On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, The College Funding Coach will be hosting a FREE webinar for Quincy and North Quincy parents on how to plan and prepare for the costs of college.

Please click this link to register:

We are excited to invite all parents and guardians to our Virtual Parent Academies: Understanding the Role of the Behavioral Health Navigator, Carolina Robeiro-Sarayed-Dim and Symone Seidewand, Crisis Clinician from Aspire Health Alliance. These sessions will provide valuable information about the Behavioral Health Navigator role and how it supports our students in navigating mental health challenges.

These virtual academies will take place monthly through April. Please see the flyer below for more information including how to register

Please encourage your student to join the Student Support Google Classroom for their grade. Important and helpful information is regularly posted.

• Class of 2028 (Grade 9): g2chiz2
• Class of 2027 (Grade 10): i7gwdcg
• Class of 2026 (Grade 11): unucjbl
• Class of 2025 (Grade 12): d2iinjm

Counselors are continuing to meet with seniors in regard to their post-secondary plans. Students who are applying to any college/university must meet with their counselor prior to applying to ensure all materials are sent by the appropriate deadlines..

Transcript Release Requests (done through Naviance) are due to your counselor at least one week before your deadline.

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Have you already received an acceptance to college, and acceptance to a Union or enlisted in the military?

Please make sure to update your Naviance account with all of your acceptances to college:

- Click on the "Colleges" Tab

- Click "Colleges I'm Applying To"

- Click "Edit" and choose "Accepted" from the drop-down menu

If you have enlisted in the military or received an acceptance to a Union, please let your counselor know!

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Scholarship season has officially started at QHS! Scholarships have now been posted ON NAVIANCE where they will be available for you to download and/or link to. Directions on how to access the Scholarship List on Naviance can also be found below.

There is no limit to the number of scholarships a student may apply for, so please be sure to check the list on a regular basis (it will be very long in the coming months). Emails will be sent out on a weekly basis (as new scholarships come in) and Student Support's Senior Google Classroom will be updated to alert you of new postings as well. Best of luck!

New Scholarships Posted:

- Houghs Neck Garden Club

- Grand Lodge of MA - Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America

- Quincy Rotary Scholarship

- Quincy Medical Center Nursing Scholarship

- Thomas M. Galvin Quincy History Award

How to Access Scholarships on Naviance:

1. Log-in to Naviance account

2. Click “Colleges” tab (upper middle)

3. Find “Scholarships and Money”

4. Click “Scholarship Search” (most of these scholarships will be specifically for QHS/QPS students)

As you click on each scholarship, you will find the Eligibility Requirements and the materials that you will need to submit along with your application. A PDF version of the application is available for you to print or a link to the application is available (if required to complete online).

*If you need a transcript and/or recommendation for a specific scholarship, there is a request form in front of Ms. O'Brien's desk (Guidance Secretary) that needs to be filled out and returned to her. This form must be completed at least 2 days before deadline of the scholarship you are requesting it for.

Keep track of your deadlines! Each scholarship has a specific deadline, and late applications will not be accepted. Please also note that you will be responsible for mailing certain scholarships directly to the sponsor and post-mark dates apply.

The 2025–26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form is now available.

• Create a StudentAid.gov account (if you don’t already have one).

• Learn about the documents you may need to fill out the FAFSA form.

• Determine your dependency status and whether your parent(s) or spouse will be required to contribute information on your FAFSA form.

• If you’re a dependent student, use the Who’s My FAFSA Parent? wizard to identify which parent(s) will be a required contributor on your form.

In August 2023, Massachusetts passed a Tuition Equity Law that created a pathway allowing all students, namely undocumented students, to access state higher education benefits through the Massachusetts Application for State Financial Aid (MASFA).

These benefits include in-state tuition at Massachusetts public institutions, and eligibility for state financial aid programs at public and private higher education institutions in Massachusetts.

Click the button below for more information:

Seniors must complete 20 hours of community service to meet local graduation requirements. Please see the Community Service Approved Non-Profit Organizations google doc for upcoming opportunities.

The online registration form for dual enrollment credit with Quincy College is now available. Please see Mr. Liuzzo, Mr. Stewart, or the QHS Student Support Services Class of 2025 Google Classroom page for more information.

Any senior interested in applying to Massasoit can do so via our On-The-Spot Admissions process. Seniors who apply via OTS get to meet face to face with an admissions counselor from Massasoit and receive an admissions decision that day "On The Spot." Students are encouraged to utilize this process if they are interested in applying to Massasoit and can register to do so via the form below:

The Joint Apprentice and Training Committee requires an aptitude test for all applicants. Please see the link below for sample questions in all testing areas. The application typically opens in November for Local 103 so now would be a good time to study: https://bostonjatc.com/aptitude-test-info/

Click the button below for more details. There are 600 applications available.

Quincy High School is pleased to announce that we will be administering the SAT School Day exam at Quincy High school on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 from 8am to 12pm.

The exam is optional for all juniors and will be conducted through a standardized 2 hour and 14 minute multiple choice digital exam. The cost is $60 per student; $20 for students who qualify for free/reduced lunch.

Please note that we have a limited number of seats available so registration will be on a first come, first served basis. To register, students must do the following:

Part 1: Complete this QHS 24-25 SAT School Day Registration Form (must be completed by student)

Part 2: Submit Payment - Payment must be made in CASH and submitted to Mr. Reardon or Ms. D'Oyley in the Student Support Services office by FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7.

Students will not be considered as registered until payment is made in full, and the last day to submit payment is FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7.

Please be advised that all students taking the exam must bring their QPS issued Chromebook to the test. A specific software necessary for College Board exams has been installed on all QPS Chromebooks so if you do not have a school issued device it must be noted in your registration.

Please reach out to your counselor if you have any questions.

College Information Night for Juniors and Families will be held on Thursday, March 6th at 6:00pm to 7:30 pm. A Panel of college admissions representatives will be here to discuss the college search and application process.

The PSAT (Practice SAT) was held at QHS on Saturday, October 26th. Students who took the exam can view their scores on the College Board website by logging into their College Board account or using the BigFuture School mobile app.

Juniors must complete 30 hours of community service to meet local graduation requirements. Please see the Community Service Approved Non-Profit Organizations google doc for upcoming opportunities.

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The online registration form for dual enrollment credit with Quincy College is now available. Please see Mr. Liuzzo, Mr. Stewart, or the QHS Student Support Services Class of 2026 Google Classroom page for more information.

Sophomores must complete 30 hours of community service to meet local graduation requirements. Please see the Community Service Approved Non-Profit Organizations google doc for upcoming opportunities.

The online registration form for dual enrollment credit with Quincy College is now available. Please see Mr. Liuzzo, Mr. Stewart, or the QHS Student Support Services Class of 2027 Google Classroom page for more information.

The PSAT (Practice SAT) was held at QHS on Saturday, October 26th. Students who took the exam can view their scores on the College Board website by logging into their College Board account or using the BigFuture School mobile app.

Get involved!
QHS has a variety of clubs and sports teams. Think about getting involved!

Interact Club (Community Service Club) is currently looking for new members!

Community Service

Freshmen must complete 30 hours of community service to meet local graduation requirements. Please see the Community Service Approved Non-Profit Organizations google doc for upcoming opportunities.

Quincy Family Resource Center

• QFRC provides community-based, multicultural, support groups, parenting programs, assessment services, information and referral resources and education for families whose children range in age from birth to 18. Check out some of their programs below.

• Calendar of Events/Groups for January: https://www.quincyfamilyrc.org/calendar/

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren & Kinship Caregivers - This support group is for grandparents and kinship caregivers. GRG meets the first and third Tuesday of the month from 11:00am to 12:00pm. For more information, contact Andrea at 617-481-7227 x157 or email aroderick@baystatecs.org.

LEADS - Learning Everyday ApplieD Skills for Success engages students (ages 11-18) in learning about positive decision- making, leadership, taking responsibility, and healthy relationships. Meets weekly on Wednesdays, offering two options for times: Option 1: 3:00-4:00 PM and Option 2: 4:30-5:30 PM. This group will be conducted via Zoom video online conferencing. Registration is required. Please contact Melissa at 617-481-7227 x165 or mharrison@baystatecs.org.

Living Life Out Loud - Are you between the ages of 16 - 24 and in need of basic resources and information regarding things like employment, health insurance, housing, education and transition planning, finances, etc.? The QFRC invites you to come on in and chill!! Let’s talk about how we can help you live L.O.L.!!! FREE pizza, drinks, and snacks!! Drop-in time is every Wednesday from 4:00pm-5:00pm. Any questions contact Andrea at aroderick@baystatecs.org or 617-481-7227 x157.

Parenting Journey – Parenting is a journey in which all parents need support and guidance. Connect with other parents during guided discussions that will help develop knowledge and skills that support you as a parent and as a role model. This is an in-person group. *This group is currently full. To join the waitlist, please contact Andrea Roderick at aroderick@baystatecs.org or 617-481-7227 ext. 157 or Jackie Walorz at jwalorz@baystatecs.org or 617-481-7227 x166.

Free. Period. Products and Supplies - We are grateful to be partnering with St. John the Evangelist (Hingham, MA) on their “Free.” initiative which provides free menstruation supplies to those in need on the South Shore. The products to support this biological function are an added expense placed on many who are already experiencing financial insecurity. Compounding this issue is that these products are not covered by benefits. This gap in need and coverage imposes yet another barrier to equity in education and employment as many are forced to miss school or work. If you need these products, please reach out to the QFRC by contacting Jackie Walorz at jwalorz@baystatecs.org or 617-481-7227 ext. 166.

Time For Moms - A group where you can come together in a safe place to exchange ideas, share experiences, and information and at the time receive and offer support. This group will be offered the second and fourth Friday of each month from 11am - 12pm. For more information and to register please contact Marisol Velazquez at 617-481-7227 x149 or at mvelazquez@baystatecs.org.

Birthday in a Bag - The QFRC is offering an ongoing event to help plan your child’s birthday! We will provide you with a bag full of birthday treats, gifts, and party supplies. You will need to register 2 weeks in advance before your child’s birth date. For more information, please contact Marisol at mvelazquez@baystate.org or 617-481-7227 x149.

Laundry Love - Complimentary laundry services for families are being offered on a modified basis. Laundry supplies and preloaded laundry cards for clients are being left during the designated times asking everyone to use on the honor system. Please remember to follow proper social distancing and wear face masks- we really want everyone to be safe! (4th Monday of each month) from 4:00-6:30pm at Superwash 259 Nantasket Ave Hull, MA. The last load must go in by 5:45 PM. This is provided by St. John's Episcopal Church in Hingham, with support from the Quincy Family Resource Center. Signs are posted at each location with instructions and contact information. For more information contact Laundrylovej@outlook.com.

LGBTQ+ Youth Social Group - A group where Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning (LGBTQ+) youth can come to socialize with peers and allies. Ages 11-14. The group will be conducted in person at 1120 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA. on the first and third Thursday of each month, from 6:00-7:00pm. Registration is required. Please contact Jackie at 617.481.7227 x166 or Jwalorz@baystatecs.org.

Aspire Health Alliance

• The Community Behavioral Health Center is open at 460 Quincy Avenue, Quincy, MA