Welcome to the Galway Jr/Sr High School Guidance Office
Welcome to the Galway Junior/Senior High School Guidance Office. We would like to thank you for visiting our webpage. We hope you find it a helpful resource.
Our Guidance Counselors are available to assist every student with career planning, college placement, educational planning, testing, social, and academic needs. Students may stop by the guidance office(s) before school, between classes, during non instructional time, or after school to see their counselor. If a counselor is unavailable, students can sign-up to have a counselor contact them.
We believe that learning is easier, more effective and less stressful when there is an environment that emphasizes: feeling safe, caring, respect, fairness, empathy and integrity. It is our goal that every student feels good about coming to school every day.
If you have any questions for the guidance office, please contact the Guidance Secretary, Camilla Colangelo at 518-882-1033, extension 3810.
Sincerely,
Kathy Morck |
Shannon Britten |
Camilla Colangelo Guidance Secretary |
New Visions Health will be here on Tuesday, February 25 @ 1:00pm.
WSWHE BOCES Driver's education
(Medical Academy of Science and Health) at SUNY Adirondack on 1/31/2025
*Application Deadline is 1/22/2025
Wednesday, January 29th.
FREE Lifeguard Certification Opportunity
2025-26 New York State Tuition Assistance Program Application will open December 1.
Help students prepare to complete the 2025-26 FAFSA
Now’s the time for students to look for scholarships to help them pay for school. Below are links to sources where they can find federal grants and private scholarship programs not administered by HESC:
UPCOMING FINANCIAL AID PRESENTATIONS AND WORKSHOPS.
What Seniors Need to Know about Financial Aid
Our Senior Basics Presentation provides high school seniors with essential tools and information on application processes, financial aid, scholarships, and time management to help ensure a smooth and successful transition to college.
Lo que necesita saber sobre la ayuda financiera para asistir a la universidad.
Presentación de los conceptos básicos para estudiantes de 4 ano de bachiller. Lo que necesita saber sobre la ayuda financiera para asistir a la universidad
Creating Your StudentAid.gov Account
Creating a StudentAid.gov account (FSA ID) is the first step to getting access to federal student financial aid. Join HESC for this 15-minute presentation, where we’ll give helpful information and walk through the quick and easy process of creating an account. Creating Your StudentAid.Gov Account
Como Crear Su Cuenta StudentAid.gov
Su cuenta de Studentaid.gov es el primer paso para acceder a la ayuda económica federal para estudiantes. Acompañamos en esta presentación donde te enseñaremos paso a paso como crear tu cuenta. Como Crear Su Cuenta StudentAid.gov (La credencial FSA ID)
HESC Virtual Drop-in-Lounge
Have questions? Connect with HESC experts to get answers to all their financial aid questions during one of HESC’s virtual drop-in events. HESC Virtual Drop-in Lounge
College Financial Aid for Veterans and their Dependents
Are you a veteran looking for help paying for college? Join HESC on November 12 @6pm to learn about the financial aid programs available that can help make college more affordable to veterans and their families.
HESC Downloadable Resources
HESC offers a variety of downloadable online resources to help students and families plan and pay for college and better understand the federal and state financial aid process.
Get Connected to the Resources Students Need
HESC Text can send students and parents text messages with vital information on financial aid, crucial deadlines, and valuable resources to help put them on the right path toward their college careers.
Excelsior Scholarship application is now available!!
Click here to apply for the Excelsior Scholarship
2025 COMPETITION SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
SELECTION CRITERIA FOR SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE The selection criteria for nominees for the Scholarships for Academic Excellence must be published and made available to students by the high school at the beginning of each school year. For the 2025 competition, the selection criteria must be published and made available to students on or before September 30, 2024.
Galway High School will be using Method B as the selection criteria for the SAE Award
Method B: Rank in class for high schools that can determine class rank because of their grading system, class rank of students at the end of their junior year. In the case of a tie, the high school may determine rank order by lottery among individuals having the same class rank.
New Site for Students interested in the Trades
The new site ApplyToTradeSchool.com is launching now for high school students interested in attending a Trade/Vocational School. The site is backed by College Fairs Online who have been connecting students to colleges for over 10 years. The new site is just starting out and adding new trade schools every day. There is also a $1000 scholarship opportunity at ApplyToTradeSchool.com for high school seniors. The site will be adding more and more trade schools every month.
For High School Juniors | Introduction to SUNY
Introduce your juniors to SUNY with this video. Students can learn more about SUNY by exploring the resources on the SUNY website.
Click here for FAFSA webinars and other upcoming Events
For High School Seniors | More Resources
Students can learn more about SUNY by attending a virtual Information Session, by exploring the tools on Which SUNY, and by requesting a SUNY Viewbook.
Solar Landscaper (Seasonal) - $30.00/hour
This is primarily weed whacking responsibilities. I can share more with those interested. Mowing, landscaping, or related experience required. Must be 18 or over and have reliable transportation.
Solar Apprentice (Full-time)- Entry into a certified NYS Apprenticeship program. Details available on our website and I’ll share additional. $24.00-$26.00/hour to start PLUS $26.00+ prevailing wage fringe. This is an incredible career opportunity for those that like physical, outdoor work.
Interested students may apply online or reach out to me by email (resumes preferred but not required).
CNC Machinist Apprentice
Meridian Manufacturing Inc is looking for a candidate that is interested in becoming a CNC Machinist. On the job training provided. Monday-Friday Day shift position. Great Benefits. Locally owned company with owner involvement daily. Mazak experience is a plus but will train the right candidate.
Responsibilities: Operate machine tools, Lathes, milling machines, grinders. Reads blueprints or job orders to obtain product specifications and tooling instructions. Positions and secures work pieces to holding devices, machine tables, chucks, centers or fixtures using clamps and wrenches. Applies knowledge of machining methods. Uses measuring instruments, sets specified feeds, speeds and depth of cut in accordance with product specifications. Consults management to analyze product information. Designs fixtures, tooling and experimental parts to meet special needs. Communicates effectively and participates as a team player. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Contact: rob@meridianmanufacturing.com
Here are various resources offered in this section that will give parents and students information they need in order to choose a college or university that best fits their goals
High school counselors are available to:
Assist students with the college decision making process that includes searching for colleges and universities that are suitable for each individual student.
Advise students in relevant testing such as the SAT and ACT including testing dates, registration, and practice tests.
Provide comprehensive college planning presentations for grades 8-12 as well as parent nights on topics such as financial aid, college athletics, and transitioning to college.
Assist with college and career exploration using Xello
Counsel students and parents with any questions and/or concerns related to academic advising and college planning.
Galway High School College Planning Guide
College Search Resources:
Best Colleges, Schools and Universities Resource
Best Colleges in New York Resource
College Niche – Millions of college reviews and rankings
Xello – students access this college/career interest research app from Classlink on their Chromebooks
Bigfuture by The College Board
Not sure where to start? Use the College Board's step-by-step college search engine and an interactive guide.
Fair Test: The National Center for Fair and Open Testing
Fair Test provides information on over 830 four-year colleges that do not use the SAT Ior ACT to admit a substantial number of bachelor degree applicants.
New York's private Colleges and Universities.
Scholarships, financial aid, and profiles of universities.
The college major assessment for Galway High School. After taking this assessment you will be recommended the top majors, colleges and careers based on your academic achievements, interests and personality.
Xello – students access this college/career interest research app from Classlink on their Chromebooks
Workforce Sites
Apprenticeship for Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers’ Local Union No. 83
National Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (NJATC) for Electrical Workers
2024-25 SAT Test Dates
SAT Test Date* | Registration Deadline | Deadline for Changes, Regular Cancellation, and Late Registration** |
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Aug 24, 2024 | Aug 9, 2024 Register |
Aug 13, 2024 |
Oct 5, 2024 | Sept 20, 2024 Register |
Sept 24, 2024 |
Nov 2, 2024 | Oct 18, 2024 Register |
Oct 22, 2024 |
Dec 7, 2024 | Nov 22, 2024 Register |
Nov 26, 2024 |
Mar 8, 2025 | Feb 21, 2025 Register |
Feb 25, 2025 |
May 3, 2025 | Apr 18, 2025 Register |
April 22, 2025 |
June 7, 2025 | May 22, 2025 Register |
May 27, 2025 |
Click here to register online for the SAT. Galway's School Code Number: 332-030
2024-25 ACT Test Dates
Test Date | Regular Registration Deadline Late Fee Applies After This Date |
Late Registration Deadline | Photo Upload and Standby Deadline |
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September 14, 2024 | August 9 | August 25 | September 6 |
October 26, 2024 | September 20 | October 7 | October 18 |
December 14, 2024 | November 8 | November 22 | December 6 |
February 8, 2025 | January 3 | January 20 | January 31 |
April 5, 2025 | February 28 | March 16 | March 28 |
June 14, 2025 | May 9 | May 26 | June 6 |
July 12, 2025* | June 6 | June 20 | July 4 |
*No test centers are scheduled in New York for the July test date.
