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Mrs. Shannon Fritz, A-D Mrs. Laura Ehringer, E-N Mr. Dave McMillan, O-Z
Agenda
Second Semester Junior Timeline
• • • • • Develop a list of potential colleges Visit colleges Start discussing finances and affordability Take SAT and ACT at least one time each from March- June Select an appropriate senior schedule
Why Consider Postsecondar y Options???
Estimated lifetime earnings
–High school grad: $1,200,000 –Some college: $1,500,000 –Bachelor’s degree: $2,100,000 –Professional degree: $4,400,000 Source: U.S. Census Bureau’s 2006 American Community Survey via Sylvan Learning Center
After High School
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Postsecondary Options ~ • • • • •
Join the Military Enter the Workforce Acquire an Apprenticeship Attend a 2-year institution Seek a 4-year degree
Military
Training, travel, adventure, service, and leadership…
Enlistment Bonuses ◆ College Funds ◆ Loan Repayment Programs Each branch of the armed forces has different specialties, job opportunities, and requirements. For more information on a branch, contact a recruiter specific to that field.
Recruitment Websites Army Navy
– www.goarmy.com
– www.navy.com
Air Force
– www.airforce.com
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Marines
– www.marines.com
Coast Guard
– www.gocoastguard.com
High School Diploma or equivalent required to ✶ enlist and a specified ASVAB test score
Workforce and Apprenticeships
✱ Directly entering the ✱ workforce ✱ Joining an apprenticeship ✱ program Have a postsecondary career in mind and have taken the necessary steps to prepare for that position. •
Have possibly attended Central Nine
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Could currently be doing on the job training
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Plan on contributing to a family business after graduation Apprenticeship-
An education opportunity in which students gain skills related to a specific trade through supervision and classroom instruction. •
3-5 year program
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Receive wages, benefits, & education
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Can lead to an Associates Degree or Technical Certificate through Ivy Tech
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Must be at least 18 years old and have a High School Diploma or GED
Contact the Indiana Department of Workforce Development for more information on available apprenticeship programs and how to apply for one.
Post Secondary Schooling
~ 2-Year Schools ~
Community Colleges
Ex)
Ivy Tech, Vincennes University
• Gain an Associates Degree or Technical Certificate • Easily transfer acquired credit to a 4-year college or university
Technical & Online Colleges
Ex)
◾ ITT Tech ◾ Indianapolis Art Institute ◾ Kaplan, DeVry, Brown Mackie
Can be proprietary schools, or “for-profit.” Focuses more on taking the essential classes for a trade and less on the “college experience.” Most 2-year schools do not require an SAT/ACT score. They provide their own aptitude testing.
~ 4-Year Schools ~
Public Colleges
Ex)
Indiana University, Purdue University, Ball State University
• State money allows these institutions to be more affordable to Indiana residents.
Private Colleges
Ex)
Butler University, Wabash College, University of Notre Dame
and other out-of-state institutions. • More expensive than State schools, but offer private scholarships to help subsidize the cost.
4-year schools require an ACT or SAT score, along with a good high school GPA and a challenging course load.
College Visits Start Now!
• Utilize the 2 college visit days wisely • Visit colleges over spring break • Visit colleges during the summer, schedule an overnight stay if possible.
• Attend the Greater Indianapolis Southside College Fair hosted by UIndy on March 11th starting at 6:30 pm
Scheduling a College Visit
• • • Use the college website to register online or by phone for visit Notify Mrs. Linhart in attendance of the date student will miss Upon return, provide documentation from the college to Mrs. Linhart, which will change the attendance code to CV for college visit
Scholarships
1. Research colleges of interest to review their own scholarship procedures 2. Review guidance’s scholarship list 3. Consider some free online search engines Online Scholarship Resources www.fastweb.com
www.fastaid.com www.finaid.org
www.brokescholar.com www.scholarships.com
FAFSA Info
•What is the FAFSA?
•Scholarships, Grants, Student Loans •Do I have to complete this application?
•When do I complete it?
•Will I receive help completing it?
National Center for College Costs
November 12th, 2013 7:00 pm HS Auditorium
The National Center for College Costs ~
College Costs Estimator Program www.indianacollegecosts.org
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Individual Family Analysis
- Personal finance information translate into eligibility for need-based financial aid.
Group Workshop
Tips on maximizing personal financial aid opportunities.
Continued Online & Toll Free Support
All this and more…
On the
Guidance
webpage!
