Reminder: Advanced & AP Summer Work

REMINDER:  If your child has signed up for one of our advanced or AP classes that has a summer assignment. Summer work for advanced and AP classes is due next week when students return to school.  Assignments are listed on the Millville Public Schools web site at www.millville.org and can be found under the tab for "students".  Enjoy the rest of your summer and we look forward to seeing students next week.

Upcoming Event: Freshman Boot Camp

On Tuesday, August 22th, 2017, we will be hosting Freshman Boot Camp at Memorial High School.  During this time incoming Freshman will get advice on organizational skills, goal setting, and learn more about what to expect as they transition into high school.  The program will last approximately 1 hour, is completely optional and there is no obligation to attend.  If you are interested in attending, please call 327-6083 for an appointment time.  

Upcoming Event: College Admissions & Financial Aid Night

We are hosting our annual College Admissions and Financial Aid  Night on Monday, October 3^rd at 6:45pm in the MSHS Auditorium.  Counselors will be there along with a guest speaker to discuss the various steps of the College Admission Process.  This year we have invited a guest speaker to explain Financial Aid because the FAFSA is now available at the beginning of October.  It is important for families to attend so that they can gain a better understanding of the College Admissions procedure and hear about the changes in the FAFSA and the  financial aid process. If you have any questions, please call 327-6056.

College Bound Students: Sign-Up to Take the PSAT

The PSAT is being given at Millville High School on Saturday, October 15^th. The fee to take the test is $20 and students need to sign up in the Guidance Office by Tuesday, October 11^th in order to take the test.  The PSAT is a very important test for students who plan to go directly to a 4 year college after graduation because it is the official practice test for the SAT and is given only once a year each October.  Interested students should bring in the money, cash only, to Guidance and register before the deadline of October 11^th.  If you have questions, please call 327-6056 at MSHS and 327 – 6083 at Memorial.

Freshman Boot Camp

The Millville High School Guidance Department is hosting their annual Freshmen Boot camp at Memorial High School on Wednesday, August, 10^th.  Students will have the opportunity to meet the Guidance Staff as well as learn about such things as how grades are calculated at the high school level, credit structures, required classes, goal setting, and much more.  Please call 327-6083 to register.

College Jump Start Program

The Millville High School Guidance Department is hosting their annual College Jump Start Program at Millville Senior High School  on Tuesday morning, August, 2^nd at 10:00 am.  The Jump Start workshop is designed to assist our seniors in planning for life after high school and we will explore various options such as four year colleges, two year colleges, and technical/trade schools. Seniors are invited to come in and begin working on applications, essays, research, scholarships, and letters of recommendation.  Guidance counselors will be available to help students and answer questions. This will be an interactive workshop and students will leave focused and ready to start the leg work for future plans. Please call 327 – 6056 to register.  

Outstanding Counselor Award

This morning, Cumberland County College hosted their Annual High School Counselors’ Breakfast.  This informational event updates counselors county-wide to the exciting new opportunities and changes happening on CCC’s campus.  Today, the program was concluded by recognizing a school counselor for their outstanding service to students in their transition to Cumberland County College.  This year, the counselor recognized was our own David Vorndran for his dedication and service to our students in Millville!  Congratulations Mr. Vorndran!!!   

Save the Date: Annual Scheduling Fair on January 7th, 2016

The Millville High School Guidance Department will be hosting our annual Scheduling Fair the week we return from our Winter Break on the evening of Thursday, January 7^th at 6:45 pm. The fair will be located at Millville Senior High School on Wade Boulevard and is open to any parent/guardian and student who will be in high school during the 2016-2017 school year. This is a great opportunity for parents and students to find out more about the classes offered at Millville High School and talk with teachers from both Memorial and MSHS.  For instance, did you know that Millville students can earn college credit in over 25 different classes while in high school? Teachers will have tables set up with information about classes and parents will be able to walk around and talk to them about specific subjects. Attendees will also be able to talk with Guidance Counselors and Administrators. All students who will be in high school next year and their families are invited to arrive at the Millville Senior High School on Wade Boulevard at 6:45 pm on January 7^th so we encourage you to mark your calendar now and save the date so that you do not miss this great opportunity.

Upcoming Events: Free Financial Aid Workshop at MSHS

The Millville High School Guidance Department will be hosting a free financial aid workshop on Tuesday, January 5^th, 2016 at 7:00 pm in the Millville Senior High School blue cafeteria.  This workshop will help students and their parents with the financial aid process and the FAFSA, which must be completed to receive any financial aid.  A guest speaker will be on hand to help parents and students navigate the financial aid process. FAFSA forms and additional information will be distributed. For seniors and their parents, this event is highly recommended.  Underclassmen will learn what they should be doing now to prepare for the future.  Seniors will learn what they must do NOW in order to be eligible for financial aid. Please mark your calendars and save the date of January 5^th at 7:00 pm to attend our free Financial Aid night at Millville Senior High School. If you have any questions, please call 327-6056.

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