Counselor's Desk

Ashley Nelson
Ashley Nelson
Counselor, Troy Junior Senior High School
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Troy Junior / Senior High School is dedicated to the empowerment of students to become responsible and productive members of society through education for a lifetime.

PRIDE                                              HONOR                                               TRADITION

 

FROM THE COUNSELOR – Mrs. Nelson                                                      February 2025 

And just like that, we have arrived in February! As we move through the second semester, there are lots of things to be completed. Here are some highlights of both opportunities as well as some important deadlines.  

  • Lewis-Clark State College (Seniors)

    On February 6, 2025, an admissions counselor will be at Troy Jr./Sr. High School to meet with any seniors that have been accepted and are interested in attending Lewis-Clark State College. They will be working with the seniors to make sure all their paperwork is completed, show them how to navigate their online portals, and go over what needs to be done before starting school in August.   

  • Boise State University and Idaho State University (Seniors)

    On February 25, 2025, an admissions counselor will be at Troy Jr./Sr. High School to meet with any seniors that have been accepted and are interested in attending Boise State University or Idaho State University. They will be working with the seniors to make sure all their paperwork is completed, show them how to navigate their online portals, and go over what needs to be done before starting school in August.   

  • University of Idaho Virtual Event: Q&A with Engineering Department (Seniors)

    The UofI is hosting a free virtual session for high school seniors on Tuesday, February 4 at 4:30pm. This is to ask questions, learn about their nationally ranked engineering and computer science degrees, and explore the many successful career paths available to Vandal engineers. If interested, you can register with this link: https://futurevandals.uidaho.edu/register/?id=f08ec40f-cd22-4d96-baa9-6ae826904698&utm_source=engr-elav-educator-emails-SEM-2&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=engr-recruitment&utm_content=engr-elav-educator-emails-SEM-2 

  • Scholarships (Seniors)

    Current scholarship lists are now available and can be obtained from the Counselor’s Office or in the Computer Lab (room 223). They are also attached to this email and can be found online at the Troy Jr. / Sr. High School website https://ths.troysd287.org/counselordesk in the Academics section under “Counselor’s Desk.” 

  • Campus Visits (Seniors)

    Most colleges will have some type of campus visit/orientation/registration event in the spring or summer. Some of these may be held in a virtual format. Be sure to check with the college you are going to attend to schedule a visit and do not miss any important registration deadlines. 

  • College Application Deadlines (Seniors)

    Please be aware that college application deadlines vary. Check each website to find the deadlines for your college of choice. 

  • FAFSA (Seniors)

    If you and your student have not completed the FAFSA you need to do so ASAP!  The FAFSA for 2025-2026 school year opened on December 1, 2024.  This should be completed before scholarship deadlines. Our FAFSA night has passed, so if you need assistance with this please reach out to me or the financial aid office of your student’s chosen post-secondary institution. Most colleges/universities and scholarships have a priority deadline of March 1.   

  • Career Fair – Lewiston High School (Juniors or Seniors)

    58 businesses are expected to attend a career fair at Lewiston High School on Wednesday, February 26. This event will be from 6:00-8:00pm. All are welcome to attend and major prizes will be given away for those that participate. 

  • SAT School Day (Juniors)

    The School Day SAT will be given on March 18, 2025 to all juniors. Since this is a Troy High School graduation requirement, this is required to be taken. The state of Idaho also pays for the students to take this. 

  • SAT Practice (Juniors)

Students can prepare by going to  https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/practiceand setting up a study program.  The PSAT results can be linked to Khan Academy to individualize the study program for the SAT.  Juniors have the opportunity to study for the SAT during 8th period (89 minutes twice/week). Another resource that they can use to study is: https://schoolhouse.world/. Schoolhouse offers classes in real time with live instructors on a number of subjects. The instructors are peers or near peers, and they receive certifications that demonstrate that they know their material. 

  • College and Career Assistance (All Students)

I am available to assist students with college applications, scholarship applications, job searches and applications, career explorations, and answer questions about anything college and career related. If you need some guidance on post-high school options, take a look at this website: https://nextsteps.idaho.gov/resources/postsecondary-education-training-options-the-basics

 

 Ashley Nelson

Troy School District Counselor

Troy Junior / Senior High School is dedicated to the empowerment of students to become responsible and productive members of society through education for a lifetime.

                                                                          PRIDE                                             HONOR                                                   TRADITION