School Counseling Department

Financial Aid Presentations: click on links below:

Financial Aid Night at Lewis Mills: Monday, October 21, 2024 6:30pm in the Auditorium

FAFSA Checklist

Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) at FAFSA® Application | Federal Student Aid

The CSS profile is required by some private colleges and universities and can be filled out on www.collegeboard.org. There is a fee for filling out this application and it requires very specific financial information to complete.

National Scholarship Web Sites include: 

www.fastweb.com
www.finaid.org
www.fastap.org

LSM Local Scholarships (see SCHOLARSHIPS tab above, school based scholarship bulletin boards in the school counseling office or throughout the school building) typically become available in November of the students' Senior year. Please see Mrs. Geraghty in the school counseling office to receive scholarship applications. 

Seniors who meet specific grade point average criteria and planning on attending a college in CT, may qualify to apply for the Governor's Scholarship Application Program.  Students or parents should provide Mrs. Putnam with the student's social security number, name, address, date of birth and whether the student received higher than 26 on the ACT or is in the top 20% of their class. *SAT criteria yet to be determined. 

As part of our Comprehensive School Counseling Curriculum, all Freshmen participate in a Freshmen Seminar. This program consists of four small group lessons where the Freshmen are given tools to aid them in their transition into high school.

Lesson 1:
>Students are introduced to their counselors and fellow classmates
>Students are explained the School Counselor's role

Lesson 2:
>Students receive their Power School username and password and review their quick lookup on line. 
>Students are reminded how checking their grades can help them stay accountable for their course work. 
>Students create a collegeboard.org account
>Students connect their College Board account to Khan Academy

Lesson 3:
>Students review the current graduation requirements
>Students become familiar with their High School transcript
>Students review techniques to manage stress
>Students participate in a stress management activity

Lesson 4:
>Students review Naviance and complete the Learning Styles Inventory (LSI) to help identify how they learn best.
>Students complete Freshman Seminar Questionnaire within Naviance and submit.

What Every Freshman Should Know: Advice from LSM Upperclassmen

See College Connections for more information.

Register with the NCAA Clearinghouse

Click here for the 2024-2025 Program of Studies

 

PSAT score reports are available online at student's College Board accounts. Paper score reports will also be handed out to 11th graders during their junior planning meeting, and mailed home for grades 9 & 10. 
www.collegeboard.org

All PSAT beginning Fall 2023 will be digital.
Parents should click here for information if their students are in grades 9.
Parents should click here for information if their students are in grades 10 or 11.

College Board now has (6) full-length SAT practice tests available:  https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/practice/full-length-practice-tests  and (2) full-length PSAT/NMSQT practice tests available:  https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/practice/full-length-practice-tests  College Board will soon have online scoring of practice SAT essays available to you as well.

SAT Redesign

Official SAT practice on Khan Academy
 

SAT: www.collegeboard.org

Visit the College Board's website for more information on SAT registration, prep questions, PSAT score review, and college and career exploration. SAT fee waivers are available from your school counselor if you qualify for free or reduced lunch. Fee waivers are not available for late fees. Generally, registration must occur one month prior to the testing date.

ACT: www.actstudent.org

Visit the ACT website for more information regarding registration.

Ivy Bound Test Prep
Free SAT or ACT testing for grades 9-11. Test dates are available online and in Newington, CT. This program allows a student to see how they would score under real testing conditions. Scores are given and reviewed the day of the test, so students become aware of their problem areas.

SCHOLARSHIPS!

UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, MRS. GERAGHTY WILL SUPPLY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS UPON REQUEST. See the school counseling bulletin board for open scholarships as well.  

Students should be aware that if a scholarship application requires a transcript, please ask Mrs. Geraghty for a copy.

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R.E.A.D # 10 SCHOLARSHIP

Several scholarships are offered to graduating LSMHS seniors to help with the costs of furthering their education. These scholarships are funded by the employees and families of Regional School District #10.

Consideration:

• Financial need
• Academic achievement
• Citizenship

Interested students may request an application from Counseling. 

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. GERAGHTY BY 3/1/24

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CHARLOTTE HUNGERFORD HOSPITAL

AUXILIARY HEALTH CARE SCHOLARSHIP

Thirteen (13) scholarships of $1000 each will be awarded to graduating seniors who:

• Are planning to pursue education in a health care field
• Have attained at least a “B” average scholastically
• Are accepted at a college/institution of higher education OR are working toward a degree or certificate in a health care field and are planning a career in the health care field

Interested students may print application from Counseling.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN  2/29/24

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HARWINTON AMBULANCE ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP

The Harwinton Ambulance Association is offering 2 scholarships @ $500 to 2 Lewis S. Mills graduating seniors who:

• Reside in Harwinton
• Will continue their education in the field of MEDICINE (paramedic, respiratory therapy, RN, MD, etc.)

