: Varies Criteria: Male or female athlete with a 3.0 GPA who participates in at least one school-sponsored sport; See Counselor if interested.

UPCOMING DATES
October 25 ACT Workshop
October 23: MHS College Night open to parish students 7:00 P.M.
WEBSTER PARISH SENIOR BULLETIN
September 12, 2008


FYI:

COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS Some seniors have already inquired about the procedure for sending off college applications and transcripts. The process is very simple. If you are applying to a public college in the state of Louisiana, you can apply online, pay your application fee online or mail it in. You do NOT have to ask the school to mail a copy of your transcript because all of the public colleges have access to your transcripts online. If you are applying out-of-state or to a private college in Louisiana, you may complete the application online or use a paper version.. If you use a paper application, put the completed application in a stamped (2 stamps for legal envelopes, 3 stamps for large brown envelopes) addressed envelope and take it to your counselor. He/She will make a copy of your “Official Transcript” and mail it for you. If you apply online, ask your counselor and he/she will mail your transcript to your college. Counselors are NOT allowed to give students an official transcript. It must be mailed to the college admissions office by the high school’s records office.

U.S. MILITARY ACADEMIES DAY This event is hosted by Senator David Vitter for students interested in applying to one of the military academies. It will be held Sat., Sept. 27 at Southeastern Louisiana University Teacher’s Education Center in Hammond. Registration is at 2:30; Program is 3:00-5:00. For more info, call 225-383-0331.

COMMON APPLICATION Use one application to apply to several colleges. Many of them are private, out-of-state colleges. You can apply online at www.commonapp.org or pick up an application in the counseling suite.

CSS PROFILE If you are applying to a private or out-of-state college and you plan to apply for financial aid, you may need to file the CSS/Financial Aid Profile. Check with the college to see if it is required. You can go online to www.collegeboard.com to register.

SELECTIVE SERVICE Guys are reminded that you must register with the Selective Service within 30 days of your 18th birthday. The easiest way to register is to go online to www.sss.gov .

COLLEGE INFORMATION

COLLEGE VISITS Seniors are allowed two days excused absences to visit colleges. To be excused, your parents must accompany you. You must fill out a college visitation form and turn it in to your counselor.

EXPLORING COLLEGE OPTIONS-DUKE, GEORGETOWN, HARVARD, PENN, STANFORD Student/Parent Information Sessions;Sunday, Sept. 7, 2007; 7:30 p.m.; Marriot New Orleans at the Convention Center, 859 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70130; www.exploringcollegeoptions.org

TULANE LOUSIANA WEEK Sept. 8-12; students choose one day to visit the campus for admission info, campus tour, financial aid info, etc.; call 800-873-WAVE to schedule a day

BATON ROUGE NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR Tuesday, Sept. 16; 9-12 or 6-8 p.m. Baton Rouge River Center, BR

SCHOLARSHIPS: Applications for scholarships come across your counselor’s desk daily and will be listed in the Senior Bulletin monthly. Read carefully to see if you are eligible. If you are, see your counselor to pick up an application. Scholarship applications to individual colleges in Louisiana as well as out-of-state schools are generally available in the counseling office as soon as they arrive. Most scholarships require a good ACT score and GPA. Some look at extra-curricular activities, volunteer work or special talents. Be sure you meet the requirements before applying! Scholarship websites: www.fastweb.com; www.freschinfo.com; www.scholarships.com; www.fastaid.com

QUEST BRIDGE NATIONAL COLLEGE MATCH This program pairs outstanding high school seniors with admission and full four-year scholarships to some of the country’s leading colleges. Applicants should be high school seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence in the face of economic obstacles. The application is free and due by Sept. 30, 2008. Go to www.questbridge.org. The scholarship covers tuition, room and board up to $180,000.

GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARSHIP Award: Varies Criteria: Must be African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American; U. S. citizen or legal permanent resident; 3.3 GPA; demonstrated leadership through extra-curricular or community service activities; meet the Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria (must submit a FAFSA to determine eligibility); submit all forms (Nominee Personal Information Form, Nominator Form, & Recommender Form) by Jan. 12, 2009. Online applications are recommended. Go to www.gmsp.org

HORATIO ALGER LOUISIANA SCHOLARSHIP Award: Varies Criteria: Must attend Loyola Un.at N.O., McNeese Un., Tulane Un., UNO or Xavier; have critical financial need ($50,000 adjusted gross income); extra-curricular activities and/or community service; demonstrate academic achievement; U. S. citizen; must have risen above adversity in life; To apply go to www.horatioalger.org/scholarships/apply.cfm by Oct. 30, 2008.

