The Midland Chapter of the National Honor Society will conduct the annual induction ceremony Thursday, November 8th, 7 p.m. in the auditorium. Congressman Mike Conaway will be the guest speaker. Potential inductees with GPA's of 4.500 and above were invited to join, and induction fees are due November 1st to Mrs. Boyd in room 207. Members maintain membership by completing two service projects after induction, one of which must be with one of the NHS endorsed projects, and by paying senior fees. The next NHS endorsed sevice project will be the annual blood drive November 15-16, and sign ups will be announced. For additional information, email Mrs. Boyd.
Seminar on NCAA Recruitment
Do you play a sport in high school and would like to go on to play at the college level? Come to our seminar on recruitment and learn about the NCAA Clearinghouse as well as testing and eligibility requirements.Our guest speaker for the evening is Mitch Thompson. Mr. Thompson has worked as the Chief Recruiter at Baylor University. The seminar will be held on December 16, 2012 at 7:00PM in the MHS Auditorium.
All Seniors enrolled in MISD were mailed a scholarship booklet to their home address on file in late September. What isScholarship Clearinghouse? the Scholarship Clearinghouse is a comprehensive andeasy to use database of local scholarships available to college-bound students.The Scholarship Clearinghouse simplifies the overwhelming application processby allowing students to search for scholarships based on their specific needs,achievement, and future plans.
What resourcesare available to help me find a scholarship?
An extensive database listing local scholarships that meet students' specific needs and personal requirements.
Hard copies of scholarship applications
Internet access to informative scholarship and college preparation websites
Printed materials that aid students in the application process
Knowledgeable volunteers trained to guide students through all aspects of scholarship application.
How do you contact The Scholarship Clearinghouse?
1. Click on site below and leave a comment and a volunteer will contact you:
2. You may visit the Scholarship Clearinghouse by calling 432 682-4732 to
schedule an appointment.
UTPB PROMISE
Is your family income $25,000 or less and you want to go to college? The "UTPBPromise" is your ticket to free tuition and fees and does not requirerepayment. For more information call UTPB Financial Aid Director at 432552-2623.
Othercolleges and universities might have a "Promise Program" also. Youcan call the financial aid office of the college of your choice or check theirwebsite. Each Promise Program is different. For example Texas Tech's promise iscalled "Red Raider Guarantee" , the Texas A&M Promise is called"Aggie Assurance" and the promise at Texas State in San Marcos iscalled "Bobcat Promise".
Counselor's Corner 
