Counselor's Corner
Counselor's Corner is designed as a one stop shop for Douglas Anderson parents and students to stay informed about a variety of school counseling information.
Friday, December 20, 2024
Pratt Summer Programs
Scholarship applications close on February 1, 2025
Students should submit their application by 11:59PM ET to be considered for a partial or full ride scholarship for the 2025 Summer PreCollege Program.
"Pratt PreCollege helped me gauge both the level and amount of work I would have to produce in college. It gave me good insight into the college environment as well as experience with critique and grading."
- Elli P., Summer 2024 Student, Animation + Foundation.
What do applicants need to apply?
- $65 Application Fee*
- Personal Statement [2,500 characters or less] answering one of the following questions:
- What do you hope to achieve by participating in Pratt’s Summer Immersion Program, and how do you envision it impacting your future educational, artistic, and career goals?
- Discuss a challenge you faced. How did you overcome it, and what did you learn about yourself in the process?
- What do you believe are the most important qualities for an artist or designer to possess, and how do you embody these qualities?
- Recommendation [email address needed at time of application]
- 2 samples of work
- Letter of hardship (required for Needs Based Scholarships)
- Household financial information [optional]
Questions? Email us at precollege@pratt.edu or schedule a 15-minute meeting with our team.
Can’t wait until Summer? See what’s coming up this Spring
Winter Workshops - January 18, 2025($170 - $200)
Online Classes - Saturdays, January 25 - March 29, 2025 ($635.00 - $1,153.00)
Sincerely,
Von Hemert
hhemert@pratt.edu
Associate Director of PreCollege and Youth Programs
Monday, December 16, 2024
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Friday, December 13, 2024
We are excited to share an incredible opportunity for high school seniors in your community: the Fidelity Scholars Program! This scholarship goes beyond financial support, providing mentorship, college success coaching, and career development to help students thrive in college and beyond.
Why It Matters:
This program is a transformative resource for students who demonstrate academic achievement, financial need, and the drive to succeed. With the application deadline fast approaching, your help in spreading the word can make a life-changing difference.
Who is Eligible:
Students must:
- Be high school seniors planning to enroll full-time in an in-state four-year college or university for 2025–2026.
- Be a historically under-resourced or underrepresented student.
- Have an unweighted GPA between 2.5 and 3.5.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Reside in eligible states: NC, TX, MA, FL, NJ, NM, DC, CO, RI, KY, OH
How to Apply:
- Apply and Learn More: UNCF.org/FidelityScholars
- Deadline to Apply: January 30, 2025
- Questions? Email: FidelityScholars@uncf.org
Thursday, December 12, 2024
The Jacksonville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated would like to share our annual scholarship opportunities. There are six (6) categories available with applications links for high school seniors to apply online.
Performing and Visual Arts: https://form.jotform.com/243077073770155
Literary: https://form.jotform.com/243077530387157
Healthcare: https://form.jotform.com/243077697062161
STEM: https://form.jotform.com/243077306329154
Leadership: https://form.jotform.com/243077008735154
Academic: https://form.jotform.com/243077276902157
Dear District Federal Program Directors / Coordinators,
New this year, FASFEPA is honored to be able to offer the Brian Schultz STEM Career Student Scholarship to graduating high school seniors planning to further their education in Technology or STEM based careers in trade/ technical education. Funding for this scholarship is made possible through the dedication of the FASFEPA members through their membership fees and from their commitment to quality education and building a brighter future for our educational system and youth.
Below you will find the attached Scholarship Packet with information, application, routing form, and scoring criteria for the Brian Schultz STEM Career Scholarship. One scholarship will be awarded this year.
Student applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the scholarship:
· Be a senior who is on track to graduate in May/June of 2025 and planning to pursue a career in the area of technology / technical education;
· Be eligible under current USDA guidelines as free or reduced-priced meals or Approved CEP Direct Certification for free or reduced lunch; and
· Provide a picture with the application to be used in an announcement and on the FASFEPA webpage. (.jpg or .png format)
Please share this information with federal program offices, high school principals, guidance counselors, scholarship coordinators, migrant advocates, homeless liaisons, and others.
A Scholarship award announcement will be sent to both the recipient and district by March 25, 2024.
The scholarship award amount is $2,500 per recipient.
Here is a Timeline to help you: 2025 FASFEPA Scholarships Timeline (All)
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Please see attached Arts Scholarships for students interested in attending Florida State College Of Jacksonville. You do not necessarily have to plan to major in the arts discipline, but agree to participate in the art on the college campus. Make sure to fully Read each of the documents in your art area of interest for all needed information. Email and contact numbers are listed to get clarification on questions you may have or for more information.
