Southern Oregon University Preview Day

Southern Oregon University in Ashland is holding "Succeed @ Southern Preview Weekend" on January 18-19. This is your opportunity to meet with faculty in your major, tour the campus and residence halls, explore resources and facilities, learn about financial aid, and more. Parents and guests are welcome. Southern Oregon University is dedicated to diversity and assisting first-generation, low-income, and multicultural students. Sign up online at: preview.sou.edu.

Elks National Foundation Scholarship

The Most Valuable Student Scholarship is offered to high school seniors each year by the Elks National Foundation. Awards run from $1,000 to $15,000 and are renewable for four years; there are multiple winners per level of award. Eligibility is based on scholarship, leadership, financial need, and U.S. citizenship. The application requires an essay and is due December 7th at the Eureka Elks Lodge. For an application and more information, see Mrs. Hile in Counseling.

Lisa Perry Presentation for Juniors and Seniors

Juniors and Seniors:
Have you ever thought about having a career working outdoors? Do you like hunting and/or fishing? Are you interested in wildlife, animals, rocks, saving the environment, marine science and/or working with your hands? If so, plan to attend a presentation from Lisa Perry of HSU on Wednesday, Nov. 28th. She will be presenting lots of exciting information about careers in the outdoors.
Time/Place: Little Theatre during lst, 5th and 6th periods on Wed. Nov. 28th.
If you'd like to attend, sign up in the office.(Sign up for 1 period only)

Kathleen McVey Memorial Youth Citizenship Award

This is an award of merit offered by Soroptimist International of Eel River Valley. Both female and male seniors may apply. One award of $1,000 will be given to a deserving senior based on four major criteria: Service, Dependability, Leadership, and Clear Sense of Purpose. The deadline is January 11, 2013, and applications may be obtained from the counseling office.

HSU Instant Admissions

HSU Instant Admissions takes place at Fortuna High on Tuesday, Oct. 30th. In order to participate, students must: 1) submit HSU online application no later than Wednesday 24th;  2) print proof of submission and application fee receipt; and  3) sign up with Ms. Slater or Mrs. Hile by 3:00 p.m. on Thursday 25th.  When you sign up, you will be given an appointment time to meet with the HSU representative on Tuesday 30th.

Community Service Hours

Community Service Hours:
If you have a lot of community service hours and are wondering what to do with them, be sure to note them all on your activity sheet or resume. All of the service will look really great when you are applying for scholarships during your senior year. The more service, the more impressive you look. As far as graduation requirements are concerned, however, only the first 15 hours of community service will be recorded on your transcript. So if you have over 15 hours, you won't need to turn in any additional community service forms to the office. Any questions, see your counselor.

American Indian College Motivation Day - Friday, Nov. 2

HSU will be hosting American Indian College Motivation Day on Friday, Nov. 2nd. This is a fun event – filled with workshops, speeches and information from college recruiters. We will be leaving at 8:25 a.m. and returning around 2:45 p.m. Snacks and a free lunch of Indian tacos will be provided. If you’d like to attend, please pick up a permission slip in the office. It needs to be signed by your teachers and parent. Return all permission slips to the office by Oct. 30.

New SAT Registration Regulation

If you plan to take the SAT, be aware that new security regulations require a photo upload during the registration process. Although the announcements from College Board have been somewhat conflicting, it is better to err on the side of caution and upload your photo id during the registration process, rather than be turned away on your test date for lack of proper id. For more information about this, go to http://sat.collegeboard.org/register/photo-requirements.

HSU Fall Application Review Day

Humboldt State will hold its Fall Application Review Day on Friday, Oct. 19. This is your opportunity to tour the campus and residence halls, meet with professors, speak with students, and gather information about various programs.You must have applied to HSU through CSU Mentor by Sat., Oct.13 if you wish to have your application reviewed. If you would like to attend, please see Ms. Slater or Mrs. Hile soon for other requirements.

