Counseling

Grand County Education Foundation – 2026 Scholarship Application Instructions

The Grand County Education Foundation is pleased to offer two $1,000 scholarships for graduating seniors of Grand County High School.

Available Scholarships

1. Trade Program Scholarship
Awarded to a student enrolled in a post‑secondary program that provides hands‑on training in a specific trade.

2. College or University Scholarship
Awarded to a student who plans to attend a college or university in Fall 2026.

Application Requirements

State Your Education Plans

Include the following:

The college, university, or technical/trade school you plan to attend.
Your intended major, program, or area of study (General Studies is acceptable).

Explain How You Will Use the Scholarship Funds

Briefly describe how the scholarship will help with expenses such as:

Tuition
Books and class materials
Housing
Supplies or program‑specific tools
Transportation

Personal Statement (300 words or fewer)

Write a short statement that includes:

Your educational and career goals
How this scholarship will support your success

Additional Information

Scholarship recipients will be publicly recognized at the Grand County High School Senior Scholarship Awards Presentation.
Applications will be reviewed in collaboration with the high school counseling office to ensure accuracy if needed.

Application Deadline

Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.

Important Note

There is no GPA requirement to apply for this scholarship.

Sophomore CCR Meeting

GCHS Sophomores, Parents/Guardians ,

You are cordially invited to attend your High School Sophomore’s College and Career Readiness meeting. Mr. Cook prefers to meet with all Sophomores during 4th quarter to ensure that they have the best opportunity for a successful Junior year.

At this time, we will:

*Check your child’s credit evaluation and ensure that he/she is on track to graduate.

*Set up classes for senior year. Look at Career Pathways and discuss post High School options.

* Preparation for Post-Secondary Education

**Appointments are available March 23rd – April 17th, Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. – 2 p. m.

Please use the link below to make appointments.

https://calendar.app.google/GcKv8k8pQL3oMh8p7

If you have any questions or need to discuss other appointment options, please contact us at 435-719-4895 or email [email protected].

Thank you for your time! GCHS Counseling Department

Trade / Tech Scholarship Information and Application - Due March 31st

Hey Seniors,

Check out this scholarship available for Trade/Tech careers (list of qualifying carriers included in the “About Scholarship” link). If you don’t see your career on the list, ask a CTE teacher if they think your career choice might qualify.

About Scholarship:

Requirements for Trades Scholarship 2026

Application for Scholarship:

Application for Scholarship

Please reach out with any questions to me or any of your CTE teachers. The scholarships vary in amount each year but in general 5 to 8 scholarships are offered and often are $2,000 to $3,000.

Junior CCR

GCHS Junior Parents/Guardians ,
You are cordially invited to attend your High School Junior’s College and Career Readiness meeting. Mr. Cook prefers to meet with all Juniors during to ensure that they have the best opportunity for a successful senior year.
At this time, we will:
Check your child’s credit evaluation and ensure that he/she is on track to graduate.
Set up classes for senior year. Look at Career Pathways and discuss post High School options.
Preparation for Post-Secondary Education Appointme Ants are available January 20th – February 13, Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. – 2 p. m.
Please use the link below to make appointments.

https://calendar.app.google/JzHvHnztYxN157nJ7
If you have any questions or need to discuss other appointment options, please contact us at 435-719-4895 or email [email protected].
Thank you for your time! GCHS Counseling Department

FAFSA night

Senior Kickoff

SCHEDULES ARE LIVE - CLASS CHANGE REQUEST PROCESS

SCHEDULES ARE LIVE - CLASS CHANGE REQUEST PROCESS

Hello GCHS Parents/Guardians and Students,
Please review your student's schedule for the 25-26 school year. If a class change is
desired, you may request an opportunity to look at dropping an undesired class for
another option through the Class Change Request Form. In the Class Change Request
form, you will identify the undesired class identifying the period and Semester/Quarter.
We will review your request and email or call you with options in lieu of the undesired
classes. (If there are any good options). In many cases, once students see their options
they opt to stay with the class on their schedule. Please respond by email to this email/phone
call with your election.
**Class Change Requests should happen at least 1 week prior to the beginning of the
school year. Information for the Class Change Request form will be provided at the end
of this message.
**Once Semester 1/Quarter 1 has started, students will be charged $10 per class change
and an ADD/DROP form must be used to get permission from the Teacher to enter any
new class.
Be advised that this year Secondary Math 1, Secondary Math 2 and Secondary Math 3
are year-round courses. Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry, Medical Anatomy &
Physiology and all AP classes are 3 quarters. All other typical year classes such as
English, Geography, US History etc. will be a Semester/2 Quarters.

TAKE THE TIME TO FILL OUT THIS FORM WITH YOUR STUDENT. PLEASE SUBMIT
ONE FORM.

https://forms.gle/MUqxx4CR7wDvGNPd7

Did you Know?

SEATS - Online school instruction

seats - online agreement 2024

Student transcript request to colleges and universities If you graduated before 2017 or need a enrollment verification, please contact the District Office. 435-259-5317 or [email protected].

Contact Information

Derrick Cook
Guidance Counselor
E-mail Mr. Cook

Rae Lynn Mason
Counseling Secretary
E-mail Ms. Mason