CCR Kaveman Compass 2/7/2025

Posted Date: 2/07/25 (3:00 PM)

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Kaveman Compass

Helping You Navigate Your Future

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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SENIORS: Deadlines are Approaching!

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

Scholarship for Kuna High Seniors!

Kuna High School students—these exclusive scholarships are just for YOU! 🎓 Your chances of receiving them are much higher than other scholarships, so don’t miss out!

✅ Submit your applications ASAP!

Kuna Education Foundation Scholarships - DUE: 3/3/2024

Matthew Scanlon Memorial Scholarship DUE: 3/3/2024

Tracy Edwards Memorial Scholarship - DUE: 3/3/2024

Idaho Community Foundation Kuna HIgh School Scholarship - DUE 3/15/2025

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!

Elevate Scholarship - DUE 2/10/2025

Epilepsy Foundation Morgan McGee Scholarship - DUE 6/15/2025

OPPORTUNITIES & EVENTS

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HSF Empowering Courageous Leaders Scholar Program

The IDFY Scholars Program, a free, yearlong leadership academy designed to help you develop leadership skills, make an impact in your community, and connect with like-minded peers. This unique program includes workshops, networking opportunities, and a capstone project.

📅 Apply now! Spots are limited.

🔗 Learn more & apply

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!

An invitation for 5th-12th grade students and their parents to attend the 3rd Annual KSD College & Career Fair on February 26, 2025 at Kuna High School Gymnasium.

🚨 Planning to Take a Summer Course at CWI? Register Early! 🚨

If you're enrolling in a CWI course directly this summer, registration opens March 3! Seats fill up fast, so plan ahead and submit your completed registration packet to Ms. Bauer before March 3 to secure your spot.

Steps to Register:

✅ Meet with your counselor or Ms. Bauer to determine the best course for your graduation plan.

✅ Find your class & section using the CWI Course Catalog.

✅ Complete the CWI registration packet.

✅ Submit your completed packet to Ms. Bauer for processing.

✅ CHECK YOUR EMAIL for confirmation, course dates, and other important details.

📢 Important Reminder:

If you don’t log in and begin your class on time, you could be dropped or not receive credit for the course.
This will affect your Advanced Opportunities funding, which may impact your ability to take future dual credit courses.
Kuna High School will NOT notify you when your class starts—it is your responsibility to check your email and the CWI portal for updates.

Questions? See Ms. Bauer for help! ⏳✨

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

GIRLS STATE REGISTRATION INFORMATION

*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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Gem State Boys State

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.

GEM BOYS STATE APPLICATION INFORMATION

*This event is not sponsored by the school. Students are responsible for their own registration and transportation to and from the event.

Opportunities Previously Posted.

2/20/2025 Embry Riddle: Using Machine Learning to Create the Future: Faculty Panel

2/22/2025 Engineering & Science Festival

2/28/2025 NNU Night of the Arts

2/28-3/2/2025 Youth Leadership Academy

4/24 - 4/25/2025 Engineering Design EXPO VIP Program

SENIOR SECTION

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!

Create your Next Steps Idaho account today! Instructions can be found here!

12th Grade Checklist

Idaho LAUNCH Grant Updates

*UPDATED* In-Demand Careers Class of 2025

*UPDATED* LAUNCH Approved Programs by Provider Class of 2025

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: