**Seniors and Parents of Seniors: Today is the first day you can fill out the FAFSA online. Mrs. Paddick has given seniors information needed for filling out the FAFSA. Go to fafsa.edu.gov Please fill out by October 31, 2019 as some financial aid is first come first serve.
Seniors and Juniors:
A representative from the University of Southern Indiana (USI) will be at MCHS Today September 30 at 2:30 in room 301. If you are interested in U.S.I.., please sign up in the Guidance Office. The sign-up binder is on Mrs.Paddick's door.
Marching Aces take 1st Place 3A Trophy, 1st Place Drum Major, 1st Place Percussion and prestigious Miss D Crowd Appeal Award in the Newton Marching Eagles Band Classic. Go Aces!
This is a reminder that all school registration fees need to be paid by the end of October. You have 3 options to pay on- line, mail, or bring to office. If you have a question please call the school. The negative balance is the amount due to bring your account back to $0.
Seniors:
A congressional nomination is required for students wishing to enter the U.S. Military Academy, West Point, NY; the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD; the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, CO; and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NY. Successful applicants will have a broad academic background, the ability to pass a physical aptitude test, and strong leadership potential.
Students may find the Congressional application online at shimkus.house.gov/services/academy. The application must be returned to Shimkus' office by November 1, 2019. In addition to applying with his office, students MUST also complete applications online with each academy they are interested in attending.
YEARBOOK SALE! There are a few extra 2019 High School Yearbooks if anyone wants to purchase one. They are $50, cash or check only and may be purchased in the MCHS Art Room. There are also 2018 Yearbooks available for sale at $25.
Seniors:
Jason Ile Memorial Scholarship: The Jason Ile Memorial Fund recipient must be a graduating senior from the class of 2020 who takes getting behind the wheel seriously. The recipient must have a clean driving record and be a student in good standing with no failing grades.
Applications are available in the MCHS Guidance Office.
The application and all other requirements must be submitted to the Guidance Office by Friday, April 24, 2020.
Freshmen:
Giveback is a scholarship opportunity that partners with respected universities and colleges in Illinois to give students the opportunity to attend school at little or no cost for tuition, standard fees room and board. Giveback selects scholarship recipients early---in the ninth grade---in order to prepare them for college. Once selected, the scholars are paired with a qualified mentor to assist the student in staying on track, reaching successive goals, and navigating the complexity of college preparation. Students with special circumstances, such as homelessness, foster care, or an incarcerated parent, are strongly encouraged to apply.
More information and brochures are available in the Guidance Office.
Lots of Movie Stars graced the halls today! Movie Character Day. Go Aces!
Mrs. Witsman's classes created Snapchat filters for Homecoming. Savannah Ammon's design was selected among her peers. There will be a filter available during the game and dance. Please make sure your phone and app are updated to view the filter. Have a great Homecoming! Go Aces!
Mount Carmel High School Varsity Football game originally scheduled for Friday, September 27th with Marquette Catholic has been RESCHEDULED. The game will be played on Saturday, September 28th at 6:00 pm. Gates will open at 4:00 pm
We've got the spirit, yes we do. We've got the spirit, how about you! Class Color Day. Go Aces!!
Aloha! Hawaiian Beach Day Spirit Week Day 2! Just a few captures. Go Aces!
MCHS Cross Country Meet scheduled for today in Olney has been CANCELLED. Their next meet will be this Thursday (9/19) @ NCOE at 3:30.
A lot of RED, WHITE and BLUE Spirit today for Homecoming Spirit Week! Excitement is brewing. Go Aces!
Seniors:
The Elks National Foundation (ENF) awards $2.44 million annually in MVS scholarships to 500 high school seniors nationwide. Any high school senior who is a U.S. citizen may apply for a MVS scholarship.
Applications will be judged on:
· Scholarship
· Leadership
· Financial Need
Applications are available online only. For details and to access the application, visit enf.elks.org/mvs
Applications must be submitted online by November 5, 2019.
Friday marked the mid term for 1st quarter at the Jr/Sr High. We encourage you to log in to Lumen to check your student's updated grades. If you have any questions regarding a grade or grades, it is typically most effective to email the teacher directly.
Homecoming Dance is Saturday, September 21 from 8 to 10. Admission is $5. Location is Mt. Carmel Grade Schoo (old Middle School) Cafeteria. Ally Mae Images will be there from 7 to 8:30 to take Homecoming couple pictures. Forms will be in office after Wednesday
Homecoming Parade starts at 3:00 from High School
if you are in the parade we need you to be behind gym by 2:30
2019 Yearbooks have arrived. They will be distributed during advisory today. 2019 graduates can pick theirs up in the office during regular school hours. You and/or a family member must sign for your book before taking it home.