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Dear Central Cambria community,



I hope you all are doing well!



My name is Micah McConnell, and I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce myself to the Central Cambria community.  I recently accepted the college advisor position here at Central Cambria High School, and I am very excited to begin this new chapter of my professional career.

My most recent professional experience was serving as a paraeducator at Cambria Heights Middle and High School.  I also studied sociology and communication at Juniata College, and I played football for all two years (Go Eagles!!).  Football has always been a huge part of my life, and I learned so much from being a student-athlete.  I am eager to help students at Central Cambria to pursue their own passions and guide them toward their own successful college and career paths.

Outside of the classroom, I am a volunteer firefighter, a football coach, and a youth minister.  My hobbies include DJing local community events, hanging out with friends and family, and watching Survivor.


Looking forward to working with you all,

Mr. McConnell

 

Welcome to The CC Corner, also known as the College & Career Advising Office!

 

Here, you'll find lots of information about exploring college options, applying to college, figuring out financial aid, and more. I hope these resources are especially helpful for your family.

 

What to expect from Mr. McConnell, PCAC College & Career Adviser:

 

  • 1-on-1 meetings with Seniors to discuss:
 
    • College/universities or Trade/technical schools of interest
      • Areas of study
      • College applications
      • Financial aid, scholarships, and student loan options
      • SAT testing and study resources
      • Essay writing tips and editing assistance
 
    • Military service
      • Enlistment, ROTC, or academy options
 
    • Career exploration
      • Apprenticeship and job applications
      • Resume and cover letter writing tips and editing assistance
 
  • Family engagement
    • Monthly newsletter with upcoming events/opportunities and tips
    • Consistent communication to work through questions and concerns
    • Special programming: FAFSA Completion Night, presentations, etc.

 

What is PCAC?

The Pennsylvania College Advising Corps aims to increase the number of low-income, first generation college, and underrepresented high school students who enter and complete higher education. We are part of a national initiative to propel 1,000,000 high school students to college by 2025!


I am so excited to be serving CCHS and I can’t wait to work with your family to create the perfect plan for your senior as they enter the next chapter of their education!

 

Please reach out!

[email protected]

814-472-8860 x2928

*Available by appointment

 

Don't forget to follow @CollegeBoundDevils on Instagram!


Learn more about PCAC at: fandm.edu/pcac