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2020 Financial Aid Information
Attention Seniors/Parents: Financial Aid Night was held on September 23 and detailed the steps that parents and students can take to begin the financial aid process. FAFSA, scholarships and other aid was discussed. To view the outline of the presentation, click here.
ACT Prep Class Open For Registration
Registration Deadline: October 30
This 12-hour course will help students to become familiar and feel prepared for taking the ACT test. A full-length practice test will be given followed by specific instruction on the four content areas (English, math, science and reading) and will cover test-taking strategies. Students will also receive an official ACT Prep Guide to continue their study.
Session 1 Pretest Sunday, Nov 3 – 1:30-6:00 pm
Session 2 English/Math Tuesday, Nov 12 – 6:00-8:00 pm
Session 3 Reading/Science Tuesday, Nov 19 – 6:00-8:00 pm
**No Class Nov 26 Thanksgiving Break**
Session 4 English/Math Tuesday, Dec 3 – 6:00-8:00 pm
Session 5 Reading/Science Tuesday, Dec 10 – 6:00-8:00 pm
PSAT Test - National Merit Qualifying Test - Wed, Oct 16
How do you become a National Merit Scholar?
The first and most important step to becoming a National Merit Scholar is by taking the PSAT during October of your Junior year. Sophomores may also take the PSAT to practice for the Junior year test. The PSAT test will be given on October 16th at Washington. Cost is $20-Register early in the counseling department. Registration Deadline is Friday, Oct 11.
ASVAB Test - Wed, Oct 30
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery is the most widely used multiple-aptitude test battery in the world. As an aptitude test, the ASVAB measures strengths, areas of opportunity, and potential for future success, whether you choose to go to a four-year college/university, two-year technical college, or a military career.
The test will be given on October 30th, 2019 at Washington. Cost is free-Register early in the counseling department.
2020 Financial Aid Information
Attention Seniors/Parents: Financial Aid Night was held on September 23 and detailed the steps that parents and students can take to begin the financial aid process. FAFSA, scholarships and other aid was discussed. To view the outline of the presentation, click here.
ACT Prep Class Open For Registration
Registration Deadline: October 30
This 12-hour course will help students to become familiar and feel prepared for taking the ACT test. A full-length practice test will be given followed by specific instruction on the four content areas (English, math, science and reading) and will cover test-taking strategies. Students will also receive an official ACT Prep Guide to continue their study.
- The course cost is $100 and includes 5 sessions and a prep guide.
- Test registration is not included. Students must register for the exam by visiting actstudent.org
- This course may be cancelled due to low enrollment.
- Refunds will not be given once enrolled.
- Meet in room A139 and A159.
Session 1 Pretest Sunday, Nov 3 – 1:30-6:00 pm
Session 2 English/Math Tuesday, Nov 12 – 6:00-8:00 pm
Session 3 Reading/Science Tuesday, Nov 19 – 6:00-8:00 pm
**No Class Nov 26 Thanksgiving Break**
Session 4 English/Math Tuesday, Dec 3 – 6:00-8:00 pm
Session 5 Reading/Science Tuesday, Dec 10 – 6:00-8:00 pm
PSAT Test - National Merit Qualifying Test - Wed, Oct 16
How do you become a National Merit Scholar?
The first and most important step to becoming a National Merit Scholar is by taking the PSAT during October of your Junior year. Sophomores may also take the PSAT to practice for the Junior year test. The PSAT test will be given on October 16th at Washington. Cost is $20-Register early in the counseling department. Registration Deadline is Friday, Oct 11.
ASVAB Test - Wed, Oct 30
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery is the most widely used multiple-aptitude test battery in the world. As an aptitude test, the ASVAB measures strengths, areas of opportunity, and potential for future success, whether you choose to go to a four-year college/university, two-year technical college, or a military career.
The test will be given on October 30th, 2019 at Washington. Cost is free-Register early in the counseling department.
2020 South Dakota Legislative Page Program
Applications are now open for Juniors and Seniors that are interested in being a Legislative Page for the 2020 South Dakota Legislature Session. This is a unique opportunity for students to witness state government in action. 5 two-week terms are available. Applications are available in the Counseling office and a priority deadline of Monday, October 14. Please return applications to Counseling.
Job Shadow Opportunities
"Walk In Wednesdays"
Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors are eligible for unique Job Shadow opportunities. Suzanne Pastrano from the SD Dept of Labor will be in the Counseling Office every Wednesday during 4th and 5th periods to meet with students and discuss options for future career exploration.
Sophomore Career Day AD Room Videos
Click Here For the 1st Video
Click Here for the 2nd Video
Click Here for the 3rd Video
Applications are now open for Juniors and Seniors that are interested in being a Legislative Page for the 2020 South Dakota Legislature Session. This is a unique opportunity for students to witness state government in action. 5 two-week terms are available. Applications are available in the Counseling office and a priority deadline of Monday, October 14. Please return applications to Counseling.
Job Shadow Opportunities
"Walk In Wednesdays"
Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors are eligible for unique Job Shadow opportunities. Suzanne Pastrano from the SD Dept of Labor will be in the Counseling Office every Wednesday during 4th and 5th periods to meet with students and discuss options for future career exploration.
Sophomore Career Day AD Room Videos
Click Here For the 1st Video
Click Here for the 2nd Video
Click Here for the 3rd Video
Upcoming Visits @ WHS
Stop by the commons during your study/lunch to visit about post-high school opportunities. Click on the logo to access admission information. (Updated Monthly)
Stop by the commons during your study/lunch to visit about post-high school opportunities. Click on the logo to access admission information. (Updated Monthly)
US Army
Wed, October 2
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Southeast Tech
Friday, October 4
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Northwestern College
Wednesday, Oct 9
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University of Nebraska
Tuesday, October 22
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Lake Area Tech
Wed, October 23
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St. Olaf College
Friday, October 31
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