Scholarship Opportunity

The Violet Richardson Award is a scholarship program available to young women between the ages of 14 and 17. The award focuses on volunteer activity, and eligible applicants must have demonstrated initiative in both identifying and trying to solve a problem, as well as had other noteworthy achievements in their volunteer efforts. Awards are $1000 and include an identical donation to the winner's volunteer organization. The application, which requires an essay, must be submitted by December 1st to Soroptimist of Eel River Valley. See Mrs. Hile for more info.

PSAT Registration Now Happening

PSAT Registration:
Attention, college prep juniors and sophomores: It is time to register for the PSAT. All college prep juniors who plan to apply to 4-year colleges should plan to take the PSAT test on Wednesday, October 17.  The PSAT is a test that measures critical reading, verbal and math skills and writing skills.  It is the precursor to the SAT test, which is a test used in college admissions.  Normally the PSAT is offered to college prep Juniors, however, there will be room for some college prep sophomores (usually around 30 spaces).  Although the test is not designed for sophomores, it may be a good idea for students to take the test to help them get used to the test format.
Where & When? The test will be given here on campus in the cafeteria on Wednesday morning, Oct. 17 during 1st – 4th periods.  It takes about 3 ½ hours.
Cost?
The test will cost $14.00. If you are a Junior on the free lunch program, you’ll be eligible for a fee waiver.See Mrs. Austin for a fee waiver.
How to sign up?
Students will sign up by bringing their money ($14.00) to the SFO before Friday, October 12th.  They will then get a receipt from the SFO.  They will take their receipt to the counseling secretary, Robin Eckerfield, who will reserve them a spot for the test and give them a registration booklet.
How to get more info?
See your counselor

CSU CHICO PREVIEW DAY

Chico Preview Day:

Chico State will hold its Preview Day for prospective students on Saturday, October 20. This is your opportunity to tour the campus, check out the city, visit residence halls, and meet with representatives from various academic departments. If you have questions or want more info, call 800-542-4426, email Info@csuchico.edu, or go to www.csuchico.edu/admissions.

AES Engineering Scholarship

Not just for Engineering students, the AES Engineering scholarship awards $500 to each winner. Students must write an essay as part of the application process, and the deadline is October 5th. For more information and to apply, go to http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm.

Senior Parent Meeting:

During Back to School Night on Wednesday, Sept. 19th there will be a special meeting for senior parents from 7:45 - 8:30 PM in the Library. The emphasis will be on college preparation: application procedures, scholarships and financial aid, along with other important information just for seniors.

29th Annual Humboldt/Del Norte College and Career Day

Humboldt/Del Norte College and Career Day takes place on Thursday, September 27 in the Eureka High School Auditorium at 5:30 p.m.. Don't miss this chance to meet with representatives from HSU and CR as well as other colleges and universities, plus a variety of career paths. At 5:00, there will be a special session for junior students and their parents in the EHS Library. Feel free to wear your favorite college or career gear or colors to the event, too!

Important SAT News:

Are you taking the SAT this year? If so, then you need to be aware of some important modifications related to registration and test-day protocol. New security measures have been implemented that are designed to prevent test-taker impersonation. Beginning with the March 9 test date, you will be required to submit a photo when registering for the tests, that will then be made into a photo id which you must bring with you on test day. Another change is that standby (walk-in) testing is no longer permitted. For details on these and other changes, go to collegeboard.org and type "new SAT registration requirements" into the search box.

"Art for Teens" class

All Students: 

Ink People Center for the Arts is offering Art for Teens, 

a weekly, ongoing class featuring drawing, painting, 

printmaking, sculpting and more. The program is held on 

Thursdays from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Fortuna United 

Methodist Church, 9th and N Street.The cost is $60/month 

or $15 per class. Contact Susan Cooper at 726-9048.

All Seniors: Senior Update Now Posted!

