Staley Counseling Newsletter
From the Student Support Office
Falcon Honor Roll List
Congratulations to our 25-26 Semester 1 Falcon Honor Roll Recipients. Great work, we are proud of you!
Students with a 3.2 grade point average, A’s, B’s, and no more than one C are eligible. A minimum of 2.5 credits must be earned per semester.
Principal's Honor Roll List
Congratulations to our 25-26 Semester 1 Principal's Honor Roll Recipients. Great work, we are proud of you!
Students with a 4.0 grade point average, no grades below A-, are eligible. A minimum of 2.5 credits must be earned per semester.
Links to sign up for Summer School will open on March 16.
More information will be provided via Staley's weekly Parent Newsletter that is sent out on Friday afternoons and also posted on Staley's website.
Sophomores and Juniors can apply to attend. Deadline to apply is March 14.
Early College Academy information and application.
Academic preparation and subject matter toward mastery are the primary objectives at Staley High School. The Academic Letter acknowledges and honors students who commit to community service, accept personal ownership for their educational plan, and who maintain high academic achievement. The Academic Letter will act as a symbol for outstanding educational improvement, commitment, and development for those distinguished students. It is meant to encourage and reward students who work hard and give their best effort in our school and to our community.
ACADEMIC LETTERING QUALIFICATIONS
Each candidate:
-Must be a sophomore, junior or senior.
-Must have at LEAST a 3.5 Academic GPA average for the two qualifying semesters; with no grade lower than a B (January 2025-December 2025).
-Must attend Staley High School for one full semester to be considered for an Academic Letter if they transfer from another school.
-Must be a full-time student.
-Must complete a minimum of 10 hours of community service for each application period (January 2025-March 2026). All community service must be recorded in PowerSchool to be counted. Turn in community service forms by Friday, March 27, 2026, to Mrs. Toney or Mrs. Bukucs in the counseling office so they can be recorded in PowerSchool.
-Must have a minimum of 95 percent or better overall attendance
Candidates will be considered based on Service, Ownership, Achievement, and Respect. Staley High School is committed to academic excellence and understands that learning is increased with consistent attendance. Students are also expected to actively participate in community service, as well as demonstrate good citizenship daily. Any student that has served a suspension for either of the two qualifying semesters will not be eligible for the letter. Students who violate Missouri State High School Activities Association rules pertaining to alcohol/drugs, tobacco, vandalism, violation of the criminal code, hazing, racial/religious/sexual harassment, or violence, will not be eligible for an award.
Applications must be received by March 31, 2026.
PRESENTATION OF THE AWARD
-Successful candidates will be notified by the end of April that they will receive an Academic Letter
-First-year honorees will receive a chenille letter (if they have not already received one in another activity/sport), a Lamp of Knowledge pin, and a gold bar.
-The second year these qualifications are met, students will receive a gold bar. The third-year honorees will also receive a gold bar.
-Successful senior candidates may pick their Academic Letter on May 1, 2026
-Underclassmen will receive their Academic Letter by the end of the school year (week of May 18th)
*Please make sure the e-mail addresses entered in the electronic form are correct. Communications regarding approval/denial information and how underclassmen can pick up their Academic Letter will be sent to these e-mail addresses.
*The application must be received by the deadline and students must meet all the Academic Lettering qualifications in order to be eligible.
Please click this link to access the Staley Academic Letter Application: Staley Academic Letter 2025-2026 Application – Fill out form
Any questions about the Academic Letter or the Academic Lettering process can be directed to Mrs. Carol Toney at 816-321-6302 or carol.toney@nkcschools.org
Thanks,
Carol Toney
AP Research Instructor
National Honor Society Advisor
AP Capstone/Gold Medallion Coordinator
Gifted Resource Specialist
Staley High School
816-321-6302
This summer we are offering FBI Teen Academy, July 29-31, at our Kansas City office for current 10th and 11th grade students (graduation years 2027 and 2028). During Teen Academy, students will meet FBI agents and professional staff and get a behind the scenes look at the FBI through demonstrations, case examples, classroom discussions, and simulations. Students will learn about the SWAT team, evidence collection, crisis negotiation, intelligence analysis, and more.
Teen Academy is a competitive opportunity, and a limited number of students will be selected. The selection process is holistic, and includes an essay, extracurricular activities, and GPA. We encourage any interested student to apply. The application is available on our website at https://www.fbi.gov/file-repository/outreach-applications/2026-kansas-city-teen-academy-application.pdf/view. The application period closes April 3rd and students will be notified as to whether they were selected by April 17th .
See flyer below.
Thank you!
Jessica Brest
DOJ - FBI Kansas City Division
Public Affairs Specialist
O:771-231-3487 | C: 816-853-0405
Savannah College of Art & Design (S.C.A.D.) has awesome summer programs for the 9th-11th graders at our campuses in Atlanta and Savannah, Georgia!
All the details are here: https://www.scad.edu/academics/pre-college-programs
Julie Heide, MA Ed.
Assistant Director of Admission
Savannah College of Art and Design ®
mobile: 912.465.4472
jheide@scad.edu / www.scad.edu
Schedule a virtual appointment with me here:
High School Mini-Med School at the University of Missouri Columbia is returning this June for two sessions. Session 1 runs from June 7-11, and Session 2 is from June 14-18.
