Mrs. Steinbrunner (A-D)

Mrs. Charles (E-K)

Mrs. Squires (L-Q)

Mr. Schneider (R-Z)

January 5:  Classes Resume

January 6 - 7: MAPS Testing

January 8th- ACCESS testing begins (EL) 

January 12th- ASK Business Career Readiness exam

January 28: Parent Teacher Conferences 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Scheduling 

Counselors will start meeting with student one-on-one to discuss requests for next year.  After the meeting, students will be sent home with a form with the final requests.  We ask that you please sign the copy and return to their counselor.  There are NO SCHEDULE CHANGES. 

1. SENIORS ~ Transportation Construction Opportunity:  

Apply NOW! Next semester-Transportation Construction Program.  We have a new opportunity for seniors interested in transportation construction careers. (Program runs Feb 20-May 1)

Please see the info and application for the 9 week (Fridays only) transportation construction program here: LINK

Copies of the application can be picked up from (Mrs. Lovins) in 119C 

If I am not in my office, applications are in a hanging file outside my door.

Return applications to Mrs. Lovins by January 9. (Return to me in-person--do not leave in hanging file or in main office etc.)

Note you will miss school 9 Fridays to attend if you are selected, so you must be passing all classes and making progress toward on-time graduation-- and have no more than 6 unexcused absences. A 2.0 unweighted GPA is also required.

Transportation is NOT provided.

At the end of the program, some students may be hired to work on the Brent Spence Bridge project with a prevailing wage of $18-30/hour (must be age 18 or older to be hired)

2. St. Elizabeth Volunteer Opportunity: Applications for the St. Elizabeth Healthcare High School Volunteer Program and registration for the next Information Sessions will be available online January 5th at 8:00am at www.stelizabeth.com/high-school-volunteer

You must be able to commit to one 3-4 hour volunteer shift per week. See the link above for more details.

Questions? Contact Volunteer Services, St. Elizabeth Healthcare at Volunter@stelizabeth.com

3. University of Kentucky Athletic Training Aide Opportunity:  Senior students who hold a 2.75 or above cumulative GPA and may be interested in becoming a student athletic training aide at the University of Kentucky

What is an Athletic Trainer? 

Athletic Trainer Letter

Athletic Trainer Application (Feb. 15, 2026 Deadline)

4.Cincinnati ZOO Teens: ZooTeens (age 13-17)  The ZooTeen program is perfect for teenagers who are passionate about nature, animals and conservation!  As a ZooTeen, you’ll dive into a world of adventure, building knowledge and gaining hands-on experience while connecting with people. You’ll develop leadership and professional skills while having a blast working with others in education programs, engaging with Zoo visitors, collecting community science data, and getting involved in the community.   

Apply:  Applications for the summer 2026 season will be open from December 1, 2025 – January 31, 2026.  

The summer 2026 volunteer period will be from May 25, 2026 – August 15, 2026.  

  5.Panorama Survey: Your child's results will be sent home early January.  

January: Order Cap & Gown if you have not done so

May 30: Graduation @ NKU

Graduation Requirements:

• 30 Credits (unless credits were adjusted due to enrollment from another school)

• Completion of EverFi Course (Financial Literacy) OR Personal Finance Class

• Completion of YouScience

• Completion of Civics Test

• Senior Project (Assigned through English IV classes and due at the end of the school year)

Cap and Gown Online Order (scroll to the bottom)

Cap & Gown Assistance Form (Due 3/1/2026)

Scholarships

College Career Visit Sign Up

January Mental Wellness Tip:  Exercise Snacks

‘Exercise snacking’ is a phrase used for bite-sized workouts that can be performed throughout the day.  There are many benefits to these short bursts of excercise throughout your day including cardiovascular health, muscle strength, metabolic efficiency, and mental health benefits.  

Mental Health Benefits:  Exercise snacks also offer substantial psychological benefits. Engaging in physical activity, even briefly, stimulates the release of endorphins, neurotransmitters that produce feelings of happiness and euphoria. Additionally, the accomplishment of completing exercise snacks can bolster self-esteem and promote a sense of well-being.  (https://julielohre.com/exercise-snacks/)

Exercise Snacks:  Click for ideas and to track.  Make this a goal for your New Year to help improve your mental & physical well being. 

Northern Kentucky Directory for Assistance 

Many things including:

Hotlines

Clothing

Disability

Food

Housing

Legal

Medical

Shelters

Safe Schools