The Flight Log

The Flight Log is our monthly Student Services newsletter that includes helpful information and resources for all EHS students. In each month's newsletter, you will find grade-level announcements, college and career preparation tips and resources, a spotlight on scholarships with upcoming deadlines, information about resources in our community for families, and more!

As always, stay Proud To Be a Jet!

• Announcements:
• Infinite Campus Parent Portal Instructions
• Driver's Ed Info
• Keep Up With Us: links to the EHS Student Services Website, Counseling Google Classrooms, and Student Services Instagram!
• Promotion Requirements
• Attendance Reminder
• Senior Announcements: Senior Fee, Ordering Cap & Gown, Save the Date(s) for Upcoming Events, Keep Up With Your Senior Class, Transcripts
• Meet Your Student Services Team:
• How to Contact and Schedule an Appointment With Your Counselor/School Social Worker
• Community Corner:
• Meal Boxes for Families
• YMCA Food/Employment Resources
• Food Resources in the Community
• College Countdown:
• Qualifying for In-State Tuition with the RDS
• NC College Connect
• College Visits
• Letters of Recommendation
• Upcoming College Events: Senior Parent College Night 9/22, CACRAO College Fair, Countdown to College Month/College Application Day
• Resources to Explore
• FAFSA Information- Opens Oct. 1st!
• Scholarship Spotlight:
• Scholarship Tips
• Scholarship Directory Links
• Next NC Scholarship
• Career Catch-Up:
• Job Opportunities
• Upcoming Career Exploration Events
• Wellness Corner:
• Blue Ridge Health Clinic Information

Setting Up Your Infinite Campus Parent Portal: Infinite Campus is our Student Information platform. Making a Parent Portal account in Infinite Campus is the best way to stay up to date with your student's grades and attendance. Follow these steps to create an account:

• Visit this link for NCSIS registration.
• Select Buncombe County Schools from the drop down menu.
• Enter your student's ID number (they may know it as their "lunch number"), their first name, last name, and date of birth.
• Follow the instructions to verify your identity.
• You should instantly receive an activation key or "school code" and link to complete your parent portal setup.
• Once your parent portal is established, use this link to sign in anytime with your username and password. You may also want to download the Campus Parent mobile app for iPhone and Android devices.

Interested in Driver's Ed? At EHS, we utilize Mountain Professional Driving School's services. Mountain Pro offers online and in person classes. To sign up, go to this website, click which type of classes you would be interested in taking, and read the instructions thoroughly. There is not currently an Enka class scheduled, but if you sign up for the mailing list you will be notified when one is added to the calendar. Must be 14 ½ to be eligible. If you have any questions, reach out to Mountain Pro at this number: 828-483-4708 (call or text) or email them at info@mtnpro.com.

Keep Up with Us!

• Student Services has been busy updating our website to make information and resources more accessible to our Jet family – check it out! And, be sure to check back regularly for up-to-date information.
• Make sure you are a part of your grade-level Counseling Google Classrooms so you don't miss out on any important announcements or opportunities!
• Freshmen Class of 2030 Counseling GC: code: p4ry6ii7

• Sophomore Class of 2029 Counseling GC - code: dcd7ttnu
• Juniors Class of 2028 Counseling GC - code: zheabdb
• Senior Class of 2027 Counseling GC - code: znfmy3n
• EHS Scholarships GC - code: fmdexff
• Another great way to keep up with us is on our EHS Student Services Instagram: @enkahighstudentservices

Promotion Requirements to move on to the next grade level are as follows:

• To promote from grade 9 to 10, students must earn 6 credits and pass English 1, as well as two credits in the areas of mathematics, social studies, or science; and three additional credits.
• To promote from grade 10 to 11, students must earn 12 credits and have passed English 1 and English II, as well as two credits in mathematics; two credits in social studies; one credit in science; and five additional credits
• To promote from grade 11 to 12, students must earn 18 credits and have passed English I, II, III, and Biology, as well as and enrollment in courses which, if successfully accomplished, will result in the completion of all required graduation requirements
• *Important to note- a student must make a 60 or above in a class to pass. Additionally, a student will only have the opportunity to complete credit recovery for a course if they make a 50 or higher in the class. This is an updated policy.

As a reminder, attendance still counts towards eligibility for athletics and certain extracurricular activities like prom, as well as exam exemptions. If you have missed over seven days and would still like to be eligible for extracurricular activities, you can go to Attendance Makeup in the Media Center after school ($5/hour, offered every Wednesday).

🎓Senior Announcements🎓

Senior Fees are $60 and can be paid online via Hudl or in person in Student Services with cash/check. Senior fees cover expenses such as: the senior party/other senior events as well as graduation items (stage, sound, decorations). Scan the QR codes below!

Enka Seniors have the option to rent or purchase their caps and gowns. Rentals are $30 and can be paid to Ms. Pitman or Ms. Farmer in Student Services. If you are borrowing a cap and gown from a friend, you will still need to pay $30 for your diploma and tassel in Student Services. If you are ordering your cap and gown, you will need to order it directly from Jostens (scan the QR code in the blue flyer below).The last date you can order materials if you are a mid-year graduate (graduating in January) is October 30th.