Attention Seniors: The September Senior Update is now posted! Click on this link to access the update:

https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms

Back To School News

Welcome Back to School!
This year school will be starting on Monday, August 27th

Til then, here are a few important dates for you to be aware of:

"Back to School Days" will be held on Thursday and Friday, August 23rd & 24th from 9 - 6 p.m. in the FUHS Library. These days are really important and we encourage all students to attend. On these days, be sure to bring a parent, who can sign the paperwork for you. Students will be able to take student pictures and pick up their schedules.

For incoming Freshmen and their parents, we will be hosting both on Thursday and Friday as well. Parents are invited to attend Freshman Parent Orientation on Thursday, August 23rd at 7 p.m. in the Mary Hanley Theatre. Parents will be able to meet freshman teachers and receive a copy of their student's schedules.

On Thursday, August 23rd, all incoming Freshmen will be invited to attend the exciting and fun Freshman Orientation Day. This will start in the gym at 8 a.m. and go till 1:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Buses will also be provided for those who will need transportation. Be sure to attend!!!!!

Also, for those incoming Freshmen, a special dance will be held in your honor that night (Thurs. Aug. 23)  in the Logan Gym from 7 - 9 p.m.


Counselors will be available on Thursday and Friday, August 23rd & 24th from 9 - 3 in the office to assist with schedule problems. Schedule changes can only be made if their is a legitimate academic reason for the change.

We are looking forward to seeing you and hope you had a great summer. Once again, welcome back!

Senior Update for June

There are no new scholarships for the month of June. The June update has all the latest news posted. Check it out at the following link:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms

Senior Awards Night - June 6th

Seniors:
Senior Awards Night will be happening on Wed. June 6th in the Mary Hanley Theatre from 7 - 9 p.m. This is a night where all of the awards won by the class will be celebrated along with students, parents, teachers and community members. All scholarships will be presented along with all other honors. If you receive a salmon colored postcard inviting you to come, it means you will be receiving some type of award. Please plan to attend and bring your family. Salmon colored postcards will be mailed home sometime this week. This is a really fun event filled with lots of surprises. Hope to see as many seniors there as possible to celebrate all the accomplishments of the Class of 2012!

Seniors: Still Time for CR Registration

Seniors:
If you missed the CR placement tests and/or the Redwood Days Orientation, its not too late. Call Juana Tabares at 476-4591 to schedule your placement test and ask about attending the next round of orientation dates. Need help, see Mrs. Austin.

Last Minute Scholarship Info for Seniors

Seniors: Here's some last minute scholarship updates and additions:
The Spike Sarvinski scholarship deadline is extended to May 25th

A $1,000 Balanced Man Scholarship for students planning to attend Sac State is available at: www.sigep.org or call 707/334-0584 or 510/364-9254. Looking for a leader in and out of the classroom. Deadline: June 30

The Society of Women Engineers is offering a scholarship of varying amounts to female students planning a career in engineering, engineering technology and computer science. Go to: www.swe.org/scholarships for more info. Deadline: May 22

Summer School Registration Deadline Approaching

Attention All Students Needing Summer School Credits: If you need to make up credits in summer school and haven't turned in your registration form, there is still time. Registration forms are due this Friday, May 11. Be sure to do this by the deadline, otherwise there may not be room. If you lost your form, you can pick up another one in the office on the front counter.

Futuro Youth Institute: Summer Program for Latino Youth in Humboldt County

Futuro Youth Institute is an organization dedicated to support Latino youth in education, leadership, and social justice. The organization offers a three-day summer program designed to better educate and prepare Latino youth for college and enhance their leadership skills. The program will be taking place August 24-26 and is at no cost to students. The deadline to apply is June 1, 2012. See Ms. Jorgensen for an application.

May Senior Update Now Posted

Seniors: Check out the May Senior/Scholarship Update for all news and scholarships. This will be the last update with scholarship information because we are at the end of scholarship season. The grading period will end this Friday and be sure to turn in all work and keep your grades up!

