April 18, 2018 By:Yazmin Estrada

Seniors! “It’s Decision Time!” and you are about to make your final choice on where you will attend college. You and your parents, are invited to attend a short presentation in the McNary Library this  19th at 6:30 PM to help you understand the important steps you need to take to finalize your college choice.

April 18, 2018 By:Jeremiah De Lorenzo

Juniors! Planning for your Senior year begins today! Mark your Calendars for the Junior College Jumpstart - Tuesday, April  24th at 6:30 PM in the McNary Library. Mrs. Farris will help Juniors and parents understand what you can begin doing now to prepare for your senior year. Learn about the college admissions and application process,

April 11, 2018 By:Jeremiah De Lorenzo

SENIORS! Your time is running out. Sign up today in the College and Career Center to visit the campus Chemeketa Community College on April 20th if you plan to attend in Fall 2018! See MRs. Farris for all the details TODAY.

April 11, 2018 By:Yazmin Estrada

Wednesday, April 11 Warner Pacific University will be visiting McNary. A small, private school in Portland that has great academic programs in Nursing, Sports and Exercise Science, Business, Criminal Justice, Social Work and more. Sign up to attend today on the College and Career Center Website.

April 9, 2018 By:Kalla Holden

Seniors!  Are you planning on attending Chemeketa  Community College? Sign up today with Mrs. Farris to visit Chemeketa’s campus on Friday, April 20 .  Get a tour of campus, talk with current students and staff, receive help with financial aid, learn about on-campus support services and how to save money on textbooks in the fall.

March 21, 2018 By:Yazmin Estrada

On campus at Western Oregon University July 15 -20 Get a feel for College life:  eat, sleep, attend amazing workshops and activities for a week at Western Oregon University. Receive information about college planning/choosing the right college for you, financial aid and Scholarship workshops, workshops throughout the week on how to be successful in college,

March 16, 2018 By:Jeremiah De Lorenzo

Class of 2018 Seniors it’s time to start reporting scholarships and awards you have received!  The Class of 2017 Smashed the scholarship ceiling and received over 5.7 Million dollars in scholarships and awards. Class of 2018, I am confident you can meet and exceed that Scholarship total! Go today to the College and Career Center

March 2, 2018 By:Yazmin Estrada

Seniors! Local Scholarships are coming due! You can’t win if you don’t apply! Stop in and see Mrs. Farris today! Don’t miss out on FREE Money for college.

February 23, 2018 By:Jeremiah De Lorenzo

Juniors and Seniors, Eastern Oregon University will be at McNary on Thursday March 8th.  A great school for business, teaching, nursing, technology and science programs.  Come find out more about their campus. Sign up today in the College and Career Center.

February 7, 2018 By:Yazmin Estrada

Are you interested in learning how to plan and produce a garden?  Marion-Polk County Food Share Youth program is offering a FREE Six-Week Gardening Class at Chemeketa Community College February 21 – March 28. Applications are available today. See Mrs. Farris for more information.

February 5, 2018 By:Yazmin Estrada

Seniors the Keizer Rotary Scholarships are now available. These six local scholarships from our community range from $500 - $1000 awards and are available on the College and Career Center Scholarship page or you can pick up an application in the College and Career Center.  Scholarship deadline is March 15th.

January 30, 2018 By:Jordyn Maret

ATTENTION SENIORS if Chemeketa Community College is your 1st choice college or even a possible “Back up” college plan you should plan to attend the Chemeketa Community College Presentation next Tuesday, February 6th to learn everything you need to know to be ready to attend classes in the Fall.   Sign up today on the

January 9, 2018 By:Ashley Doerfler

Juniors and Seniors, What are Colleges and Scholarship Committees really looking for when you write personal statement essays on applications? Find out a great way to “Write College and Scholarship Essays that Get Noticed” Wednesday, January 10 in the College and Career Center after school at 2:30 PM.

January 9, 2018 By:Ashley Doerfler

Are you interested in learning how to plan and produce a garden? Marion-Polk County Food Share Youth program is offering a FREE Six-Week Gardening Class at Chemeketa Community College February 21 – March 28. Applications are available today. See Mrs. Farris for more information.

