The Hagan Scholarship

 

The Hagan Scholarship

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, designed to provide recipients with the opportunity to graduate college debt-free. Free workshops, Free Schwab Brokerage Accounts and Free Study Abroad provide recipients with a practical understanding of important life skills not typically covered in the school curriculum. Hagan Scholars can apply for a graduate scholarship after earning their undergraduate degree. Hagan Scholars have attended 429 colleges and universities located in 48 states. Recipients must attend an eligible public high school.

The Hagan Scholarship 

Cappex: Find Your Fit

Looking to research and compare colleges? For robust school profiles and comprehensive data, create a free Cappex account and find the right match today! Cappex will help you discover colleges that match what’s most important to you — your budget, your majors, your style. In addition, you can find all national scholarships on their website. There is a lot of good information here: https://www.cappex.com/

Niche: Find Where You Belong

Seniors!!! Check out this website!!! Niche has helped millions of families find the right college fit. In addition, you can find several national level scholarships!!! Great Resource!!! NICHE 

Niche is the market leader in connecting colleges and schools with students and families. With in-depth profiles on every school and college in America, over 140 million reviews and ratings, and powerful search and data tools, Niche helps millions of students and families find and enroll in the right school for them. For schools, school districts, and communities, Niche’s platform, data, and services help thousands of schools recruit and enroll more best-fit students.

PSAT/NMSQT- October 12th

What: PSAT/NMSQT Test
Who: Open to any junior
When: October 12th

The PSAT/NMSQT is a great way to preview and practice for the SAT. It will test the same skills and knowledge as the SAT. When you get your test results, connect your College Board and Khan Academy® accounts to get free personalized SAT study recommendations.

In addition, when you take the PSAT/NMSQT, you’re automatically screened for the National Merit® Scholarship Program, an academic competition for recognition and scholarships.

There are only 25 spots available. You can sign up with Mrs. Harbourn in the counseling office. The test will cost $17.00. Checks can be made out to MCHS. Payment must be received before test day. We will test on October 12th, 2022 at 8:00 am.

Completing the FAFSA

This article can be found on ISAC.org along with a ton of other useful information.
Financial Aid Planning
Completing the FAFSA®

The first step in the financial aid process is to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). This application, which is available to complete online via desktop and laptop computers or mobile devices, such as phones and tablets, or in paper/PDF format, will use income, assets and other factors to determine the amount you and your family are expected to contribute to your college expenses. You must submit the FAFSA in order to be considered for all federal financial aid programs (including student loans), most programs through your college and most state programs, including the State of Illinois Monetary Award Program (MAP) grant. Most of the questions are demographic-related and the rest of the answers come from your tax forms and/or those of your parents (if you’re a dependent student) or your spouse (if you are married). If you file the FAFSA online (FAFSA on the Web), you can list as many as ten different colleges that you may be attending and have information sent to them (only four colleges can be listed on the paper/PDF FAFSA). Your eligibility for financial aid will be determined by your and your family’s financial situation, and by filing your application on time.

If you are an Illinois student who is not eligible for federal financial aid (and do not file the FAFSA), you may apply for a MAP grant using the online Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid, which is patterned after the FAFSA. For more information, visit the Retention of Illinois Students & Equity (RISE) Act page of this website, and talk with your high school counselor or the financial aid office at your college or university.

Students with questions about FAFSA completion can contact their local ISACorps member, send a text message to the ISAC College Q & A service, or contact an ISAC Call Center Representative. Students with general questions regarding the financial aid application process may also have a real-time conversation with a Call Center Representative by simply clicking on the "Live Support – Online" button, which appears in the right margin of all pages within the During College and After College sections of the Students & Parents area.

Find out more about Completing the FAFSA.
Attend a FAFSA Completion Workshop

For many students and families who have never completed a FAFSA, the form can seem a little overwhelming. In addition to the specific instructions on how to complete the FAFSA available on the Filling Out the FAFSA page of Federal Student Aid’s StudentAid.gov, the ISACorps provides free workshops to help you complete the FAFSA.

To find an in-person event closest to you and to view a list of virtual events, please visit the Events page at the ISAC Student Portal. In-person events will be conducted in accordance with state and local health guidelines. Advance registration may be required for online events.
Get One-on-One Assistance with Financial Aid

The ISACorps member in your region is available to meet with you and your family to help you learn more about your financial aid options and apply for aid. Our ISACorps members are trained to not only help you fill out the FAFSA, but also to help you identify scholarships and grants for which you might be eligible, explain student loans and financial aid packages, and help provide the information and resources so you can make informed financial decisions when it comes to paying for college.