Link to the Senior Updates:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms

Seniors: Time to Complete the CR Registration Steps

CR-Bound Seniors: Please make sure you complete all the steps for registration right away. 1. Apply online at cccapply.org, 2. Call to schedule a placement test - 476-4106, 3. Sign up to attend Redwood Days at CR from May 14 - 17th. You'll need to fax or mail in your Redwood Days registration form. Be sure to do all of this as soon as possible. If you need help, see Mrs. Austin

Seniors: Scholarship Deadline Reminder

Seniors:
Scholarship deadlines approaching fast! Don't forget to apply today.
April 28 Deadline:
AZ Eyecare Healthcare

April 30 Deadline:
Fortuna Teachers (FUHSTA)
American Business Women's Farthest West


May lst Deadlines:
Randy Kamph VFW Academic
Earl Zimmerman VFW Vocational
Sanctuary Forest Environmental
Rotary Top 5% including Zeke Van Deventer
Rotary Vocational
Lois M Olsen - female athletic
Richard Bettis - outdoors
Shirley Wyatt - relative of veteran
Humboldt Jr. Livestock

Another Scholarship for Seniors

Seniors:
The Fortuna Concert Series is sponsoring a scholarship for seniors who plan to major in music and have had at least 3 years of music at FUHS. The award is: $1,000.
Pick up applications from Mrs. Austin
Deadline: May lst

Seniors: Two More Scholarships

Two New Scholarships Just In!
Humboldt Republican Women Scholarship; Award amounts: $500 - $1,000
GPA of 3.5 or higher, relationship with a member of Humboldt Republican Women Federated, plan to attend college, 2 letters of recommendation, transcript
Deadline: May l

Richard Tomasini Memorial Scholarship; Award amount: $500
Plan to attend college; demonstrate good academic, social and moral ethics, involved in extracurricular activities, including community projects. Type one page essay.
Deadline: May 11

Pick up applications for both from Mrs. Austin

Free SAT/ACT Test Prep Online

These sites contain a wealth of free SAT/ACT study content including practice tests, test tips, flashcards, study sheets, and word lists.

- College Board (http://sat.collegeboard.com/practice)- Sign up to receive the Official SAT Question of the Day and find links to practice questions, as well as a full-length practice test.
- MajorTests. om (www.majortests.com/sat)- Offers vocab word lists, practice questions, and an 8-week guided study plan
- Number2.com (www.number2.com)- Contains SAT and ACT questions and tracks your progress
- Spark Notes (www.sparknotes.com/testprep)- Prep for the SAT, ACT and Subject Tests
- Erik the Red (http://erikthered.com/tutor)- For those seeking math assistance, you will find "must know" facts, formulas and strategies for the SAT math section
- INeedAPencil (www.ineedapencil.com)- Dozens of lessons, practice questions, and practice exams
- Free Vocabulary (www.freevocabulary.com)- List of common SAT vocabulary words

Senior/Scholarship Update Now Posted

Seniors: Be sure to check out the April Senior/Scholarship Update. You can find it online here, or posted in the office or with the senior English and History teachers.

Click on this link to access it:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms

Scholarship season is coming to an end, so if you plan to apply to any, now is the time.

CR Registration Steps

Hello to all Potential CR students:
I just wanted to let you know about the steps needed to finalize your CR admission process..

First of all, hopefully all of you applied online at: cccapply.org. If not, do this asap.

After that, here are the remaining steps you'll need to follow:

1. Call CR testing center and make an appointment to take the math and english placement exams. You'll need to take them up at CR on a school day. You will need to provide your own transportation. Let Tammy in attendance know and she will excuse it as a "school activity". The test will take about two hours, so plan to miss a morning or afternoon.
Here is the phone number: 476-4106
Plan to take these tests as soon as possible.