January 4, 2018 By:Ashley Doerfler

Juniors and Seniors: Learn the essentials of College and Scholarship Planning. Attend the College and Scholarship Organization Seminar in the College and Career Center Tuesday, January 9th at 2:30 PM after school. Find out how you can prepare to get your college tuition and fees paid for by winning scholarships from local and state organizations

January 2, 2018 By:Alan Torres

OSU - Cascades in Bend, OR will be visiting the college and career center Tuesday, January 15 at 1:00pm.

January 2, 2018 By:Alan Torres

Wednesday, January 10th, at 2:30pm there will be a workshop in the college and career center to help understand what college and scholarship committees consider when reading your essay.

January 2, 2018 By:Alan Torres

Come to the College and Career Center Tuesday, January 9th, at 2:30pm to learn about about organization essentials for writing college and scholarship essays.

December 5, 2017 By:Brenden Lester

Seniors! Now is the time to finalize your top choice schools, complete your college and financial aid applications and begin researching and applying for scholarships! If it seems overwhelming, the first step is to ask for help. Stop by and see Mrs. Farris in the College and Career Center, get your questions answered and receive

December 5, 2017 By:Alan Torres

Juniors and Seniors, Monday, December 11th the United States Navy will be here to give a presentation in the College and Career Center. Learn about a career in the Navy, ways to pay for college and receive information and how to apply for the NROTC Scholarship that is due in January. Sign up online to

December 4, 2017 By:Kalla Holden

On Wednesday, December 6th, Bryce Lisser from Guardian Acupuncture will give a career presentation in the College and Career Center. Juniors or seniors interested are encouraged to see Mrs. Farris to register.

November 27, 2017 By:Alan Torres

Interested in  a college degree in Graphic Design, theater, music, or Interior design? Cornish College of the Arts, located in Seattle, Washington, will visit McNary on Wednesday, November 29th at 11:20AM Sign up online or see Mrs. Farris to attend this presentation.

November 16, 2017 By:Alan Torres

Next Monday, November 20, Mrs. Farris is offering a College and Scholarship Workday during the first day of conferences. The College and Career Center will be open 9AM – 1PM!  Students are encouraged to come and work on College and Scholarship Applications, receive helpful tips on how to write scholarship essays that gets noticed, finish

November 16, 2017 By:Ashley Doerfler

Western Oregon University invites seniors who wish to attend WOU Fall Term 2018 to the WOU Admission Application Workshop on Friday, December 1st. Staff from the Admissions office will assist students complete their application for admission. Students who complete their application will also have their $60 Admissions fee waived. At the event students will also

November 14, 2017 By:Alan Torres

Western Oregon University “Instant Wolf” Day at McNary is Scheduled for Monday, November 27th. During the Instant Wolf Event students who have registered for the event will receive an early Admissions Decision from WOU. 

October 31, 2017 By:Ashley Doerfler

Juniors and Seniors, The Art Institute of Portland will be at McNary November 7 @ 9am. Students can sign up on the College and Career Center Website to attend.

October 19, 2017 By:Ashley Doerfler

Seniors! Now is the time to begin completing your college applications and searching for scholarships. Check out the new McNary College and Career Center website for help or stop by the College and Career Center and see Mrs. Farris to get help planning for your future!

June 6, 2017 By:McNary

Interested in a career in the dental field?  Friday, June 9th Oregon Institute of Technology will be here to present information on their Dental Hygienist program. If you would like to learn more about the dental program at OIT, please sign up this week to attend with Mrs. Farris in the College and Career Center.

May 12, 2017 By:McNary

The College and Career Center would remind all Freshman, Sophomores of the College Jumpstart Event next week on Tuesday, May 16th at 6:30 PM in the McNary High School Library.  Students and Parents, come and find out what you need to know NOW to begin planning for your future! Time flies and it is important

May 11, 2017 By:McNary

The College and Career Center would remind all Freshman and Sophomores of the College Jumpstart Event next week on Tuesday, May 16th at 6:30 PM in the McNary Library. Students and Parents, come and find out what you need to know NOW to begin planning for your future! Time flies and it is important to

May 9, 2017 By:McNary

SENIORS! Who has made a positive influence in your life during your years at McNary?  Nominate one of your fellow McNary Graduates for The Terri Oldham $500 scholarship! If your nomination is chosen you will also receive $50! Think of those who assisted you with school work, were valuable help while participating in sports, drama,

May 9, 2017 By:McNary

Claggett Creek Middle School is hosting a College and Community Resources Fair on Thursday, May 11th from 5 – 7:00 PM.  There will be food, prizes, medical screenings and information about local community resources. Oregon State University, University of Oregon, Western Oregon University, Willamette University, Chemeketa and Linn Benton Community College will also attend this

May 4, 2017 By:Jason Heimerdinger

A New scholarship is available in the College and Career Center.  The Scott Miller Memorial Scholarship offers a $1000 and $500 Award for graduating high school seniors who has a family member who is a voting or supporting member of the Marion County Farm Bureau. Deadline for this scholarship is June 1st. Please come see

May 3, 2017 By:McNary

Juniors! Come to the "College and Scholarship Organization" Seminar - Wednesday, May 10  after school at 2:30 - 3:30 PM  in the College and Career Center.  This is a great way for you to prepare and get ready for your senior year! Mrs. Farris has great information and will give you great organization strategies, hints

May 3, 2017 By:McNary

JUNIORS!!! Please come to the "Writing College and Scholarship Essays that get Noticed" Seminar - Thursday, May 11 2:30 - 3:30 PM  This seminar Mrs. Farris will give you some specific ideas of how to write College and Scholarship Essays that stand out. Beginning now will give you a head start and you will be able

May 3, 2017 By:McNary

Seniors!  Are you planning to attend Western Oregon University, Oregon Tech or Chemeketa Community College in the Fall? These colleges want to make sure that your transition from high school to college is successful. During the month of May WOU, Oregon Tech and Chemeketa are all hosting on campus events where you can meet advisors,

April 4, 2017 By:Jason Heimerdinger

Juniors and Seniors Are you considering a healthcare career? Salem Health will present on many of the growing careers in the health field at McNary on Monday, April 10 at 11am. Sign up to attend on the McNary Website or with Mrs.Farris!  

April 4, 2017 By:Jason Heimerdinger

Seniors! Are you planning on attending Western Oregon University in the Fall? You are invited to WOU Signing Day on Thursday, May 18th. Transportation from McNary High School will be provided. Sign up today in the College and Career Center with Mrs. Farris!

March 16, 2017 By:McNary

Seniors! Have you applied for the Oregon Promise Grant? Oregon high school graduates are eligible for up to 90 credits free tuition at a community college beginning Fall 2017. However, deadlines are quickly approaching!  To receive this tuition grant you also must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid and list a community college!

March 9, 2017 By:Jason Heimerdinger

Have you decided to attend Oregon State University in the Fall? Are you a male senior who identifies yourself as a leader in your school and community? The Acacia Fraternity Men’s Leadership Scholarship offers 10 - $1500 Scholarships for incoming freshman attending Oregon State University.   Application is on the McNary Scholarship List OR you can

March 9, 2017 By:Jason Heimerdinger

Juniors!  Applications are due for the  WOU Summer Project this Friday, March 10th! Get your application in to be a part of an amazing summer program. Receive amazing support from WOU Admissions applying for college, financial aid and scholarships during your senior year! See Mrs. Farris for more information today!

February 21, 2017 By:McNary

New Local Scholarships are coming into the College and Career Center every day!   The Keizer Heritage Pearl Langeland Memorial Scholarship is for any graduating senior who has been a resident of Keizer for the past 5 years. This $1000 scholarship requires short handwritten answers to 3 questions, a list of extracurricular activities and document

February 2, 2017 By:Jason Heimerdinger

Students interested in attending Chemeketa Community College after High School should stop by the College and Career Center to learn about the application process, financial aid, and Placement testing required. There are a wide variety of scholarships available at Chemeketa for students…some are based on merit, others for first generation college students.  Chemeketa Foundation Scholarships opened

February 2, 2017 By:Jason Heimerdinger

Seniors, it’s important to remember that many scholarships require you to have completed your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). If you are a senior and have not completed your Financial Aid Application for college, please stop by the College and Career Center for more information!   All graduating seniors should apply for financial

February 2, 2017 By:Jason Heimerdinger

Seniors, new and local scholarships are coming in daily. Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors there are even scholarships for you! Continue to check the College and Career Center Website or come in and see Mrs. Farris.