Interested students may request an application from Counseling.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS.  GERAGHTY BY 3/28/24

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LEWIS S. MILLS ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB SCHOLARSHIP 2023

 

Four scholarships ($500 each) will be awarded to deserving LSM graduating senior athletic team members.  

Criteria:

• Academics
• Completed essay
• Resume
• Coach’s statement

Interested students may print an application from Counseling.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. GERAGHTY BY 3/28/24

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BURLINGTON MEN’S CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

 

Five (5) scholarship of $1000 each will be offered by the Burlington Men’s Club to graduating students (Burlington or Harwinton) who demonstrate active interest and participation in athletics and/or community service.

Interested students may request an application from Counseling.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. GERAGHTY BY 3/4/24
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BRONC CALLAHAN COMMUNITY FUND, INC.

This scholarship is in memory of Pete Salwocki, a long-time Harwinton resident and a founding father of the Bronc Callahan Community Fund, Inc.  Mr. Salwocki, along with Bronc Callahan, exemplified the spirit of community service and volunteerism.

Criteria:

• The student must be a resident of Harwinton.
• The student will attend an accredited institution of higher education. It is understood that if for any reason the student should not attend, the funds will be returned to the Community Fund so that they can be issued to another applicant.
• The student has been active in community, school, and/or religious functions and has demonstrated the characteristics of good citizenship and volunteerism.
• The student has a demonstrated financial need and can provide FAFSA forms or comparable financial verification. You must provide this information, or you will be disqualified.
• The student has demonstrated academic achievement.
• The student can provide a letter or letters of recommendation from a non-family member.
• Previous applicants and/or current college students are encouraged to apply.

Interested students may obtain an application from the Counseling Office.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. GERAGHTY BY 4/1/24
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The Kailey Jaie Prenoveau Scholarship

 

The family of Kailey Prenoveau is offering 3 scholarships. 2 @$2500 and 1 @$5000. The only criteria is writing a 3-paragraph essay:

Please come to the counseling office for details and then return to Mrs. Geraghty by April 5, 2024
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HARWINTON IVES-CLEAVELAND POST #137 AMERICAN LEGION

James L. Bement Scholarship

 

3 Scholarships of $1000 each will be awarded to Harwinton students who will graduate from Lewis S. Mills High School in June of 2023.

 

Applicants must attend a trade school (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, nursing, EMT, automotive, computers, culinary, cosmetology, etc.) and will be considered on the basis of:

• Resident of Harwinton
• Good citizenship
• Accepted to an accredited trade school

Interested students may request an application from Counseling.

 

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS.  GERAGHTY BY 3/31/2023
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ST. MARY’S WOMEN’S GUILD SCHOLARSHIP

St. Mary’s Parish, Unionville, will present a $1000 scholarship to students who:

• Are members of the Parish
• Are high school seniors wishing to pursue education after high school
• Demonstrate financial need

Awards will be based upon:

• Financial need
• Scholastic achievement
• Service to church/school/community
• Essay

Interested students may request an application from counseling office

 

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 4/14/2023
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BURLINGTON LIONS CHARITIES SCHOLARSHIP FUND

The Burlington Lions Club is offering 3 scholarships @ $1143.  The scholarships are offered to graduating BURLINGTON seniors who will attend 2-year or 4-year colleges/technical schools. 

Of importance: 

• community service
• reasonable grades (not necessarily the top of the class)
• possible special circumstances that contribute to financial need
• student who may not receive assistance from other services

This scholarship is offered through the Main Street Community Foundation.

Applications are online only at www.mainstreetfoundation.org

Application due March 10, 2023

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MAIN STREET COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS

 

Students interested in ANY of these, Applications are online only at www.mainstreetfoundation.org

 

Due March 10, 2023
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Connecticut Junior Soccer Association

 

The CJSA Central District is now accepting applications for consideration from college-bound soccer players who will be graduating in 2023.

 Criteria:

 Must be a dedicated soccer player and have played soccer with a CJSA affiliated club

 Must have C+ average or better and graduate high school in 2022 with plans to attend a school of higher education,

 Must submit a 250-word essay on the subject : What Soccer Means to Me.

 

Essay and completed applications must be received by APRIL 30, 2023.

