TRHS Counseling Newsletter

Please check out the following in this week's newsletter:

COLLEGE REP VISITS at TRHS - Sign up now
AMTAP Virtual Info Session, Thursday, April 9th 11:30-12:30 MDT
BOLT - Bio Medical Engineering opportunity for students 17 years of age and younger
SCHOLARSHIPS - Horatio Alger Association Scholarship
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - High Trails Outdoor Education Center; Roxborough Intermediate (Final Notice)
SPECIAL COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS - Pharmacy & Health Sciences Camp at Drake University (Final Notice) University of Northern CO - Artists and Scholars Showcase (free event); Fort Hays State University - Health and Behavioral Science Day
COLLEGE UPDATES

4/1/2026 Augustana College in IL 1:00 pm

4/6/2026 Lawrence University in WI 1:00 pm

Please sign up through Naviance at least 24 hours prior to visit date

or email Mrs. Szilagyi

AMTAP (Advanced Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Program). This program would be a good option for graduating high school seniors, this is also a great opportunity for those looking to gain entry into a career in space manufacturing who don't have previous experience but do have related skill sets.

AMTAP offers immediate access to pay and benefits and those given full-time offers after the nine-week paid training program have immediate access to Tuition Assistance.

You Tube Video on AMTAP Apprenticeship Program

Attend a Virtual Informational Session

on Thursday, April 9th from 11:30 - 12:30 MDT

REGISTER HERE to Attend

Are you 19 years or older? Would you like to get a closer look at the exciting biomedical engineering research happening at CU Anschtuz?

Then sign up to attend Session II of BOLT-ARE hosted by the Department of Biomedical Engineering in June at CU Anschutz. Space is limited to 11 seats total

BOLT-ARE Session II for pre-baccalaureate students >18 years old: June 15 - 18, 2026

REGISTER HERE or https://ucdenverdata.formstack.com/forms/bolt_are_session_ii_2026

Horatio Alger Career & Technical Scholarship Program

CTE Scholarship Application now open

This year, 300 students will be awarded with scholarships up to $2,500 to help fund their education. Funds may be used for tuition, childcare, transportation, equipment, supplies, or other related costs. To share the opportunity with your students - click the link below to access our scholarship marketing toolkit. Here you will find numerous resources to help in your outreach.

Marketing Toolkit

To apply for a scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Have completed high school (or equivalency) by July 1
Plan to attend a not-for-profit community college or trade/vocational school
Enroll in an associate’s degree, certificate, or diploma program by September that will lead to employment
May not be enrolled in pre-requisite courses
Demonstrate financial need (applicants must show household income of $100,000 or less)
Be under the age of 35
Be a United States citizen

PRIORITY DEADLINE: JUNE 5, 2026

Applications will be accepted until all scholarships have been awarded

APPLY TODAY

High Trails Outdoor Education Center

is looking for High School Counselor Volunteers

To find out more please click this link

CO Outdoor Education Center Info

Volunteers Needed!

Roxborough Intermediate is looking for high school students entering 10th, 11th or 12th grade to volunteer this summer at Camp Invention from June 8th - 12th. Volunteers serve as camp counselors to K - 6 students attending this summer STEM Camp. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact Allison Rothwell (arothwell@dcsdk12.org).

We will be hosting the spring College of Health and Behavioral Sciences Day at Fort Hays State University, Friday, April 17, 2026. This all day free event is open to high school students who are currently juniors and seniors in the 2025-2026 school year, as well as transfer students interested in careers in the health and behavioral sciences.

Students will:

Visit all six departments in the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences (Allied Health, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Health and Human Performance, Nursing, Psychology, and Social Work).
Learn about academic, career, and other unique educational opportunities within the departments.
Tour academic facilities, including clinical and simulation labs.
Engage with faculty, staff, and students in each department.

For more information and to sign up for this exciting event, please have students go to:

https://www.fhsu.edu/admissions/events/health-and-behavioral-science-day

Once your registration has processed, a confirmation will be emailed with additional information, please watch for that in the next 24 hours.

Registration will close Monday, April 13th, or earlier if we reach our capacity.

You are invited to campus for our Student Showcase of Artists and Scholars on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at the University of Northern Colorado. This campus-wide event celebrates student research, scholarship and creative work across all academic disciplines.

This free event offers a great opportunity for students to see what academic exploration and discovery can look like at the college level. UNC students present original research, creative projects, and scholarly work through poster sessions, presentations, and performances throughout the day.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to attend a guided tour of UNC’s West Campus to see key academic, residential, and student life spaces. Space is limited and will fill quickly, so make sure to indicate your interest on the registration form.

What Your Students Will Experience:

Watch live undergraduate research presentations
Explore topics across majors such as science, education, business, humanities and the arts
Learn how students get involved in research early in their college experience

Your group can also participate in a guided campus tour highlighting UNC's West Campus, with stops at:

Campus Commons
University Center
Campus Recreation Center
Michener Library
Select Residence Halls

REGISTER for Artists and Scholars Event

College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Camp

n-Person Overnight Camp

When: Thursday-Saturday, July 9-11, 2026
Where: Drake University
Cost: $200, which includes overnight accommodations in a residence hall. Financial assistance may be available to students who qualify.

Who is Eligible: