Eastview Counselor Connection

Starting May 15th, teens between the ages of 14-19 can work out for free all summer long! Plus, we’re giving away $200,000* to high schools and students! Teens who register can help win a grant for their school and participate in a video contest for a chance to win a scholarship. Don’t wait, pre-register today.

More information and pre-registration HERE

All seniors must complete the ‘EVHS Class of 2023 Future Plans Survey’ in their Naviance account. The survey is important as it will be used for awards/graduation recognition and reporting of their plans for next year. The completed survey is part of earning senior opportunities.

See the specific instructions for completing the Class of 2023 Future Plans Survey here.

All colleges require a final high school transcript with a senior’s graduation date before enrolling. Seniors must request to send their final transcript by noon on June 7th to the college, university, or program they will be attending in the fall.

See the specific instructions for sending a final transcript here.

Students are invited to join UChicago and a variety of their Coalition for Collage partners to learn about the ins and outs of the college admissions process in this year Coalition Week.

From May 21st-24th, students can learn about new, helpful college search resources, and celebrate all the hard work they do! All events will be conducted virtually and are FREE.

• Sunday, May 21, 5 p.m. CDT: Self Care 101. A conversation on the importance of self-care throughout the college admissions process with representatives from Coalition for College, Rice University, Emory University, and UChicago.

• Monday, May 22, 6 p.m. CDT: Understanding Financial Aid. An overview of the financial aid process. Simultaneous sessions (one in English, one in Spanish) will address popular terms/structures and offer tips for navigating the financial aid process.

• Tuesday, May 23, 5 p.m. CDT: College Essays 101. A discussion with UChicago andUniversity of Michigan on how essays can add an important perspective to a student's application and learn how different kinds of essays are considered in a holistic review process.

• Wednesday, May 24, 6 p.m. CDT: Look Inside the Admissions Committee: a Case Study Exercise. This is your chance to see what an application looks like and how applications are reviewed! Together, you and admissions counselors from UChicago and Northwestern University will review applications, and decide who is admitted, waitlisted, or denied admission. See you in the committee room!

Find out what Minnesota private colleges and universities have to offer! Come on your own, with friends or with your parents. These free, low-pressure introductory campus tours and informational meetings can serve as a first step to help you discover just what you’re looking for in a college — especially if you are early in your search.

Sessions are scheduled from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. EXCEPT for the joint sessions held by the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University, which run from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

STEP 1: Check out each college’s profile or use our online search tool to find colleges that matches your interests by majors, sports and the arts.

STEP 2: Decide where you want to visit. View a map to see where our 18 campuses are located around the state.

► If you're thinking about visiting more than one campus in the same day, our mileage chart will be helpful in understanding how long to takes to get from one campus to another.

STEP 3: View the 2023 session schedule to learn which sessions are offered by each college.

Register for your visits HERE!

The 22 colleges and universities of Minnesota State will waive application fees during "Minnesota State Week," scheduled for June 26-30, 2023. If you are a senior who hasn't decided what your plans are for after graduation, it's an excellent time to explore one or more of the 54 campuses that are part of Minnesota State.

More information is available at https://www.minnstate.edu/MinnStateWk/.

Camp College is a FREE college readiness program designed for current high school juniors (graduating class of 2023). First-generation college students and students from low-income households are encouraged to apply! Sessions focusing on financial aid, college resources, and the application process (among others) will be offered. Attendees will be entered into a drawing to win multiple prizes!

Housing and meals for Camp College are provided for all attendees at no cost. Campers are responsible for their own transportation to the University of Minnesota Crookston.

When: July 17-19, 2023

Where: University of Minnesota- Crookston

Applications Due by Friday, May 17, 2023

Click HERE to apply!

For more information on Camp College, click HERE.

YOUR COLLEGE SEARCH JUST GOT EASIER!

How can I really nail my college essay? Is the Common App easy to fill out? How can my family afford college?

When you dive into your college search, the questions start piling up. So it’s time to find the answers in Macalester's Workshop Wednesdays series. This college plannings series promises to cover the topics that rise to the top for students planning for college.

Live workshops run through August 23, 2023.