January 18, 2017 By:McNary

Another scholarship for those interested in becoming a teacher is the Lucille Middleton Memorial Scholarship. This $500 scholarship is open to any McNary graduating senior who might choose a career in teaching. Students must be involved in community service and are working to their potential academically. Former Gubser Elementary students will have priority. Pick up

January 13, 2017 By:McNary

Did you know that McNary's College and Career Center now has a text reminder account? If you want to get notifications and reminders about upcoming College and Career Center events and activities then text @McNaryCCC to 81010 and you’ll be signed up for the CCC remind account. You’ll be among the first people on campus

January 4, 2017 By:McNary

Seniors interested in applying for the Kaiser Permanente Healthcare Career Scholarship must have their Scholarship REGISTRATION complete by Wednesday, January 4th. The registration deadline is designed to ensure that applicants and nominators have a reasonable chance of completing their tasks by the application submission deadline of January 11, 2017, 5 p.m  If you have any

December 14, 2016 By:McNary

Interested in going to college in Bend, OR? OSU – CASCADES campus admissions representative will be coming to McNary on Thursday, January 19th. Sign up today on the College and Career Center Presentation Website to attend.

December 14, 2016 By:McNary

Seniors! New scholarships are coming into the College and Career Center! This week we received two local scholarships. First the $1000 Sheila Goodman Memorial Scholarship presented by the Keizer Police Association open to any graduating senior at McNary High School. The second Scholarship is the Nellie Thompson-Dorothy Patch Scholarship Fund which gives scholarships to ethnic

December 7, 2016 By:McNary

Looking for a part-time job?  Mrs. Farris has reached out to local business and has an updated list of employers looking for students to fill part-time positions. Take a look at the College and Career Center Jobs Board for specific information on the businesses hiring how to apply!

December 7, 2016 By:McNary

Mrs. Farris has planned a College and Scholarship Organization Seminar specifically for students who are unable to attend after school events. Student athletes, those involved in other afterschool activities or employment, are encouraged to come this Monday, December 12, at 7am and get great information about how to organize yourself to effectively apply for college

December 7, 2016 By:McNary

This week in the College and Career Center there are two after school seminars that students are encouraged to attend. Wednesday, December 7th Mrs. Farris will be giving a College and Scholarship Organization Presentation and on Thursday, December 8th a presentation on Writing College and Scholarship Essays. Both of these presentations will begin at 2:30pm.

December 7, 2016 By:McNary

Seniors….It’s Scholarship Season!  And here is some Great News!  The Western Oregon University Bilingual Teacher Scholars Program has extended their December 2nd Deadline to December 16th.  This scholarship program provides a combination of scholarship and tuition assistance up to $6000 annually and is renewable for up to five years. Students who qualify will also be

December 7, 2016 By:McNary

This is the scholarship of all scholarships. The OSAC Scholarship is exclusively available to Oregon juniors and seniors.  You fill out one application, which then gets submitted to over 500 scholarships (collectively worth over $16 million). There are scholarships for everyone - some based on merit, need, diversity, talent, service, etc. Some have GPA requirements, others

November 30, 2016 By:Jason Heimerdinger

Congratulations seniors! 23.9% of you have successfully completed your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)! Students who have not completed their Financial Aid Application….IT’S TIME!  The FAFSA or ORSAA needs to be completed by all graduating seniors. Even if you believe your family will not qualify grants through the federal and state governments,  students

November 30, 2016 By:McNary

Sign up today online at the College and Career Presentations Sign-Ups page for career presentations coming to McNary. -Adventure, excitement, travel, good pay and benefits is what a career in Aviation and the Space industry can offer!  Curt Cowley from the Federal Aviation Administration will be here to present career options on December 5th. -Interested

November 16, 2016 By:Jason Heimerdinger

The College and Career Center Reader Board will update you on seminars and after school programs coming up! Mrs. Farris has two seminars scheduled already: “College and Scholarship Organization” –on December 1 and December 12 “Writing College and Scholarship Application Essays that Get Noticed!” –on December 7 and December 13  

November 9, 2016 By:McNary

Hey there! You can still sign up now, for Military presentations in the College and Career Center!  Armed Forces representatives from the Marines, Air National Guard, Army, Air Force, and Army National Guard will all be here next week, November 14-18! Each day a different branch of the military will be presenting great information about

November 7, 2016 By:McNary

FAFSA (Free Application For Student Aid) is pretty much free college money, courtesy of the federal government. Why not take advantage of it? Applications are being accepted now, so start planning, seniors. Talk to Mrs. Farris in the College & Career Center if you have any questions.

