The Weekly Update #4

Required Senior Meetings

Bully Prevention

Signs of Suicide (More information to come)

Scholarships

ASVAB Testing

Start of School Success (Tier Two Intervention in Math, English and Executive Functioning)

September 24, 2026

Parent Teacher Conferences
5:00 PM | Room 119

Introduction to the College Process

Welcome, Senior Parents and Guardians!

Join us for a Senior Parent College Review as we revisit key information shared during recent Senior Meetings and take a closer look at the college application process.

During this session, we will review important topics including:

• College applications and important deadlines

• Requesting and sending transcripts

• Letters of recommendation

• College essays

• Naviance and college planning resources

• Common App

• FAFSA, and CASFA

• Important next steps for seniors and families

There will also be time for parents and guardians to ask questions and receive clarification about the college process.

Our goal is to help you feel confident, informed, and prepared to support your student as they take these exciting next steps toward life after high school.

We look forward to seeing you!

1. Create an Academic Plan
2. Earn 24 Credits
3. Perform Community Service
4. Demonstrate Competence in Reading, Writing and Communication, and Math

• Helper Helper Community Service Hours
• Community Service Opportunities
• Community Service Form
• 1st Community Service Lettering Requirements
• 2nd Community Service Lettering Requirements

Conveniently located off the senior hall, the Postgraduate Center provides a variety of resources for our students. This is the central location for college, trade school and military visits to PHS. Students have an additional area equipped with Chromebooks to work on their Naviance Tasks, search for postgraduate opportunities and fill out college applications. Students can also seek advice in searching for scholarships or to practice interview skills. Drop in at any time!

🎓 Scholarship Opportunities

📅 September Deadlines

$2,999 — The Future is Now Scholarship
🏆 1 Award
📅 Deadline: September 28, 2026
Apply / View Eligibility

$50,000 — ScholarshipOwl No Essay Scholarship
🏆 50 Awards
📅 Deadline: September 29, 2026
Apply / View Eligibility

$2,000 — Sallie Mae Scholarship
🏆 12 Awards
📅 Deadline: September 30, 2026
Apply / View Eligibility

$25,000 — Be Bold Scholarship
🏆 1 Award
📅 Deadline: September 30, 2026
Apply / View Eligibility

$10,000 — Scholarships360 Scholarship
🏆 1 Award
📅 Deadline: September 30, 2026
Apply / View Eligibility

📅 October Deadlines

$5,000 — ConnectHER Film Festival Scholarship Awards
🏆 12 Awards
📅 Deadline: October 1, 2026
Apply / View Eligibility

$2,500 — Byte into STEM Scholarship
🏆 3 Awards
📅 Deadline: October 7, 2026
Apply / View Eligibility

$40,000 — Niche Scholarship
🏆 1 Award
📅 Deadline: October 15, 2026
Apply / View Eligibility

$2,500 — Red Egg Marketing Scholarship
🏆 1 Award
📅 Deadline: October 31, 2026
Apply / View Eligibility

📅 November–December Deadlines

$500 — Odenza Marketing Group Scholarship
🏆 1 Award
📅 Deadline: November 15, 2026
Apply / View Eligibility

$1,000 — Perseverance Scholarship
🏆 1 Award
📅 Deadline: December 31, 2026
Apply / View Eligibility

⭐ Quick Tips for Students

• Apply early! Don't wait until the deadline.

• Keep a copy of your resume, activities, community service, and awards handy.

• Reuse and personalize essays when allowed.

• Check each scholarship's eligibility requirements before applying.

• Keep a calendar or spreadsheet of deadlines and application status.

• Apply for multiple scholarships—small awards can add up!

Scholarship information and deadlines are based on the provided scholarship list and should be verified on the application page before submitting.

Your student has access to college visits at PHS. Students can log into Naviance and SIGN UP TODAY! So many schools to choose from!

Becoming a Student-Athlete

Each year, nearly 8 million high school students play sports. Only a small percentage will compete in college athletics. Whether you’re just beginning to explore the student-athlete experience in sixth grade or already being recruited, preparation matters. Learn where you fit, explore opportunities across college sports, including emerging sports and adaptive sport pathways, and discover resources to help guide your journey.

https://www.commonapp.org/

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Denver National College Fair

Time: 1 pm - 4 pm

Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026

Location:

Colorado Convention Center

Sponsor:

National Association for College Admission Counseling

Admission: Free and open to students and families

STUDENT REGISTRATION

When your student is present, it helps our school receive important funding that benefits all of our kids. Your family’s support on this day is a small action that has a big impact for our whole community!

Please make sure your student is present and engaged on October 1st and maintains good attendance during the two-week window around this date.

How you can help support our schools:

• Make Attendance a Priority: Please make every effort to ensure your student is present and engaged in their learning on Thursday, October 1st.
• Keep the Momentum: Consistent attendance throughout the entire two-week window surrounding Count Day is strongly encouraged to ensure accurate state reporting.
• If your child is absent, let our attendance office know so we can report it correctly.

We appreciate your collaboration in this effort!

Useful Resources:

- CANVAS Become an Observer: Parent Communication see when your student’s assignments are due; you’ll be able to see what your student is currently working on before they become missing assignments.

- Infinite Campus - Douglas County School District

Log into Infinite Campus to view your student’s schedule, grades (including if there’s any assignments marked as ‘missing’), attendance and unofficial transcripts.

- Support your student in checking their email regularly (twice a week). Their inboxes get inundated.

- If your student is having technical issues, please tell them to talk to their Homeroom teacher or go to the Library (they may direct students to our Technology Specialist, John Bosco).

- Link to Technical Support for parents & families