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DUAL ENROLLMENT for next year's JUNIORS and SENIORS!!!!!!

This is a reminder for those that are interested in taking DUAL ENROLLMENT this summer or for next fall!!!! This is an affordable and great way to earn college credits while in high school!!! The representatives from St. Charles Community College will be at North Point on Tuesday, April 28th to enroll students for classes. If you have not already returned or completed THIS APPLICATION please do so and return to Mrs. Pardo ASAP. This application form and applying to SCC needs to be completed prior to next Tuesday.

April 26–May 2 marks National Apprenticeship Week — a time to recognize the critical role apprenticeships play in building a skilled, sustainable workforce across the construction trades.

Apprenticeship programs are more than training opportunities; they are direct pathways to high-demand, high-wage careers without the burden of student debt. In the construction industry especially, apprenticeships ensure that knowledge is passed from experienced professionals to the next generation, strengthening both our local economy and our community’s infrastructure.

To celebrate, we are hosting an Open House on Thursday, April 30 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. We invite potential students, school staff, and community leaders to visit and see firsthand how apprenticeship training is shaping the future of our workforce right here in our community.

Guests will have the opportunity to tour our training facility, observe live apprentice classes in session, and learn how structured classroom instruction combined with paid, on-the-job training creates confident, highly skilled tradespeople.

We hope you will join us in recognizing the vital importance of apprenticeships in the construction trades and in supporting the next generation of skilled professionals.

We look forward to seeing you there. RSVP and let us know you are coming!

An informational flyer for WashU Summer Pre-College Programs providing details on three distinct summer tracks for high school students. Header Title: Summer Pre-College Programs General Requirements: Seeking mature, motivated students. Applications (including essays, fee, transcripts, and teacher recommendation) were due by April 1, 2026. Program Options High School Summer Scholars Program Eligibility: Current juniors (graduating in 2027). Dates: June 7–July 11, 2026. Format: Residential, commuter, and online options. Fee: $4,075–$12,135 (based on credits and modality). Details: Students enroll in credit-bearing undergraduate courses taught by WashU instructors across various disciplines. High School Summer Institutes Eligibility: Current freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. Fee: $3,985. Details: Noncredit, residential programs focusing on specific themes. 2026 themes include: Creative Immersion: June 14–27 Research Development: June 14–27 Environmental Studies: July 12–25 Ancient Studies: July 12–25 Advanced Inquiry: July 12–25 High School Summer Launch Eligibility: Current freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. Dates: July 13–17, 2026. Fee: $985 (commuter) or $1,485 (residential). Details: A noncredit, accelerated program designed as a general introduction to college life, academics, and the application process. Footer Call to Action: Continue on your path of academic discovery! Website: precollege.washu.edu

AP Practice Exams Sessions!!

You may scan the QR code on the flyer below or click HERE to sign up!!

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A+ Program

Meeting Days/Times for May

Monday, May 11th during the first part of lunch in the Student Center

What is the A+ program all about???? The A+ Program provides scholarship funds to eligible graduates of A+ designated high schools who attend a participating public community college or vocational/technical school, or certain private two-year vocational/technical schools. There are also numerous four-year universities that will offer some scholarship money for students who complete the A+ Program.

A+ trainings will be offered twice a month for students. One training will take place after school and one during the school day. I will email students the date/time each month along with a sign up form. A student does need to be trained prior to beginning to earn their A+ hours. Typically Juniors and Seniors are the students who will be working on their hours. Below are the requirements for the A+ program.

1. Be a U. S. citizen or permanent resident.

2. Enter into a written agreement with high school prior to graduation, by signing the A+ Agreement form, found in the Student Center.

3. Attend an A+ designated high school for two years prior to graduation.

4. Maintain & graduate with a minimum cumulative 2.5 (un-weighted) grade point average.

5. Document 95% annual and cumulative school attendance record.

6. Score “Proficient” or “Advanced” on any Math EOC Exam or earn a 17+ Math ACT or Pre-ACT sub-score.

7. *Junior/Senior year complete 50 hours of supervised tutoring with younger WSD students (12.5 hours of pre-approved “job shadowing” may count towards this requirement).

8. Demonstrate a record of good citizenship during all four (4) years of high school.

9. File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) senior year

A comprehensive table titled "ACT & SAT Dates 25-26". The table provides essential deadlines for students planning to take standardized tests during the 2025-2026 school year. ACT Section: Lists seven test dates ranging from September 6, 2025, to July 11, 2026. SAT Section: Lists eight test dates ranging from August 23, 2025, to June 6, 2026. Column Details: For each test date, the table provides the registration deadline, late registration deadline, and the date when multiple-choice scores are expected to be available.