WENDY’S HIGH SCHOOL HEISMAN AWARD & SCHOLARSHIP Award: Varies Criteria: Male or female athlete with a 3.0 GPA who participates in at least one school-sponsored sport; See your counselor if you are interested.

BATON ROUGE AREA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS Award: Various scholarships Go to www.braf.org to see if you qualify!

UPCOMING DATES September 16 Late registration deadline for Oct. 4 SAT September 19 Registration deadline for Oct. 25 ACT

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Coca Cola Scholars Foundation National Scholarship - apply online at www.coca-colascholars.org . Deadline is Oct. 31.

Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship - More information online at www.nrotc.navy.mil/ .

Christian Connector - Provides free Christian college information. Also has alot of Scholarship Information. Go to www.ChristianConnector.com .

SAE Engineering Scholarships - Deadline is December 1. Go to www.sae.org/students/engschlr.htm .

Army ROTC Scholarship - www.info.goarmy.com/rotc/1

Stephen F. Austin Showcase Saturday - Nov. 15, 2008 & March 28, 2009 - www.sfasu.edu for more details

ATTENTION FUTURE EDUCATON MAJORS:
Make sure to visit the FASA site and colleges you are interested in attending. Many are offering scholarships for education majors due to the teacher shortage.


ATTENTION BLACK MALES:
The black colleges are looking for future BlackMale Teachers and will send them to Universities/Colleges FOUR (4) YEARS FREE;THIS IS FOR MALES ONLY.

1. Have parents fill out this application.www.callmemister.clemson.edu
2. Read the Mission Statement:
There are Ten (10) different South Carolina Colleges and Universitiesincluding:
Benedict College http://www.callmemister.clemson.edu/schools/benedict.htm
Claflin Universityhttp://www.callmemister.clemson.edu/schools/claflin.htm
Clemson Universityhttp://www.callmemister.clemson.edu/schools/clemson.htm
Morris College http://www.callmemister.clemson.edu/schools/morris.htm
South Carolina State Universityhttp://www.callmemister.clemson.edu/schools/s outhcarolinastate..htm
Greenville Technical Collegehttp://www.callmemister.clemson.edu/schools/greenvilletech.htm
Midlands Technical Collegehttp://www.callmemister.clemson.edu/schools/midlands.htm
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical Collegehttp://www.callmemister.clemson.edu/schools/orangeburgcalhountech.htm
Tri-County Technical Coll! ege &nb sp;http://www.callmemister.clemson.edu/schools/tricountytech.htm
Trident Technical College http://www.callmemister.clemson.edu/schools/tridenttech.htm
3. Send this to your family and friends also. The web link is below: http://www..callmemister.clemson.edu/index.htm

WEBSTER PARISH SCHOOLS
SENIOR BULLETIN AUGUST 18, 2008



WELCOME TO SENIOR YEAR!
I know all of you are excited about beginning your senior year! It is a very hectic, yet wonderful, time of your life. I hope you enjoy it and take advantage of the opportunities you will have to enrich our life. Senior year is a busy year. Have a GREAT year, work hard, enjoy the good times, and get ready for what lies ahead of you after school!

TRANSCRIPTS/GEE EXAMS/TOPS:
I would encourage each of you to visit with your guidance counselor and make sure everything is “on go” with your transcript, testing, and TOPS requirements. Don’t wait too late to take care of these important details.

COMMON APPLICATION
Use one application to apply to several colleges. Many of them are private, out-of-state colleges. You can apply online at www.commonapp.org

CSS PROFILE
If you are applying to a private or out-of-state college and you plan to apply for financial aid, you may need to file the CSS/Financial Aid Profile. Check with the college to see if it is required. You can go online to www.collegeboard.com to register.

SELECTIVE SERVICE
Guys are reminded that you must register with the Selective Service within 30 days of your 18th birthday. The easiest way to register is to go online to www.sss.gov.

COLLEGE INFO:
COLLEGE VISITS
Seniors are allowed two days excused absences to visit colleges. To be excused, your parents must accompany you. You must fill out a college visitation form and turn it in to the attendance office. Forms can be picked up in the counselor’s office.

SCHOLARSHIPS:
Applications for scholarships come across your counselor’s desk daily and will be listed in the Senior Bulletin weekly. Many scholarship applications to individual colleges in Louisiana as well as out-of-state schools are generally available in the counseling suite as soon as they arrive. Generally, most scholarships require a good ACT score and GPA. Some look at extra-curricular activities, volunteer work or special talents. Be sure you meet the requirements before applying!
Scholarship websites: www.fastweb.com, www.freschinfo.com, www.scholarships.com, www.fastaid.com

UPCOMING DATES
September 19: Registration Deadline for October 25 ACT Exam
October 3: Late Registration Deadline for October 25 ACT Exam
October 25: ACT Exam: Make sure you have ID!!!!!