Alert
Monday, March 10 we have school all day
Tuesday, March 11 early out 1:45 (parent teacher conferences from 4-8pm)
Wednesday, March 12 normal school day
Thursday, March 13 early out 1:45 (parent teacher conferences from 4-8pm)
Friday, March 14 no school
Monday, March 17- Friday, March 21 no school (Spring Break)
Monday, March 24 no school
Monday, March 31 we will have school (weather make up day)
Monday, April 14 we will have school (weather make up day)

Resources

Below you will find resources for mental health, college-bound students, and career exploration.

Mental Health

Children and Families of Iowa

  • Mental Health Provider in Osceola

Crossroads Behavioral Health Services

  • Mental Health Provider with locations in Osceola, Creston, and Winterset

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

  • 800-273-8255

  • Free, confidential help is available 24/7

Crisis Text Line

  • Text HOME to 741741

  • Free 24/7 Support

COVID Recovery Iowa

College-Bound Students

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

  • Opens October 1 for the 2022-2023 School Year

  • We will have a FAFSA night on October 25th at 6:30 PM! Seniors please attend.

  • Murray School Code:163075

  • Mrs. Meiners can assist with registration

  • Area testing centers include: Osceola High School & SWCC Campus (Creston location)
  • Upcoming Test Dates:

    • October 22, 2022

    • December 10, 2022

    • February 11, 2023
    • April 15, 2023
    • June 10, 2023
    • July 15, 2023

Educational Talent Search

  • ETS is a program that aims to help students reach both their academic and personal goals by helping them stay in school and attend the post-secondary institution of their choice.

  • ETS aims to make college accessible for ALL students.

    • This is accomplished through providing ACT fee waivers, college application fee waivers, scholarships, and much more!

    • 2/3 of those enrolled in ETS must be BOTH first generation AND low-income.

  • Other services provided by ETS:

    • Campus Visits

    • Cultural Trips

    • Monthly Activities (Social-Emotional Learning, Career Exploration, Financial Literacy, etc.)

  • Applications are available online and in room 205.

Career Exploration

ICAN

  • Provides Resources for both career planning AND college

Iowa Intermediary Network

  • Provides career simulators

    • This is done through regional coordinator.

      • Mrs. Meiners can help get you in touch with the regional coordinator and help navigate this opportunity

  • Provides additional career exploration resources as well