If you plan to sign up for an upcoming ACT test or the SAT Test PLEASE make sure you are listing North Point High School in Wentzville as your high school. Our zip code is 63385 and our School Code is 260021. We will not send scores to schools for you at this time.

An announcement flyer for a "Senior Clap Out" event at Peine Ridge Elementary. The top of the flyer features the word "SENIOR" in light blue block letters, with the year "2026" integrated into the characters. A blue silhouette of a graduate jumping in a cap and gown is positioned in the center. Below the graphic, the text reads: Event Title: SENIOR CLAP OUT Date and Time: Monday, May 18 at 2:45-3:05 Invitation Details: We invite Peine Ridge Elementary alum who are graduating high school this year to walk the halls of PRE one last time! Dress Code: Be sure to wear your cap & gown! The bottom of the flyer features a dark blue silhouette of a crowd with their hands raised in the air, as if cheering or clapping.

An advertisement or announcement for the Class of 2026. The image features the word "Seniors" written in a red, cursive font at the top, flanked by two horizontal red lines. Below this, the words "CLASS OF 2026" and "GRADUATION WALKS" are written in bold, navy blue, sans-serif capital letters. The background consists of a white grid pattern with subtle, faded graduation cap icons scattered throughout. A small, circular emblem is partially visible at the very top.

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An illustration celebrating "Decision Day Class of 2026." The central text is set against an off-white, wavy-edged background, surrounded by a gold border decorated with academic icons. These icons include blue graduation caps with yellow tassels or bows, a graduation gown, and a gold medal on a blue ribbon. A blue and yellow graduation stole is highlighted with a purple selection box at the top. The overall color palette is navy blue, gold, and cream.

DECISION DAY - MAY 1st!!!!

Every year at this time, high schools across the country designate a day as "Decision Day." This is a day to celebrate the decisions of our Seniors on their post secondary journey.

This is an event to celebrate EVERY senior's decision!!!!

Here is what you can expect:

During WIN Time, stop by the Student Center to declare you decision (college, university, technical schools, military, work, charitable service, etc.), with a special activity.

LOCK-IN REGISTRATION

IF YOU REGISTER AND PAY BY MARCH 13TH THE COST IS ONLY $50! After March 13th the price will go up to $60.

The price INCLUDES entertainment (laser tag at inside & outside courses, demo ball, axe throwing, shooting gallery, games, cornhole, hypnotist show, food (drinks, pizza, snacks, & breakfast) and more. It ALSO INCLUDES FOR NP SENIORS a filled swag bag, tshirt, attendance prize (valued around $60) and a chance to win one of the raffle prizes valued from $75 - $500).

To register you have 3 options: you can use this link to complete the google form, scan the QR code on the attached form which will take you to the google form, or print out the attached form and fill it out (turn into the front office).

To complete the registration you must submit payment in one of the following ways: cash or check (put in envelope and take to front office), send via venmo (@NPGrizzlyWay), or visit the grizzlyway.square.site to pay using a credit card.

CONSIGNMENT USA RESALE

If you have items that you are ready to part with, please consider dropping them off to USA Resale for Grad Night to earn some money. Information about where and when to donate are on the card in the attachment. The code for NP Grad Night is #32372. If this code is placed on your items when they sell, Grad Night will get credit for them.

AMAZON WISHLIST

The wishlist for some prizes that will be given at the Grad NIght Lock-in Party has been started. After we send out the Senior survey we will add more items based on what the Seniors request.

If you have ideas that we can add to the list, please email nphsgradnight@gmail.com to share those with us.

Some of our bigger ticket prizes (laptops, dorm fridges, airpods, gaming/office chairs, tvs, other electronics) are not on the wishlist because we usually purchase them from other stores. Feel free to send ideas for these types of items to us as well.

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

5/28 - Mandatory graduation practice for Seniors at NPHS 1pm-3pm

5/31 - Graduation 8:30am at Family Arena

5/31 - Lock-in set up 8:30pm & event at 10pm at 18th North Central

Please email nphsgradnight@gmail.com to be a part of the Grad Night Committee or if you have any questions.

It's time to register for YOUR GRAD NIGHT LOCK-IN PARTY! Earlier this week, you were sent a quick survey to fill out so that we could have your input related to your Lock-in Party and Prizes! Please make sure you take the time to fill that out if you haven't already so we can hear your thoughts. Need the link to the survey again? Here it is!