Go to the WCHS homepage at…
http://www.cpcsc.k12.in.us/wchs/
Click “ Guidance Department ”
Options
http://www.cpcsc.k12.in.us/wchs/guidance/guidanceinfo.htm
Academic Information
• Grade Level Checklist • Graduation Requirements • Dual Credit Opportunities • AP Information
Guidance Calendar
• Testing Dates • Events
College Information
• State and Private School links • College Search links
Financial Aid & Scholarships
• FAFSA Information • Scholarships
Testing Information
• SAT/ACT/GQE etc.
Career Information
• Central Nine • Armed Forces
Volunteer Opportunities
• Locations • Links to search
Guidance Updates
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Standardized Tests for College Admissions
ACT Subjects Tested Score Range
English 1-36 Math Reading Science Reasoning Writing (Optional) 1-36 1-36 1-36 • No Penalty for Wrong Answers • • 3 – 3 ½ hour long test •
SAT Subjects Tested Score Range
Critical Reading 200-800 Math Writing 200-800 200-800 • Point Deduction for Wrong Answers • •3 hour 45 minute long test •
Upcoming Test Dates
ACT $52.50
( www.actstudent.org
)
SAT $51.00
( www.collegeboard.com
)
Deadline to Register
January 10 February 8 March 7 April 12 May 9 June 14
Test Date Deadline to Register Test Date
December 27 25 February 7 April 4 May 9 January June 7 March 8 May 3
Test Preparation Resources
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My College Quickstart
www.collegeboard.com/quickstart ➢
ACT
www.actstudent.org/testprep ➢
ZAPS ACT/SAT Test Prep Workshops
www.zaps.com
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Sylvan Learning Center
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SAT/ACT test prep books at libraries and local bookstores
Advanced Placement (AP) Testing
DATE Mon. May 5th Tues. May 6th Wed. May 7th Morning
Chemistry Environmental Sci.
Calculus AB/BC
Afternoon
Psychology
Check Out
TransferIN.net
for more information on AP and Dual Credit courses specific to Indiana. Thurs. May 8 th
English Literature
Fri. May 9 th
English Language Statistics
Additional admissions and financial aid information is available as well.
Mon. May 12 th
Biology Music Theory Physics B
Tues. May 13 th
US Government
Wed. May 14 th Thurs., May 15th
US History World History - Math and Science Tests are free - English, Social Studies, Music Theory tests - $81 each - Free and Reduced Students acquire all tests at no cost - AP Fund is available for other students if necessary
AP Changes
• AP Physics – – – Now a two year course Physics Honors will become Physics AP 1 2nd year physics will be Physics AP 2 • AP Computer Science – recommended for students who have completed Computer Programming
Dual Credit Options at WCHS
Ivy Tech Classes taught by Ivy Tech Professors and offered at WCHS: •English Composition •Fundamentals of Public Speaking •Intro to Psychology •Intro Sociology Courses can cost up to $180 for 3 credit hours.
Dual Credit Options, Cont’d.
Courses taught by WCHS teachers for Dual Credit: •AP US History – dual credit through ISU •Adv. Telecommunications – dual credit through USI •Adv. Computer Applications – dual credit through Vincennes •Computer Programming – dual credit through Vincennes •AP Biology - dual credit through Indiana University •AP Chemistry - dual credit through Indiana University Courses are $25 per credit hour and range from $75-$125. Students on free/reduced lunch can have tuition fees waived.
Scheduling
• Timeline – Counselors visit US History classes Nov. 12th-14th – For these students, schedule sheets turned in by Nov. 26th – Can access online scheduling in PowerSchool November 12th January 6th • Resources – 2014-2015 Curriculum Guide will be available online Nov. 12th – WCHS→ Guidance→ Academic Information • Strength of Senior Schedule/ Finding Balance – #1 thing colleges look for is course selection – Colleges will ask for senior schedule on application – Make sure student is taking required classes for college (for example, must have pre-calculus for IU) – Find balance
Scheduling continued
• • Junior Interviews – After winter break Making Changes – – – Students and parents will be able to make changes in PowerSchool until Jan. 6th After Jan. 6th, changes can still be made by contacting your counselor All changes must be made by June 1st
Course Information
• • • • Don’t forget about Tribal Elder and Peer Helpers 7 semester graduates Senior free period – students with a 3.0 GPA or higher may choose 6 classes instead of 7 and have one “off” period JAG