2. Register for CR's "Redwood Days". Redwood Days is open for incoming CR students and will be a place for students to get college advising and help with class registration.
Here are the dates for Redwood Days: May 14th, 15th, 16th & 17th
Time/Place: at the CR campus beginning at 9 a.m.
Again, you will need to provide your own transportation and let Tammy in attendance know so she can excuse you.
How to Register? Fax or mail the registration form to reserve a spot. You can pick up forms from Mrs. Austin. Reservations are on a first come, first served basis, so do this as soon as possible. If you bring the form to the office, we can fax at for you.
CR fax number: 707/476-4432
CR address: College of the Redwoods, Attn: Jennifer Bailey, 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka, Ca. 95501

3. After you complete all of these steps, you should have your CR classes for the fall semester all set!

Need help, let me know.

Mrs. Austin

Career Explorations 2012

Johnson & Wales University Career Explorations program offers students the chance to explore a career and get a better idea of what to put on the "intended major" line on college applications. It is a three-day program for students entering their junior or senior year. Students can discover what it's like to work in the areas of business, culinary arts, hospitality, technology, or counseling psychology at one of four campuses in Providence, R.I.: North Miami, Fla.; Denver, Colo.; or Charlotte, N.C. Total cost is $345.00 including airfare. Deadline to apply is June 1, 2012 but early registration is advised.  See Ms. Jorgensen for application information.

Annual Chicano Latino Youth Leadership Conference for Sophomores and Juniors

Applications for the 30th Annual Chicano Latino Youth Leadership Project Summer Conference are now being accepted. Open to current sophomores and juniors, the week-long conference will take place at Sacramento State University from July 21-28, 2012. Students selected to participated will attend at no cost to themselves or their families and there is no GPA requirement. Students with leadership potential are strongly encouraged to apply. The application deadline is April 2, 2012. For more information visit www.clylp.org; application packets are available in Ms. Jorgensen's office.

Seniors - Redwood Memorial Scholarship Application

Seniors....Another scholarship just in:
The Redwood Memorial Foundation Scholarship is looking for local students who plan to pursue a career in the health care field.
Award amounts vary from $0 -$6,000
Eligibility: Planning a career in the health care fields of nursing, medicine, pharmacy or physical therapy, plan to attend college, good leadership skills and citizenship, 2 letters of recommendation, transcript, personal statement.
Pick up applications from Mrs. Austin
Deadline: Must be received by March 30

All Students - Spring Fling Community Service Opportunity

All Students: The Downtown Fortuna Spring Fling is happening on Saturday, April 7th and they are looking for students to volunteer at this fun event. This is a great place to have a great time and receive community service credit. Free lunch will be provided to all volunteers. To sign up, contact Heather Cashman at Cozy Corner Gifts, 1103 Main Street, or call 682-6134.

Seniors - Eureka Emblem Club Scholarship

Seniors: Another scholarship just in:
The Eureka Emblem Club is awarding $1,000 to a college bound senior. Requirements: 2 letters of recommendation, transcript, letter describing why a college education is important to you.
Pick up applications from Mrs. Austin
Deadline: April lst

Seniors - CR Placement Tests

Seniors:
If you are planning to attend CR and have already done your online application, its time to go up there and take your placement test. You will need to call them first and make an appointment, then go up there during the week. Let Tammy in attendance know why you're going and it will be marked as a school activity. Here is the CR testing center phone number: 476-4106

AP Test Registration

Its time to start AP registration for 2012. Students will be required to pay either the full amount, or half the test fee up front.
Students who are planning to register for a test will go to the SFO and pay either:
a) all of the test fee ($87 per test)

b) half of the test fee  ($44 per test) – the remaining $43 balance will be paid on
    the day of the test
If a student is low income and on the free/reduced lunch program, they may be eligible for a fee waiver.  Students in this category should come by and see me. For those students, the total test cost will be $15 per test for up to three tests. After that the cost will be $53 per test for all tests after the first three.

