MHS Counselors’ Corner   

All Grade Levels: 

• Softball Gear: Help support the Manhattan High School softball team by ordering some softball apparel, $5 from each item goes to your Lady Indians: MHS Softball Store. The store is now reopened until Sunday April 6th.
• The Geary Riley Saline Alumnae chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc is holding a prom dress and suit giveaway event. They are giving away new and gently used dresses and/or suit items to students in the Geary Riley and Saline counties. Date: Saturday, April 5^th. Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Location: 12th street Community Center 1002 W 12th St, Junction City 66441. Not affiliated with MHS, please contact the organization directly with any questions. 
• Juniors and Seniors – Are you interested in a career in Law Enforcement? Any Junior or Senior with a C+ grade average can get hands on experience with the operations of law enforcement! For details and an application, see Ms. Bonnette in the senior office, room D-105A! The academy runs from June 15 – June 20 and the sponsor/application fees are paid for by The Manhattan Post 17 Sons of the American Legion. Application deadline has been extended to April 15th. Not affiliated with MHS, please contact the organization directly with any questions.
• Manhattan High School will be providing students the opportunity to take the ASVAB in the month of April. The next ASVAB is scheduled for April 16, 2025 in the Little Theater from 8:00am-9:30am. The ASVAB measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success.  The test is open to students in grades 10, 11, and 12.  There is no fee for the exam and no military obligation.  There are currently 60 open seats.  Registration will open March 13, 2025 and will close April 11, 2025 or once all seats are filled. To register, use the provided link: ASVAB Sign-Up
   Direct any questions to Mr. DeShawn Fogle, Sophomore Grade Level Counselor.

Seniors:  

• Advisory Topic 4/2: Character Strong 12 – Practicing Leadership
• IMPORTANT GRADUATION UPDATE: Caps and gowns were supposed to be here yesterday, however, they are delayed for 1-2 weeks approximately. If you HAVE NOT ordered a cap and gown, do so immediately, or come to the senior office to talk to Ms. Ridder or Ms. Julian. Graduation invites did arrive yesterday and are available for pick up if you ordered them.
• Senior Distinguished Service Hours: Due April 18, 2025 on X2Vol
• SENIORS! We have tons of added scholarships to our website and scholarship list. Go to the following link to view the scholarship list and many other scholarships: MHS Financial Aid and Scholarships 
• Financial Scholars Essay Contest: Five winners will be awarded a $5,000 scholarship based on an essay that covers topics surrounding financial literacy. Please help us share this great opportunity with high school seniors in your community. Essays and entry forms are due on April 1, 2025. Official rules, flyer, and entry form are available at KansasFinancialScholars. Not affiliated with MHS, please contact the organization directly with any questions.
• Geary Riley Saline Alumnae Scholarship Opportunity: The Delta Sigma Theta Sorority has an annual scholarship opportunity for an African American female high school senior who wishes to enroll in a degree on a full-time basis at any accredited college or university of their choice. The requirements are a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or better and must be involved in the community. The deadline to apply is April 15, 2025. The chapter wants to aware 2-3 students up to the amount of $1,000 each. Here is the link: GRS Application or come to the senior office to get a copy. Not affiliated with MHS, please contact the organization directly with any questions.

Juniors:  

• Advisory Topic 4/2: Character Strong 12 – Barriers to Belonging pt. 2
• Class of 2026 Cameron Impact Scholarship: Early deadline is May 21, 2025, a max of 3,000 applications meeting the following eligibility: 3.7 cumulative, unweighted GPA, US Citizen, and demonstrated passion for community, leadership, and extracurriculars. For more information, click the following link: Cameron Impact Scholarship. Not affiliated with MHS, please contact the organization directly with any questions.

Sophomores:  

• Advisory Topic 4/2: Character Strong 12 – Society and Well-Being
• Kansas State University for Sophomores Only 2025 will be April 11-12! Since 1993, For Sophomores Only has given high school sophomores a chance to learn about college life. This event is planned in conjunction with the K-State All-University Open House each spring, giving prospective students a chance to experience the university. The program is planned and hosted by Student Alumni Board. All high school sophomores are invited to attend. Sophomores spend Friday evening and Saturday morning with the program. Then they are dismissed to explore K-State's All-University Open House for the rest of the day. Not affiliated with MHS, please contact the organization directly with any questions.
• Social Impact Lab: Kansas State University Departments of Applied Human Sciences and Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work are co-hosting their annual Social Impact Lab on April 2nd from 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM with an optional tour from 1:15 PM – 2:15 PM. Free event for students in grades 7-10 who are interested in learning more about careers in helping professions through hands-on activities. A list of breakout sessions and registration information can be found here: Social Impact Lab Registration. Not affiliated with MHS, please contact the organization directly with any questions.

Freshman:  

• Advisory Topic 4/2: Character Strong 12 – Connecting Values and Friendship
• Social Impact Lab: Kansas State University Departments of Applied Human Sciences and Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work are co-hosting their annual Social Impact Lab on April 2nd from 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM with an optional tour from 1:15 PM – 2:15 PM. Free event for students in grades 7-10 who are interested in learning more about careers in helping professions through hands-on activities. A list of breakout sessions and registration information can be found here: Social Impact Lab Registration. Not affiliated with MHS, please contact the organization directly with any questions.