Wheeler Counseling Corner

It’s a great place to find information on:

How to Contact Your Counselor, Scholarships, Dual Enrollment, Transcript Requests, AND MORE!

The Counseling Department has a Calming Space located in the College and Career Center. If students find that they need a safe space for a brief, yet intentional break to defuse anger, re-center outside of the classroom, or deescalate emotions/anxiety before becoming overwhelmed, they should ask their teacher for a pass and check in at the Counseling Suite front desk.

At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, they understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, their caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.

Students, if you are experiencing a food shortage at home, you can request a Weekend Bag of items to help you make it through the weekend! Sign up by clicking below or using the QR code in the flyer (also below). The QR codes is also posted around the school.

Counselors will be in the cafeteria every Wednesday for drop-in style question and answer sessions. Be sure to see a counselor in the cafeteria if you have a quick question or concern!

Students, if you're interested in Dual Enrollment for the summer or fall, read the email that was sent by Ms. Nelson. The email provides pertinent information for participation in the Dual Enrollment process. Current Dual Enrollment students must complete advisement again in order to participate in the summer or fall.

Visit our Dual Enrollment website to read through the Important Reminders and use the resources listed to begin researching and completing the application process. https://sites.google.com/prod/view/wheelercounseling/academics/dual-enrollment?authuser=0

Counselors are utilizing a new form for appointments in efforts to decrease the amount of missed student appointments. Under the new procedure, students will complete the form then counselors will call each student from class when necessary. The form is available on the website and QR codes around the building.

We've received feedback on the location of the college checklists for underclassmen. The links are on the main page of the Counseling website!

1. Go to the Counseling website.

2. Scroll down until you see the grade levels in large circles.

3. Click on the circle for the desired grade level.

4. Click on Freshman/Sophomore/Junior College Planning Timeline.

5. Read the information and click on the checklist!

(OR CLICK BELOW)

College Board has partnered with Schoolhouse.world, founded by Khan Academy, to launch free, peer-led SAT tutoring, adding a new layer of support to its extensive suite of no-cost practice resources. There is an opportunity for students to build their own study plan, take a practice test, develop study tips, and practice with confidence. Click HERE and click the link below to learn more!

BridgeUP STEM Scholars is an opportunity for current 9th-11th grade girls who are interested in pursing career in computing, with a specific focus on computing research. Eligibility requirements, application process, and the link for students to apply can be found online here: https://ncwit.org/program/bridgeup-stem-scholars/.

The Atlanta Bar Association is pleased to share an internship opportunity for current juniors and seniors (Classes of 2026 and 2027) to apply for the Atlanta Bar Association’s Summer Law Internship Program for High School Students during the summer of 2026. The Program’s mission is to place students in paid legal internships so they may gain first‑hand experience in the legal profession.

Founded in 1993, the Summer Law Internship Program is now entering its 34th consecutive year and has provided more than 980 paid internships to date.

This is a rigorous, all‑in program requiring full commitment for the full eight-week period. Long‑planned family vacations, sports commitments, camps, or similar conflicts cannot be accommodated. The Program primarily partners with law firms and organizations in the Atlanta area, with ninety‑five percent (95%) of placements located within I‑285. Students who live outside the metro Atlanta area are welcome to apply, but if selected, must be prepared for a lengthy daily commute. Intern placements are in person.

Planning for the 2026 Internship Program (SLIP 34) is well underway. Pertinent program information is attached below. Applications will be available on Friday, February 6, 2026, and completed applications are due Thursday, March 19, 2026.

This year’s Program will run from Wednesday, May 27, 2026 through Friday, July 17, 2026. To access the application (available beginning Friday, February 6 at 5:00 p.m.) and to obtain additional information about SLIP, please visit our website at www.abaslip.blogspot.com.

Enchanted Closet is hosting a Prom Dress Giveaway event. View the flyer below and register if interested! Contact info@enchantedcloset.org or 770-750-4396 with questions.

View the video below! See the flyer for details! Apply if interested!

SAVE THE DATE!!!!

Order caps and gowns at Atlgrad.com.

There are 2 mandatory graduation practices:

May 13th @11:30am

May 18th @8:30am

The Mid-Year Transcript is the transcript that includes your first semester grades and is used to update colleges AFTER sending your initial transcript.

Read below for instructions and guidance on this process if a college you have applied to is requiring a mid-year transcript:

• If you applied early action/decision to a college and got accepted, you generally don’t need to send a MYT. As always, check the college's website to be sure.
• If you applied early action/decision to a college and got deferred, you should request a MYT be sent to that college.
• All MYTs must be requested using the Wheeler Midyear Transcript Request Form. Please pay on MyPaymentsPlus first, before completing the MYT request form. If you qualify for a fee waiver, please indicate on the form when requesting your MYTs.
• Any required forms, such as the Common App Midyear Report, will be completed and submitted with MYTs.
• You can continue to request initial transcripts in Naviance for any colleges to which you have not already sent transcripts. All transcripts sent from now on will include your first semester senior grades. As a reminder, click here for the steps to request an initial transcript.

