Transcript 2009 Grad Parent Meeting
Mr. von Matt Ms. Matthews counsellors
Must have completed these 13 courses: English 10 Socials 10 A Science 10 A Math 10 PE 10 Planning 10 A Fine Art OR Applied Skill 10,11 or 12 English or Comm.11
Socials 11 A Science 11 A Math 11 English or Comm. 12 Graduation Transitions 12 All are 4 credits each = 52 credits Plus at least 7 other courses: THREE of which must be grade 12 level courses.
7courses x 4 credits =28 credits.
52 + 28 = 80 credits.
5 Gov’t exams must be written: English 10 Science 10 Math 10 Socials 11 English 12 or Communications 12 To check exam results: www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams Create an account by using your PEN (personal education number) which is on report card. IMPORTANT TO CHECK IN THE SUMMER
Scholarships are awarded based on the five mandatory exams. Students must achieve a final mark of 73% or higher in English 12, and… Score in the top 5,000 students in the province based on the average of all five exams. $1000 voucher for post-secondary school awarded.
Students can re-write exams one time per course within 12 months of their first attempt. But if you are re-writing English 12 this year must re-write by Aug 31.
Graduation Transitions is a mandatory course required for graduation No weekly set class for the course Students attend a seminar to receive course booklet and instructions Completed booklet is due in April
Counsellors check to see if grad is possible based on courses students are registered in- October Students can figure out if they have enough credits by looking at grade 10 and 11 report cards, and factoring in courses they are registered in now.
After each reporting session counsellors check to see if there are any grads in jeopardy of not graduating based on current marks.
Letters sent home to parents for students in danger of not graduating
Grad photos – January 12 th -14th Parent tributes, toddler photos and grad write-ups due January 16 th .
See page 78 in the planner for detailed information
April/May – Grad fees to be paid, gown sizing Be sure to read Haney Happenings daily and check school website to ensure that announcements pertaining to grad aren’t missed!
Wednesday, June 3 rd , 2013
7:30 am – Grad Breakfast and rehearsal –all grads must attend rehearsal
Friday, June 5 th , 2013
7:40 am - Grads arrive in Grad Cap & Gown – meet in Rotunda 9:00 am - Grad Ceremonies begin @ THSS in the gym 4 tickets to ceremony per graduate. Not many extras!!
5:30 pm- Dinner/Dance begins @ Meadow Gardens 11:30 pm to 5 am - Dry Grad @ THSS Detailed info on schools.sd42.ca/thss/ website under “grad 2015”
Working Trades (apprenticeship programs) “Gap” year – valuable to PSI’s and scholarships if structured with specific goals Volunteering (buyer-beware) Travelling College University
Almost everything you need to know about college/university… Interesting article to read first: http://www.theprovince.com/business/university+degrees+losi ng+their+value/8858564/story.html
College
Entry is usually first come, first served.
Some specific requirements depending on school and program.
Many schools open registration Oct. 1, but Apply BC site is open now.
University
Must complete FOUR academic courses, and a second language (to grade 11). Not UVIC TRU and UFV differ. Check their websites.
Admission based on grades in grade 12 courses required for entry.
UFV and KPU time sensitive
Most university and college websites are open for applications at the beginning of October. Early application deadlines are usually the end of February Make sure you have the pre-requisite courses for your desired program, then apply on line at : https://applybc.ca
Averages change from year to year – students are encouraged to apply if they meet minimum averages.
Averages are based on the grade 12 courses required for entry into the university program.
Some universities used broad-based admissions. UBC has moved to this method. This means admission is based on marks, school and community service, and extra-curricular activities. This is an additional part of the regular admission application. Five written parts- very important to do this well.
Self Reporting of Grades Make sure you are following the deadlines in your email provided to you by the university/college you applied.
Admission may be tied to self-reported grades. Do not self-report a grade that is not on a report card or a transcript.
Treat it like buying a car…
Visit campuses - do a tour Attend information sessions, open houses Sit down with an advisor Talk to students who are there There are people on every campus who are hired to talk to prospective students. They are the experts, not us.