Save the Date!

• Senior Parent College Night on Sept. 22 at 6:00 PM in the auditorium - a one-stop-shop for answering all of your college application and financial aid questions!
• Mid-year Graduation date is TBD (likely Jan. 22)
• June Graduation is June 11th this year.

• Class of 2027 Google Classroom- join code: yadqg2w
• Senior Class Instagram: @enka_sga2027
• SportsYou: Y7TG-AYS4

Need an updated transcript sent or need a copy for yourself to apply to scholarships/programs? Stop by Student Services and speak with Ms. Farmer or reach out to your counselor!

Need to meet with your Counselor/School Social Worker?

Click on the links below each of their photos to make an appointment.

*Please make sure that the time zone on your phone and laptop is set to Eastern Standard Time!*

Interested in a meal box for your family? Our FFA club has prepared boxes with a whole, fresh chicken and non-perishable sides for your family. Please contact Ms. Pitman at 828-670-5037 to claim your food box and we will get it to you!

Resources from our YMCA:

• YMCA Mobile Market (food distribution): Click here for the September Mobile Market calendar!
• Volunteerism opportunities: This link includes all of our opportunities. They can then be searched by zip code.
• Employment opportunities: While most of our positions hire at age 18 our Youth Development centers hire at 16. Summer camp positions also hire as young as 16 as well. Click here for a list of employment opportunities.

Community Food Resources:

• NC211: Call 2-1-1 or visit nc211.org for local food pantries and emergency food resources.
• NCDHHS Food Access page: find nearby food pantries.
• MANNA Partner Network Free Food Distribution Map: use the map to find free food in Western North Carolina or call or text the MANNA Food Helpline at 828-290-9749.
• The Buncombe County Register of Deeds at 205 College St., Asheville, operates a diaper bank during regular hours with free diapers, baby wipes, and baby formula.
• The FindHelp website is a great resource to navigate additional resources beyond food security.

Need clothes, food, or other resources for your family? We can help. Please contact Ms. Pitman.

Before submitting your college applications, you MUST apply for in-state tuition today using the Residency Determination Services (RDS) form. You will need to complete this with a parent/guardian.

• The RDS is an online form students need to complete with a parent/guardian in order to qualify for in-state tuition. It is important to use a personal email address when filling out the form. After completing the form, the student will be given a Residency Number that they will need to input into their college applications.
• If you have already filled out the RDS form and you received a notification that you did not qualify for in-state tuition and you believe that you should, there is an appeal process. Click here to learn more about the RDS and RDS appeal/reconsideration processes.

Paying for college can feel daunting- don't miss out on the opportunity to save thousands by filling out the FAFSA! FAFSA stands for "Free Application for Federal Student Aid, and the 2026-2027 FAFSA form will open on October 1st. The FAFSA is the only way to find out what federal/state grants and financial aid offers you are eligible for! All college-bound students are encouraged to apply.

NC College Connect opens on Tuesday, September 15th! This year, all seniors on track to graduate this year from a North Carolina public high school will begin receiving customized letters in the mail starting mid-September. Regardless of whether they receive a physical letter, eligible students can access their NC College Connect portal to claim their spot at at least one college. Students with under a 2.8 weighted GPA will receive an invitation to their local community college, and those with a 2.8 or higher will receive additional colleges where they have met the minimum GPA for direct admissions!

Visiting a college? Great idea! College visits are an excellent way to get the feel of a school environment. Grab a college visit waiver form in the front office and have your teachers/counselor sign it so that you can get that day waived. Students can have up to 3 days waived for college visits.

If you are requesting a letter of recommendation from a teacher/counselor, please make sure that you give them plenty of notice before your letter is due as well as providing your resume and any other helpful information to them.

Upcoming College-Related Events:

• Senior Parent College Night 9/22- Student Services will be hosting our annual Senior Parent College Night on September 22nd at 6:00 pm in the auditorium. Senior Counselors and College for North Carolina representative will be there to share important information about the college application process and financial aid options and answer any questions you might have. You don't want to miss it!
• Field Trip: We will be taking a group of Juniors and Seniors to the CACRAO College Fair at UNCA on September 16th. There will be more than 100 colleges represented from all over North Carolina and surrounding states. This is an amazing opportunity to talk with admissions reps and get information about their programs and scholarships. Pick up a permission slip in Student Services. We have limited availability so save your seat now!
• October is Countdown to College Month! Next month, we will be hosting events and putting out lots of information about the college application process. Many colleges will also be waiving their application fees during College Application Week October 19h- 25th! Click here for a list of participating colleges.

Resources to Explore:

• CFNC's "Application Hub"- all the information you need to support you in the application process.
• CFNC Webinars- different informational videos about each part of the college application process
• Register for one (or all!) of the UNC System's Virtual Open House meetings to learn more about each of the 16 different public universities in the UNC system!
• CFNC's College Search Tool
• BigFuture's College Search

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the application for ALL need-based money for college. The form will go live on the Studentaid.gov website on October 1st! Completing the FAFSA is the only way that students can find out if they are eligible for grants, loans, and state/institutional funds. Most of our students here at Enka High School receive at least some money for college by completing the FAFSA. Many who are planning to attend community college such as AB Tech or Haywood Community College receive enough to pay for all expenses needed to attend, through the Next NC Scholarship (more info on this in the "Spotlight on Scholarships" section).

