Contact
Stacey James - MS/HS Counselor (307) 856-7970 ext. 214
Mara Mills - Graduation Coach/Native American Liaison (307) 856-7970 ext. 248
988 is the new phone number to access mental health crisis services. (1-800-273-TALK (8255) is still available) Click here to learn more about 988.
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Valuable Tools for Seniors
Scholarship Search Tips for Seniors
When looking for scholarships, there are thousands of available scholarships for graduating seniors. When doing a google search, put in information that would be unique to yourself and your family such as the following.
Your Major
Are you First-generation college-bound
Ethnicity
Specific Tribal Scholarships
Scholarships for low-income students
Volunteer opportunities
What power company do your parents belong to ?
Organizations your parents are a part of
Your employment
Your parent's employment
Medical circumstances
Clubs/Activities you are involved in
Athletics
GRADUATION 2026 - Sunday, May 17 - 2 p.m. - in the High School Gym
School Success Tips:
Stay organized: Use calendars, to-do lists, and designated study spaces to manage your time and assignments effectively, which helps prevent procrastination.
Attend class and participate: Be present and engaged in class by taking detailed notes and asking questions.
Ask for help: Don't be afraid to seek clarification from teachers, join study groups, or find a tutor when you encounter difficult concepts.
CWC Dual Credit College Classes: A reminder to students taking dual credit online classes. Stay on top of their assignments, as these classes impact GPAs and can also impact future financial aid options.
Hathaway Scholarships: Find further information on hathawayscholarship.org
Honors: $1,680 per semester. ACT score- 25 or higher and at least a 3.5 GPA.
Performance: $1,260 per semester. ACT score of 21 and at least a 3.0 GPA.
Opportunity: $840 per semester. ACT of 19 and 2.5 GPA.
Provisional: $840 per semester. ACT of 17 and 2.5 GPA.
ACT National Test Date Opportunities for 10th-12th graders: Please let Mrs. James know if you’d like to take the ACT so that she can help you register for the test.
Saturday, October 18th- (students are already registered)
Saturday, February 14th- register by Jan. 9th
Saturday, April 11th- register my March 6th
Saturday, June 13th- register my May 8th
FAFSA (Federal Student Aid): This determines each student’s eligibility for the Pell grant. The maximum Pell Grant is currently $7,395. Eligibility is determined by parent/family income, but it is always worth filing the FAFSA to determine the amount each student will receive (partial Pell grants are available). Hattie Penny from TRIO will visit Wind River High School on Wednesday, October 15th, to assist the counselors in helping senior students apply for their FAFSA IDs.
See or email Mrs. Mills or Mrs. James for more information or help to apply.
Thank you for all you do at home to support your student’s final year of high school.
Mrs. James - School Guidance Counselor
Mrs. Mills - Native American Liasion/Graduation Coach