Students will need to specify which test(s) and bring their receipt to Mrs.Austin.

Make checks payable to FUHS

Registration Dates: March 5 - Tuesday, March 20

2012 Congressional Artistic Discovery Competition

The 2012 Artistic Discovery Competition is open to all high school students in California's 1st District. Students must submit completed art works to the Eureka Congressional District Office no later than Friday, April 20th, 2012. The winning artwork from each congressional district will be exhibited in the U.S. Capitol Building for one year. The winning student will receive two round-trip tickets to Washington D.C. to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony and reception for the new display in June 2012. See Ms. Jorgensen for competition guidelines or call the Eureka Congressional District Office at 707-269-9595.

Seniors: Another scholarship just in!

The Humboldt Association of Realtors Scholarship
Award: TBA
Eligibility: Must be enrolling in college or university.  Must plan on enrolling in a course of study which centers on or supports a career in real estate sales, real estate finance, real estate management, real estate appraisal, real estate investments, real estate economics, escrow/title, real estate law, interior decorating, construction technology, landscaping, woodworking, cabinet making, architectural design, engineering and or drafting.  Need cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better,  submit one letter of recommendation, and write and essay.
Pick up applications from Mrs. Austin or call 442-2978 or email kristen@harealtors.com to request an application
Deadline: March 30

Seniors: The March Senior/Scholarship Update is now Posted

Check out the Update for all important news and scholarships. There are lots of deadlines coming up really fast and lots of scholarship deadlines in March as well.

Here's the link:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms

University of Oregon Student Information Reception

The University of Oregon is hosting an information reception designed for sophomores and juniors, as well as their parents. The reception will take place Saturday, March 24, 2012, 11:00 am to noon, at the Hilton Sacramento Arden West. RSVP online at admissions.uoregon.edu/jduck by Wednesday, March 21.

Seniors: ELM/EPT Registration Time for CSU Bound Students

Attention Seniors who are planning to attend a CSU: If you haven't already done so, its time to register for the ELM-EPT (math and english placement tests). The next test is on Sat. March 17th and the deadline to register is March 2. To register, go online: https://ept-elm.ets.org/csu/
You can test locally at HSU and your scores will be sent to any CSU. The cost is $18 per test. Students who are exempt, do not have to take the test(s).
Here is the exemption criteria:
SAT score in math was 550 or higher; ACT score was 23 or higher; score of 3 or above and the AP Calculus test
SAT score in English was 500 or higher on the verbal section; score of 680 or higher on the SAT II writing test; score of 24 or higher on the ACT English test; score of 3 or higher on the AP English Language test.    
In addition, be sure to check out your EAP scores on your STAR test last year to see if you qualify for an exemption.

Seniors: Humboldt Area Foundation Workshop - March 1st

Seniors: The Humboldt Area Foundation will be on campus on Thursday, March 1 to talk about their local scholarships and help students apply online. They have lots and lots of local scholarships and usually our students receive lots of money for college and/or vocational/tech/trade schools. One scholarship in particular is the "Willard and Donna Mullan" scholarship, which awards $1,000 - $2,000 to FUHS graduates planning to attend CR. There are all types of  scholarships for everyone, so plan to apply.
Workshop dates/time:
Thursday, March 1st
3rd & 4th period in the B Labs
If you'd like to attend, sign up in the office.

You can also just apply on your own. Go to their website at: hafoundation.org and click on scholarships. Create an account and fill out the questionnaire. Once you do that, a list of eligible scholarships will pop up. Be sure to apply to all of them. The deadline is March 15th.        
      

College Prep Scholarship for Juniors

Juniors with a strong academic record and an annual household income of less than $60,000 are encouraged to apply for QuestBridge's College Prep Scholarship. Through the College Prep Scholarship students will receive one or more awards that will help them prepare for the college admissions process and make them stronger applicants to selective colleges. Awards include full scholarships to college summer programs, college admissions conference invitations, individualized college admissions counseling, all-expense-paid college visits, and telementoring with college students. Application is due March 27, 2012. For more information visit the counseling office or www.questbridge.org.