The FAFSA form applies for all sources of Federal and State financial aid, and also for student loans and work study. It is important to note that if your student is approved for a student loan, the FAFSA in NO WAY requires you to accept student loans or work study. Even if your student does not receive enough from the government to pay for everything, individual colleges have other sources of money that their staff will use to make the best offer of financial aid to your student that they can. It all starts with the FAFSA!

College for North Carolina has several helpful resources and webinars about the FAFSA/financial aid. They just added a step-by-step guide to this year's FAFSA. Here is the recorded webinar.

Upcoming Events:

Save the Date- BCS is holding a FAFSA Event on October 14th at the BCS Central Services office. More information to come! We will also be hosting FAFSA sessions next month where students and their parents/guardians can come in and get help with their FAFSA form. Stay tuned for more information!

Additional FAFSA Help in the Community: AB Tech takes appointments with families to help them fill out the form (you do not have to be planning on attending AB Tech to receive help). It's important to note that a parent/guardian MUST be present when filling out the form.

Other Helpful FAFSA Links/Resources:

College for North Carolina's FAFSA 101 Page

FAFSA Financial Aid Helpful Information/Videos on our Student Services website

FAFSA Walk-Through Video

Scholarship Tips:

Although "Scholarship Season" is in the Spring, there are still opportunities to explore and apply for this fall. Check out these tips and links for more info!

• Check out the websites of the schools you are applying to/interested in to see what first year scholarships you could be eligible for. Click here to view a document that links the scholarship pages of many commonly applied to colleges!
• Think about what you are already involved in in your community and any connections your family might have to local scholarships (jobs, clubs, religious/spiritual organizations, etc.)
• Look into options on different databases- national and local (some popular sites are linked below!)
• Create a Big Future account on College Board and complete simple tasks like building a college list, a resume, and a scholarship list to be entered to win scholarships!
• Check out our EHS Scholarships Google Classroom regularly for current and upcoming scholarship opportunities! Join code: fmdexff
• Reminder: no legitimate scholarship will ask you to pay to apply or to be a "member" -- don't fall for a scam!

• College for North Carolina (CFNC) Scholarship Search
• Big Future by College Board Scholarship Search
• Big Future Scholarships for Juniors
• Big Future Scholarships for Sophomores
• North Carolina Community Foundation
• Scholarship Directory put together by BCS
• Scholarships.com
• Fastweb.com

Next NC Scholarship:

• The Next NC Scholarship is a financial aid program that helps most North Carolinians from households making $80,000 or less pursue higher education. Students attending a community college will receive at least $3,000 per year. Those attending a public university in North Carolina will get a minimum of $5,000 per year. The best part? It’s money that doesn’t have to be repaid. The money awarded through the Next NC Scholarship can be used to cover expenses at any of the 58 community colleges or 16 UNC System universities across the state. That funding goes beyond tuition to include things like fees, books, food, and housing.
• Applying is simple. Just complete the FAFSA form. If you’re eligible, you’ll receive the Next NC Scholarship. There are no additional forms to fill out. Submit the FAFSA form by the priority dates to ensure you qualify for your maximum award — that’s June 1 for UNC System universities and August 15 for NC community colleges. After those dates, FAFSA forms are reviewed in the order received and funding will be awarded as available.

Are you looking for a part-time job? The Literacy Leaders Cohort is a paid internship designed for high school students (ages 15+) who want to gain valuable work experience, build leadership skills, and make a real difference in our community through education and mentorship.

• Program Overview:
• Pay: Starts at $16.50/hour
• Hours: 5.5–10 hours/week (Monday–Thursday, after-school hours)
• Program Dates: Late September through May (2026-2027 school year)
• What Interns Do:
• On-Site Tutoring: Tutor elementary and middle school students at an assigned, local after-school program (minimum 2 days/week).
• Professional Development: Attend weekly cohort workshops covering lesson planning, literacy instruction, financial literacy, team building, and college & career readiness.
• Important Dates & Details:
• Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 16
• Intern Training: September 28 – October 1 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
• Specific weekly work schedules are finalized based on intern availability and site needs.
• Application: Click here!
• Questions? See Ms. Mills, Career Development Coordinator, in room A202.

If that is not a fit for you, click here for a running list of employment opportunities in Buncombe County!

Upcoming Career Exploration Events:

• Save the date for our Career Fair, which will take place in the Media Center on October 16th! More information to come soon.

Did you know that we have a Health Clinic right here in our backyard, who accepts children and adults with and without insurance? Blue Ridge Health has a clinic directly behind Enka Middle School (390 Asbury Road). They are available for health and sports physicals, sick visits, immunizations and other clinical needs. They are open Monday through Friday 8-4pm, and appointments can be made by calling 828-233-2226