Please reach out to your assigned counselor with any questions.

-COUNSELOR RECOMMENDATIONS - Contact your Counselor via email with a written request for a college letter of recommendation. Give at least two school weeks' notice before the requested submission deadline. (This means ten school days. If school is closed, it does not count towards the two weeks/10 days of prior notice.)

-Your Common App and Naviance accounts must be matched before Counselors can send documents

-Remember to update your email in Naviance to your PERSONAL EMAIL ADDRESS so you don't miss important communication.

-You must sign the Common App FERPA waiver before Counselors can send documents

-Check the Senior page of the Counseling website for the Senior Seminar ppt

-TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS -

•1. Add college you are applying to Naviance. ​

•Log onto your Naviance student account. ​

•Select the COLLEGES tab. ​

•Under COLLEGES select “Colleges I’m Applying To.”​

• Click on “+”, add each college/university, including application information.​

•Click “Add Application and Request Transcript.

•Select Initial Transcript and complete the rest of the information.
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•2. Go to MyPaymentsPlus (Fees, then Activities & Events) and fill out the transcript request form and pay $2 per transcript.​

•For Common Application documents, you MUST link your Common App account to your Naviance account before your counselor can send your transcript. You must sign the Common App FERPA waiver before Counselors can send documents.

•It is your responsibility to complete ALL parts of the above process, or transcripts will not be sent.

Seniors—Ready to Apply to Chattahoochee Technical College?

Join us for a dedicated application session where representatives from Chattahoochee Tech will be on campus to assist you with:

• Completing your application
• Understanding admissions requirements
• Exploring academic programs
• Asking questions about next steps

📅 Date: Tuesday, March 18
📍 Location: College & Career Center
⏰ Time: 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Registration Link

March is Apply to College Month, and they are waiving fees for all incoming first-year students applying to Kennesaw State University for Summer and Fall 2026!

To apply for free, students need to submit the Common App from March 1-31, 2026, and use the fee waiver code "Apply to College Month".

Important details:

• Beginning Fall 2026, KSU will require test scores for all first-year applicants.
• KSU offers test-optional admissions for GPAs of 3.2 or higher for Summer 2026.
• Test scores are required for the Zell Miller scholarship and specific programs like Architecture.
• Scores can also help with math placement via ALEKS PPL.
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Have questions? Reach out to us KSU Admissions at ksuadmit@kennesaw.edu.

Click below to view participating institutions offering free applications in March! Waiver codes will be listed.

Chattahoochee Tech will be hosting two Senior Night Events. View the flyer below for more info!

The first annual CCSD Music College Fair, is scheduled for Monday, March 30, from 5:00-8:00 PM in the Sprayberry High School Gym. Students are encouraged to register HERE, as details about parking and what to expect will be emailed to students and families as the date approaches.

Parents of teens are invited to participate in a free webinar: Building Confident Parenting Strategies, hosted by Skyland Trail. Here from mental health experts about how to support your teen.

What you will learn:

• Navigating social media, substance abuse, and peer pressure
• Proven strategies to support teens who are struggling emotionally
• Warning signs: know when to ask for professional help

Click the flyer or zoom link below to register!

The NACAC National College Fair -Atlanta is coming up on Sunday,March 8th at the Georgia International Convention Center.

This is a great opportunity for students to connect face-to-face with representatives from hundreds of colleges and universities across the nation.

All high school students, transfer students, high school or college counselors, and families are welcome to register for this complimentary event.

Date and Time:
Sunday, March 8, 2026
11:00 AM to 2:30PM ET

Location:
Georgia International Convention Center
Hall C+D
2000 Convention Center Concourse
College Park, GA 30337
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View the list of exhibiting colleges and universities.

If you have any questions, please contact collegefairs@nacacnet.org.

CLICK THE FLYER BELOW TO REGISTER.

Kennesaw State University invites you to an upcoming Open House, where you can discover all that the University has to offer.

Here's what's in store:

• Learn about academics: Explore majors, career opportunities, and resources.
• Admissions and Financial Aid: Get the facts to make planning easier.
• Hear from students: Current Owls will share what life is really like at KSU.
• Experience campus life: Tour our campus, enjoy a complimentary lunch in the award-winning dining hall, and visit a model residence hall.

Sign up for the campus that hosts your intended major, as this will allow you to gain the most knowledge about the KSU experience.

Click Below to Sign Up!

The 2026 High School Hackathon will be hosted at the KSU Center on March 28, 2026.

During this event, students will have the opportunity to engage in creative problem‑solving, innovation, and hands‑on exploration of technology and fintech concepts. It is designed for students of all skill levels, whether they have coding experience or are simply curious about technology.

Event Highlights:

• Keynote Speaker: Daryl Speaks, Founder & CEO of SableAssent Coin Corporation
• Prizes:
  • 1st Place – $3,000
  • 2nd Place – $2,000
  • 3rd Place – $1,000
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• Date: March 28 (deadline to register is March 17, 2026)
• Time: 9:30 am to 6:00 pm (check-in starts at 8 am)
• Location: KSU Center
  3333 George Busbee Drive, NW
• Students can register HERE

Students who enjoy technology, business, entrepreneurship, or creative problem‑solving are a good fit for the program. This hackathon provides a supportive, inspiring environment where students can develop new skills, collaborate with peers, and gain exposure to real‑world innovation.