Seniors: P G & E Bright Minds Scholarship Now Available

Seniors: This scholarship came in after the Scholarship Update was posted. PG&E is sponsoring the "Bright Minds" Scholarship program for seniors planning to attend any college or vocational school. There is no GPA requirement needed and the awards are $2,500 up to $30,000.
To apply, go to http://www.pge.com/brightminds/
The deadline to apply is Feb. 17th

February Senior/Scholarship Update Now Posted

Seniors:
The February Senior/Scholarship Update is now posted and filled with lots and lots of scholarships. This month the Humboldt Area Foundation Scholarships are now available online at: hafoundation.org, plus the Coast Central Credit Union Scholarship is available and the Humboldt State Scholarships are available as well. Be sure to check out the update and apply for any and all scholarships!!!
Here is the link: https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms

Seniors - Time to Start the CR Registration Process

Seniors: The CR representative will be on campus on Tuesday, Feb. 7th during lst and 2nd periods to talk about CR and help begin the online registration process.
Time and Place:
Tuesday, Feb. 7th during lst and 2nd periods in the B Labs
If you'd like to attend, sign up in the office.

If for some reason you can't make it, you can apply on your own at: cccapply.org

Local Scholarships Now Available

Seniors:
It is peak scholarship season and there are lots of local scholarships out right now.
Here are some local scholarships to check out:

1. For seniors planning to attend HSU, go to: humboldt.edu/funding
They have lots of money for incoming freshmen, so be sure to apply. The deadline is Feb. 17th, so don't wait. You'll need your HSU ID and password.

2. The Humboldt Area Foundation Scholarships are now available online. Go to: hafoundation.org and click on "scholarship". After you create your profile and answer some questions, it will list all the local scholarships you are eligible for. Select them all and complete the application online. You'll need to attach letters of recommendation and an official transcript. In order to get an official transcript emailed to you so you can submit it to them, see Maureen Lackey in the office. There are lots and lots of scholarships available for all types of students, including the Willard and Donna Mullan Scholarship for students planning to attend CR (amount is $1,000 - $2,000). Be sure to apply. The deadline is March 15th, but start on this one early.

3. The Coast Credit Scholarship gives one scholarship to a graduating senior of Fortuna High who plans to attend a local college after graduation (CR, HSU, Shasta or Chico State). Students can win up to $4,000. To apply, go to www.coastccu.org. The deadline is March 16th.

Semester Schedule Changes

All Students: Here are the instructions for schedule changes at the semester for all students. The priority will be given to students who need to change for academic reasons. If you need a class change for ACADMIC reasons, such as a class level change, then make an appointment to see your counselor during finals week. After seeing your counselor, you will need to return the signed schedule change form before you can start your new class. Forms must be signed by teachers and a parent. The semester ends on Jan. 27^th and the new semester will begin on Monday, Jan. 30^th. The counseling department hopes to have all academic changes completed during finals week so that students can start their new classes on Monday, Jan. 30. The dates to start academic changes will be: Monday, Jan. 23^rd and end on Thursday, Feb. 2^nd.  For all other changes, such as elective changes, dates to change will not begin until Monday, Jan. 30^th and end on Thursday, Feb. 2^nd. Elective changes will only be made if there is space available in the class.  All class changes will need to be completed no later Thursday, Feb. 2^nd.

Class Change Schedule:

Academic Changes: Monday, January 23  -  Thursday, February 2^nd

Non Academic Changes: Monday, January 30 – Thursday, February 2^nd.