This overnight camp is for current Missouri high school juniors (rising seniors) who are interested in a career in medicine. Students will attend lectures and will participate in the same Patient Based Learning (PBL) curriculum that Mizzou medical students do. We will have lots of hands-on clinical experiences, time our simulation and anatomy centers and social events in the evenings. This is a great experience for anyone who is considering medical school after college.
The cost for this camp is $650, which includes all the camp fees, lodging, camp deposit of $50 and meals. There are some scholarships available, and the application is free to complete.
The application is now open and is due March 13 along with a transcript and a letter of recommendation from a past or current science teacher. For more information about the camp and the application visit: https://medicine.missouri.edu/offices-programs/education/pre-med-outreach-programs/mini-medical-school
Thank you,
Matt Ridge
Program/Project Coordinator
University of Missouri | School of Medicine
PCCLC-LC211
573-882-5647 | mrrcbg@health.missouri.edu
The University of Missouri School of Medicine invites current freshmen and sophomores to apply for the Mizzou Medical Explorations Program. This two‑week online workshop includes a one‑day in‑person visit to the University of Missouri–Columbia campus. Students will have the opportunity to engage, explore, and experience careers in healthcare. The program is designed to support self‑awareness, career development, and connection with peers, students, staff, and faculty.
We encourage your students to apply online using the application link below. Creating an account, starting an application, completing each tab, and submitting materials can all be done online.
Apply Here: Medical Explorations - University of Missouri School of Medicine
Medical Explorations 2026 Program Details
Online program: June 1–12, 2026
In‑person program: June 12, 2026
Location: 745 Kentucky Blvd | Columbia, MO 65212
Fee: $75 - Financial assistance is available
Registration is now open, and participation is limited to 40 students. Early application is encouraged.
For questions, email MizzouMedPrep@health.missouri.edu.
The printable version of the Senior Calendar is attached below for your convenience.
NOTE: The Required Senior Meeting that was scheduled for March 19 has been moved to March 25.
Missouri Scholarship & Loan Foundation
Dear students and families,
The Missouri Scholarship & Loan Foundation offers free, virtual financial literacy sessions. It’s easy to register and attend from your computer or phone. Upcoming spring sessions are focused on two important topics – gap funding and student loan repayment. To learn more about these topics, register at the links below:
- Paying for College: Financial Aid Offers & Gap Funding Options – Join us for a virtual session covering key financial aid concepts, how to compare offers from different schools, and practical ways to cover remaining costs when aid doesn’t meet the full need. This session will help families understand options and build a clear plan to pay for college.
Dates/times offered: April 16 @ 11am, April 29 @ 5pm, May 4 @ 5:30 pm, May 5 @ 10am, May 19 @ Noon, June 2 @ 5pm
- Navigating Student Loan Repayment – Managing student loans can be complex, but understanding your options is the first step in confident repayment. In this virtual session, we’ll break down different types of student loans, how to locate them, what your interest rates mean, and how repayment can impact your credit score. Whether you are still in school or already in repayment, this session will help you make informed decisions about your student loans.
Dates/times offered: April 29 @ 4pm, May 1 @ 10am, May 5 @ 3pm, May 19 @ 4pm, June 2 @ 6pm, June 17 @ Noon, June 25 @ 10am
Thanks so much, and please reach out to MSLF directly with questions at info@moslf.org.
GLADSTONE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
DUE: April 10, 2026
AMOUNT: $1,500
DETAILS: A minimum of two scholarships will be awarded for students graduating from a North KC District HS, or St. Pius X HS. Applicants should be graduating senior, applicant should plan to attend a 2-or 4-year post-secondary institution or technical school, have at least a 2.75 GPA. Special consideration will be given to those students with demonstrated community service, work experience, and financial need. All applications will be returned to the Gladstone Area Chamber of Commerce.
More Info: Click Here
APPLICATION: Click HERE
The Staley Counseling Scholarship Bulletin lists over sixty scholarships available to graduating seniors each year that are local to the state, county, and city level.
NCAA Information
Students planning to be a student athlete at the Division I or II level must register with the NCAA Clearinghouse. *See Mr. James McNeely with questions.
Register at www.eligibilitycenter.org
NAIA Information
If you are interested in athletics at a NAIA School here is a link to their website www.naia.org.
*See Mr. James McNeely with questions.
Register at NAIA Eligibility Center
Most college applications and scholarship applications will want you to have at least two or three recommendation letters from people who know you in and out of the classroom. Brainstorm a list of people who would be good choices to ask for letters of recommendation.
When asking adults to write a letter of recommendation, you may use the "Request for Letter of Recommendation + Brag Sheet" (attached below). You need to give this to the adult at least 2 weeks in advance.
Our School Community Resource Specialist and Social Worker has compiled a list of counseling services for various needs such as drug and alcohol intervention, psychiatrists, mental health, grief, hospice, domestic violence, juvenile justice, and medical. Click on the file below for the complete list of contacts.
We want to let families know that there have been some changes to counselor assignments this school year. As a result, your student’s assigned counselor may be different from last year. These changes help us better support students and balance caseloads across grade levels. If you’re unsure who your student’s counselor is, please check the graphic provided below, or feel free to reach out to the Counseling Office for assistance. We’re looking forward to a great year of connection and support!
To reach a staff member by email: firstname.lastname@nkcschools.org
