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Upcoming Events
ACT Testing
The ACT is being offered to any high school student who would like to take/re-take the test. Ensure you are meeting your college’s deadline to submit scores. Register online at act.org. If you need a fee waiver for the ACT, you can get one by stopping by the office.
Each year in February or March the ACT is offered free of charge to all Houston Juniors. More details are available annually for those students as the date approaches.
ACT Prep Workshops
A pair of Ft. Loramie teachers who have been offering this class for many years. They have workshops available at various times throughout the year. The next ones lead up to the Junior ACT date in February. See flyer for details, or consult their website here for more information.
There is an additional ACT prep option through Russia High School. See the flyer here.
Graduation Requirements
Please find graduation requirements here.
The classes of 2023 and on will utilize the Graduation Audit and Career Planning Sheet to track all graduation requirements. Part of that is earning two graduation seals. Electronic versions of each document are below.
Graduation Audit and Career Planning Sheet
Houston High School Graduation Seals
You can find more information on at the Ohio Department of Education’s website on Grad Requirements here.
New HS Math Curriculum Information
Scholarships Available Now
Barnes Student Loan Program
Deadline March 31, 2023
This unique college loan program is for any student planning to pursue education beyond high school who needs additional funds to meet the cost. It is locally-run and interest-free until you are finished with college. Information and link to the application is available here.
Shelby County Coin Club
Deadline March 31, 2023
Find information to apply here.
Association of the US Army – Major Samuel Woodfill Chapter Scholarships
Deadline April 1, 2023
Available to children and grandchildren of AUSA members or children of active or veteran Army or National Guard soldiers.
Sidney-Shelby County YMCA Scholarships
Deadline April 7, 2023
Two different scholarship opportunities, available via the scholarship area on their website.
Workforce Partnership Scholarships
Farmers Equipment Scholarships
Deadline April 15, 2023
Students must be active in FFA or 4-H. More information and application available here.
Kona Ice Scholarship
Deadline April 15, 2023
American Legion Post 217 Scholarships
Deadline April 19, 2023
Open to Seniors who have a parent or grandparent who is/was a member of the Sidney Post 217 American Legion. Application available here.
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Check back every couple of weeks for updates. New scholarships are also mentioned on the morning announcements, so listen for those opportunities.
Employment Opportunities
Here are job opportunities that have been shared with the school by local employers.
#Futuready
This new visual guide from National Honor Society is an emerging way to gear up for life after high school! Any HHS student can access this free tool.
College and Occupation Search
Job Shadowing
Job shadowing is typically one of the most important things a student can do to help them decide what path to pursue after high school.
9th through 12th grade students at Houston High School are encouraged to step outside their comfort zone and shadow someone who works in a job or profession of interest. Any student who wishes to take part in a Job Shadow experience may do so by talking with Mrs. Merickel. There is a brief application form, but the process is easy and fun!
Current Employment Opportunities
Ohio Means Jobs Website
Hometown Opportunity website – local job postings and resources
How to find a college or university that fits your needs.
Bachelor’s Degree Seekers (4 years):
List of Ohio’s Public Colleges and Universities
List of Ohio’s Private Colleges and Universities
***Click on “Ohio’s Private Colleges,” then click on “View Ohio’s Private Colleges.” This will allow you to look at a great fact sheet on any chosen college, as well as take you directly to the school’s website.
Nearby Branch colleges:
The Ohio State University, Lima Campus
Wright State University, Lake Campus Celina
Certificate/Associate’s Degree (2 years or less):
Associate Degree and Certificate Programs at Edison Community College, Piqua
Associate Degree and Certificate Programs at Rhodes State College, Lima
Associate Degree and Certificate Programs at the University of Northwestern Ohio, Lima
Associate Degree and Certificate Programs at Sinclair Community College, Dayton
Certificate Programs in the Adult Division of the UVCC
ACT/SAT links