Guidance News

End of Course Testing Retakes for students in Grades 9-11 will be administered December 2nd-4th. All tests will be given during the school day. Detailed information and test prep suggestions (if applicable) will be emailed to families of students needing to retake one or more tests based on Spring Administration scores.

Midterm Exams for HS Courses: Midterm exams for students in Grades 9-12 and 8th-graders enrolled in Algebra I will be December 18th-19th. Midterm schedules and more information will be provided to students and families.

Class of 2026 Meetings: Individual meetings for the Class of 2026 were held in October. Senior year scheduling and college/career planning took place during study hall or lunchtime. Parents are welcome to schedule a meeting.

Class of 2027 Meetings: Individual meetings for the Class of 2027 will be held this month. Junior year scheduling and college career planning will be discussed during study hall or lunchtime. Parents are also welcome to schedule a meeting.  

 
Service Hours: It's never too early to begin serving others! Yearly service hour requirements are Grades 7-9: 10 hours, Grade 10: 20 hours, Grade 11: 30 hours, and Grade 12: 40 hours. Hours should be logged using documentation sheets located in the hallway across from the HS office. It is encouraged your child turns in service logs to their Bible teacher at the end of each 9-week grading period. This enables their progress toward the yearly requirement to be viewed on each report card throughout the year! Please refer to the MCS Parent/Student Handbook for more details.
 
FAFSA 2024: Application window for the 2025-26 school year opens on December 1. Visit studentaid.gov to learn more.
 
ACT/SAT: Students interested in taking these tests should visit ACT.org or SAT.org for test dates, registration, and practice opportunities.
 
Senior/Juniors: Stay active in college and scholarship searches. Create spreadsheets to help you organize information regarding deadlines, application requirements, and notes. Please schedule an appointment with Mrs. Ladd if you have questions or need assistance.
 
College/University Application Window: Colleges and universities began accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year on August 1. Seniors should keep a spreadsheet of application requirements for each school. Please see Mrs. Ladd if you have any questions about the application process.
 
College Visits: Seniors have up to 5 excused absences for in-person college visits. This number also includes needed travel days. Juniors may have 2 days for excused college visits. Please bring a business card from the college to the HS office upon return as a visit verification.

 

Senior Breakfast: Save the date to celebrate this senior milestone on Friday, October 18. A senior student/parent meeting will take place immediately after breakfast, which will include a presentation from Jostens. Please RSVP via the emailed invitation.
 
Testing for Grades 9-11: Students will participate in the following standardized tests on Friday, October 18. Grade 9: Pre-ACT 8/9, Grade 10: Pre-ACT, Grade 11: PSAT. Students will receive information applicable to their specific test during homeroom visits from Mrs. Ladd in early October. Information is also available online, which may include practice questions/tests.  

 
Service Hours: It's never too early to begin serving others! Yearly service hour requirements are Grades 7-9: 10 hours, Grade 10: 20 hours, Grade 11: 30 hours, and Grade 12: 40 hours. Hours should be logged using documentation sheets located in the hallway across from the HS office. It is encouraged your child turns in service logs to their Bible teacher at the end of each 9-week grading period. This enables their progress toward the yearly requirement to be viewed on each report card throughout the year! Please refer to the MCS Parent/Student Handbook for more details.
 
FAFSA 2024: Application window for the 2025-26 school year opens on December 1. Visit studentaid.gov to learn more.
 
ACT/SAT: Students interested in taking these tests should visit ACT.org or SAT.org for test dates, registration, and practice opportunities.
 
Senior/Juniors: Stay active in college and scholarship searches. Create spreadsheets to help you organize information regarding deadlines, application requirements, and notes. Please schedule an appointment with Mrs. Ladd if you have questions or need assistance.
 
College/University Application Window: Colleges and universities began accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year on August 1. Seniors should keep a spreadsheet of application requirements for each school. Please see Mrs. Ladd if you have any questions about the application process.
 
College Visits: Seniors have up to 5 excused absences for in-person college visits. This number also includes needed travel days. Juniors may have 2 days for excused college visits. Please bring a business card from the college to the HS office upon return as a visit verification.

 

AP Exams: AP English Literature and Composition Exam is scheduled for 8 a.m. on Wednesday, May 8.  AP Language and Composition Exam is scheduled for 8 a.m. on Tuesday, May 14. Detailed emails were sent in April and a reminder will be sent.

