Financial Aid Institute for Parents For parents of 2010 Graduates:
The Maine Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (MASFAA) is
offering its first annual Financial Aid Summer Institute this August 18 on
the Bowdoin College campus. Please notice that the Institute is offering a
separate track especially for parents of college-bound students who seek a
more comprehensive understanding of the financial aid application and
award process.
We are pleased to direct you to the new Institute web site
(http://www.masfaasummerinstitute.webs.com/) where you will find a full
description of the five financial aid curriculum tracks available to the
public, as well as a link for class REGISTRATION.
Dear Livermore Falls High School Staff,
PrepMe is excited to see 11th graders across the State of Maine already starting to take advantage of its free SAT prep course.
To help schools further promote the program, we are emailing with links to the "PrepMe Maine" page and to related resources for your school's website. A few well-placed links on your school's homepage and educational resources page, coupled with strong promotion, will aid in informing parents and students of the program. We hope to empower your students with as many tools as possible to help them succeed on the May 2009 SAT.
Here are the links:
Free PrepMe SAT Course for Maine 11th Graders
Quick URL Add: http://www.prepme.com/maine
Quick Description:
- Go to the PrepMe Maine page: http://www.prepme.com/maine
- Click "Claim Account".
- Input first initial and last name, and select school from the drop-down box. Click the "Claim".
- Once verification is complete, fill out the registration form to create a Username and Password.
- Once registration is complete, begin the program by logging in at: http://www.prepme.com/classroom
Vocabulary-building Quiz Game
Quick URL Add: http://www.prepme.com/sat-quiz
Quick Description:
Try this trivia-style quiz game that covers over 3000 common SAT vocabulary words in order to boost your Critical Reading and Writing development.
PrepMe Answers: Online Q&A Forum for High School Students
Quick URL Add: http://www.prepme.com/answers
Quick Description:
Tap into a network of over 45,000 students, teachers, parents, counselors, and educational experts by asking and answering questions related to college admissions.
Please forward this email to your school's webmaster or technical staff.
Questions or concerns? Reach us at maine@prepme.com or directly at 312-265-6446.
Best,
The PrepMe Team
The Guidance Office of Livermore Falls High School has announced that the Financial Aid Night for Seniors and Parents/Guardians of seniors has been rescheduled for Thursday, January 3, in Room 9 of the high school.
Pizza will be served, beginning at 5:30 PM, provided through the MELMAC grant. The Financial Aid Presentation will begin promptly at 6:00 and conclude by 7:30 PM
The Varsity Basketball Game begins at 7:00 pm, and free tickets to the basketball game will be given to any seniors and parents/guardians who attend the full financial aid presentation! Parents and students who plan to come, should let us know (897-3428 ext. 206 or 207) so we can be sure to order enough pizza. Questions? Call Mrs. Spalding at ext. 207
Progress Reports and Report Cards Progress Reports and Report Cards are expected to be mailed on the dates listed below. If you do not receive your student's report by the following Wednesday, please contact the Guidance Office. Q1 Report Card - Friday, Nov. 9
Q2 Progress Report - Friday, December 14
Q2 Report Card - Friday, February 1
Q3 Progress Report - Friday, March 7
Q3 Report Card - Friday, April 11
Q4 Progress Report - Friday, May 9
Q4 Report Card - Friday, June 20 Important Information for Parents of Juniors and Seniors College Planning Night – Thursday, October 18, 7:00 pm - Room 9
The College application and admissions process will be discussed by Sue Spalding, Guidance Director and college representatives. Topics such as how to select a college, campus visits and interviews, and timelines will be covered. This program is geared to both seniors and juniors and their parents, particularly if this will be your first child to attend college! Financial Aid Night – Monday, December 3, 7:00 pm – Room 9
Angela Dostie from the Finance Authority of Maine will describe the financial aid application and award processes. This program is extremely important for parents of seniors! College Goal Sunday – Sunday, January 27, 2004 – University of Maine at Farmington
Assistance will be offered to parents in completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form. This form must be completed by all students (and parents of students) planning to attend college in the Fall of 2008. Parents and students should bring their 2007 tax information, and financial aid professionals will assist you, line by line, in completing both the paper and electronic versions. Mark your calendars now!
Academic, college, career and personal counseling is available to assist students and parents with any questions or concerns: Academic counseling is offered to help students to gain skills to successfully communicate with teachers, to monitor credit status, to assist with study skills and to help students to plan an academic program that matches their career plans. College counseling is offered in groups and individually to assist students in conducting the college search and application process. Through the MELMAC Foundation Grant , students will have many opportunities to visit college campuses. PSAT's and SAT's are coordinated and offered through the Guidance Office. Sophomores and juniors will be taken to college fairs. College planning and financial aid workshops are offered yearly for students and parents. Many scholarships are made available through the Guidance Office - seniors are encouraged to check regularly for scholarship information. Guidance recommendations for college or scholarship application are provided upon written request. Guidance recommendations may include subjective comments on personal conduct and character and major violations of the discipline code, as well as academic records and potential. Career counseling is offered through administration of the Self-Directed Search with all 9 th graders and introduction of the CHOICES program in 10 th grade. Individual counseling is available to assist students in identifying their interests, strengths and goals. Personal counseling is available on a short term or emergency basis to assist any student who finds that personal concerns are interfering with his/her studies. The Guidance Counselor will assist in making referrals for students who may need mental health or substance abuse services, and will involve parents when appropriate. Parents who have any concerns about their child, whether general academic or social/emotional, are encouraged to contact the Guidance Office. If a student is having academic difficulty in a particular class, parents are encouraged to call the individual teacher involved. The Guidance Director will arrange parent-teacher conferences upon request. Confidentiality is always observed unless a student reveals any instances of abuse or neglect, or expresses any intention of harming him or herself or someone else.
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