Get in touch with the ISACorps member in your region.

Coca Cola Scholarship is OPEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The Coca-Cola Scholars Program, the largest corporate-sponsored, achievement-based scholarship program in the country, is now accepting applications from high school seniors to become part of the 35th class of Coca-Cola Scholars and receive one of 150 college scholarships worth $20,000.


Students with at least a 3.0 GPA may apply at Cokeurl.com/Apply2022 through October 31, 2022, at 5 p.m. Eastern. Full eligibility requirements can be found at Cokeurl.com/Scholarships. Coke Scholars not only demonstrate excellence in academics, but also serve as leaders in their community and are dedicated to creating positive change

Juniors & Seniors- Are you interested in a Fire Science Career? See me!!!

There is a field trip opportunity for students interested in the Fire Science field. Please see Mrs. Harbourn if you are interested! 

Methodist College of Nursing Open House- Monday October 10th

Methodist College of Nursing will be hosting an open house on Ocotber 10th from 9:00AM- 12:00PM. At this event you can apply for FREE so bring your high school transcript and be ready to meet the faculty and staff! They will take you on a campus tour as well!! RSVP at methodistcol.edu.

FAFSA OPENS OCTOBER 1st, 2022

When Does the FAFSA Open? If you're seeking financial aid for the 2023-24 school year, you can fill out and submit the FAFSA starting on Oct. 1, 2022. The FAFSA unlocks the door to federal, state and school-based aid, which can come in the form of grants, scholarships, student loans and work-study.

 

FIRST STEP: CREATE A FSA ID!!!! You and your parent need a FSA ID!! 

 

You can apply for an FSA ID at any time, but in some cases, you'll need to wait up to three days before you're able to use your FSA ID, so we recommend registering early. If you don't have one by the time you fill out your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form, you will be prompted to apply for one.

 

Creat a FSA ID HERE

 

Lake Land College Kubota Tech Open House

Lake Land College Kubota Tech Open House

Lake Land College and Kubota are partnering to offer students an opportunity to earn Kubota Tech Certifications through the Diesel & Ag Power program.  Please join the Lake Land College Agriculture faculty and Kubota representatives to learn about career and certification options as a Kubota Technician.  This event is open to high school juniors and seniors and is a great opportunity to learn about Lake Land College, Kubota and the Diesel & Ag Power program.

Agenda:

2:30p.m.         Welcome

3p.m.              Tour of facility

4p.m.              General question & answer

Pre-Registration is required.    RSVP to Ryan Orrick, Division Chair Agriculture/Agriculture Instructor at 217-234-5208 or sorrick@lakelandcollege.edu by September 27th.

College and Career Fair- September 28th

 

MCHS is hosting a College and Career Fair on September 28th from 4:00PM-6:00PM in our gym. Currently, we have 35 tables confirmed. There will be a chance for students to win gift cards; In addition, several teachers are offering extra credit for attendance. Our goal is to provide an opporutnity for students to network and learn about various options after high school. All students and families are welcome. We have invited surrounding schools as well. 

Please see the current representatives below: 

Army Reserves

Backwoods Tree Service

Bradley

Career Link

Country Financial

EIU

Eureka

FLSchmidt

Forman Fire

FS SUNRISE

ICC Admissions

ICC Early College

ICC GM ASEP

ICC- Welding

ICC-AG

ICC-Diesel

ISAC

Lincoln Avaition

Lincoln Tech

Methodist

Navy

Oehrlein School of Cosmetology

Organization

Pekin Marine

Perfect

Rivian

SIU

SIUE

St. Ambrose University

St. Francis

St. John of Nursing

Steamfitters

Tricoci

UIC

WIU AG

Illinois Central College- Upcoming Campus Visit Days

 

PSAT/NMSQT- Wednesday, October 12th, 2022

                               

The PSAT/NMSQT is a great way to preview and practice for the SAT. It will test the same skills and knowledge as the SAT. When you receive your test results, connect your College Board and Khan Academy® accounts to obtain free personalized SAT study recommendations.

In addition, when you take the PSAT/NMSQT, you’re automatically screened for the National Merit® Scholarship Program, an academic competition for recognition and scholarships.
For more information, visit NMSC's website or see the Official Student Guide to the PSAT/NMSQT.

There are 25 spots available. You can sign up with Mrs. Harbourn in the guidance office. The test will cost $17.00. Checks can be made out to MCHS. Payment must be received before test day. We will test on Wednesday October 12 2022 at 8:00 am.