Junior Counseling Meeting Information

Seniors/Senior Parents: Filing the FAFSA doesn't have to be overwhelming! Join us at 5:30 p.m. on November 2 in the ZW Cafeteria (LGI space) for an open drop-in session with an in-person financial aid expert! A representative from the State of Michigan will be on hand to provide a financial aid/FAFSA overview. Bring your student, bring your questions, and leave having a better understanding of the FAFSA and the financial aid process. Free refreshments provided!

Are you planning to continue your education after high school graduation but are overwhelmed at the prospect of paying for it? Do you aim to better understand the college funding options available to students? Have you heard of the FAFSA, but are confused on how to fill it out? The counseling office will be hosting a financial aid information session on Monday, November 2 during Advisory. Students will get an overview of financial aid and answers to some of the frequently asked questions. While the session is geared towards seniors, underclassmen are welcome to attend as they prepare for the future. If you are interested in participating, please complete this form by Wednesday, October 28 at NOON.

The AP Exam Registration deadline is Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 3:00 p.m. Please watch these video instructions, complete the AP Exam Registration Form, and submit payment. Information is also available in the Counseling Office Google Classroom under "Classwork." Anything received after the deadline will incur a $40 per exam late fee. 

Ottawa Area Academy Internship Program: The futurePREP'd Academy Program is open for winter enrollment! This program provides 9th-12th grade students with opportunities to learn about the professional world and complete an internship. Students will meet at a business location in West Michigan and will immerse themselves in the business with a team of other students from around Ottawa County to solve a real challenge that the business is facing. The program runs 2 days/week from approximately 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Jan. 5 to Feb. 25 and students will need to provide their own transportation. First year participants can earn 3 free transferable college credits and second year participants earn 3 additional credits. For additional information, or to apply to participate in this program, please visit this link or email Nicole Gitler at ngitler@oaisd.org. The deadline to register is 12/1.

Seniors: The Holland/Zeeland Promise Scholarship is a full-support scholarship providing financial assistance to highly motivated seniors who desire to attend college but have high financial need. Students interested in being nominated for this scholarship can find more scholarship details and complete the interest form linked HERE by Friday, October 23.