• VHS SAT Prep class – if you missed signing up for the SAT prep class that is offered at Varina High it’s not too late to prepare for the SAT. You can receive the same information online. Follow the steps below!
• Log on to SchoolSpace (using your student log in)
• Go to the center column locate TCA Online Study Guide.
• Click on Varina HS
• Juniors: Register to take the SAT at least once this spring. For more information and to register go to www.collegeboard.com or come to the School Counseling office
• Good luck!

Varina High School 2010 Clash of the Careers MARCH 15TH– SAVE THE DATE – It’s that time again! Your future starts NOW. Don’t miss out on the Varina High School annual Career Day! It will be held on March 15th from 9-3pm. Over 20 vendors and 12 presenters will be present along with our very own HCPS CTE bus (the big red bus). Come prepared to meet employers, and work on building your resume at our resource center. Students who dress to impress will receive extra credit in the math and English class! We are looking forward to another successful career day!

• The original due date for course request forms was Friday February 12th, due to the inclement weather that deadline was extended to February 15th. Completed and signed course request forms are to be turned in to your English teacher OR dropped off in the School Counseling office. If your form has been misplaced please notify the School Counseling office at 226-8709 and another one will be printed for you. If forms are not returned School Counselors will have to select courses for the students in their case load.
• Individual scheduling meetings with students will begin within the next couple of weeks. Parents, if you would like to meet with your child’s school counselor please call the school counseling office and set up an appointment.

• Log on to SchoolSpace (using your student log in)
• Go to the center column locate TCA Online StudyGuide.
• Click on Varina HS
• Juniors: Register to take the SAT at least once this spring. For more information and to register go to www.collegeboard.com or come to the School Counseling office
• Good luck!

5TH Annual Teen Jobs Symposium: Free event for teens 14-19. Saturday April 17 8-1:00pm, J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Parham Road Campus).

Future Veterinarians: Veterinary Medical Career Fair & Information Sessions. The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges proudly presents the 6th annual Veterinary Medical Career Information Sessions. This FREE premier event is for any high school student with an interest in the veterinary medical profession. The event will take place on Sunday, March 14, 2010 2:00 – 5:00pm at Westin Alexandria, 400 Courthouse Sq. Alexandria, VA 22314. Visit www.aavmc.org/DVM for additional information and updates or contact diversitymatters@aavmc.org.

National Math and Science Initiative: The National Math and Science Initiative encourages our students to challenge themselves in the classroom and better prepare themselves for college and life after college. “Education is a tremendously important lever for ensuring competitiveness and prosperity in the age of globalization. Recent economic studies show that high skills lead to better wages, more equitable distributions of income, and substantial gains in economic productivity.”

VASS, Virginia Advanced Study Strategies understands this and so do the educators at Varina High School. The Advanced Placement grant not only offers our students the opportunity to challenge themselves in the classroom but it motivates them to pursue higher dreams academically and succeed in achieving those dreams.

For more information please contact your child’s school counselor at 226-8709 and look below for AP exam dates and prep sessions.

AP Exam Dates and Time

AP exams test prep session: AP (Advanced Placement) Exams are just around the corner. The time to begin preparing is NOW. To assist our students in preparation for their exams there will be test prep sessions in the areas of math, science and English. Please look below for dates and locations:

Math sessions:
February 20 – Deep Run High School
March 27 – Hermitage High School
April 24 – Deep Run High School

English sessions:
March 6 – Deep Run High School

**Additional tutoring for AP English 12 will be offered 8-8:30am and 4-4:30pm on Thursdays in room E-9

Science sessions:
January 23 – Varina High School
April 17 – Hermitage High School
May 8 – TBD

GRASP on Saturdays: Parents are you unable to meet with your Mrs. Fluker, our GRASP Advisor during the week? GRASP Advisors will be available to help you complete your FAFSA and answer any other college financial aid questions on four Saturdays this winter from 11:00am-3:00pm. Location: Richmond Public Main Library, 101 East Franklin Street, Richmond VA 23219. Call 646-2551 to reserve your appointment time now!

February 20
February 27
March 6
March 13

Employment opportunity: Henrico Police Communications Officer: If you are 18 years of age and are planning to obtain your high school diploma or GED this year, this may be the employment opportunity for you! With a competitive salary, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and tuition reimbursement you could be the next communications officer. Come by the School Counseling office for more information.

Financial Aid Assistance – SUPER SATURDAY: Virginia Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (VASFAA) is hosting a FREE event for students and parents who are seeking funding for college on February 13 beginning at 10:00am at Henrico High School. One-on-one assistance in completing the federal financial aid form, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will be offered. In addition to offering assistance in completing the FAFSA on-line, two financial aid workshops will also be held focusing on the financial aid process. A $100 book scholarship will be awarded to one student who attends! Please plan to attend!

• Henrico High School
  302 Azalea Avenue
  Henrico VA
  10-2pm
  Site Coordinator: LaToya Draper (lkdraper@henrico.k12.va.us)
  Linda Woodley (lindawoodley@schev.edu)
  

SENIORS: College application deadlines are fast approaching. You must be proactive - plan early to get your application complete and ask for recommendations and transcripts ahead of time. Two week requirement for teacher and counselor recommendation! In addition don’t forget to celebrate your acceptance(s) to college. Come by the School Counseling department with your acceptance letter and get a star on the Red Carpet – Wall of Fame!

Divorce Recovery Workshop beginning September 27.  First Baptist Church is hosting the 20th annual Divorce Recovery Workshop beginning September 27th and running for eight consecutive Sunday evenings.  In addition to the eight week workshop for adults is a concurrent workshop for teens grades 7-12.  Childcare is available for younger children.  The workshop focuses on recovery from emotional issues. Anyone dealing with divorce or separation is welcome to attend. For more information please contact your school counselor or call the Divorce Recovery Ministry office of First Baptist Church at 358-5458 ext. 132 or go to www.FBCRichmond.org and click on Divorce Recovery icon. 

Small Group Counseling opportunities: Group counseling services are provided to all students who need assistance in the following areas:  Grief and Loss, Career Preparedness, Relationships, Friendship/Self Esteem and Anger Management. For more information please contact your School Counselor today!

SENIORS! Do you know what your plans are after high school?  Well it’s time to be recognized for your achievements. Come to the school counseling office once you have finalized your plans (college, military, employment) and drop your good news in our comment box located in the waiting room of the school counseling office. Within a week your name will be posted on our ‘Class of 2010…It's your time to shine’ and be sure to bring in your acceptance letter to your counselor! Congratulations!

Project Discovery:  Would you like to go to college but don’t think it’s possible? Are you the first in your family to go to college? Wonder what you will do after graduation?  Join Project Discovery a college preparatory program and attend workshops and college campus visits.  Learn life skills that will prepare you for life after high school.  Come to the school counseling department for an application today!!