Counselor's Corner Newsletter
September 2026
Hello!
My name is Katelynn Caniglia, and I am excited to be joining Wisner-Pilger High School as the school counselor this year! I look forward to working with you and your student throughout the school year and supporting them in the areas of academics, social-emotional well-being, and college and career planning.
Please feel free to reach out at any time if you have questions or if there is anything I can do to support your student. I look forward to a great school year!
Ms. Katelynn Caniglia
7-12 School Counselor
Seniors, now is a great time to...
1. Start applying to your top college choices. Visit each college's website to begin the application process.
2. Start exploring and applying for scholarships. Check out the Wisner-Pilger scholarship list for more information on scholarship opportunities. Explore scholarship opportunities on college websites and make note of important scholarship due dates.
3. Attend College Planning Night on Wednesday, September 30th at 6:00 p.m.
4. Prepare for college by reviewing EducationQuest's College Prep booklet, which breaks down the college-going process step by step. Click the booklet to the right to open and read online.
Juniors, now is a great time to...
1. Get involved in extracurricular activities to increase your chances for scholarships and college admissions.
2. Check out the EducationQuest's College Prep booklet (click the picture above) to learn more about the college-going process.
3. Learn more about careers that match your skills and interests.
4. Start researching colleges that offer programs in your areas of interest.
Education Quest Webinars
Throughout the year, EducationQuest will host webinars on several topics of related to college-readiness including financial aid, college planning, and the FAFSA. Click the button below to view and/or sign up for upcoming events.
Scholarships
Scholarships for seniors are starting to open up! Students should be starting to search and apply for scholarships! Scholarship information for Wisner-Pilger students can be found in their school email and on Canvas. This list is updated frequently, so check back as more scholarships are added.
Check out these other scholarship databases to help in your search:
Upcoming Events in September and October
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The junior class will be traveling to Central Community College. Students will have the opportunity to learn about programs, campus resources, and the college experience while exploring Central Community College. Lunch is provided.
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Need help with the FAFSA? Northeast Community College (NECC) will be available during Parent-Teacher Conferences to assist families. This is an open-house style event, so stop in anytime! If possible, bring a copy of your tax return. Can't make it? You can schedule an in-person or Zoom appointment with NECC for additional assistance. https://calendly.com/neccfinaid