Please send completed applications to Scholarship Committee Connecticut Junior Soccer Association 11 Executive Drive, Farmington, CT 06032. Fax to 860-676-1162

 Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHWEST CONNECTICUT

Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Scholarship applications are now available. Multiple college scholarships are available, including many Torrington UNICO scholarships: The Albert C and Rose Turri Scholarship for students planning to study electrical engineering; the United Nations Association Scholarship for students interested in international issues and foreign language; and the Friends of John Ponte Memorial Scholarship, The Apolonia Stanulis, Frances H Ducci, and Jack and Ruth Calder, Helen & Mario Garbin , Shepard Family Scholarships, which are not college-major specific.

 

 Additional information and applications are available on the Community Foundation website: northwestcf.org/scholarships

Applications due April 1, 2023

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TORRINGTON UNICO SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

HARWINTON STUDENTS

STUDENTS INTERESTED IN APPLYING TO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SCHOLARSHIPS SHOULD go to WWW.yournccf.org/scholarships. TO REVIEW CRITERIA 

 

* Carmela, R.N., and Jennie Lopardo

* Andrew J. Oneglia

* Raymond A. and Gloria Oneglia

* John Sullo Founders

* UNICO Italian Heritage

* Rt. Reverend Monsignor William Botticelli Scholarship

 

  All the scholarships need a separate application.     

 

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 4/1/23
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FRIENDS OF JOHN PONTE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

 

Two $500 (non-renewable) scholarships are available for graduating LSMHS seniors This scholarship seeks to recognize students who meet the criteria of excellence in both academics and student athletics.

 To be eligible, applicants must:

• Plan to matriculate at an accredited school of higher learning
• Demonstrate a strong academic record for four years of high school
• Submit a completed application by APRIL 1, 2024
• Submit two letters of recommendation plus a letter of recommendation from the applicant’s school counselor
• Submit a high school transcript

 Selection is based upon:

• Academic performance
• Leadership
• Participation in school activities
• Character
• Participation in sports

Interested students may request an application from www.yournccf.org/scholarships

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 4/1/24
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GLENN MOON SCHOLARSHIP of the

ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED TEACHERS OF CONNECTICUT

 

The Association of Retired Teachers of CT is offering 4 scholarships (1 @ $2000  renewable for 4 years, and 2 one-time scholarship of $2000 each) to students graduating from a Connecticut high school (public or private) in 2024.

Applicants must:

• Be Connecticut residents
• Intend to pursue a career in Education (in public or private schools)

Applicants are considered on the basis of:

• Academic Record
• Financial Need
• Character and Personality
• Interests and Educational Activities

An essay is required.

Interested students may request an application from www.artct.org and click on Glenn Moon Scholarship

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 3/31/24
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PETER MONAHAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Graduating seniors are encouraged to apply for this scholarship that is sponsored by the Monahan family.  The applicant must meet the following criteria:

• Be a senior who will graduate from LSMHS in June of 2023
• Reside in a household maintained and supported by a single parent, whether by reason of divorce or death of the other parent
• Demonstrate outstanding character traits
• Have a strong aptitude and desire for higher education i.e. college or trades

Interested student may request an application on Naviance.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. (Berardinelli) GERAGHTY BY 3/31/2023

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TROUT UNLIMITED

FARMINGTON VALLEY CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP

 

One $1000 scholarship will be given to any graduating senior who has participated in the FVTU Trout in the Classroom Program grades 1-12.

Applicant must be accepted into a 2- or 4-year college/university and plan to major in one of the following sciences:

Conservation, Environmental Science, Fisheries Biology, Marine Science, Wildlife Biology, Ecology, Environmental Engineering, Forestry, or Natural Resource Management

Applications are available on the FVTU website: WWW.fvtu.org.

DEADLINE MARCH 31, 2023

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LEWIS S. MILLS SCHOLARSHIP FUND

 

The Lewis S. Mills Scholarship Fund, Inc., managed by Region #10 citizens, will award several scholarships.  All LSM seniors who will continue their education at 2- or 4-year colleges, vocational schools, or military academies are invited to apply. he deadline for submission of applications is 3/14/23.  Applications submitted after 3/14/23 and/or incomplete applications will NOT be considered.

In addition to completing the application, students are requested to participate in a 10-minute interview to be scheduled the week of April 18.

Interested students may obtain an application from the counseling office.

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE

COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED TO MRS. GERAGHTY BY 3/14/23
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HARWINTON WOMAN’S CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

 

The Harwinton Woman’s Club is offering one $1000 and one $500 scholarship to be awarded to graduating high school students this year.