Test Information Release for the 2024-2025 testing year will occur in September, December, and February. See the ACT website for more information.
Click here to register for the ACT test. Galway's School Code Number: 332-030
High School CEEB Code: 332-030
SAT & ACT Prep
Capital District Consulting
SAT Prep Classes
Capital District Consulting SAT Prep Classes
For students wanting to explore test prep over the summer, Kaplan is offering FREE PSAT, SAT and ACT PRACTICE TESTS and WORKSHOPS.
FAFSA
Your source for free information from the US Department of Education on preparing for and funding education beyond high school.
HESC
A great site where students can find out about TAP (Tuition Assistance Program), student loans, and all of the programs offered by New York State.
FinAid
FinAid's custom calculators can help you figure out how much school will cost, how much you need to save and how much aid you'll need.
SalllieMae
Paying for college resources.
CSS/Financial Aid Profile
By filling out one form, you can apply online for non-federal financial aid from almost 300 colleges and scholarship programs.
LendEdu
International Student Guide to Financial Aid and Student Loans.
Financial Resources for LGBTQ Students.
SUNY's Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
SELECTION CRITERIA FOR SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
Galway High School will use the following selection criteria for the 2025 NYS Academic Excellence Award:
Method B: Rank in class For high schools that can determine class rank because of their grading system, class rank of students at the end of their junior year. In the case of a tie, the high school may determine rank order by lottery among individuals having the same class rank.
Excelsior Scholarship application is now available!!
NYS Higher Education Services Corporation - The Excelsior Scholarship
Eligibility. You may be eligible if: Your permanent home is in NYS and you are or have ONE of the following: U-Visa; T-Visa; Temporary protected status, pursuant to the Federal Immigration Act of 1990; Without lawful immigration status (including those with DACA status); AND you meet ONE of the following criteria:. You attended a NYS high school for 2 or more years, graduated from a NYS high ...
Higher Education Services Corporation website
NYS Higher Education Services Corporation - The Excelsior Scholarship
Eligibility. You may be eligible if: Your permanent home is in NYS and you are or have ONE of the following: U-Visa; T-Visa; Temporary protected status, pursuant to the Federal Immigration Act of 1990; Without lawful immigration status (including those with DACA status); AND you meet ONE of the following criteria:. You attended a NYS high school for 2 or more years, graduated from a NYS high ...
Higher Education Services Corporation website
Guidance Office Scholarship folder:
Community Service Incentive Award
*Deadline 4/7/2025
For high achieving, low income, service oriented students, grades 11-12, *deadline 1/31/2025
Lariat Foundation STEM Scholarship
*For students grade 9-12, deadline 6/15/2035
*Deadline 3/7/2025
Scotia-Glenville Senior Citizens Center Scholarships
*Deadline 3/31/2025
*Deadline 2/2/2025
Frances Bailey Scholastic Award
*Deadline 2/15/2025
*Deadline 4/1/2025
Walter Grishkot Memorial Scholarship
*Deadline 3/1/2025
Joan Grishkot Memorial Scholarship
*Deadline 3/1/2025
Saratoga Federal Credit Union Scholarship
*Deadline 1/17/2025
Galway Rotary Scholarship Application
*Deadline 5/1/2025
2025 Health Career Scholarship
*Deadline 3/21/2025
First New York Federal Credit Union Scholarship
*Deadline 3/14/2025
Horatio Scholarship for High School JUNIORS
*Deadline 3/1/2025
If you would like a transcript sent to a college or place of employment, please call the high school guidance office at 882-1033, ext. 3810 or Email: ccolangelo@galwaycsd.org use subject: Transcript Request.
When leaving an email or voice message, please be sure to leave the following information:
Your name when you attended Galway High School
The year you graduated from Galway High School
Your date of birth
Your current phone number
Where to send the transcript to (including mailing address)
College Courses in High School
To request transcripts for college classes taken in High School, please click on the desired link below.