Guidance Information

1. Students planning to take an AP subject test must sign up with Mr. Chick by Wednesday, 23rd. No alternative date tests will be offered. No tests can be ordered after the 23rd.

2. Seniors planning to major in education may request nomination for a $500 scholarship offered by the local Delta Kappa Gamma Society. See Mr. Chick by March 23.

3. Students interested in an outdoor career such as Forestry, Recreation, the Environment, and Natural Resources, may apply for a free Exploring Careers Outdoors Camp (ECO) with Mr. Chick by March 25th. Students must supply their own transportation.

PSSA

Greater Johnstown High School will begin its Pennsylvania System of School Assessment during the month of April. Eleventh (11th) graders will be assessed in Reading, Math, Writing and Science.

The assessment windows are as follows:
Reading and Math: April 7th to April 16th, 2010
Writing: April 19th to 23rd, 2010
Science: April 26th to 30th, 2010

Attendance and completion of all PSSA tests is considered a very important component of your child’s education. If for any reason you feel that your child will not be able to complete all testing, (ex. Vacation) please contact Mr. Mulvehill at 814.533.5601 ext. 4001

The Greater Johnstown School District has established a policy requiring students to demonstrate proficiency in reading and math in order to graduate from the high school. It is imperative that your son/daughter give their very best effort on this assessment. Their success on this 11th grade assessment will greatly help them in their senior year as they begin to take college placement and employment tests.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please call us at 533-5601, ext. 4001.

Senior Reminder:

During the senior year, students must pass all courses taken with a final percentage of not less than 60%. Students scoring less than 60% on any course during their senior will not be eligible for participation in the commencement ceremony unless a waiver is granted by the Principal or Superintendent of Schools.

Scholarship Information

1. The Johnstown Housing Authority is offering the Harie/Foxco Michael Stefan Memorial Scholarship for residents of Public Housingor if you are in the Housing Choice Voucher Program . Deadline is May 3. Applications are in the Guidance Office.

2. The PA Association of Medical Suppliers offers a scholarship for students who have physical disabilities or who require home medical equipment. Deadline is April 23rd. Applications are in the Guidance Office.

3. The Local Salvation Army offers a competitive scholarship to seniors who demonstrate financial need. Weight is given to students who have demonstrated community service to or through the Salvation Army. Deadline is April 2nd. Applications are in the Guidance Office.

4. The Student View Scholarship Program is available to seniors by completing a survey and application online. Go to www.student-view.com. Deadline to apply is April 22nd.

5. Any student who is a current member of a volunteer fire or EMS association is eligible to apply for the Red Knights International Firefighters Motorcycle Club Scholarship. Applications are available in the guidance office or at www.redknightsmcpa22.com. Deadline is March 27, 2010.

GJCTC Student of the Month

Congratulations to Jodi Tittle for being named GJCTC Student of the Month for February 2010 in her program area of Biotechnology.


Great work Jodi!

Scholarship Opportunity

The Trojan College Access Center is now accepting applications for the Jacob Fend Scholarship ($4,000). Seniors should pick up the application in the Trojan College Access Center (room A220) between 7:50 am and 2:35pm Monday through Friday. The deadline to return the application is February 26, 2009.

Scholarship Opportunities in the Guidance Office

1. National Federation of the Blind $1000 Scholarship deadline is March 31, 2010 or go to www.nfbp.org/students.
2. Reminder that the Body By Milk Scholarship deadline is March 5, 2010. Students must complete an application online atbodybymilk.com. Students as well as coaches, parents, relatives and teachers may nominate students.
3. The Kohl’s Kids Who Care Scholarship are taking nominations February 1-March 15, 2010. Visit www.kohlskids.com for official rules and to nominate a young volunteer.