🎓 Scholarship Opportunity for Students 🎓

The Kids’ Chance of Kansas Scholarship is available for students whose parent or guardian has been seriously or fatally injured in a work-related accident. This scholarship supports post-secondary education and training, including college, technical school, or other approved programs.

📌 Who should apply?
Eligible Kansas students planning to continue their education after high school.

📌 What does it offer?
Financial assistance to help with tuition, fees, and other educational expenses.

Application Deadline: December 31
Students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

👉 Learn more and apply at https://kidschanceofks.org

Questions? Please contact the Counseling Office
for assistance.

4 months ago, Guidance Office
Logo of Kids' Chance

Thank You to Our Amazing Donors

A huge thank you to the Community Foundation of Dickinson County for your generous support in helping bring Duchess, our facility dog, to Abilene High School. Your dedication to empowering youth and strengthening education truly made this dream a reality.

We are grateful for your belief in this program and your investment in the well-being of our students and staff. Duchess is already making a difference because of you. 🧡🐾

#communityfoundationofdickinsoncounty #meetduchess #pawsitiveimpact #thankyoudonors #pawsitivevibes #rescuesforeducation

4 months ago, Guidance Office
DKCO Logo with dog

Thank You to Our Amazing Donors

A heartfelt thank you to the amazing donors who helped bring Duchess, our facility dog, to Abilene High School.

Your kindness, generosity, and belief in supporting student wellness made this possible.

Thank you for believing in the program and for helping us make a positive impact on our students and staff 🧡🐾

#abilenekansasrotaryclub #meetduchess #pawsitiveimpact #thankyoudonors #pawsitivevibes #rescuesforeducation

4 months ago, Guidance Office
Abilene High School sign with Duchess

Thank You to Our Amazing Donors

We are beyond grateful for the generous donors who helped bring Duchess, our new facility dog, to Abilene High School. This would not have been possible without their support. We appreciate their commitment to student wellness and helping us make this dream a reality.

Because of you, Duchess is already making a difference in our hallways and classrooms. 🧡🐾

#hankroyer #meetduchess #pawsitiveimpact #thankyoudonors #pawsitivevibes #rescuesforeducation

4 months ago, Guidance Office
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🎤 Students—Your Voice Matters! 🌾✨

The Rural Voices Youth Contest, sponsored by the North Central Regional Planning Commission in Beloit, KS, is now accepting entries! This is your chance to share your unique perspective on life in rural Kansas and compete for scholarship prizes.

Whether you’re passionate about community, agriculture, local leadership, or the future of rural America, your story deserves to be heard.

📝 How to Enter:
Write an original essay or create a short video based on this year’s Rural Voices theme. Full contest details are available at:
👉 www.ncrpc.org/ruralvoices

🎓 Why Enter?
• Earn scholarship awards
• Build your writing, speaking, and creative skills
• Make your voice part of the conversation shaping our region’s future

🌟 Let’s see our students shine—enter the contest and share your Rural Voice!

4 months ago, Guidance Office
Rural Voices Youth Contest Poster

🎓💸 Students — here’s the easiest scholarship you’ll apply for this year!

The Cirkled In “No Sweat” Scholarship is now open, and it’s exactly what it sounds like — NO essay, NO GPA requirement, NO income requirement.

💰 Award: $2,500
👥 Eligibility: Grades 9-12
📝 Requirements: None! Just submit your Cirkled In profile.
📅 Deadline: December 31st

If you’re looking for a quick way to boost your education fund, this one’s a must! ✔️

Apply here: https://www.cirkled.com/scholarships

Give it a try — it’s truly a "no sweat" opportunity! 🌟

4 months ago, Guidance Office
Cirkled In Student Graphic

🎓 Community Foundation of Dickinson County 🌟

There are 56 scholarships available this year, offering over $190,000 in total awards! And the best part? Just one common application gives you a personalized list of every scholarship you qualify for.
These opportunities are open to:
✔️ Graduating seniors
✔️ Undergraduate & graduate students
✔️ Non-traditional students
✔️ Homeschool graduates
✔️ GED recipients

📅 Applications open December 15 and close February 15 — don’t miss your chance!

Whether you’re starting your educational journey or continuing it, this is your moment. Invest in your future and apply! 🌟

4 months ago, Guidance Office
Community Foundation of DKCO logo
🎓 Scholarship Alert: Kansas 4-H Scholarships Open!

Graduating high school seniors, current college students, and graduate students with 4-H experience: Don't miss out on the Kansas 4-H Scholarship program!

➡️ One application automatically considers you for ALL available scholarships.

Deadline: January 5, 2026

Tag a friend who needs to see this! #Kansas4H #ScholarshipOpportunity #CollegeBound #HigherEducation #4H
4 months ago, Guidance Office
KSU 4-H Logo
Cowboys swept the wildcats.
4 months ago, Melinda Bruna
Varsity Cowboys beat Holton 69-48 JV Cowboys won 59-47
Great job Cowgirls!
4 months ago, Melinda Bruna
Cowgirls Varsity and Junior Varsity beat Holton
Girls in the Class of 2027! Join Distinguished Young Women for an amazing opportunity to gain valuable skills and win scholarships! This is a FREE, in-person program in Belleville, KS, in July 2026, designed to build confidence in public speaking, interviewing, and networking. Last year, they awarded $7,000 in cash scholarships! This is a national program with additional college-granted scholarships available. Apply by going to https://www.distinguishedyw.org and clicking on APPLY | LOG IN at the top left-hand corner.
5 months ago, Guidance Office
Logo of Distinguished Young Women of Kansas
SSG Rosas, USAF, presenting Mrs. Julie Weishaar, Guidance Counselor, with a Certificate of Appreciation.
5 months ago, Guidance Office
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Attention Seniors! The Amanda West Insurance Agency is offering a $1,000 scholarship for Seniors planning to attend trade school, college, or technical school.

Applications are available in the counseling office. They need to be submitted May 4, 2026 before 5:00 p.m. at State Farm.

5 months ago, Guidance Office
State Farm logo
60 Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaways
Nov 22
10 am - noon
2205 N Buckeye
1st come, 1st served
You must bring your current free/reduced lunch form!
5 months ago, Abilene Public Schools
Thanksgiving Dinner Details
ATTENTION: 9th grade students will taking the preACT test on Wednesday, October 22nd.

📝 PreACT Prep Checklist for Parents /Guardians and Students

🛌 The Night Before:

Ensure a full night’s sleep: Aim for 8–9 hours to help with focus and stamina.

Bring #2 pencils (no mechanical pencils), erasers, and a calculator

🍳 The Morning Of:

Eat a nutritious breakfast

Try your best!
6 months ago, Guidance Office
PreACT logo

AHS Media Days are scheduled for 2025-26. The first one is coming up on Tuesday, Aug. 26.

8 months ago, Charity Bathurst
Media Day graphic
Incoming 9th-12th graders who are interested in shot put and discus...we hope you take advantage of this great opportunity!
9 months ago, Abilene Athletics & Activities
Shot Put & Discus Clinic
Cloud County Community College offers a wide range of classes for high school students wanting to complete a CTE Pathway. (See flyer for details.)
11 months ago, Guidance Office
Cloud County Community College CTE Opportunities
Join us in congratulating E. Ediger for being awarded the Abilene Aviation Scholarship!!
12 months ago, Guidance Office
Abilene Aviation Scholarship awarded to E. Ediger
Are you thinking about taking some college classes over the summer? Cloud County Community College is offering summer classes with no online fee! See details below.
12 months ago, Guidance Office
Cloud County Community College, no online fee for summer classes