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Testing Resources

  • The ACT logo featuring the word 'ACT' in bold black letters with a red brushstroke swoosh beneath it. The word 'The' appears in smaller black text to the left of 'ACT'.
    ACT's

    The ACT is a college admissions test in the U.S., covering English, Math, Reading, and Science. Scored 1-36, it measures academic readiness for college.

  • College Board Advanced Placement Program logo in blue, featuring the College Board name in bold with an acorn icon on the left. The words 'Advanced Placement Program' appear below in a smaller, serif font.
    AP Testing

    AP tests let high school students earn college credit by taking exams in various subjects. Scored 1-5; 3+ may qualify for credit, depending on college policies.

  • PSAT/NMSQT logo featuring the acronyms 'PSAT' in blue and 'NMSQT' in brown. Below, the full title reads 'Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test' in smaller blue text.
    PSATs

    The PSAT is a practice test for the SAT, assessing reading, writing, and math. It can qualify students for scholarships and is scored from 320 to 1520.

  • College Board SAT logo featuring the College Board name with an acorn icon on the left. Below, the slogan reads 'connect to college success' in a smaller, italicized font, emphasizing the organization's mission.
    SATs

    The SAT is a college admissions test in the U.S., covering reading, writing, and math. Scored 400-1600, it measures readiness for college-level courses.

  • Khan Academy logo featuring a hexagon with a stylized figure in white against a green background on the left, followed by the name 'Khan Academy' in bold, navy blue text.
    Kahn Academy SAT Prep

    Khan Academy SAT Prep is a free, online tool offering personalized practice, tests, videos, and feedback, tailored to help students improve SAT performance.

Graduation Requirements

College & Financial Aid

Websites

  • NH Higher Education Assistance Foundation (NHHEAF)

    NH Higher Education Assistance Foundation provides financial aid, scholarships, and college planning resources to help NH students pursue higher education.

  • Free Application Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

    FAFSA is a free application for U.S. students to apply for federal financial aid, including grants, loans, and work-study, for college or career school.

  • CSS Profile logo featuring a white acorn icon on a black background, followed by the text 'CSS Profile' in bold white letters on a purple background.
    CSS Profile

    The CSS Profile is a financial aid application used by some U.S. colleges to award non-federal scholarships and grants based on student financial need.

Resources

  • How to Create an FSA ID

    An FSA ID is a username and password for U.S. students to access and sign the FAFSA, manage federal student aid accounts, and access financial aid information.

  • FAFSA Letter

    There is a new requirement for New Hampshire students to graduate high school. For the Class of 2024 going forward, students will be required to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or sign a waiver opting out.

Employment

Mental Health Information & Resources

  • Northern Human Services logo featuring two green tree icons on the left, with the text 'Northern Human Services' in bold green lettering. Below, the slogan 'Changing Lives' is written in italicized green script.
    Northern Human Services

    For emergencies, you can access Emergency Services at the Mental Health Center 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 752-7404 or call 9-1-1. Please use your judgement. M-F, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm and ask for the clinician on call. After hours and weekends, request the on-call mental health clinician. The clinician will contact you as soon as possible.

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline logo in black, featuring the number '988' in large bold font above a horizontal line. Below, the text reads 'Suicide & Crisis Lifeline' in uppercase letters, emphasizing the service's focus on providing support.
    National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

    The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a free, confidential support service for people in crisis, offering 24/7 help via phone or text for suicide prevention.

Military

  • Collage representing the United States Armed Forces, featuring emblems of the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard. The background includes an American flag, a dramatic sky with sun rays, and a bald eagle in the top right corner. The text reads 'United States Armed Forces' in bold white lettering.
    United States Armed Forces

    Branches of the military include the Air Force, the Army the Coast Guard, the Marines, the National Guard, and the Navy.

  • ASVAB Career Exploration Program logo featuring a blue starburst design on the right. The text 'ASVAB' is written in bold blue letters, with 'Career Exploration Program' below in teal, emphasizing the program's focus on career development.
    ASVAB

    ASVAB Test gives students a chance to explore possible career options and test their skills for workforce readiness.

Career Development

  • Logo of the Bureau of Labor Statistics featuring a stylized red star with horizontal stripes and a blue upward-pointing arrow on top, symbolizing economic growth and data analysis.
    Occupational Outlook Handbook

    Occupational Outlook Handbook is a government run website that allows for students to explore careers by field. Each career explains the education needed, median pay, expected growth of the career and much more about each other option. Take a look through the careers you may be interested in or have been matched with, this might help you narrow down your search.

Scholarships

We will notify students via email of new scholarships and deadlines will be posted in the Guidance Office. 

If you need a letter of recommendation from a school counselor for a scholarship, please email your request.  Please don’t wait until the last minute!  We want to be sure you meet any deadlines required.

If you need a transcript, please click this link: GMHS Transcript Request

Don’t hesitate to contact our admin assistant with any questions.

  • Image of a graduation cap and diploma resting on a stack of books with a bundle of dollar bills underneath, symbolizing education and financial aid or scholarships.
    Scholarship Handbook

    The Scholarship Handbook helps students and parents with financial aid, FAFSA, timelines, and scholarship applications.

Virtual Learning Academy

  • VLACS logo featuring a blue and green checkmark-like design with a circular blue dot representing a person. The text 'VLACS' is displayed prominently in blue and green, with 'Virtual Learning Academy' written below in blue.
    Virtual Learning Academy

    VLACS is an online virtual school that provides middle school, high school, and adult students with the freedom to learn anywhere, anytime. They offer full-time and part-time middle and high school programs to students around the globe with free tuition for New Hampshire residents, and their adult education program gives students the ability to earn a high school diploma, gain knowledge, and learn new skills.