November 4, 2016 By:McNary

Association of Computer Professionals in Education (ACPE) offers a $2500 scholarship to students who have demonstrated high interest and shown innovative use of technology during high school who plans to pursue studies in a technology related field with a minimum of a two year degree. For more information about these scholarships and  many others, come

November 4, 2016 By:McNary

The College and Career Center also has Military Branches coming to give presentations the week of November 14th.  Sign up if you are interested in learning more about a career in the military, officer training programs available and educational benefits provided by our armed forces! Please sign up today with Mrs. Farris or on the

November 4, 2016 By:McNary

Mark your calendars for an upcoming after school seminar in the College and Career Center. Tuesday, November 15th  from 2:30 to 3:30pm.  Mrs. Farris will be hosting a College and Scholarship Organization seminar!  This event will be great for students who want some practical and helpful hints to keep you organized as you begin sending

November 2, 2016 By:McNary

Adam Patton - The Piper College credit for $25, high school classes that teach college level skills and study habits. This year over 300 McNary students are jumping at the opportunity to take Advanced Placement (AP) classes. In an AP class, students learn college-level material and at the end of the course take a test to see if they qualify for college credit. “AP classes

November 2, 2016 By:McNary

November 14th Heidi Hari, McNary High School graduate and recipient of the Kaiser Permanente Health Care Career Scholarship, who is currently enrolled in the OHSU nursing program, will visit McNary and wants to talk with students about careers in the health field and give helpful hints about the Kaiser Permanente Health Care Career scholarship application.

October 24, 2016 By:McNary

All Students especially Seniors, The College and Career Center wants to remind all students, that tonight at Chemeketa Community College, there will be a College and Career Fair from 6-8pm. This event is a wonderful opportunity for you to talk to college representatives from a variety of schools, as well as get info about career

October 12, 2016 By:McNary

Western Oregon University will be coming to McNary High School on November 8th for an onsite “INSTANT WOLF” Admissions Event. If you are interested in gaining admission to Western Oregon University…please stop by the table outside the College and Career Center and see how you must prepare for this on campus event. On November 8th students

October 9, 2016 By:Hunter Watson

McNary’s College and Career Center is hosting a Financial Aid Information and FAFSA Completion Night Monday, October 10th 6:30 – 8:30pm in the McNary High School Library. If you haven’t already filed your FAFSA bring your tax information (2015 taxes) and Social Security Numbers to begin completing your FAFSA during the event To get the

October 5, 2016 By:McNary

Western Oregon University (WOU) will be coming to McNary High School on November 8th for an onsite “INSTANT WOLF” Admissions Event. If you are interested in gaining admission to Western Oregon University… please stop by the table outside the College and Career Center and see how you must prepare for this on campus event. On

September 23, 2016 By:McNary

The College and Career Center wants to remind you of a very important event  taking place Monday, September 26th at 7:00pm.  “College Information Night” is an event where juniors, seniors and parents will have the opportunity to hear information that will help students navigate and begin college planning. Information about changes in financial aid, helpful

September 19, 2016 By:McNary

Attention all Junior and Senior Celtics! McNary will be having its first college visit of the year from Pacific Lutheran University located in Tacoma, Washington. If you want to attend, make sure to sign up outside the College and Career Center. The presentation will be held on Thursday morning at 9:30am. This is a great opportunity to

September 12, 2016 By:McNary

College visits are coming soon!  Sign up now to hear presentations for a variety of colleges and universities visiting McNary in October and November. Sign-ups are located outside College and Career Center in the Commons.  Click here for dates of upcoming college visits.