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| | SENIORS: Deadlines are Approaching! |
2/7/2025 Idaho LAUNCH Grant The second round of contingent offers has been sent! To secure funding, you must accept your offer by Friday, February 7, 2025.
Remember, accepting now doesn't commit you permanently—you can always decline later. But if you miss the deadline, you lose the opportunity for funding.
How to Accept Your Contingent Offer: - Check your email or log into your Scholarship Idaho account.
- Click the “Red Action Required” button at the top of your account.
- Agree to the terms of the contingent offer and click “Accept.”
Come to the Career Center if you need help accepting your offer.
2/15/2025 FAFSA Deadline for many scholarships! - Create your FSA ID
- Complete the 2025-2026 form
- See Mrs. Bauer for help
*See FAFSA resources linked below in the Financial Aid Section.
3/1/2025 Idaho Opportunity Scholarship - FAFSA must be processed
- Cannot get both Idaho Opportunity and Idaho LAUNCH
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| NEW SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES | |
| Here are the latest scholarships shared with me this week, including some for all grade levels. Don’t forget to explore more opportunities in the financial aid section at the end of the newsletter!
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| | Save the Date: 3rd Annual KSD College & Career Fair |
Mark your calendars for February 26, 2025! This exciting event is designed for 5th-12th grade students and their parents to explore over 100 opportunities, including colleges, universities, trade schools, armed forces, local employers, and businesses.
Schedule: - 5:00–6:30 PM: 5th–8th grade students and parents
- 6:30–8:00 PM: 9th–12th grade students and parents
- (Feel free to attend anytime; sessions are divided to help with crowd control.)
🎉 Raffle Prizes: Participate for a chance to win fantastic prizes!
🍕 Food Trucks: Enjoy Off the Grid Pizza and Rusty Dog Corn Dogs to fuel your evening.
Don’t miss this opportunity to plan for your future while having fun! | |
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| | The University of Idaho College of Engineering is hosting a virtual session for high school seniors to ask questions, learn about our nationally ranked engineering and computer science degrees, and explore the many successful career paths available to Vandal engineers!
Ask Us Anything!
College Resources for Your Students: Q & A with U of I Engineering.
Virtual Event Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025 4:30 p.m. PST
Students will meet future professors and fellow students, ask questions in a relaxed setting and gather needed information to make the best decisions for their bright futures! | |
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| | Mosaic is a special event for high school seniors from diverse backgrounds to explore Boise State University! Join us on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, from 9:30 AM – 12 PM MST for interactive workshops, campus resource sessions, and a chance to compete for a scholarship.
Eligibility: Open to Class of 2025 seniors who meet at least two of the following: ✅ First-generation college student ✅ Demonstrated financial need ✅ Enrolled in AVID, GEAR UP Idaho, or Federal TRIO
For more info, contact Sergio Orozco at sergioorozco302@boisestate.edu.
*This event is not sponsored by the school. Students are responsible for their own registration and transportation to and from the event. | |
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| | Idaho Syringa Girls State |
American Legion Auxiliary Girls State Girls State is a nonpartisan program that teaches young women about responsible citizenship and government through hands-on learning. High school juniors spend a week immersed in state and local government functions, gaining leadership experience and civic awareness. Participants may be sponsored by local Auxiliary units, and two students from each state are selected for Girls Nation in Washington, D.C.
Eligibility: Open to high school juniors who demonstrate leadership, character, and service.
For more information, contact IdahoALAGSSecretary@gmail.com
*This event is not sponsored by the school. Students are responsible for their own registration and transportation to and from the event. | |
| Boys State is a highly respected, hands-on government education program for high school juniors. Participants take on roles in city, county, and state government, gaining leadership experience and civic knowledge. Activities include legislative sessions, court proceedings, law enforcement presentations, and more. Sponsorships are often available through local American Legion Posts or community organizations.
*This event is not sponsored by the school. Students are responsible for their own registration and transportation to and from the event. | |
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| | The iDFY Leadership Academy is a dynamic 3-day, 2-night event designed for all Idaho students in grades 8 through 12, focusing on leadership development, positive influence, and personal growth.