Summer Programs

Otis College of Art and Design Summer of Art 2012 (Los Angeles)
July 9-August 3
This intensive, four-week, pre-college program is for individuals 15 and older who wish to study at one of the top art and design colleges in the country. Areas of study include architecture, digital media, product design, toy design, fashion design, and communications art. Tuition and fees are $2,946; scholarships are available. Registration begins February 27, 2012. For more information visit www.otis.edu/soa.

Pratt Institute Pre-College Program
July 9-August 3
Explore the possibility of studying architecture, construction management, creative writing, fashion design, graphic design, photography and much more at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY. Must be 16 years of age by June 30, 2012 to attend. Students will live on campus and receive 4 units of elective credit on their college transcript upon completion of the program. Fee to attend the program is $3,230; scholarships are available. Deadline to apply is April 1 (deadline for scholarship applications is March 15). For more information visit www.pratt.edu/prostudies

UC Davis Young Scholars Program (UCD-YSP)
June 24-August 4
UCD-YSP offers summer research opportunities in the biological and natural sciences for 40 high achieving  students currently enrolled as sophomores or juniors. Selected on the basis of a competitive application, successful applicants will reside in university dorms and work with research faculty on individual projects. Deadline to apply is March 31, 2012. For more information, visit http://ysp.ucdavis.edu.

California State Summer School for the Arts (CSSSA)
Attend one of the country's premier summer art institutes!

When: July 14 - August 10, 2012
Where: California Institute of the Arts in Valencia
What: 520 motivated and talented high school students are accepted to come and receive instruction in the areas of Animation, Film/Video, Creative Writing, Dance, Music, Theater, and the Visual Arts.
Why: Get to work with professional artists, writers and performers; receive 3 units of California State University credit, opportunity to receive college scholarships

Students whose families have the means to pay are charged a comprehensive fee of $1,500. Financial aid is available, no student will be denied admission based on their economic situation.
Applications to CSSSA are due on or before February 28, 2012. To learn more visit www.csssa.ca.gov or call the Sacramento headquarters at (916) 229-5160.

2012 Summer Science Internship
Intern in the fields of Rheumatology and Immunology and receive mentoring by renowned researchers. Internships are located at the University of California, San Francisco & Stanford University. Stipends are provided. Deadline to submit application is Friday, February 24, 2012.
Learn more & apply at www.SummerScienceInternship.kintera.org or contact Beth Miller at 415-356-4583/bmiller@arthritis.org

Carnegie Mellon Summer Pre-College Programs
June 30- August 10, 2012
Explore architecture, art & design, drama, music or the National High School Game Academy. There is also an Advanced Placement/Early Admission program where you can take two challenging college courses in order to gain advanced placement and get a head start in college. Students must have completed their sophomore year of high school. For more information visit www.cmu.edu/enrollment/pre-college.

CSU, Dominguez Hills Young Scholars Program
Distance Learning Courses available to high school students!
Receive up to 6 units of college credit each semester for $3.50. Application must be completed by February 3, 2012. For more information visit www.youngscholars.tv

See Ms. Jorgensen for further information on these programs.

January Senior/Scholarship Update Now Posted

Seniors: Check out the January Senior and Scholarship Updates for all new info and scholarships. Be sure to attend the Cash for College workshop on Thurs. Jan. 5th, and submit your FAFSA ASAP if you haven't already done so. This month there are a few notable scholarships: the GATES Millenium scholarship is due on Jan. 11th, the Humboldt County Farm Bureau scholarships are local and they give out lots and lots of money, the Shirley Wyatt Memorial Scholarship is also a local scholarship, and Humboldt State has lots of scholarship money for students who are applying to Humboldt State. Be sure to apply and take advantage of all the free money out there.
Here is a link to the Update:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms

Seniors: Financial Aid Night on Thursday Night - Jan. 5th

Seniors: This Thursday from 5 - 8 p.m. HSU will be hosting the Cash for College workshop in the B Labs. Plan to attend to get help with your FAFSA and/or sign up for the $1000 SCHOLARSHIP for college. See you there!