School Counseling

*Please complete this Google Form if you would like to visit with a rep from one of these schools.

Iowa Wesleyan University - Tuesday, December 6 at 9:00 a.m.
Northwest Missouri State University - Tuesday, December 6 at 1:30 p.m.
South Dakota State University - Monday, December 12 at 9:00 a.m.

A representative from the school will be available in the counseling office during the scheduled day and time.  Students must register in advance to visit with representatives.  

The FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid is the form that college-bound seniors and parents will use to apply for financial aid.  This application can only be found on the official government website.  Check out this site to access the application as well as comprehensive information about the financial aid process.

A Step-by-Step FAFSA Event is a virtual walk through of the FAFSA form in which participants join a Zoom call and fill out the FAFSA while being led through the form by an ICAN professional. Additional FAFSA helpers will be available through the chat feature or breakout rooms to answer questions and provide assistance.  Click here to register for a Step-by-Step FAFSA Event.

You can also click here to watch a video of a recorded FAFSA Step-by-Step event.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens on October 1.  College-bound seniors and parents will want to complete this application early.  ICAN's website is loaded with information about the FAFSA and the financial aid process.  They even have a FAFSA step-by-step video to use in completing the application.

Seniors, be sure to keep an eye on the active scholarship list.  Watch for application requirements and pay special attention to deadlines.  

What are scholarships and grants how can I find them?  

Check out this great list of tips and strategies to use when applying for scholarships.

Where do I go to find scholarships?  There are several good search sites out there.  Here are a few:

fastweb.com

scholarships.com

bigfuture.collegeboard.org

goingmerry.com

Please click on this link to complete a transcript request.  Be sure to include all required information on the form.  If you have any questions requesting a transcript, send an email to LCHS Registrar, Lorna Woods.

For more information or to register for the ACT, visit myact.org.

ICAN is one our best resources.  They offer all types of free services to help students plan for the future.  They have a very helpful website.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens on October 1.  College-bound seniors and parents will want to complete this application early.  ICAN's website is loaded with information about the FAFSA and the financial aid process.  They even have a FAFSA step-by-step video to use in completing the application.

ICAN has created a list of helpful recordings to help students during and after high school.  Click here to check them out.

Students must earn a total of 55 credits from a combination of required and elective courses in order to graduate from Lewis Central High School. 

Students use a checklist of graduation requirements in the advisory folder.  This is done in Titan Time three times during the year.  

You can find more details about courses on our academics page: 

Exploring provides exciting activities and mentorship for youth looking to discover their future. Whether you’re a local organization looking to strengthen the community or a young person wanting to uncover the possibilities of your future, Exploring is a great place to start.

Click here to see available programs and activities.

Fall 2022 Programs – Registration Open NOW

• Tri-County Fire Corps
• Douglas County Sheriff’s Office
• DLR Group
• Creighton Dental

The LC student assistance program has a great list of community resources.