1. WRITING A COLLEGE ESSAY

July 26, 3:00-4:00 PM CST

Our most interactive workshop, we’ll lay out the do’s and don’ts of writing a college essay. Discover the ways to represent yourself in an authentic and genuine way to stand out among a sea of applicants. Plus, we’ll cover the basic proofreading steps that will avoid embarrassing errers (see what we did there?).

Register

2. FILLING OUT THE COMMON APPLICATION

August 2, 3:00-4:00 PM CST

Let us be your guide as you make the leap into the Common App. This step-by-step tutorial will give you the motivation to move from section to section with the stealth-like grace of a panther and the strategic smarts of a two-time Nobel Prize winner. Get the tips that will help you make the most of your talents, energy, and academic achievements.

Register

3. GETTING YOUR LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION

August 9, 3:00-4:00 PM CST

Getting into college is not a solo effort! In this interactive workshop, we’ll discuss the best ways to partner with your VIP supporters, as they build letters of recommendations which truly highlight the academic strengths and personal characteristics that say you are college-ready.

Register

4. NAVIGATING FINANCIAL AID

August 16, 3:00-4:00 PM CST

Affording college is one of the top reasons students stress about the search. Don’t let fear of the unknown slow you down. We’ll lay out all the tools and resources available, and explain how the financial aid office is really friend not foe. Along the way, we’ll decode the financial aid lingo.

Register

5. WRITING A COLLEGE ESSAY

August 23, 6:00-7:00 PM

So popular we bring it back for a second time! Our most interactive workshop, we’ll lay out the do’s and don’ts of writing a college essay. Discover the ways to represent yourself in an authentic and genuine way to stand out among a sea of applicants. Plus, we’ll cover the basic proofreading steps that will avoid embarrassing errers (see what we did there?).

Register

Tuesday, May 16th

11:15 AM: Army National Guard

Tuesday, May 23rd

11:15 AM: Army Reserves

*Students are encouraged to register in Naviance and pick up a pass in the Counseling Office prior to the event.

The Easter Lutheran Church Foundation is sponsoring a scholarship for students with developmental disabilities who are pursuing post-secondary education.

The scholarship could award a student up to $850 in tuition assistance.

Applications are due by May 15, 2023

Click HERE to apply!

Date: June 28, 2023

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Location: Riverland Community College (1900 8th Ave NE, Austin, MN)

This event is open to youth who have completed grades 9+

Participants will explore possible careers in agronomy, animal science, and food science by participating in engaging tours and hands-on learning labs.

Activities include:

Tour of Northern Country Co-op

Tour of Read’s Brown Swiss dairy farm

Ag Centric Technology trailer

Hands on food science labs

Register for the event at https://z.umn.edu/AgandFoodExplorationDay. The registration deadline is June 14. Cost to participate is $10. If you have any questions, please contact the 4-H office:Adam Stevermer, Extension educator

stev0421@umn.edu

Teens ages 13–18 are invited to volunteer with the library to distribute free books and program materials, explain how the program works​, and assist with summer events.

Further information is on the website – view flyer HERE

Eagan Parks and Recreation is excited to host a summer kick-off event for both middle and high school students!

The free event will take place on Wednesday, May 24th from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. at Northview Park. We’ll have snacks, games, and information about other fun opportunities coming up.

Click HERE for more information.

The Minnesota Office of Higher Education is offering stipends of up to $1,000 for summer learning opportunities to eligible students

Providing access to high-quality summer learning experiences, the Minnesota Office of Higher Education (OHE) is offering stipends to eligible students to attend Summer Academic Enrichment Program (SAEP) participating camps. SAEP provides stipends for low-income students completing grades 3 to 11 to attend approved summer programs offered by postsecondary educational institutions and nonprofits across the state.

To be eligible for a program stipend:

Students must meet family income requirements for free or reduced-priced school meals and, if in grades 7-11, need a minimum of a “C” average in the most recently recorded academic term in the subject area applicable for the summer program of interest. Stipends are provided on a first-come, first-serve basis, to cover all or a portion of the direct cost of a participating program paid directly to the program sponsors.

• Download the student flyer
• Download the family flyer

Questions?
Contact Brenda Larter at brenda.larter@state.mn.us

Youth Leadership Academy is a joint effort between the Eagan Police Department, The FBI, and the MN Vikings to help develop strong youth into future leaders.