Graduation: The Commencement Ceremony for the Class of 2024 will be held in the MCC Worship Center on Friday, May 24 at 7:00 p.m. Graduation practice is scheduled for Thursday, May 23 immediately following the traditional Senior Send-Off Chapel and Clap-Out.

National College Decision Day: May 1 is recognized as National Decision Day for colleges and universities across the country. Seniors are encouraged to make their final post-secondary decisions by this date. Due to delays with FAFSA please check with each school for any date extensions on final decisions.

 

College/Career Planning: Students in rising Grades 10-12 should take advantage of the summer months to explore post-secondary education options. College/university/trade school admissions counselors and department chairs are available for in-person and virtual meetings in the summer. Tours may also be arranged. Mrs. Ladd is available to help answer questions about visits, applications, scholarships, and planning. Students and parents are welcome to schedule a meeting.

College Visits: Seniors have up to 5 excused absences for in-person college visits. This number also includes needed travel days. Juniors may have 2 days for excused college visits. Upon return, please bring a business card or visit verification from the college to the HS office.
 
Service Hours: Yearly service hour requirements are Grades 7-9: 10 hours, Grade 10: 20 hours, Grade 11: 30 hours, and Grade 12: 40 hours. Senior hours were due April 1st. Service hours for grades 9-11 are due May 2nd. Hours should be logged using documentation sheets located in the hallway across from the HS office and turned in to Bible teachers. Please refer to the MCS Parent/Student Handbook for more details.

FAFSA: The application window for the 2024-25 school year is now open. Visit studentaid.gov to learn more. Please apply for funding if you intend to attend a 4-year college/university, 2-year degree program, or trade school option.

ACT/SAT: Students interested in taking these tests should visit ACT.org or SAT.org for test dates, registration, and practice opportunities.

College/University Application Window: Colleges and universities begin accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year on August 1. Rising seniors should keep a spreadsheet of application requirements for each school. Please see Mrs. Ladd if you have any questions about the application process.

 

Class of 2028 Meetings: Individual meetings for the Class of 2028 will be held through March. Freshman year schedule planning will occur during Academic Lab.  A detailed email regarding HS scheduling will be sent before the start of student meetings. Parents are also welcome to schedule a meeting.  Please remember these meetings are to plan for the official scheduling window which will open later this spring.

Class of 2025: Based on parent feedback, an 11th-grade parent meeting was sent in the form of a video-recorded meeting. MCS staff prepared you early for applications, scholarships, financial aid, recommendations, and shared information for universities, trade schools, military enlistment, and the workforce.  

 

End of Course Testing: April 15-25th is the spring End of Course Testing window for all students enrolled in HS courses requiring an end-of-course test. This includes 8th-graders enrolled in Algebra I. Students in Grades 3-7 will also participate in required state tests appropriate for their grade level. Specific information will be sent closer to the testing week. Visit education.ohio.gov/parents for sample tests and questions. 

College Visits: Seniors have up to 5 excused absences for in-person college visits. This number also includes needed travel days. Juniors may have 2 days for excused college visits. Upon return, please bring a business card or visit verification from the college to the HS office.

MS/HS Parent-Teacher Conferences: Thursday, February 8th from 4-7 p.m.

Junior Class ACT Testing Day: Juniors will take the ACT Test on Tuesday, February 27th at MCS. There is no charge for this test.  Information will be sent closer to the date. Practice tests are available at ACT.org.

Class of 2027 Meetings: Individual meetings for the Class of 2027 will be held through January. Sophomore year scheduling and college/career planning will occur during study hall or lunchtime. Parents are also welcome to schedule a meeting.

Class of 2025: Based on parent feedback, an 11th-grade parent meeting will be in the form of a video-recorded meeting. MCS staff will prepare you early for applications, scholarships, financial aid, recommendations, and information for universities, trade schools, military enlistment, and the workforce.  

 

End of Course Testing: April 15-25th is the spring End of Course Testing window for all students enrolled in HS courses requiring an end-of-course test. This includes 8th-graders enrolled in Algebra I. Students in Grades 3-7 will also participate in required state tests appropriate for their grade level. Specific information will be sent closer to the testing week. Visit education.ohio.gov/parents for sample tests and questions. 

College Visits: Seniors have up to 5 excused absences for in-person college visits. This number also includes needed travel days. Juniors may have 2 days for excused college visits. Upon return, please bring a business card or visit verification from the college to the HS office.