*The Photography discipline does not have its own discipline contract so the attachment titled ‘2024-25 Talent Scholarship Application’ is used for Photography.
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Monday, December 2, 2024
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
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Thursday, November 14, 2024
Parent, Student, and Families Webinar Thursday, December 5, 2024
- When: Thursday, Dec 5, 2024 06:00 PM Eastern Time(US and Canada)
- Topic: Understanding PSAT and SAT Student Score Reports
- Description: Join the Florida College Board team for a webinar on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 6 PM EST. This session will explore how the digital SAT Suite of Assessments can help students prepare for the SAT and their future, whether that path leads to college, a career, or other opportunities. During this hour-long webinar, you will learn about:
- Connecting to valuable tools for college and career planning.
- Accessing college scholarship opportunities.
- Establishing a baseline and checking in on college and career readiness.
- Using AP Potential to identify suitable AP courses.
- Register in advance for this webinar: https://collegeboard.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2z5W85xtQCy2W4Ooap3Ytg
(All registrants will receive a link to the recording at the conclusion of the webinar).
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Monday, November 4, 2024
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Friday, November 1, 2024
FutureSmart Scholarship- To enter, students must complete at least three (3) modules from either the FutureSmart or SmartEconomics programs. Participants are also required to submit a short essay (350-500 words) addressing a question about their future and explaining how the financial knowledge gained from these modules can help them achieve their goals and dreams. Application Deadline: January 13, 2025(Fall Semester) and June 9, 2025 (Spring Semester)
Prize: $2,000 - $5,000 529 College Savings Gift Card
Financial Futures Tax Simulation Scholarship- In partnership with Intuit for Education, one student winner will be awarded $2,500 in educational funding from each semester-based entry period during the 2024-25 school year. The Financial Futures Student Scholarship Contest is open to students (age 13-19) who have completed at least one lesson within the course Tax Simulation: Understanding Taxes. To enter for a chance-to-win, students will be asked to submit an application form and share how learning about tax topics has made an impact on their life through a reflection essay (200-500 words).
Application Deadline: January 12, 2025(Fall Semester) and May 4, 2025 (Spring Semester)
Prize: $2,500 in educational funding
Account Careers National Scholarship- Accounting+ will be awarding twenty students nationally $5,000 in educational funding. The Accounting Careers: Limitless Opportunities Scholarship is open to U.S. high school students between 13-19 years old who have completed at least one Accounting Careers: Limitless Opportunities course module. Students must submit a 300-500 word essay for a chance to win.
Application Deadline: April 15th, 2025
Prize: $5,000 in educational funding
Credit Worthy Scholarship Contest- OneMain Financial will be awarding thirty-six students nationally with $1,000 in educational funding. The Credit Worthy Scholarship is open to U.S. high school students between 13-19 years old who have completed Build: Credit Fundamentals or at least 3 modules of a course offered in the Credit Worthy program presented by OneMain Financial. Students will submit a short essay about what they learned and how the Credit Worthy program by OneMain Financial has made an impact on them for a chance to win.
Application Deadline: January 15, 2025(Fall Semester) and May 6, 2025 (Spring Semester)
Prize: $1,000 in educational funding
Monday, October 21, 2024
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SUS Matrix Counselor Updates 2024_2025 by mortensenk on Scribd
Friday, October 18, 2024
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
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Tuesday, October 1, 2024
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Sunday, September 29, 2024
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Friday, September 6, 2024
Tuesday, August 6, 2024
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Rising Senior College Application Bootcamp
Sign up at the link or QR code below and submit your signed permission slip (see attached permission form - students must turn the slip in to the school counseling office in order to attend)
Rising seniors - Mark Your Calendars and Sign Up! We are excited to host a 2-day College Application Bootcamp on May 29 and 30 (school half days) from 12:30pm until 3:30pm.
Want to have a productive summer? Interested in getting a head start on your college applications?Our College Application Boot Camp is designed to help students get a strong start on their college applications under the guidance of the DA School Counseling Team. It is our aim to give students the information, techniques, feedback, and confidence to put together an application that reflects their achievements and potential.
During this 2-Day Camp, students will:
- Gain an understanding of the college admissions process
- Receive advice on teacher recommendations
- Learn how to research colleges and careers
- Work one-on-one and in small groups to complete the general portion of the Common App
- Learn how to write a Personal Essay
- Start a Personal Essay
- Complete a resume that highlights high school awards, school and extracurricular activities, community service, work, and leadership positions
* Access to technology is required, please bring either your issued DCPS laptop or a personal laptop**PTSA is providing lunch/snacks** You may bring your own food or snacks if you like. Lunch is still being served at school on these days during the school day.
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