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ATTENTION SENIORS!
Make sure you have completed the following:
ATTENTION SENIORS!
Make sure you have completed the following:
- Verify name and spelling for diploma (Counseling)
- Apply for Scholarships (several have March & April Deadlines)
- Order Cap & Gown through www.sdgradshop.com
- Click here for Summer Opportunities
SFSD Summer School 2019 Registration Open
Starts June 3, 2019
Classes will be held Monday through Thursday at CTE Academy. Online, Speech, Team Sports, & Work For Credit classes are available.
Click on the link for more information:Summer School Registration
Juniors - College Fair Registration - Wednesday, April 10
Use this link to register for the College Fair at WHS after Smarter Balanced testing. Over 60 colleges, tech schools, and branches of the military will be represented. To pre-register, go to: https://register.gotocollegefairs.com
Service Academy Day
Saturday, April 13 - Prairie West Branch Public Library
7630 West 26th Street - 1pm-3pm
This event is sponsored by US Senator Mike Rounds and will feature representatives from service academies who will provide information and answer questions about attending these institutions. Staff will be on hand to provide additional information regarding the application process for a nomination. This session is open to any high school student and their parents. Other inquiries please contact Tyler Tordsen at 336-0486 or at academy_nominations@rounds.senate.gov.
2019 South Dakota Wildlife Federation Youth Conservation Camp
Application Deadline April 15
Apply for a scholarship to attend the 2019 South Dakota Wildlife Federation Youth Conservation Camp June 2 – June 8, at the Bob Marshall camp in the Black Hills of South Dakota near Custer. The first camp was held in 1964 and every year since and the camp has a capacity of 120 delates from across the state. This camp is considered the “Boys” or “Girls” State of Conservation and it aims are to acquaint these your adolescents with principles of conservation with the hope they will become our future conservations leaders. The application is available in the counseling office.
Sanford Promise 2019 Science Discovery Day
Saturday, April 16
High school sophomores and juniors will gain exposure to regional science and biomedical research careers. Attendees will directly interact with practicing research professionals and regional post-secondary training programs at workshop sessions and exhibit booths.
Registration Info:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2019SpringSDD
Call: 605-312-6590
email: sanfordoutreach@sanfordhealth.org
South Dakota Air National Guard (114th Fighter Wing, Sioux Falls) Career Day
Wednesday, April 24th (8:00 am – 11:30 am)
Students and parents can see, in person, what makes the Air National Guard your BEST military option. Day includes a breakfast, tour, and F-16 launch.
Where: Air National Guard military base, 1201 W Algonquin St, Sioux Falls, SD
RSVP: Text 605.359.2669 OR call 605.988.5718 by April 17th (spots fill up quick)
Sioux Falls RISING Leaders
Saturday, April 27 - 8:00am-12:30pm at the Sanford House
A half day leadership summit for Sioux Falls area high schoolers. 40 students will be selected. Open to current high school sophomores and juniors. To apply, go to www.siouxfallsrisingleaders.com. Click here for more information.
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.
Financial Aid Night Presentation
Click Here to access the presentation for Financial Aid presented on September 25.
Southeast Tech Exploration Camps
A series of career oriented camps are available to high school students throughout the 2018-19 school year.
Click here to access the Early Childhood Camp
Click here to access the Garage Camp
Click here to access the Green Camp
Click here to access the IT Camp
Click here to access the Scrubs Camp
Starts June 3, 2019
Classes will be held Monday through Thursday at CTE Academy. Online, Speech, Team Sports, & Work For Credit classes are available.
Click on the link for more information:Summer School Registration
Juniors - College Fair Registration - Wednesday, April 10
Use this link to register for the College Fair at WHS after Smarter Balanced testing. Over 60 colleges, tech schools, and branches of the military will be represented. To pre-register, go to: https://register.gotocollegefairs.com
Service Academy Day
Saturday, April 13 - Prairie West Branch Public Library
7630 West 26th Street - 1pm-3pm
This event is sponsored by US Senator Mike Rounds and will feature representatives from service academies who will provide information and answer questions about attending these institutions. Staff will be on hand to provide additional information regarding the application process for a nomination. This session is open to any high school student and their parents. Other inquiries please contact Tyler Tordsen at 336-0486 or at academy_nominations@rounds.senate.gov.
2019 South Dakota Wildlife Federation Youth Conservation Camp
Application Deadline April 15
Apply for a scholarship to attend the 2019 South Dakota Wildlife Federation Youth Conservation Camp June 2 – June 8, at the Bob Marshall camp in the Black Hills of South Dakota near Custer. The first camp was held in 1964 and every year since and the camp has a capacity of 120 delates from across the state. This camp is considered the “Boys” or “Girls” State of Conservation and it aims are to acquaint these your adolescents with principles of conservation with the hope they will become our future conservations leaders. The application is available in the counseling office.
Sanford Promise 2019 Science Discovery Day
Saturday, April 16
High school sophomores and juniors will gain exposure to regional science and biomedical research careers. Attendees will directly interact with practicing research professionals and regional post-secondary training programs at workshop sessions and exhibit booths.
Registration Info:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2019SpringSDD
Call: 605-312-6590
email: sanfordoutreach@sanfordhealth.org
South Dakota Air National Guard (114th Fighter Wing, Sioux Falls) Career Day
Wednesday, April 24th (8:00 am – 11:30 am)
Students and parents can see, in person, what makes the Air National Guard your BEST military option. Day includes a breakfast, tour, and F-16 launch.
Where: Air National Guard military base, 1201 W Algonquin St, Sioux Falls, SD
RSVP: Text 605.359.2669 OR call 605.988.5718 by April 17th (spots fill up quick)
Sioux Falls RISING Leaders
Saturday, April 27 - 8:00am-12:30pm at the Sanford House
A half day leadership summit for Sioux Falls area high schoolers. 40 students will be selected. Open to current high school sophomores and juniors. To apply, go to www.siouxfallsrisingleaders.com. Click here for more information.
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.
Financial Aid Night Presentation
Click Here to access the presentation for Financial Aid presented on September 25.
Southeast Tech Exploration Camps
A series of career oriented camps are available to high school students throughout the 2018-19 school year.
Click here to access the Early Childhood Camp
Click here to access the Garage Camp
Click here to access the Green Camp
Click here to access the IT Camp
Click here to access the Scrubs Camp
Upcoming College 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)
Northern State University
Tuesday, March 19
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South Dakota State University
Wednesday, March 20
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Mount Marty College
Thursday, March 21
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Army National Guard
Monday, April 8
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Please click on these links for more information:
Student Login for Infinite Campus
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High School Registration Coursebook
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SD MyLife - Career & College Planning
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NCAA Eligibility Requirements
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