January VSH Newsletter
- ALL Seniors and Juniors who are graduating on or before May 2025, you are REQUIRED to complete the Civics Exam as part of your graduation requirements.
- Testing dates are January 27, 28, 30, 31.
- No testing on January 29th due to teacher collaboration and professional learning day.
- Please click HERE for more information from the Idaho Department of Education about the Civics exam.
- This is your LAST opportunity to take the test this year.
- In order to schedule your testing session, please contact either Mr. Peterson (peterson.ivan@westada.org) or Mr. Maxwell (maxwell.charles@westada.org) during regular school hours. They will work with you through email to set you up for testing.
- Students planning to attend college in Fall 2025 are encouraged to complete the 2025-2026 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to be considered for Financial Aid. The application can be found at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa!
- If you are planning on completing the FAFSA, do so soon! The sooner you submit the FAFSA, the sooner you will receive your financial aid statement from the college. Make sure to check the college or university financial aid deadlines. Deadlines vary! Check the college website for financial assistance deadline. For example, Boise State University has a financial aid deadline of February 15th.
- Did you know that many Colleges and Universities require students to complete the FAFSA to be considered and eligible to receive internal scholarships awarded by the college? If you want to be considered for “free” money to attend college in fall 2025, get the FAFSA completed as soon as possible!
FAFSA Informational Resources:
- We're thrilled to announce that our English Support Class has soared to new heights! Our students have achieved the HIGHEST growth rate in the entire district, as measured by the NWEA MAP Reading Test. This is an incredible accomplishment that deserves a standing ovation!
- A special shout-out goes to our phenomenal ELA Support teacher, Melissa Kamhout! Your dedication, passion, and expertise have made an extraordinary impact on our students' success. You're truly a superstar educator, Melissa!