June 12-15, 2023

Open to participants age 14-16

Click HERE to view brochure

Register online at - www.cityofeagan.com/youth-leadership-academy

Registration is now open for Minnesota Business Venture this summer! BestPrep’s

Minnesota Business Venture (MBV) is a weeklong intensive for students in grades 9-12. Students work together in teams, hear from inspiring speakers, gain leadership experience, and explore career paths – all while learning how to create and present a business plan.

In 2023, MBV is offering two overnight sessions:

July 9-14 or July 22-27 at the University of St. Thomas.

Students can apply online. The deadline is April 21 for our early-bird enrollment fee of $200. We offer numerous scholarships for those needing financial assistance!

Saint Catherine University and Katie Leadership Impact are delighted to announce that our Lead & Influence Summer Camp is back again for June 26-30 2023!

This free, five-day summer workshop empowers female high school students entering 11th and 12th grade in the fall semester to see themselves as leaders and learn from women in professional business careers while experiencing life at St. Catherine University’s St. Paul campus.

Students can Register Here on the St. Kate’s website. Flyer

Newly updated, this list of summer enrichment programs offered at Minnesota Private Colleges can be a helpful resource for families and students looking for options.

A new AmeriCorps program is hiring 450 young Minnesotans to work mostly in the Twin Cities this summer in exchange for a stipend and educational award.

Summer Impact Corps members will work in community youth programs, help people experiencing homelessness and assist in environmental projects across Minnesota.

AmeriCorps members in the program, who must be age 17 and up, will work at least 300 hours in 12 weeks for a stipend of $6,600. The education award of $1,374 will go toward tuition or paying student loans.

Go to Ampact.us/summer to apply. Application deadline is May 5 for AmeriCorps members who work May 22 to Aug. 12, and May 17 for those working June 5 to Aug. 26.

Youth, ages 14-21, are able to earn and learn through hands-on experience working on outdoor construction and landscape projects in local parks and green spaces!

• Work outside, make friends, build skills, and have fun!

• Earn $12.00/hour

• Earn school credits and career pathway credentials

• Work in crews with up to 8 other people

• Program runs from June 20 to August 18, each crew member works up to 20 hours per week.

• Youth, ages 14-21, living in Hennepin, Dakota, Ramsey or Washington County are eligible to apply (Additional eligibility requirements apply)

More information and application HERE

The city of Eagan is hiring for summer jobs from forestry and maintenance positions to lifeguards and pool attendances to camp leaders; there are a variety of jobs for all interests and availability. Many positions start hiring at 15. It’s a great first job and an awesome way to work with friends and spend time outdoors making a difference in the community this summer.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofeagan

Mental Health Minute: Anxiety

We are entering the 'academic burnout' phase of the year. Students and educators may be feeling mentally, physically and emotionally exhausted. Spring break can provide a needed respite, but it may be important to recognize increasing signs of stress in your student. According to the 2022 MN Student Data Survey, 50% of 8th graders and 59% of 11th graders reported feeling bothered by not being able to stop or control worrying over the previous 2 weeks. We will focus on anxiety in this month's Mental Health Minute. You will learn to recognize anxiety, understand the contributing factors, and provide some guidance on how to help.

https://www.smore.com/ry32s

Losing someone that you love or care deeply about is very painful. You might have a lot of emotions and it may feel like the pain and sadness you’re experiencing will never go away. These are normal reactions to a loss.

While there is no right or wrong way to cope with losing someone, there are healthy ways that, in

time, can renew you and help you move forward. These resources can help you work through your grief. It’s a sign of strength, not weakness, to seek help.

Click HERE to access a list of grief and loss support resources in Dakota County.

Life can feel overwhelming at times. Sometimes it can be hard to figure out how to work through challenging times. At the Eastview High School, we have a Virtual Calming Room to help students explore strategies to help deal with those challenges. We hope these tools will provide helpful outlets and practice for when life gets tough.

Desktop Virtual Calm Room

Mobile-Friendly Virtual Calm Room

Connect with us on Instagram (@evhscollegeandcareer) to stay up-to-date on the latest news and events coming to the EVHS College and Career Center.

For more details about our program and resources visit the Eastview Counseling website.

Email: Eastview@district196.org
Website: https://evhs.district196.org/families/counseling
Location: 6200 140th Street West, Apple Valley, MN, USA
Phone: 952-431-8900
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evhs.college.career
Twitter: @evhscollege