TRHS Counseling Newsletter
September 3, 2026
- Senior Parent Night Presentations - Final Notice
- College Reps visiting TRHS this semester
- Community Service/Volunteer Opportunities
- NCWIT (Aspirations in Computing High School Award)
- Scholarships
- Engineering Pathways
- College Updates
Next week's College Reps coming to TRHS:
Xavier University in Ohio
Seattle University
Landmark College (for those who learn differently)
Juniors & Seniors can register for rep visits
through their Naviance account by selecting the Colleges Tab at top of page, Click College Visits, then click Register Now. Contact Mrs. Szilagyi if the deadline to sign up has passed and you wish to attend.
Roxborough Oktoberfest
September 19th
Roxborough Oktoberfest is looking for high school volunteers who can set up, run kids games, help with concessions and merchandise.
Below is the Sign up Genius along with flyer:
Sign up for Roxtoberfest to Volunteer
Have questions? Contact Chad Bergman at 303-875-2240
Need Community Service Hours?
The National Kidney Foundation is hosting a kidney walk.
Event takes place on October 4th at Clement Park.
Volunteers are needed to help direct people on the walk etc..
Coca-Cola Scholarship
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. With the addition of the 2026 class, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation will have provided more than 7,200 Coke Scholars nationwide with over $90 million in scholarships as it celebrates 40 years of impact since its founding in 1986. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.
The Michael E. McGoldrick Foundation is awarding full scholarships of $100,000 each
to outstanding Colorado and Washington students who are passionate about making the world a better place. This is the third year of our MEMScholars program, and we're looking for students with BIG dreams and the character to achieve them! Michael was passionate about education and adventure, and he would have loved to personally encourage each applicant to pursue their dreams with curiosity and passion.
Visit www.memscholars.org for complete details and the application.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR: Students who demonstrate:
- Strong character and high ethics
- Genuine concern for their environment and community
- Intellectual curiosity about the world around them
- Big ambitions to create positive change
KEY DATES:
Applications are open and Round 1 closes October 15th
Awards announced: March 2027
Questions? Contact Cassie Harrelson
720-584-5689
Revolutionary Era Figure
Grades 9–12
Select a figure from the era of the American Revolution (1773–1783).
Discuss how he or she influenced the course of the American Revolution, who he or she was and the contribution that historic character made to the founding of a new nation. Your figure must have been an actual person – one who is well-known or an
everyday man, woman, or child, who supported the American Revolution in ways large or small.
Video length, no more than 3 minutes.
DAR Chapter : Mount Rosa
Contact: Teri Hjelmstad
Phone: 303-771-1428 E-mail: teri@norsky.net
3 Schools: One Vision
CU Engineering Pathways
Thursday, September 10th
5:30 - 7:00 pm
Community College of Aurora Centre Tech
This event will include a broad overview of numerous engineering disciplines to equip you to discuss pathways with your students. Hear about examples of alumni employed in industry and projects common to certain areas of engineering!
Participants will receive information on the various pathways to CU Boulder CEAS, with a focus on our partnership programs located in Grand Junction and Gunnison, Colorado (which include degree offerings in aerospace engineering, biomedical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering).
More traditional pathways to a Boulder-based CEAS degree will also be covered, including first-year and transfer pathways.
The evening will conclude with an information fair to allow students and family members one-on-one time to talk with representatives in their specific area or campus of interest.
A Night with K-State Engineering events that feature an interactive presentation for high school and community college students interested in engineering, computer science or construction science.
October 27th at TopGolf
10601 E Easter Ave
Centennial, CO 80112
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Students are limited to bring 2 guests
Representatives will lead an interactive presentation for students and their guests on the following topics:
- Types of engineering
- Engineering careers
- Successfully transitioning to an engineering degree
- Q&A session with K-State engineering students and college leaders
Students who register and attend will receive a free K-State engineering-branded T-shirt!
The College of Engineering will award a $1,000 scholarship* to a high school senior or transfer student and a $500 scholarship* to two high school juniors in attendance.
🌻CO Mesa University - CMU serves 11,000 students from 46 states and 38 countries; Ember Eatery features Panera and Jamba; Centennial Apartments is complete and CMU is breaking ground on a new residential hall for first time students and a new parking structure schedule opening in 2027. Apply directly through: coloradomesa.edu/apply and utilize this fee waiver code: NEWMAV
🌻Gonzaga University - Application Deadlines; Nursing applicants must apply by Early Action date 11/15/26. Admission Requirements; Scholarships; Visit campus
🌻University of TX @ Austin - New major in Strategy and Stagecraft - variety of careers in government; Mechanical and Petroleum Engineering; Great Books Honors
🌻University of Advancing Technology - From Drone Club to Amazon Prime Air - Alum's story; Coding in Color
🌻Northern AZ University - Students from CO automatically qualify for the WUE tuition rate and Merit Scholarship. WUE rate is $16K. If receiving a 4yr merit tuition scholarship students must live on campus with a meal plan for their first year.
🌻Embry Riddle Aeronautical University - Experience beyond the classroom; Competitive Internships; over 100 degrees
🌻Salve University - Admissions Profile; Salve Viewbook; Discover Newport; Apply through Common App and use fee waiver code "SALVECNSLR" followed by name: Jennifer Szilagyi.
🌻University of Oklahoma - Concurrent Enrollment Info - have questions email: ce@ou.edu
🌻Willamette University - Explore Academic Programs; Willamette/Pacific Merger
🌻SCAD (Savannah College of Art & Design) - Music Production; Robotics; Vocal Performance; Visit SCAD