SHOP AROUND
2 years – at home
Tuition Expenses $5,356 5,760 Interest on debt 244 Total: $11,360
2 years – on campus
Tuition Expenses $5,356 22,760 Interest on debt 1,991 Total: $30,170
4 years- living at home
Tuition 21,464 Expenses 11,520 Interest on debt 2,451
4 years- on campus
Tuition 21,464 Expenses 45,520 Interest on debt 11,833 Total: 35,435 Total: 78,817
Personal savings- parent/student Passport to Education (being phased out) Provincial Exam Scholarships District/Dogwood Scholarships Other Scholarships/bursaries BC/Canada Student Loan Program
Bursaries based on financial need and are not to be paid back.
Scholarships are applied for and awarded. Community involvement is very important.
Local scholarship process begins in January. (consistent in district) Workshops held at noon hours in January, 2015.
Post-secondary scholarships on web-sites.
All awards have their own criteria.
Begin the gathering of information early. Lots of help available in Career Center.
Earlier today grads should have met with us.
Gr.10- $250 Gr. 11- $250 Gr.12- $500 Total possible award $1000 There are a limited number of awards given by the Ministry of Education each year (approx 25/grade).
Course marks are the determining factor (top 5 academic courses) Money is given after graduation, upon showing proof of tuition payment.
$1000 awarded to grade 12 students who excel in Applied Skills, languages, athletics, Community Service, Technical and Trades Training and Fine Arts.
Students present skills to a committee who determine awards based on a set criteria.
Number of winners vary each year, usually around 15-20 per school. BEST ODDS
Community donated money Criteria varies by donor District committee chooses all winners, although some donors choose their own winners.
All awards are offered to all high schools in the city. Booklet will be available in the new year. 3 noon hour sessions to walk students through process.
Application deadline in March before Spring Break for most awards.
Winners announced on Grad Day in June.
Scholarships awarded automatically based on GPA on final grade 12 academic courses. Students do not apply for these.
Minimum average around 85%
Based on overall % average and extra curricular activities.
Courses considered will vary with institution 90-95% for highest $$ awards 80-85% average for other awards based on leadership and school, community involvement.
Often require personal essay, and references.
Some top awards need nomination from THSS Students need to apply to the institution to be considered for the award.
Two great sites for “scholarship surfing”: Scholarshipscanada.com
Studentawards.com
Ms. Domitruk’s dedicated time for scholarship discussions: Monday mornings from 10:00-11:00am
Monetary awards based on financial need.
Administered by post secondary institutions check on line for applications and details.
Some district bursaries available as well.
% average and extra-curricular are considered.
Will be required to submit documentation of family finances.
Often must qualify for a student loan to be eligible for a post-secondary bursary.
Post Secondary Day – November 27in morning.
UBC information session October 16 – 7 pm PSI forms in the spring for students going to post-secondary school. We will explain what these are and why they are very important at that time.
marks for universities based on second term report card and final report. Universities consider grade 12 academic marks only (with a few exceptions).
Use a checklist of things to do for your post-secondary plan.
Create a folder to collect info.
Record all deadlines.
Scholarship/bursary information.
Send transcripts or self-report grades on-line and send in other required documents (resumes, essays) as required.
Keep a copy of all documents.
If you talk to someone at the post-secondary school about a problem on the phone, get the name of the person you talk to.
Thinking of the trades: tradestraining.ca and itabc.ca are two good sites.
A Recent study showed 2 out of 3 jobs now require some level of Post Secondary Education.
Also, the same study showed employment rates as follows: Adults with a post secondary degree- 72% employed Adults with only a high school diploma- 61% employed Adults without a high school diploma- 33% employed.
Please share these figures with your children!
Have a back-up plan. Counting on getting into the ONE university can be very stressful for the entire family. Apply to a college early to ensure you have somewhere to go.
If a student is getting behind or getting poor marks here, what will happen at university? University professors do not use the words “deal” or “plan” when it comes to students who fail to hand in work on time.
Unless your child has a high “B” or “A” average in academic grade 12 courses, the chances of being accepted in a major university (UBC, SFU) are virtually zero. Local colleges or smaller universities are a great option for a year or two (and cheaper).
Any further questions, email one of the counsellors or career planning assistant: [email protected]