School Counseling Department

QUEST College Fair

QUEST will be hosted at North Cobb High School this year on Tuesday, March 5th from 6-8 PM.

For a list of colleges attending and breakout sessions that will be offered/times, visit https://sites.google.com/site/questcollegefair/

Download QUEST 2019 flyer

Financial Empowerment Workshop

Would you like to make smart financial and college decisions?  Please attend a Financial Empowerment Workshop on Saturday, March 2^nd at 9am in the KMHS Media Center.  Please click here for more info: Download Financial Empowerment Workshop Hosted by MWOD 2019 

If you need any additional information, please see Ms. Mitchell in room 200. 

 

This week we thought we would share some random facts from our office:

• We have sent over 1,100 transcripts to colleges for seniors this school year
• We have hosted 15 dual enrollment info sessions so far this year
• School counselors have a minimum of a masters degree
• Our clerks are amazing and help our office run as smooth as possible

Midyear Transcript Reminder

Seniors - some colleges require a midyear transcript/report.  If the college(s) you applied to require one, please add the request in Naviance, complete your transcript request card in the Counseling Office, and turn it in to our clerk.  The cost is $2 per transcript.  (Common App is charged as one school; Coalition is charged as one school).  

9th Grade Advisement

9th grade advisement is next week.  Letters were sent home with appointment dates/times.  During 9th advisement, you will meet with curriculum specialists and outline a plan of study.  This is NOT course registration.  Students are registered for core classes by their teachers.  Elective registration will occur later this semester.  At that time, students will also verify their core classes for next school year.

Magnet freshmen - please check Edmodo for information regarding your 9th grade advisement session.  

Senior Scholarship Bulletin

Seniors - visit the Scholarship List in Naviance to find the KMHS Senior Scholarship Bulletin.  We have several LOCAL scholarships listed that will award money to KMHS seniors!

In Naviance go to Colleges - Scholarships and Money - Scholarship List.  You will see the KMHS Senior Scholarship Bulletin in the Scholarship List.

Lose your Naviance code or need help finding the scholarship bulletin?  Please contact your counselor.

Parent Night: Anxiety and Stress Night

Mental Health Matters - A community wide parent night is being hosted at Hillgrove High School on Thursday, February 7th from 6-7:30 PM. As anxiety and stress levels rise in our youth, our community is also impacted. It can be hard for parents to see the warning signs; come learn what they are and how you as a parent can help. See attached flyer. Students, please share this info with your parents if they are not on Edmodo.

Download Anxiety Stress Night Flyer

Summer Opportunity - Hospitality Careers Academy

Interested in a career in hospitality and tourism?  Here's a summer opportunity: https://classiccenter.formstack.com/forms/hca_2018_application .  Visit website for application deadline, cost, and more details.

Happy Holidays!

We would like to wish everyone happy holidays!  Our office will be closed during the break.  We will reply to emails upon our return.

KSU Info Session for Hispanic & Latino Students (juniors and seniors only)

Do you have questions about how to apply to KSU?

Marcela Cadavid Enrollment Services Specialist for Recruitment, Retention, and Progression to Graduation Program for Hispanic and Latino Students will be here at KMHS in Room 311, Wed Dec 19th from 3:30-4:30 pm.

Serious Seniors and Juniors are invited to attend to ask specific questions about the application process. Parents/guardians are welcome to attend. This will be a question and answer session in English and Spanish.

Tips/Advice for finals week of 1st semester

Here are some ways to best manage stress as we head to the finish line of first semester!

• Study a little bit each day and don't stay up late; you need to get your rest and cramming never helps
• Study in manageable chunks of time; take lots of breaks
• Take breaks during study sessions to clear your mind
• Join a study group
• Make sure you know the help sessions and resources your teacher provides
• Eliminate distractions like social media
• Get enough sleep every night
• Stay hydrated
• Eat a good breakfast every morning
• Come prepared with all of your needed supplies for the specific class and final
• Be confident in YOUR ABILITIES! Believe that if you do your best you WILL BE SUCCESSFUL!