Guidance Department
Mr. Tim Gieschen, Guidance Director    Email: Timothy Gieschen
"If you wonder about what the future holds, trust HIM who holds the future."

GUIDANCE LINKS                   Careers      College Financial Aid      College Selection      MI College Directory      National Honor Society      Scholarships      Testing      Transcripts    DOWNLOADS                     School Profile (pdf)   Academic Course Catalog(pdf)   Coll. guidelines book (pdf)   Gear Up for College (pdf)	Michigan Merit Exam (MME) Testing is free to students.  The MME consists of 7 tests given over 3 days:    ACT plus writing     WorkKeys (math and reading)    Michigan Math     Michigan Science     Michigan Social Studies    Michigan Reading    Michigan Writing
	MME Test Fall   2007     SENIORS                         Any senior who scored a 3 or 4 on MI Math, Science, Reading, or Writing may retake the MME. Sat Oct 27   7:55-12:15  ACT Plus Writing®          English, Math, Reading, Science Reasoning, Writing  Tue Oct 30   (Testing Day)       7:55am - 3:00pm  WorkKeys®  + MI subject tests Make-Up:       There are no fall make-up days for retesting. Seniors who do not test in the fall may retest in the Spring with the juniors.	MME Test Spring   2008     JUNIORS                      Tues March 11  7:55-12:15  ACT Plus Writing®          English, Math, Reading, Science Reasoning, Writing  Wed March 12         7:55 - 12:00  WorkKeys®  + MI Math + MI Science Thur March 13           12:45 - 3:15  MI Social Studies  Make-Up:       Not available: March 25-26 is during Easter Break
	MI Merit Exam test preparation -  Sophs and Juniors How can a student prepare for the Michigan Merit Exam (MME)?  Michigan Virtual High School (MVHS) has licensed testGEAR as a FREE online test preparation tool for the ACT®, Michigan Math, Michigan Science and Michigan Social Studies portion of the MME.  How long does it take  to complete the testGEAR program? The time it takes an individual student to complete testGEAR varies.  TestGEAR provides a maximum of 60 hours of instructional test prep materials. How does a student begin using testGEAR? Students must create a unique username (Portfolio) and password in order to access the test preparation tools and save their work in a secure environment.     THE  TESTGEAR  PROGRAM          1.  Take the BrainScan diagnostic (30 minutes) to assess your strengths and weaknesses. 2. Based on your diagnostic results the Smart Curriculum will prescribe a customized study plan. 3. If you choose not to follow the entire Smart Curriculum and want to focus on specific area, then refer to the Course Library. 4. MicroCourses, Practorials and the VocabLab will help you build skills and provide useful strategies to help you ace the test you’re preparing for. 5. Take the Practice tests to gauge your skills with test items that mirror the formats on the real test. 6. Once you’re ready, get a feeling for the real thing by taking the2 full-length practice tests. You will need to create a new portfolio.     REGISTER        New Users: Visit: http://www.bridges.com/mvhs ·     Click the “First time user?” button to create your username.  ·     Follow the listed directions to create your portfolio. Once you have finished registration, you will see “Your Tools.”
	Careers for Christ 2007- 2008 November 9-11, 2007 LHWL is offering the chance for students to see if they would like to pursue a career in religous work. Concordia University in Chicago is offering a weekend at their university to explore what they have to offer. To register click HERE
	The Senior Class of Lutheran High School Westland Michigan announces its Commencement Service Friday evening, June 7th, 2008 7:00 High School Gymnasium  Admission by ticket only.    16 tickets per graduate (10 chair and 6 bleacher).
	Seniors: Apply for fin aid in January 1.  Apply for a PIN - 1 for student, 1 for parent.  Apply in early Jan. 2.  File your FAFSA online  by March 1
	ACT - JUNIORS Register online ($30) @ www.actstudent.org You Students are encouraged to set up a Student Web Account.  With a web account, students will immediately confirm their test date and site and print the admission ticket. Paper registration packets are available in the guidance office if online registration is not possible.  Optional writing test ($14.50) – some colleges (U of M, MI State) require the writing test.  Check www.actstudent.org for a list of colleges.           ACT TEST PREP Test Prep Courses:  flyers from local agencies offering courses are in the Guidance office.  Fees range from $65 to $2000.  CD or self-study book from a local bookstore TESTGEAR:  A free online course, funded by the state, gives students up to 30 hours of ACT training.  Create a free account by clicking the link on the www.lhwl.lhsa.com homepage. Free ACT practice tests are available in the Guidance Office or online at www.actstudent.org and www.princetonreview.com.   Test tips     Test descriptions Juniors will take one ACT plus writing in March as part of the MI Merit Exam.  Most students will choose to take the April or June ACT also.  Optional writing test – some colleges (U of M, MI State) require the writing test.  Check the ACT website for a complete list of colleges requiring writing. Preparing for the ACT (PDF; 80 pgs) or pick up a FREE copy in the Guidance Office. Register online.(Takes 30 minutes)
	EXPLORE RESULTS - FRESHMEN Freshmen:  Complete your World of Work Career explorations using the         EXPLORE website or      ACT Career Planning Website or       LHW Career Planning Website   PLAN RESULTS - SOPHOMORES Sophomores:  Complete your World of Work Career explorations using the         PLAN website or      ACT Career Planning Website or       LHW Career Planning Website
	Michigan Promise Scholarship Students from the class of 2007 who pass the MME will be eligible for the Michigan Promise Scholarship (up to $4000).  Students who receive qualifying scores on the MME  may receive up to $1,000 per academic year for each of their first two years of college enrollment and up to $2,000 after the successful completion of two years of postsecondary education with at least a 2.5 GPA     Students who do not receive qualifying scores on the MME may receive up to $4,000 after the successful completion of two years of postsecondary education with at least a 2.5 GPA