Please contact Nick Suppiah at nsuppiah@kennesaw.edu or Robert Velarde at rvelard2@students.kennesaw.edu for additional information on the event.

The 94th Airlift Wing requests the pleasure of parents' and students’ company for the 2026 North Georgia Military Recruiting Event, on Sat., March 28, 2026, from 1 – 4:30 p.m. on Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta, GA.

Teenagers and their families, as well as young adults up age 25, are invited to the North Georgia Military Recruiting Event to learn more about full- and part-time military service opportunities. Currently in the United States, fewer than 1% of all adults are active-duty service members. This means many children and young adults do not have organic opportunities to speak with our nation’s Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians, Sailors, Marines and Guards about the vast career possibilities offered in the U.S. military service branches.

Representatives from the Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Space Force will be available to discuss Active Duty, National Guard and Reserve service opportunities and provide details on the type of benefits members can expect to receive by serving our nation. Attendees will also have the chance to get up close to various military aircraft, vehicles, virtual reality simulators and more, as well as to learn about future tech, engineering, medical, advanced thinking, aeronautical and other career possibilities.

Attendance to this event is limited, and the deadline is Fri. March 13, 2026, so do not delay registration. To register, use the QR code on the flyer below or click the link below the flyer.

Please note, this event is separate from the Georgia Service Academy Day, which is for high school juniors and seniors and their guardians. The North Georgia Military Recruiting Event is open to students in middle school through college, as well as young adults. Applicants who wish to attend both events must register separately for each event.

94th Security Forces personnel will conduct background checks on all requested attendees once RSVPs have been submitted via the registration portal. Approved attendees will be notified by 94th Airlift Wing Public Affairs and will receive a formal invitation with parking instructions and additional details no later than Mon., March 23, 2026.

Please direct questions to the 94th Airlift Wing Public Affairs office at 94aw.pav3@us.af.mil with the subject line “NGMRE Question.”

The Electrical Systems and Sustainability Summer Program will be hosted by Georgia Tech’s CEISMC. Details below!

📅 July 6–17, 2026
📍 Held primarily on Georgia Tech’s Atlanta campus
🎓Full scholarship opportunity (students are only responsible for a $25 application fee)

As outlined in the attached flyer, this sponsored summer program gives select high school students hands-on exposure to:

• Installing electrical fixtures
• Reading electrical prints
• Understanding core electrical principles
• Exploring facilities management and sustainable systems
• Learning through the RealCareer Electrical Wiring Kit program
• Participating in off-campus visits
• Earning a certificate of completion from Georgia Institute of Technology

This is an incredible opportunity for students interested in engineering, construction, sustainability, skilled trades, or STEM career pathways. The immersive, hands-on structure makes it especially impactful for students who thrive in applied learning environments. Use the registration link below or scan the QR code in the flyer to register!

🔗 Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/SummerESS2026
📧 Contact: summerpeaks@gatech.edu

Continue to check Naviance for scholarships. Sort by due date to view the most recent additions and open applications.

In keeping with the mission to support and promote academic success for ALL Wheeler students, the Wheeler ABC Foundation will award four $500 scholarships to deserving Wheeler seniors who plan to further their education by enrolling in either a four-year or two-year college degree or technical certification program.

Academic Success means different things to different students. It's not just about grades - it may be about using your experiences to benefit the Wheeler community; learning how to balance school, family obligations and work; or simply discovering more about yourself. It may be about what you bring to the classroom and how you inspire others, or about finding what excites you and makes you want to keep learning.

Students applying must meet the following criteria:

· Be a Wheeler student in good standing and graduating in May 2026.

· Complete the online application and answer the short essay prompts.

· Adhere to the deadline established and essay word limits.

All applications must be received by 11:59 pm on March 10, 2026.

The link to the application is https://forms.gle/pYVZmhLgabysEWhT9

For questions about the ABCF Scholarships, please contact president@wheelerabc.org.

Each spring the East Cobb County Council (ECCC) of PTAs awards one $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior from each of the six ECCC high schools. The scholarship, known as the Margie Hatfield Scholarship, honors the dedication and years of service given by Mrs. Hatfield to the youth of our council. In recognition of her volunteer involvement, the Margie Hatfield Scholarship Fund awards deserving seniors who have made significant contributions to the community.

Any graduating senior enrolling in a full-time course of study at any institute of higher learning, including trade school, may apply. Students, however, must be a member of your school’s PTSA and, if awarded a scholarship, must use the funds for continuing education.

View the flyer for the scholarship below. The application and more information about the scholarship can be found on our website:
https://www.ecccpta.org/committees/scholarship

The direct application link is: https://forms.gle/QbwjM5gEhNqa6CV88

Completed applications should be completed no later than March 24, 2026 AT 11:59 P.M.

If there are any questions, contact scholarship@ecccpta.org.