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Some of you may already be aware that the Department of Education announced Monday that beta testing for the 2025-2026 FAFSA has expanded to all students.
This article from NASFAA provides more information about the beta testing, application improvements and roll out, and what to expect in the coming weeks. MORE INFORMATION @ NASFAA | 2025-26 FAFSA Beta Testing Opens to All Students
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MTGU December 2024 NewsletterMontana University System sent this bulletin at 12/03/2024 11:50 AM MST Share / View as a Newsletter FAFSA Now Open!It's that time of year again. The 2025-2026 FAFSA application form is now available. 2025-2026 Form December MTGU Professional Development: FAFSA Support, December 5, 2024This academic year, MTGU is partnering with the Montana School Counselor Association to provide professional development opportunities to our stakeholders. Please join us Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. for the next one hosted by MTGU. Carroll College Director of Financial Aid Janet Riis will spend the first part of the PD discussing the FAFSA. Montana Educational Talent Search College Access Manager Dawes Elwood will spend the second part of the PD discussing FAFSA support offered through the MUS College Access Arc of Events. PD Zoom Link Supporting Students in Healthcare CareersThe Montana Consortium for Urban Indian Health is working on providing mentoring and support opportunities for students interested in healthcare occupations. Frances Altekruse, Workforce Program Manager, will present information on the work she is doing with college students and Urban Indian Organizations (UIO). Please join us to learn more about the work of MCUIH/UIO. We are also working on having some other organizations join the presentation that work with students and supporting the healthcare occupation pathways. January 9, 2025 10:00 a.m. Zoom Link Important InformationCompass Database CoBro is currently working on building the 2024-2031 database we will use for the new grant cycle. Please keep your sign-in sheets and activity documents until the database is ready. We appreciate everyone's patience. Once the database is ready we will hold trainings. The current database is designed only for the 2017-2024 data. Please do not add any information at this time. MTGU State Team Personnel As of December 2, 2024: Karen Wilson is back in her role as the MTGU School Grant Manager. John Kilgour is back in his role full-time as the MTGU Program Manager. We are actively recruiting for a Senior Project Manager, a Communications Manager, and a Data Analysis Manager. NCCEP National GU Academy NCCEP's online conference, National GEAR UP Academy, will be February 3-6, 2024. MTGU will get out applications by the end of this week for those interested in applying for a slot. MTGU will select up to 7 school district and/or campus personnel to attend the virtual opportunity. More information about the PD can be found here: https://www.edpartnerships.org/academy. Upcoming DatesMTGU Professional Development: FAFSA December 5, 2024 10:00 a.m. MSCA Resources for Supporting Rural and Native Students December 5, 2024 4:30 p.m. Out of Office The MTGU State Team is off during various times December 23-January 3 for vacation. MCUIH Presentation January 9, 2025 10:00 a.m. Reach Higher Montana Scholarship RHM scholarship plus others open via one application through their application portal. Opens January 1, 2025 Closes March 1, 2025 MORE INFORMATION @ MTGU December 2024 Newsletter
The National Association for College Admissions Counseling | NACAC is closely monitoring the evolving news about the coronavirus (COVID-19). See below for:
▶ Coronavirus and College Admission ▶ Updates on NACAC College Fairs and Conferences ▶ Information from Related Organizations ▶ Factors Affecting the College Admission Process ▶ Other Impacts ▶ Additional Resources MORE INFORMATION In accordance with the CDC recommendations to prevent the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), the MSCA Spring Conference has been cancelled. MSCA will issue full refunds to registrants starting this week. Refunds will be issued in the form of registration payment (i.e. credit cards will be credited, checks returned). MSCA knows how important professional development is for our members, therefore we will be working on duplicating the content of the conference in a “Virtual” Conference. Further communication about this opportunity will be heading your way in the coming weeks. In the meantime, for school counselors working to transition their programs online, check out the MSCA Resources and see here for help and resources from ASCA MORE INFORMATION
Virtual School Counseling Resources Planning for Virtual/Distance School Counseling During an Emergency Shutdown Download the PDF. Webinar on Demand: School Counseling in a Virtual Setting Watch the webinar. Open to members and nonmembers. Position Statement: The School Counselor and Virtual School CounselingRead the full position statement Magazine Article: It’s a Virtual World Read the article. Additional COVID-19 ResourcesHere are some suggestions and resources to consider as you provide support to your students regarding COVID-19. as well as links to other education-related organizations with valuable information to share. Coronavirus (COVID-19) Web CenterThis web center has been created to keep NASFAA members and the financial aid community updated on pertinent news related to the coronavirus (COVID-19). This web center is updated daily with new items marked as *NEW*.
