A note from Mrs. Edwards and Mrs. Albright – We’re still here!!! We’re available and

ready to support you in any way we can!! Please reach out through email –

edwardsma@tfsd.org and/or albrightte@tfsd.org We are available for google meets chats so

you can see and hear us! Just let us know a good time to contact you. We will also have

specific times that we will be on google meets just to check in with you. Watch for dates

and times on classroom and Instagram.

We miss you all and look forward to when we can be together, face to face again! Until

then, know that we are so proud of you! You are the first to pass this way. You are a part

of world changing events, therefore will have firsthand knowledge to guide us into a new

and better reality. Your confidence, continued drive to succeed and ability to adapt will

be the catalyst to a safer, healthier tomorrow! While our hearts ache for our seniors and

the things you’ve had to give up, we know you will graduate stronger and more

determined to help the world and your fellow man.

Don’t give up, reach out with any questions, concerns or issues. We are all in this

together and are ready to help you succeed and prosper!

College bound Seniors!!!! Pay close attention to your emails! You will be receiving numerous emails from your

college/s regarding important dates! Don’t miss a deadline!!!!

TWIN FALLS HIGH SCHOOL College and Career NEWSLETTER April/May

For Seniors who are college bound,.

Parchment is still available to use to send trancripts. You can find

a link on the TFHS website under Counselors Corner; order

transcripts. They are not automatically sent to your schools. They

must be submitted by application deadlines.

YOU CAN ORDER YOUR TRANSCRIPTS ONLINE @: https://tf.tfsd.org/transcripts

Still time to get your FAFSA done!!!

Mrs. Albright and Mrs. Edwards are available to help remotely if you have any questions.

TESTING Important ACT/SAT Notice – Most college deadlines require ACT/SAT scores as part of the application process.

Please check your college deadlines! Exams often need to be early in order to have results back by application

deadlines.

June testing dates are still available. Please check the testing sites and your email for any changes to these dates!

From ACT - “The safety of students and test center staff is ACT’s top priority. ACT has rescheduled its April 4 national

test date to June 13 across the U.S. in response to concerns about the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-

19). All students registered for the April 4 test received an email from ACT informing them of the

postponement and instructions for free rescheduling to June 13 or a future national test date. “

SAT TESTINGTEST DATE Registration Deadline Late Registration Deadline

June 6, 2020 May 8, 2020 May 27, 2020

CSI TESTING CENTER

Register o@ www.sat.collegeboard.org

CSI testing Center Code - 13175

Regular SAT $49.50

With Essay $64.50

Late Registration Fee

ACT TEST

Test Date Registration Deadline Late Registration Deadline June 13, 2020 May 8, 2020 May 22, 2020

CSI SHIELDS BUILDING Register online @ www.actstudent.org CSI Testing Center Code 009150

Regular ACT $52.00 With Essay $68.00 Late Registration Fee $29.50

IDAHO COLLEGE APPLICATIONS APPLYIDAHO is still open. Apply to 10 different Idaho Colleges and Universities for free!

https://apply.nextsteps.idaho.gov

SCHOLARSHIPS

THE IDAHO STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS https://boardofed.idaho.gov/scholarships/

Idaho Postsecondary Credit Scholarship • Deadline: Open enrollment

• Merit-based award

• Award available for students with ten (10) or more postsecondary credits at time of high school

graduation and a matching industry merit based scholarship

Idaho Governor’s Cup Scholarship • Academic Deadline – 2/15/20

• Career/Technical Deadline – 4/15/20

• Merit-based award

• Requires community service

• For graduating seniors of an Idaho high school

• Requires a 2.8 GPA

Armed Forces / Public Safety Officer Dependent Scholarship • Open/No deadline

• Dependent-based award

• For dependents of fallen or permanently disabled members of the armed forces or public safety

officers

GOODING BASQUE ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: April 11

$500. Two scholarships available for seniors with a 3.0 GPA. Must be a resident of Idaho. Essay

Required. Application available in Career Center.

A.P.ROUCH & LOUISE ROUCH BOYS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP www.csascholars.org/rouch DEADLINE: April 15

Awarded to a graduating senior in Twin Falls County planning to attend a college or technical school

full time. Must have at least a 2.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need and academic achievement.

WENDELL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE – MAGIC VALLEY DAIRY

DAYS DEADLINE: April 15

$1000. For Magic Valley students for use at Idaho colleges and vocational schools. 2.0 GPA. Can be

used in conjunction with the Post-Secondary Schools Credit Scholarship through the Idaho Board of

Education. Applications must be mailed and are available in the Career Center.

SUMMIT DENTAL CARE SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: April 17

Four $500 scholarships available for students who plan to pursue a degree in the health care field. Must

be able to show evidence of leadership and community involvement. Application available in Career

Center.

STUDENT-VIEW SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM www.student-view.com DEADLINE: April 22

One $5000, two $1000 and ten $500 scholarships available for completing a survey regarding local

colleges. For use at a four year college, community college or career school.

