Turkeyfoot Valley Area School District

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Mrs. Teresa Wilhelm-Cook, School Counselor

Mrs. Cook 
Welcome to the School Counseling department of Turkeyfoot Valley Area School District.
I am the School Counselor for Pre-K through 12th grade. I have been employed at Turkeyfoot since 2001. I began as the Music Teacher/Music Director. I graduated from Frostburg State in 1982 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education.  In 2008, I again graduated from Frostburg State University with a Master of Science Degree in Education in School Counseling. 
At that time I became the Elementary School Counselor, in addition to my duties as the Music Teacher/Music Director. 
In 2014, I took over the duties as the School Counselor for the entire School District.
I live in Meyersdale, where I grew up,  with my husband and family.  I have two grown children, and three grandchildren.
I love the atmosphere of the small school here at Turkeyfoot.  It is like that of a family.
I want the best for all the students and strive to make that happen to the best of my ability.
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The following link provides information on financial aid.
https://www.intelligent.com/do-i-qualify-for-financial-aid/

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The Keystone State ChalleNGe Academy (KSCA) is accepting applications for its third class of cadets, which begins in July. KSCA is designed to give academically challenged teens a second chance at obtaining their basic education, as well as learning leadership, self-discipline and responsibility.

The program is open to 16- to 18-year-old male and female Pennsylvania residents who are failing to progress in high school or may not be on a clear path to graduating. Applicants must be willing to be drug free, free of felony convictions and voluntarily commit to the program. The program lasts for 17 months, with the first five months consisting of residential training at Fort Indiantown Gap in Lebanon County, followed by a year of mentorship back in the community.

Learn more about eligibility requirements and begin the application process here. Anyone who prefers to have an application mailed or would like to talk with someone about the program may contact the academy by emailing [email protected] or calling 717-861-7767 or 717-861-8831.

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Recently published an exclusive list of new scholarships and we'd love to receive applications from Turkeyfoot Valley Area Junior/Senior High School students. We’d be honored if you could share the available scholarships here: [https://]https://turketfoot.ss11.sharpschool.com/guidance/scholarships/other_scholarships.

You can find the updated list of Scholarships for High School Seniors here: https://bold.org/scholarships/by-year/high-school/seniors/ 

Along with the list of scholarships, the page is full of useful information. It talks about why scholarships are necessary, the different types of scholarships available, and how to apply/earn scholarships.

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• ALL Essays must be submitted electronically.

The Problem 1 out of 3 college students end up spending time and money on remedial math courses that don’t count toward their degrees because they lack sufficient math skills. ‌  The Solution Taking precalculus increases a student's likelihood of completing a bachelor's degree more than other advanced math courses in high school.

Can earn college credit and/or advanced placement, stand out to colleges, and often get high school GPA bonus points—powerful incentives to take AP and four years of math. Get more time with their teacher—140 hours compared to just 48 in a college precalculus course. Have access to digital learning and practice resources, including AP Daily videos—short on-demand videos that support what they're learning in class.

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Dear High School Students, Family Members, and School Counselors,

Sincerely, BG Robert “Hank” Sembower Jr. (R-PA) PA Co-coordinator - USMA West Point Field Force Email: [email protected] Bruce Apgar CDR USN (RET) Senior Naval Science Instructor  BG William D. Colvin (R-PA) PA Co-coordinator USMA West Point Field Force Email: [email protected] Charles “Chuck” Schrankel Deputy, Western PA - USMA West Point Field Force Email: [email protected] 

Additional Information: The following summer programs offer excellent opportunities for high school students to immerse themselves into the academic, military, and social life of a West Point cadet or Naval midshipman. These programs give you a taste of the character, determination, commitment to excellence, and leadership required to be a cadet or midshipman. 1. USMA – West Point, Summer Leadership Experience (SLE). Application window opens February 1, 2023. Two sessions: Session 1: June 3-9, 2023, and Session 2: June 10-16, 2023. 2. US Naval Academy Summer Seminar Program – Application window opened January 4, 2023. Three sessions: Session 1: June 3-8, 2023, Session 2: June 10-15, 2023, and Session 3: June 18-23. The following leadership, civic, and business-oriented programs provide high school students opportunities to participate in group activities while also expanding their individual skillsets needed to advance and excel in their careers. 3. Keystone Boys State (KBS) – will be held at Shippensburg University in Shippensburg, PA from Sunday, June 18 to Saturday, June 24, 2023. 4. Keystone Girls State (KGS) – will be held at will be held at Shippensburg University in Shippensburg, PA from June 18, 2023, through June 23, 2023. 5. Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week (PFEW) – will be held at Lycoming College, PA and Pennsylvania College of Technology both located in Williamsport, PA. Event dates are: a. Week 1 – July 2 - 7, 2023 b. Week 2 – July 9 - 14, 2023 c. Week 3 – July 23 - 28, 2023 d. Week 4 - July 30 - August 4

Information for College Financial Planning:
Saving for Your Child’s Education: 529 College Savings Plans - https://www.moneygeek.com/financial-planning/paying-for-college/choosing-529-plans/________

***Attention 2023 Seniors

***SAT Practice sites
satpractice.org
sat.org/practice tests (for printing paper practice tests)

***Scholarships you can control!!!

******Check out Raise.me a site where you input your information (grades & activities) and you can earn money towards your education.  Check out what colleges are participating.

******Also go to cb.org/opportunity to look at information on their College Board Opportunity Scholarships
Build your college list $500
Practice for the SAT $1000
Improve your score $2000
Strengthen your college list $500
Complete the FAFSA $1000
Apply to colleges $1000
Complete all SIX actions $40000

PLEASE CLICK ON THE USEFUL LINKS ON THE LEFT TO FIND COLLEGE PLANNING, FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIP LINKS!!

ALSO CLICK ON THE CALENDAR LINK TO FIND OUT WHAT IS GOING ON WITH THE GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT EACH MONTH!