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Attention Colleagues,
We are planning a VIRTUAL College Signing Day for Wednesday, May 6! The Montana University System and Reach Higher Montana are partnering to celebrate all Montana High School Seniors who plan to commit to their post-secondary plans. Please encourage every high school senior you know to visit ReachHigherMontana.org/classof2020 to learn more. All resources for student participation can be found at this website. We want to make sure all Montana high school students can participate. Here are two quick, easy ways for your students to join the fun. Email the following to: [email protected] High-quality video
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All materials are due no later than midnight on Wednesday, April 22, 2020. Materials may also be mailed to: Reach Higher Montana, 40 West 6th Avenue, Helena, MT 59601. All submissions received by Friday, April 10th, will be eligible for early bird drawings! Winners will be posted on ReachHigherMontana.org and will be shared on social media. Students who send in a video or email will be entered into a random drawing for prizes including a $500 scholarship, a laptop and more! We know there is great uncertainty in these times. We also know that students may not have the technology resources to participate. As such, we hope you will assist them as much as possible. Please help us spread the word about this great opportunity by sharing this information with your students and their families via email and social media. How your schools can participate:
Maria Lillrose College Access Manager Educational Talent Search Montana University System [email protected] 406-431-5057 cell 406-449-9138 office ACT UPDATES
ACT is offering digital learning and workforce resources to assist students, teachers, schools and workers impacted by COVID-19. We’re committed to serving community needs during this challenging time. The resources below are adaptable for use in home, through online learning and in workforce settings. Bookmark this page to stay on top of the ever-changing landscape as new resources and announcements are added. To see a full list of updates and resources visit the link below: MORE INFORMATION SAT / THE COLLEGE BOARD UPDATES Below you will find a summary updates relating to at-home digital AP exam and the AP Classroom supports. The full details of the update can be found on the AP Central Coronavirus Updates page. At-Home Digital Exams:
Due to the World Health Organization declaring the COVID-19 a global pandemic and several of the Montana Tribes limiting travel and group gatherings, we regret to inform you that the 2020 Montana Tribal College Fairs have been canceled. We are saddened to share this news, as we look forward to this team event with all of you each year. Due to this happening with only two weeks before this circuit, we recognize that this is an inconvenience and unfortunate for us all. The health and safety of everyone who participates in this event is our top priority. We appreciate your collaboration and service to students. In an effort to try and keep this partnership and service growing, we are still brainstorming ideas with our teams. We will be back in touch soon with more details about any alternative options and registration details. Thank you for your patience and understanding, as we all learn together in this new realm. Should you have any questions, please contact us. We appreciate your team efforts and welcome any ideas for continued collaboration. Please stay safe and healthy during this unique time. MPSEOC & The Montana Tribal College Team Following the votes at last month’s national conference to remove three provisions from NACAC’s Code of Ethics and Professional Practices (CEPP) and to institute a moratorium on enforcement of the entire document, members have asked for advice about what counselors can tell students and families moving forward. How will these changes affect students in the college admission process? What do students and their families need to know? And what can counselors tell them?
To help you respond, we asked NACAC colleagues on the Admission Practices Committee, Aaron Salasek and Stacey Cunitz, for their advice for counselors. Additionally, we are sharing an edited version of a letter prepared by NACAC member Rafael Figueroa, dean of college guidance at Albuquerque Academy (NM), for the parents of his students. Both documents, along with an updated version of the CEPP, are linked below. We hope these resources can help guide your conversations this fall with the understanding that it will still be some time until NACAC has complete details to share with you, our members. The US Department of Justice (DOJ) investigation has not yet been resolved. We don’t know when the DOJ will make its decision, what it will entail, if a consent decree will be imposed, or what the association will need to do in order to comply. In the interim, we hope these resources can be of assistance. Please feel free to share these with colleagues as well as with the students and families you serve:
Thank you for your attention to this important issue. I am confident that despite the CEPP changes our association can and will remain a champion for the ethical practice of college admission. If you have further questions or for more information, please contact NACAC's governance team. Sincerely yours, Jayne Caflin Fonash NACAC President Miles Community College
Job Title: Admissions Counselor Department: Student Services Job Status: Full Time Amount of Travel Required: 50% - 75% Reports To: Director of Financial Aid and Admissions; Dean of Enrollment Management and Educational Support Services ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Responsible for promotion of the College through high school visitations, college fairs, and career fairs. Visit all high schools assigned per recruitment plan and develop relationships with high school counselors and related personnel. Assist with the planning and implementation of a comprehensive 12-month recruitment strategy for prospective students which includes creating and working toward targeted enrollment goals. Knowledge of all academic programs offered through Miles Community College including all continuing education and workforce development initiatives and be able to relay the information to potential students, parents, counselors, community agencies, and other interested parties. Assist prospective students in navigating the college’s admissions and advising process. This includes assisting these prospective students in identifying resources on the College campus that would include student support services, academic advising, financial aid counseling, and Veteran’s benefits assistance. Assist Marketing Coordinator with maintenance of social media used for recruiting purposes. Compile admissions packets and other promotional materials used for recruiting. Create and generate recruiting mailings and coordinate prospect management using Access, Excel, and Banner. This will include compiling and reporting prospect data to supervisors. Provide campus tours, facilitate student/parent question and answer sessions, and assist families with the admissions process to include first semester advisement. Plan and administrate all Campus Preview Days. In conjunction with the Director of Financial Aid and Admissions, organize and facilitate student recruitment events for special populations of students, including adult learners. Advise Student Ambassador Program. Assist with facilitation of Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration (SOAR) sessions and advise new students. Assist with the planning of Welcome Wagon and participate in Welcome Wagon weekend. Fulfill recruitment responsibilities per recruitment plan which includes managing and executing communication plans. Organize and supervise the College's fair booths per recruitment plan. Organize and supervise the College's annual Bucking Horse Parade entry. Serve on selected college committees as requested. Must be able to work evening hours and occasional weekends. Significant travel, including overnight travel, required. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Financial Aid and Admissions, Dean of Enrollment Management, and Miles Community College President. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Competency Statement(s) Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Business Acumen - Understands basic business practices. Change Management - Communicates changes effectively. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources. Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Meets commitments. Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments. Initiative - Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent action. Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Improves processes, products and services. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment and materials properly. Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Adapts strategy to changing conditions. SKILLS & ABILITIES Education: Associate’s Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred. Degree must be from an accredited institution. Experience: Show experience and knowledge in regard to the organization and development of recruitment plans.
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