Finding ways to continue to grow – a word from the Principal
“We have a lot to celebrate as we enter the midway point of quarter 3. With all of the extracurricular activities we have in Solon, we can forget about the amazing things happening within the walls of our building on a daily basis connected to learning and growth. Our staff continues to find the best possible way to serve your child on a daily basis and we trust this allows growth in their learning journey as well.” – Zach Wigle
Seniors, save the date
Friday, March 7 – Dollars for Scholars deadline
Wednesday, April 24 – NHS Induction, 7:00 p.m. in the Center for the Arts
Sunday, April 28 – Senior Awards Night, 3:00 p.m. in the Center for the Arts
Thursday, May 16 – Seniors’ last day
Sunday, May 19 – Graduation, 2:00 p.m.
National Honor Society
NHS Candidate information forms were sent to eligible students and should have arrived in the mail. Forms are due in the high school office by 3:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9. No late forms will be accepted. Contact Robert Taylor, NHS sponsor, with any questions at [email protected].
News from the High School Learning Center
Students from the High School Learning Center are grateful for the donations the community gave in efforts to contribute to the Holiday Service Project.
Collection bins were placed at all four schools within the SCSD. Together, 156 pounds of food was collected, and seven pounds of non-edible items were received (such as toothbrushes, hygiene items, and tissues). In addition, people gave monetary donations totaling $73.32!
Students were active in the action steps to make this Holiday Service Project a success. They created flyers, did announcements, collected bins, weighed the edible and non-edible items, counted money, and presented the collection to the food pantry in Solon. A big thanks goes out to this giving community. Students are looking forward to a Spring Service project (when the weather warms) where they will continue their learning on how to “give back” to our community!
2023-2024 Yearbook
Please help us create the best yearbook possible! Any of you can upload photos at any time all year long. Right now, we are specifically looking for girls and boys basketball, girls and boys wrestling, choir, club, and fall musical candids.
You are all welcome to start uploading pictures into your book at any time at https://plicbooks.com/go/C8GJ27. We encourage adding a tag to the photo uploads before uploading, so that pictures get categorized correctly in your yearbook.
Dates to add to your calendar
Feb. 8, 15, 22, and 29 – 1:30 p.m. early dismissal
Feb. 9 – NHS application forms are due
Feb. 19 – NO SCHOOL, professional learning for our teachers
Feb. 27 – 8th grade welcome/information night, 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium
From the Counseling Office
Mike Thompson, Solon HS Counselor
Phone – 319-624-3401 extension 1117
Email – [email protected]
Website – https://google.com/solon.k12.ia.us/solon-hs-counseling/home
To schedule an appointment – https://calendly.com/shscounselor-/meeting-with-mr-thompson
Katie Anderson, College and Career Transition Counselor
Phone – 319-624-3401 extension 1116
Email – [email protected]
To schedule an appointment – https://calendly.com/katie-anderson-3/30min
Wellness – Winter Grind
We are about at the midpoint of our third quarter, grinding away toward March and spring break. A lot of extracurricular events will happen between now and the end of the quarter. Having to stay indoors due to the weather can negatively impact our daily routines. Parents, be mindful of your students as they navigate the busyness of their lives, making sure your students maintain a good diet and continue to get enough sleep and rest. If you have concerns about your student, please let me know if I can help in any way. – Mike Thompson
Financial aid planning information
More detailed information about scholarships can be found on the Scholarship Information page of the Solon HS Counseling website (see above)
Assessment information
The next ACT is scheduled for April 13 with a March 8 regular registration deadline and a March 22 late registration deadline.
Information about college entrance assessments can be found on the Counseling Dept. website on the Assessment Page.
Career Exploration and Information – Summer 2024 Work-based Internship Opportunity
The Workplace Learning Connection (WLC) will be offering internship opportunities to current juniors and sophomores for summer 2024. An internship is a 60-hour on-site experience. Over the past three years, more Solon HS students have completed an internship during the summer months because they have more time to schedule the hours. Solon HS students who have completed an internship experience continually report that the experience solidified their career plan. Students who successfully complete an internship receive three (3) elective credits.
Application materials are due Friday, Feb. 9 at 3:00 p.m.
Spring 2024 internship:
To explore internship opportunities, go to www.kirkwood.edu/workplace-learning-connection/internships/explore.
To apply go to www.kirkwood.edu/workplace-learning-connection/internships/index.
The application portal closes at 3:00 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9
More detailed information about Spring 2024 internships and the next round of job shadows can be found on the Career Information page of the Counseling Dept. website.
Post-Secondary Exploration
Go to the Counseling Dept. website and click on the SHS Post-Secondary Visit Schedule under “More” to see the most up-to-date listing of college representatives visiting the high school.
Senior Alert – Upcoming scholarships from ICAN
Seniors, we’d love for you to get as much financial aid in scholarships to help fund your college education. Please visit ICAN’s Scholarship Database at www.icansucceed.org to see what scholarships are coming due in February. Remember to also check with your school counselor for local scholarships and the college you’re planning to attend for institutional scholarship.
If you have any questions about the scholarship process, or any part of the college journey, call ICAN at 877-272-4692 or email [email protected]
Activities Schedules
For all things activity related please go to https://wamacconference.org/public/genie/150/school/12/ for schedules, locations, dates, and times. The official live-stream link for Solon events can be found at www.solon.k12.ia.us/o/shs/page/athletic-events-live-streams. Any questions can be directed to Casey Hack, district Activities Director, at [email protected].
Solon High School
Email – [email protected]
Address – 600 West 5th Street, Solon
Phone – 319-624-3401
Facebook – www.facebook.com/SolonHighSchool/
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