I’m grateful for the trust, support, and encouragement I’ve received. I truly love what I do, and I’m excited to continue serving our students and families in this new role! 🙏🏽
Exciting news! Mrs. Iris Martinez has been named Director of Counseling Services. With her unmatched passion and vision, she’ll continue leading the College & Career Center while overseeing the Counseling Department. #CPride#Adelante
🚨 Breaking News: @usedgov provides timeline details for the upcoming 2025-26 #FAFSA cycle with a planned “phased rollout” and "testing period" to begin on Oct. 1, 2024.
A full launch of the 2025-26 FAFSA will be available on or before Dec. 1: https://t.co/nt7U3Bxu0v
🗣️FAFSA Update: This weekend and on Monday, the 2024–25 FAFSA form will be available at https://t.co/ktTmBDJoYe during the following times:
🗓️ Jan. 6, 2024; 12:30–6 p.m. ET
🗓️ Jan. 7, 2024; 11:30 a.m.–5 p.m. ET
🗓️ Jan. 8, 2024; Available at 8 a.m. ET
Please know we are working diligently to resolve issues during the soft launch period.
Tips for students on handling stress as exams & holidays approach.
😴 Sleep
🥗Nutrition and hydration 💧
🧍♀️Movement (not exercise)
👯♀️Socialization
🎼📖Leisure time
🤔Reflection
And super important + a strength not a weakness—
Reach out for help🆘
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Join us for an insightful virtual session on early college preparation in partnership with the University of Michigan. Gain invaluable insights on making the most of your high school years for a bright future! #CPride#Adelante
- Format: Virtual
- RSVP: https://t.co/Kfa2taHx4w
A huge congratulations to @SKrantz21 for this well deserved recognition! Witnessing first-hand how you’ve positively impacted the lives of students by advocating for equitable access is inspiring! #HEDecoded#HigherEd@NyahProject
Congratulations to our very own @SKrantz21 on receiving one of the 2023 College Access Champion Awards from @NyahProject for her dedication and leadership of the @MDCPS College Access Program! @SuptDotres@LDIAZ_CAO@AlayonSally Click the link to see more https://t.co/G3GUXYaTQG
NEW BLOG:
October is a big month for #collegeadmissions deadlines. Understandably, high school seniors are nervous about hitting submit, so here are three tips to help them feel confident and excited about sending in their #collegeadmission apps.
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💯👇- not every dual enrollment class is a good choice. Talk to your counselors or look at what might transfer for credit at the schools you are considering.
The 2023 US News Rankings are out and making their annual rounds on the interwebs.
On the pod- How are these numbers derived? How should/could you consider them in the college search? And what are some other resources surrounding resources to check out?
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Three admission essay suggestions: 1) Don't say "I'm writing this essay" or "my essay topic is". We know it's an essay. 2) Start with something about you. 3) Finish with something about you.
In other words, the essay response should be about you. Use the topic to focus on you.
It's a wrap! Had an incredible time at the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling Board Meeting with an amazing group of colleagues. I’m so proud to be a part of this action oriented board! #HEDecoded#SACAC#CollegeCounseling#HigherdEd@ColumbusHS_Mia
Received news today that mine is the #1 played episode for the Understanding the Choices podcast! Join me, @TFIELDS013 , and @ShereemHB as we talk parenting kids through the college application process & subscribe – these two are doing good work!
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Christian San Juan ‘23 represented CCHS at the HOBY Florida East Youth Leadership Seminar last weekend, receiving the “Outstanding Leadership” award. He was also recognized with a scholarship and travel stipend to attend HOBY's World Leadership Congress. #CPride#Adelante
Get ready to take your college application game to the next level at the College Application Bootcamp, presented by the Pat Call & Irene Culmo Center for College & Career Guidance! Join us for an immersive program ⇒ https://t.co/1MgSbkHS9q. #CPride#Adelante
Today is the last school day for our seniors! Not only did they embraced me as their counselor but they taught me so much! So many mixed emotions - I’m excited for what they’ll experience after high school but sad they’re leaving. #HEDecoded#CollegeCounseling@ColumbusHS_Mia