K. THINNES SCHOLARSHIP FUND INC. DEADLINE: April 30

$1000. Recipient must be a cancer survivor and have lost a parent to cancer within the last three

years. Have been accepted into an accredited four year college or university. 3.5 GPA. Applications

must be mailed and are available in the Career Center.

MERIT BROOK SCHOLARSHIP http://www.mbscholarship.org/ DEADLINE: May 1

$2000-$4000 scholarship for graduating IDAHO seniors. Requires 2.5 GPA.

COSMETOLOGY/ MASSAGE/ BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIPS http://nwccidaho.org DEADLINE: June 21

$1000 scholarship. Come to the Career Center for a referral! For Idaho Cosmetology Schools, Stevens-

Henager College, CodeWorks, and several Massage Schools.

THE ALERT SCHOLARSHIP http:// http://www.alertmagazine.org/scholarship.php/ DEADLINE: Open

$500 Essay. You can help others become more alert by speaking out against the dangers of drug and

alcohol abuse. Must be a high school senior and have a minimum GPA of 2.5. You can submit an essay for

each edition of Alert magazine.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN SECTION PGA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP www.rockymountainpga.com DEADLINE: May 31

$2,000 scholarship awarded based on academic achievement, community and extracurricular activity,

financial need, leadership and contributions to the game of golf. Minimum 3.0 GPA.

PB & J SCHOLARSHIP

http://bit.ly/pbjscholarship DEADLINE: May 31

$1,000 scholarship for students who have experienced challenges in their life. Based more on

personal statement than academics. Open to all college-bound Seniors attending an accredited 2 or 4 yr.

college in fall of 2020. Application available in Career Center.

MINUTEMAN SCHOLARSHIPS DEADLINE: August 1

Full tuition, fees or room/board. Must join ROTC. If interested, please contact Mrs. Albright or Mrs.

Edwards and we’ll get you in touch with a recruiter.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/516418200

JOB CORPS https://centennial.jobcorps.gov

A no-cost education and career technical training program that helps young people ages 16-24 who qualify. Job

Corps offers careers in advanced manufacturing, construction, finance and business, healthcare, hospitality,

information technology, and renewable resources and energy.

NCCC AND FEMA CORPS www.corps.vet

No diploma or degree required. Gain federal experience while exploring career options. Begin

application process at age 17. Minimum 10 month commitment – can be repeated.

MILITARY SCHOLARSHIPS & EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS

NAVY: NROTC SCHOLARSHIP http://www.nrotc.navy.mil/scholarships.html DEADLINE: Before Graduation

Offering $180,000 for full tuition and fees to be used at an approved university. Requires a commitment of service.

ARMY: MINUTEMAN SCHOLARSHIP http://www.usar.army.mil/Featured/Resources/Educational-Benefits/Minuteman-Scholarship Offering 4

years of full tuition and fees to colleges offering ROTC programs. Recipients also receive a monthly stipend.

Requires a commitment of service.

IDAHO ARMY NATIONAL GUARD State Education Assistance Program (SEAP)

Tuition reimbursement of $4,000 yearly

Federal Tuition Assistance

Up to $4000 for 16 semester hours per fiscal year

GI BILL

$369 monthly allowance or up to $569 with the kicker for a qualifying MOS choice

Minuteman Scholarship

Receive full tuition and fees (uncapped) or room and board ($10,000 yearly) at ANY participating college or

University and receive a STIPEND of $300 as a freshman and up to $500 as a senior

Many Scholarships are awarded by each individual college and can vary from college to college. Make sure you check your favorite school’s websites for the latest information and deadlines. For example:

COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN IDAHO

https://www.csi.edu/financial-aid/scholarships/default.aspx

UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY https://scholarships.usu.edu/

Deadlines for some schools start as early as December 1st.

Free Scholarship Websites:

Cappex.com www.cappex.com/scholarships

College Board www.collegeboard.com

Collegeprofiles www.collegeprofiles.com

FastWeb – Scholarship Search www.fastweb.com

FastAid – Scholarship Search www.fastaid.com

Idaho Board of Education http://www.boardofed.idaho.gov/scholarships/index.asp

Scholarships.com www.scholarships.com

United Negro College Fund www.uncf.org

American Indian Graduate Center Scholars www.aigcs.org

Asian Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund www.apiasf.org

Hispanic Scholarship Fund www.hsf.net

Raise me www.raise.me

Unigo https://www.unigo.com/

Sallie Mae’s Wired Scholarship www.wiredscholar.com

Hispanic Scholarship Fund www.hsf.net

APPRENTICESHIPS

Electrical Apprenticeship www.eijatc.org

Pipefitters/Welders/Plumbers/Service Tech www.ua.org/careers

Mountain States Lineman Apprenticeship www.mslcat.org

Carpentry Apprenticeship www.pnci.org

Iron Workers Apprenticeship www.iw732.org

Southwest Central Idaho Sheet Metal 208-362-5303

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Fire Logistics Dispatcher

Opens: 04/02/2020 Closes: 04/16/2020 Location: Twin Falls District, Shoshone, Idaho

To apply, click on this link: USAJOBS

Fred Meyer Lowe’s Home Improvement Jack in the Box AutoZone

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