 

The applicant must:

• Be a Harwinton girl or boy graduating in 2023
• Have achieved National Honor Society
• Have shown evidence of good citizenship
• Give indication of future promise
• Show financial need for scholarship assistance

Interested students get an application from COUNSELING OFFICE.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. GERAGHTY BY 3/31/23
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BURLINGTON POLICE UNION SCHOLARSHIP

 

The Burlington Police Union Local #2693U is offering 3 scholarships to assist students pursuing their education after high school.  Applicants must be graduating from Lewis S. Mills High School in June 2024.

 Applicants must:

• Pursue 2- or 4-year degree in a discipline related to Criminal Justice (Homeland Security, Criminology, Forensic Science, etc.)
• Submit a 1-page essay describing their interest in a law enforcement career

Scholarship funds must be used in the year granted.

Interested students may obtain an application from the counseling office.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. GERAGHTY BY 5/6/24

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PROFESSIONAL WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION

A scholarship is being offered by the Connecticut Chapter of Professional Women in Construction.  It is offered to students (male or female) enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year course of study leading to a degree in:

·         Civil, Mechanical, Structural, or Electrical Engineering

·         Architecture

·         Construction Management

·         Construction

Applicants will be considered by:

·         Academic grades

·         Extracurricular involvement

·         Recommendations

·         An essay

 

Interested students may request an application @: https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com ; mail application to Roxanne.Perugino@cbre.com.

 

Applications due MARCH 15, 2024

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TROUT UNLIMITED

FARMINGTON VALLEY CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP

 

One $1000 scholarship will be given to any graduating senior who has participated in the FVTU Trout in the Classroom Program grades 1-12.

Applicant must be accepted into a 2- or 4-year college/university and plan to major in one of the following sciences:

 

Conservation, Environmental Science, Fisheries Biology, Marine Science, Wildlife Biology, Ecology, Environmental Engineering, Forestry, or Natural Resource Management

 

Applications are available on the FVTU website: WWW.fvtu.org

DEADLINE MARCH 15, 2024

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Litchfield Hills Audubon Society

 

The Litchfield Hills Audubon Society (LHAS) is pleased to offer two $2,000 scholarships. Each scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior or a graduate of a high school in the LHAS area who has been accepted into a college program for Environmental Studies or a related field.

If interested counseling has applications.

Deadline April 26, 2024

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HARWINTON WOMAN’S CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

The Harwinton Woman’s Club is offering (2) $1000 scholarships to be awarded to graduating high school students this year.

The applicant must:

·         Be a Harwinton girl or boy graduating in 2024

·         Have achieved National Honor Society

·         Have shown evidence of good citizenship

·         Give indication of future promise

·         Show financial need for scholarship assistance

Interested students get an application from COUNSELING OFFICE.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. GERAGHTY BY 4/1/24

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HARWINTON IVES-CLEAVELAND POST #137 AMERICAN LEGION

James L. Bement Scholarship

3 Scholarships of $1000 each will be awarded to Harwinton students who will graduate from Lewis S. Mills High School in June of 2024.

Applicants must attend a trade school (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, nursing, EMT, automotive, computers, culinary, cosmetology, etc.) and will be considered on the basis of:

·         Resident of Harwinton

·         Good citizenship

·         Accepted to an accredited trade school

Interested students may request an application from Counseling.

                                                                                          COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. GERAGHTY BY 4/1/2024

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PETER MONAHAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Graduating seniors are encouraged to apply for this scholarship that is sponsored by the Monahan family.  The applicant must meet the following criteria:

·         Be a senior who will graduate from LSMHS in June of 2024

·         Reside in a household maintained and supported by a single parent, whether by reason of divorce or death of the other parent

·         Demonstrate outstanding character traits

·         Have a strong aptitude and desire for higher education i.e. college or trades

 

Interested student may request an application in the counseling office.

 

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. GERAGHTY BY 3/28/2024

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LEWIS S. MILLS SCHOLARSHIP FUND

 

The Lewis S. Mills Scholarship Fund, Inc., managed by Region #10 citizens, will award several scholarships.  All LSM seniors who will continue their education at 2- or 4-year colleges, vocational schools, or military academies are invited to apply. he deadline for submission of applications is 3/12/24.  Applications submitted after 3/12/24 and/or incomplete applications will NOT be considered.

 

In addition to completing the application, students are requested to participate in a 10-minute interview to be scheduled the week of April 15.

 

Interested students may obtain an application from Mrs. Geraghty.

 

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE

COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED TO MRS. GERAGHTY BY 3/12/24