Event Details: - Dates: February 28 – March 2, 2025
- Location: Trinity Pines Camp & Conference Center, Cascade, Idaho
- For: Idaho Students in grades 8-12 & Adult Chaperones and/or iDFY Advisors
- Theme: “Sweet Imperfections” – Emphasizing that imperfection isn’t a weakness but the spark that makes leadership authentic, relatable, and powerful.
- Cost: $150 (scholarships are available)
Highlights: - Engaging Workshops: Participate in interactive sessions that build confidence and enhance leadership abilities.
- Fun Events: Enjoy a variety of activities designed to foster teamwork and personal growth.
- Scholarship Opportunities: Financial assistance is available to ensure accessibility for all interested students.
*This event is not sponsored by the school. Students are responsible for their own registration and transportation to and from the event. | |
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| Opportunities Previously Posted. |
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| | 12th Grade Pathway Plan: The High School to Career Process |
Next Steps Idaho is a one-stop shop for all things College and Career Readiness in the State of Idaho! Creating an account will help you save all your research and documents in one place so that as a senior you are prepared to fill out job , scholarships, and college applications!
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| | Idaho LAUNCH Grant Updates |
The second round of contingent offers has been sent! To secure funding, you must accept your offer by Friday, February 7, 2025.
Remember, accepting now doesn't commit you permanently—you can always decline later. But if you miss the deadline, you lose the opportunity for funding.
How to Accept Your Contingent Offer: - Check your email or log into your Scholarship Idaho account.
- Click the “Red Action Required” button at the top of your account.
- Agree to the terms of the contingent offer and click “Accept.”
Come to the Career Center if you need help accepting your offer. | |
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| Still Need to Apply for Idaho LAUNCH? |
💡 Still Interested?
If you missed the first round, it’s not too late! You can still apply, and a second round of offers will be released in the spring.
Eligibility Checklist To be eligible for Idaho LAUNCH funding, make sure you: - Complete the Idaho LAUNCH Grant application in Scholarship Idaho.
- Finish the Idaho LAUNCH Career Portfolio in Next Steps Idaho.
💬 Need support? Visit the Career Center for help verifying your steps or completing your application.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to invest in your future! | |
| Complete your Career Pathway Plan | |
| | Application and Financial Aid Resources |
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| | 11th Grade Pathway Plan: The High School to Career Process |
Next Steps Idaho is a one-stop shop for all things College and Career Readiness in the State of Idaho! Creating an account will help you save all your research and documents in one place so that as a senior you are prepared to fill out job , scholarships, and college applications!
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| | 10th Grade Pathway Plan: The High School to Career Process |
Next Steps Idaho is a one-stop shop for all things College and Career Readiness in the State of Idaho! Creating an account will help you save all your research and documents in one place so that as a senior you are prepared to fill out job , scholarships, and college applications!
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| | 9th Grade Pathway Plan: The High School to Career Process |
Next Steps Idaho is a one-stop shop for all things College and Career Readiness in the State of Idaho! Creating an account will help you save all your research and documents in one place so that as a senior you are prepared to fill out job , scholarships, and college applications!
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| | - 2/3/2025 Lunch & Learn: Northwest Nazarene University
- 2/7/2025 Idaho LAUNCH Contingent Offer Deadline
- 2/10/2025 Higher Education Tour (Juniors only)
- 2/15/2025 FAFSA Deadline for scholarships
- 2/26/2025 3rd Annual KS College and Career Fair
- 3/1/2025 Idaho Opportunity Scholarship Deadline
- 3/1/2025 Idaho Governor's Cup Academcy Scholarship Deadline
- 3/10/2025 ASVAB at KHS
- 3/12/2025 ISU Signing Day
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| | These scholarships are exclusively for Kuna High School students and will be awarded in May. | |
| NSI Scholarship Discovery Center |
- Closing Soon
- Idaho Scholarships
- Scholarship Idaho
- 2-Year College Scholarships
- 4-Year College Scholarships
- Career Technical Scholarships
- And more!
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| COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CONTACTS | |
| MILITARY RECRUITER CONTACTS | |
| | Set up a meeting with the College & Career team to discuss you or your student's specific goals.
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