Attached is the Lock-in registration form. IF YOU REGISTER AND PAY BY MARCH 13TH THE COST IS ONLY $50! After March 13th the price will go up to $60. The price INCLUDES entertainment (laser tag at inside & outside courses, demo ball, axe throwing, shooting gallery, games, cornhole, hypnotist show, food (drinks, pizza, snacks, & breakfast) and more. It ALSO INCLUDES FOR NP SENIORS a filled swag bag, tshirt, attendance prize (valued around $60) and a chance to win one of the raffle prizes valued from $75 - $500).

To register you have 3 options: you can use this link to complete the google form, scan the QR code on the attached form which will take you to the google form, or print out the attached form and fill it out (turn into the front office).

To complete your registration you must submit payment in one of the following ways: cash or check (put in envelope and take to front office), send via venmo (@NPGrizzlyWay), or visit the grizzlyway.square.site to pay using a credit card.

Please email us at nphsgradnight@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Paper copies are in Student Center as well if you would like to stop by get a form!

Graduation Ceremony Photo A wide-angle photo taken from a stage during a graduation ceremony in a large arena. Foreground: A person in a blue graduation gown stands at a podium on the left, while a table with a red cloth labeled "NORTH POINT GRIZZLIES" is on the right. Background: A large crowd of graduates in blue gowns fills the arena floor, with many blue graduation caps being tossed into the air in celebration. The arena has multiple levels of seating and American flags hanging from the ceiling.

MARK YOU CALENDARS NOW!!!

North Point High School CLASS OF 2026 will graduate at the Family Arena in St. Charles on Sunday, May 31 at 8:30 AM!

We are excited to celebrate our seniors and look forward to seeing everyone there! All are welcome! The St. Charles Family Arena has a large seating capacity, so there is no need for tickets or guest limits. Seating is all first come, first served.

Please Note: GRADUATION PRACTICE will take place in our large gym at NPHS. It will be on Thursday, May 28 from 1 pm - 3 pm. Graduation Practice is MANDATORY for all seniors planning to walk at graduation. MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW!

If you are able to help out with Grad Night for the Class of 2026, please fill out this NPHS Grad Night 2026 Volunteer Sign-Up Form.

If you have any questions for our Grad Night Committee, please reach out to them at nphsgradnight@gmail.com.

Scholarship Websites!!!

My Scholarship Central is a great website to search scholarships that may apply to you. Also, in the Spring, this is where we will be a list of our local scholarships for our district. For all local scholarships, we require students to complete an application in My Scholarship Central. On this website, it allow students to complete one application and use that application to apply to multiple scholarships. (if additional information is needed for a particular scholarship, it will be stated). My Scholarship Central also lists many other scholarship opportunities over and beyond our local ones. I encourage every student to create a My Scholarship Central application and begin applying for scholarships.

**When creating an account, you do NOT sign in with Google. Choose "Continue with Email" and use a personal email address. You should receive a confirmation code to you personal email which (if for some reason you do not see the confirmation email, please check your Spam folder).

Other Scholarship Websites that are free of charge include:

Take the time to set up a free account and explore scholarships that you may qualify for!

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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026-2027 school year will open on October 1, 2025. Completing the FAFSA is the first and most important step to securing grants, scholarships, and other financial aid to help you pay for college.

Why should you complete the FAFSA?

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is an online financial document filled out by students and their families, and submitted to colleges.
The FAFSA takes about 30 minutes to complete.
Unlocks free money: The FAFSA is your gateway to grants and scholarships!!!. The information is used to determine if students will qualify for any grants (free money that does not have to be paid back), work study, student loans, and even some scholarships.
Accesses federal aid: It's the only way to be considered for federal student aid, including Pell Grants, work-study, and federal student loans.
Maximizes your chances: Some state and college aid is first-come, first-served, so completing your FAFSA early is the best way to be eligible for as much aid as possible.

Your next steps:

Create your FSA ID: If you haven't already, both you and a parent (if you are a dependent student) need to create a Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID. This is your username and password for the application. You can create one at https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch. The account can take up to 48 hours to activate.
Gather your documents: Before you start, gather the necessary documents, which include your Social Security number, tax returns from 2024 for the 26-27 school year, and records of any money earned.
Complete the FAFSA: Fill out the form at StudentAid.gov. It's a free application. https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa