MHS Counselors
Meredith Bagnell (A-D) - meredith.bagnell@fcps.org 240-236-7404 Brad George (E-K) - bradley.george@fcps.org 240-236-7436 Erin Phelps (L-Rod) - erin.phelps@fcps.org 240-236-7402 Paula Langley (Roe-Z) - paula.langley@fcps.org 240-236-7405
IMPORTANT DATES
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Event
Time
Dates and times are subject to change
INFORMATION FOR SENIORS
SENIORS - HOW TO EXPORT FCPS GOOGLE DRIVE FILES To take your FCPS Google Drive files and other Google data with you when you leave FCPS, follow the steps in this link using the device on which you want to download your data. Read the Notes at the bottom of this document before starting.
Instructions: How To Export Google Drive Files
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Check Naviance for paperwork and requirements for these and other scholarship opportunities! Applications in bold are local scholarships - for MHS students, FCPS students and/or residents of Maryland.
To Access Scholarships On Naviance, Click on the following Tabs: Colleges Tab Scholarships and Money Scholarship List
Go to Naviance to access this information.
To Request Official Transcripts for Scholarships or Personal Use on Naviance, click on the following tabs: Colleges Tab Apply to College Manage Transcripts Red "+" button Other Transcript
Enter information as completely as possible. Enter special instructions in the note section, (for example, "Please email transcript to (insert email address)" or "Please include counselor recommendation form"). There will be a $2.00 fee (cash or check payable to MHS) per official transcript prepared, payable when the transcript is picked up. You will be notified when it is ready. Please allow 5 business days for a transcript request.
STEPS TO FINALIZE ENROLLMENT IN FCC DUAL ENROLLMENT COURSES FOR 2021-2022 If you signed up to take any Frederick Community College Dual Enrollment courses in the 2021-2022 school year, there are still additional steps you must take to ensure you have a seat in the class, if you haven't already done so.
IMPORTANT: In order to secure your seat(s) in the course(s), you must finalize your enrollment in the courses. Follow the instructions below to finalize your enrollment. Enrollment in FCC classes is limited, and seats will be filled in the order that completed packets are received.
1. APPLY TO FCC here if you have not yet done so.
On the application, under "Enrollment," check "Dual Enrollment." Application is free/no obligation. Do NOT use your FCPS email address. After you complete the application, FCC will send you an FCC ID number and FCC email address. Save this, as you will need the information!
2. Complete and Submit the Dual Enrollment Participation Form to the MHS Counseling Office ASAP. Email PDFs (no pictures) to Ms. Bertulaitis (jennifer.bertulait@fcps.org) or drop off/send hard copies to the MHS Counseling Center.
- IMPORTANT: You MUST include your FCC ID number on this form. It will be considered incomplete if your ID number is not listed. List ALL of the FCC courses you will be taking next year.
Please refer to the information below to assist you in filling out the chart on the back of the Dual Enrollment Participation form:
High School Based FCC courses offered at MHS for 2021-22:
Course Catalog Number
Course Description
Number of Credits
EN 101
English 101 - Composition
3
EN 102
English 102 - LIterature
Math 120 (Statistics)
Statistics
Math 185 (Calculus 1)
Calculus 1
4
BSCI 150 (Bio)
Biology
SOC 101 (Sociology)
Sociology
BMGT 103 (Business)
Introduction to Business
**NOTE: Students with an IEP or 504 who would like accommodations in FCC classes - you need to schedule an appointment with the Office of Students with Disabilities at FCC. Call 301-846-2408 or email DisabilityServices@frederick.edu
JUNIORS: GET A HEAD START ON YOUR COLLEGE APPLICATIONS! RISING Seniors – Do you want to get a head start on your college applications? A good place to start is the essay. Here’s a link to the Common Application essay prompts. The Common Application will allow you to apply to multiple colleges at once. You’ll only need to write one from these selections. Choose your favorite and start writing!
Common Application Essay Prompts
JUNIORS: STUDENTS AND PARENTS OF CLASS OF 2022 Please Join Class of 2022 Schoology Group Juniors and their parents/guardians: Please join the Schoology group for the class of 2022. The code to use is TFZP-6WGB-4HNPJ. This group will be used to communicate information about senior events next year with the exception of prom, yearbook and counseling.
Donate Your AP, IB and SAT Exam Review Books Monday, June 14 - Thursday, June 17 Do you have any AP, IB, SAT, or other exam review books that you no longer want or need? If so, consider donating them to ApCYCLE! Your donations will contribute to the current inventory of 200+ books, which have been donated to disadvantaged students across the nation. ApCYCLE accepts books in any and all conditions and editions! For more information, see ApCYCLE's website here. Donation Details:
STUDENT MATERIAL COLLECTION INFORMATION Students: it is very important that you turn in ALL materials, library books, instruments and any athletic equipment or uniforms assigned to you. Please turn in your Chromebook and charger if you will not be attending an FCPS school in the fall. You will be responsible for financial obligations for any unreturned items. Cohort B returned materials ton Friday, June 11.
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND VIRTUAL COLLEGE ACCESS CONFERENCE Saturday, June 26 9:45 AM - 1:45 PM This event is designed to offer guidance to first-generation and underrepresented 10th and 11th grade students as they prepare for applying to college. Students will be able to attend different sessions and learn about completing the application, writing a college essay, qualifying for merit scholarships and applying for financial aid. They'll also be able to explore our academic programs and even attend a virtual tour. More information is found HERE
¡Estamos encantados de compartir una próxima oportunidad para sus estudiantes y sus familias! El sábado 26 de junio de 9:45 a.m. a 1:45 p.m. organizaremos nuestra Conferencia Anual de Acceso a la Universidad, virtualmente. Este evento está diseñado para ofrecer orientación a los estudiantes de grados 10 y 11 que son primera generación y subrepresentados mientras se preparan para solicitar la universidad. Los estudiantes podrán asistir a diferentes sesiones sobre temas como completar la solicitud, escribir un ensayo universitario, calificar para becas de mérito y solicitar ayuda financiera. También podrán explorar nuestros programas académicos e incluso asistir a una visita virtual.
MHS YEARBOOK DISTRIBUTION Wednesday, July 28, 3 PM - 7 PM Middletown High School yearbooks will be distributed on Wednesday, July 28, at the back cafeteria doors, from 3 PM to 7 PM. The yearbook is being distributed during the summer because in-person school events were not held until the second semester, which caused a delay in gathering content for the book and in getting it printed. Students who are unable to pick up their book at the designated time may have someone else pick it up for them, but that person must have an ID and sign for the book. Middletown High School yearbooks will be distributed on Wednesday, July 28, at the back cafeteria doors, from 3 PM to 7 PM. Any books not picked up on July 28 may be picked up in the front office on Thursday, July 29 from 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Students that are unable to pick up on July 28 or July 29 should call the front office at 240-236-7400 to schedule a pick up time.
Frederick County Virtual Outside of School (VOS) VOS courses are designed for independent and self-motivated learners. VOS offers honors level courses and electives. Students are enrolled in comprehensive blended online courses and are required to attend synchronous video conferencing sessions once a month. An asynchronous student and parent orientation is required to complete the registration process. VOS courses have defined start and end dates. For more information, see link below:
VOS Information
2021 SUMMER SCHOOL OPTIONS Are you interested in SUMMER SCHOOL, getting ahead academically, or recovering a credit? There are three options for you!
1. Site Based Virtual Summer School (SBSS) Virtual courses are completed in-person at MHS with the support of a Mentor Teacher. This program is offered through the FCPS Virtual School.
2.. Virtual Summer School (VSS) The FCPS Virtual School provides the opportunity for students to take completely virtual courses. VSS is a 5-week program designed for independent and self-motivated learners, who must commit to 15-20 hours per week of independent work. One day a week, the student participates in a Google Meet with the teacher. Students must be enrolled with FCPS and entering 9th-12th grade in the fall of 2021. The rest of the course is self-paced, independent work. Completed forms must be turned in to your counselor by 3 PM on Thursday, June 17.
WORK BASED LEARNING PROGRAMS & OPPORTUNITIES
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Gibson (alisa.gibson@fcps.org) or Mr. Zimmer (james.zimmer@fcps.org)
CREDITS, GRADE PROMOTION AND GRADUATION If you're not sure you understand how earning credits towards graduation works, watch this video! It provides a clear explanation of all you need to know. This is especially recommended for students in earlier grades - rising 9th and 10th grades, but all students and parents can benefit.
Credits, Promotion & Graduation
SUPPORT SERVICES:
Mental Health Resources The Maryland Department of Health released a “Student and Young Adult Resource Guide for Coping During COVID-19”. Click here to see it. It’s a handy, comprehensive guide created for secondary and college students to spotlight issues and find resources on how to help themselves and each other through the continued adjustment to pandemic-created changes. Many of the resources also support elementary students. The FCPS Mental Health Matters page can be found here. Students and family members who are experiencing difficulty may wish to contact the Frederick County Mental Health Association (MHA).
Walk-In Behavioral Health Services The Walk-in Service has resumed seeing clients in person at their office located at 226 South Jefferson Street in Frederick for those who prefer to see someone face to face. They are also continuing to offer their Virtual Walk-In platform for those who feel more comfortable with that. The MHA's call center is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. From intervention, a caring and supporting voice at a moment of crisis, to connecting to resources and information, dial 211.
Child Protective Services (CPS): 301-600-2464 Help for physical, sexual, emotional abuse or neglect. Crisis Services: Dial 211 - Help when you feel really anxious or really depressed and need someone to talk with so that you can stay safe. Maryland Anonymous Tip Line: 1-833-632-7233 - Report threats or situations that put your safety, or others' safety, at risk. Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 - Help if you are thinking about suicide.
Help Finding Local Food Distribution Sites: Use the link below to search your address. A list of food distribution sites will appear including the hours of distribution.
Local Food Distribution Sites
SELECTIVE SERVICE REGISTRATION This is a reminder that all males are required by law to register for the Selective Service within 30 days of their 18th birthday. Preregistration can be done at 17 years, 3 months and the registration held until the 18th birthday. Failure to register can create future issues: the inability to receive federally funded college loans and grants, to obtain federally funded training and certification programs and federal employment. To register, go to SSS.gov
Counseling Office Staff
Last Names A-D: Meredith Bagnell, 240-236-7404 Last Names E-K: Brad George, 240-236-7436 Last Names L-Rod: Erin Phelps, 240-236-7402 Last Names Roe-Z: Paula Langley, 240-236-7405
Registrar: Niki Dillard, 240-236-7401 Counseling Secretary: Jennifer Bertulaitis, 240-236-7403
Fax: 240-236-7580 Visit the MHS School Counseling Page