OhioMeansJobs K-12 is a new, no-cost, online career planning tool that helps students discover career interests, explore future job options, build a future budget, create a resume and more.Click the link below to use this resource!

O*NET information is used by millions of individuals every year, including those taking advantage of O*NET Online, My Next Move, and other publicly and privately developed applications. The data have proven vital in helping people find the training and jobs they need, and employers the skilled workers necessary to be competitive in the marketplace. Click the link above to explore this website!

Mapleton Local Schools BOE policy related to Career Advising can be found here:

7.33 - Career Advising - Adopted 09-11-17 (00215375xD83CC) (1).pdf.

Guidelines:

1. Initial eligibility requirements for each division can be reviewed at:  www.ncaaclearinghouse.net  

2. Register with the NCAA Clearinghouse online at the beginning of your junior year. 

3. Sign the transcript release forms after registering with the Clearinghouse and return them to the Guidance office.

4. When taking the ACT/SAT, the scores must be sent directly to the Clearinghouse.  Test scores on transcripts will not be used.
   

5. Continue to check your grades, classes, and ACT/SAT scores against the NCAA requirements as you go through your senior year.

There are a variety of excellent resources from the NCAA Eligibility Center on the NCAA website.  If you are considering collegiate athletics, please take the time to explore this link devoted to potential future athletes!

Classes of 2023 and Beyond Graduation Requirements

Honors Diplomas

What are Honors Diplomas?

High school students can gain state recognition for exceeding Ohio’s graduation requirements through an honors diploma. Students challenge themselves by taking and succeeding at high-level coursework and in real-world experiences.

Ohio students have the opportunity to choose to pursue one of six honors diplomas.  The criteria for each are listed on the links below:

1. Academic Honors Diploma
2. International Baccalaureate Honors Diploma
3. Career Tech Honors Diploma
4. STEM Honors Diploma
5. Arts Honors Diploma - this includes dance, drama/theatre, music, and visual arts
6. Social Science and Civic Engagement Honors Diploma 

Waivers WILL NOT be granted and placed on official transcripts until TWO seasons have been completed and TWO forms are completed and returned to the guidance office!

All of the local scholarships, the ones in blue folders, had instruction sheets placed behind the scholarship certificates that included where you should send thank you notes and also how to receive your scholarship awards.  The instructions for the scholarship awards are as follows:

Please note that most local scholarships will not be paid out until you send Mrs. Shafer two things at [email protected]: 

1) a transcript from your Fall 2023 semester showing satisfactory academic progress, and 

2) a class schedule for Spring 2024 semester.  

Please make sure that your name and the name of the college/university appears on the transcript.  Please also be sure to include the address to which you would like your check sent.  Once these two things have been approved  by the donor, the necessary paperwork can be completed in order for you to receive payment. 

Check back in January of 2024!

December 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024 - The Ohio State University Alumni Scholars Program - The Ohio State University Alumni Scholars Program (ASP) is intended to recruit, provide recognition and financial assistance to incoming freshmen. The Alumni Association coordinates with the local alumni club, Admissions and Undergraduate Financial Aid. It is suggested students complete the FAFSA to be eligible for any financial need-based scholarships and grants. The program provides scholarship awards as competitive, merit-based, recruitment scholarships. Selection criteria:

• Students who preferably apply to the University by November 1.

• Preferably accepted to The Ohio State University but not required.

• Demonstrate academic merit.

• Demonstrate involvement in school and community activities.

• Show a sound interest and positive attitude toward college work.

• Be residents of and/or attend high school in the area in which the participating alumni club’s membership is based.

Apply for a club scholarship and others by signing in to ScholarshipUniverse 

https://osu.scholarshipuniverse.com/   Students must apply to Ohio State to get their name.# so they can enter the ScholarshipUniverse portal and apply for scholarships.

Check back in January of 2024 for more!

Applying for scholarships requires you to be aware of the deadlines and requirements associated with each scholarship.  Allow yourself plenty of time to complete applications, write essays if required, and request recommendations.  Early submission of materials is strongly encouraged!

Tips for Completing Scholarship Applications:

• Start Early!  Do not wait until the week the scholarship is due.
• Check the Eligibility Requirements.  Look at areas such as GPA and intended major to make sure you qualify.
• Follow Instructions Carefully.  Include all requested materials, get every required signature, submit as many copies as required, formatted exactly as requested, and keep the essay relevant.
• Neatness and Accuracy Counts!  Check your spelling.  Print carefully with black ink – no pencil!  If your handwriting is difficult to read, consider typing the application.  Answer questions as completely and correctly as you can.  Avoid abbreviations that are not easily recognizable.
• Proofread Your Application Carefully.  Enlist the help of other people to proofread your application.
• Request materials or letters of recommendation from counselors, teachers, or community members at least 2 – 3 weeks before the deadline.  (See Letters of Recommendation Guidelines below.)
• Ask Questions.  If you are unsure about how to complete an application, stop by the Guidance Office for assistance.

Mapleton High School

School and Community: With an enrollment of 843 students, the Mapleton Local School District covers 100.62 square miles and borders on Wayne, Huron, Medina, and Richland counties.  It is comprised of an elementary school (Preschool-5), one middle school (6-8), and one high school (9-12).

Mapleton High School is a four-year, comprehensive high school located in Ashland County about 7 miles northeast of Ashland. Enrollment (grades 9-12) is 276 students. 15% of the student body attends The Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center.  Mapleton High School offers students the opportunity to participate in post-secondary educational options through partnerships with several institutions of higher learning, or students may attend the International Baccalaureate program offered through the Tri-County International Academy.  

Staff:  The Mapleton High School staff includes one administrator, one counselor, and 20 faculty members.

Requirements for Graduation:  For the current senior class, 21 credits are required for graduation including 4 credits of English, 4 credits of math, 3 credits of science, 3 credits of social studies, ½ credit of physical education, and ½ credit of health in addition to 6 elective credits. One of the 6 elective credits must be a fine arts credit. 

Grade Point Average/Class Rank:  GPA is weighted. Mapleton High School courses are weighted on a 4.0 scale.  Mapleton High School CCP/Dual Credit courses are weighted on a 5.0 scale.  All courses for which grades are given are used in the figuring of the GPA.  GPA is figured by computer and carried out 3+ decimal places which will determine class rank. The cumulative GPA is computed at the conclusion of each semester. 

Current Grading Scale:

Scholastic Recognition: Mapleton High School publishes an honor roll each grading period. Achievement is recognized with three honor rolls.

    Distinguished Scholar Roll        3.750-4.000+

    High Honor Roll            3.500-3.749

    Merit Roll                3.000-3.499

ACT Results:  Average ACT scores for the Class of 2024 from the March 2023 state-wide testing (76 students tested): 16.9 English, 17.6 Math, 19.1 Reading, 17.7 Science, 17.9 Composite

Post High School Education:  Approximately 42% of the 2023 graduating class had plans to move on to some form of higher education. 19% intended to attend a 2-year community college and 23% a 4-year college or university.