Transcript The Long and Winding Road… to Graduation

Waukesha South High School
Fall 2012
SENIOR MEETINGS
The best thing about the future is
that it only comes one day at a
time.
~Abraham Lincoln
High School Graduation Requirements
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All students must complete the following credits to
obtain a diploma from the School District of
Waukesha:
 English
4.0 credits
 Mathematics
3.0 credits
 Social Studies
3.5 credits
 Science
3.0 credits *Bio, Chem & Physics*
 Physical Education
1.5 credits
 Health
.5 credits
 Electives
9.5 credits
 Total required credits 25.00 credits
Youth Options Program
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This program allows students to enroll in a college, university or
technical school during the school year and take courses for
credit towards high school graduation.
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Seniors may participate for no more than two consecutive
semesters. January grads are not eligible for the spring
semester classes.
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Completed request forms are due in the Guidance Office by Oct.
15th for the 2013 spring semester.
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http://dpi.wi.gov/forms/doc/f8700-a.doc
Senior Class Meetings
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Guidance Bulletin Boards
Scholarship information
Senior Information sheets
Transcript release forms
Application Process
ACT/SAT test dates
Check out
waukeshasouth.com
Spotlight; newsletter
TEST DATES
Fall 2012
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ACT
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October 27, 2012
 December 8, 2012
 February 9, 2013
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All test dates are offered at
all 3 high schools
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SAT
October 6, 2012
 November 3, 2012
 December 1, 2012
SAT testing is NOT
offered in the district
ACT PREP COURSES
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ACT Prep Plus
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262-255-9580
ZAPS
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Available March 11 & 12, 2013
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Waukesha South- 6:30-9 p.m.
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Zaps.com
WCTC
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262-691-5318
UW-Waukesha
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262-521-5200
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IN ADDITION: Waukesha North has an ACT Boot Camp
course. $100. 20 students per course. Course runs 5-6 weeks
prior to each ACT test date. Pay at South.
*Please contact the vendors at the phone numbers listed above for more information about
the particular prep course that interests you.
Students Ask about the ACT:
Do applications and ACT scores
have to be sent at the same time?
What if I have not taken the
ACT yet?
What if the retake score is lower
than the first time?
Is the application deadline
affected if the ACT has to be
retaken?
How long does it take to get
ACT scores?
Is there a cost to send ACT
scores?
Should I take the Writing test?
SENIOR Portfolios
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Use wiscareers.wisc.edu to update your personal
portfolio which can include:
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Academic achievements
Extracurricular/volunteer activities
Work history
Career goals and college choices
Honors, awards and recognitions
Personal Interest Inventory
Personal website resources
*NEW* RESUME TOOL
College and University
Admissions and Applications
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University of Wisconsin Admission
Requirements: (AP Classes a +)
4 units
 3 units
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English
Social Studies
Mathematics (Algebra, Geometry &
3 units
 4 units
17 units
Science (Biology and Physical Sciences)
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algebra II)
Other academic options; fine arts
*These are MINIMUM requirements
UW Application Process
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Colleges prefer online
applications. Go to
www.uwhelp.wisconsin.
edu
OR
https://apply.wisconsin.
edu/Help/Instructions.a
spx
Application fee can be
paid online ($44.00)
Personal statement helps
to personalize the
application
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Transcripts and any other
inclusions can be sent by
the Guidance office
You must have a
transcript release form
on file for printed copies
Records are maintained
as to where transcripts
are sent
ACT results have to be
sent to colleges directly
from ACT, not South
UW Transfer Programs
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UW Guaranteed
Transfer Program
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Ensures admissions to
the UW four-year
campus of choice,
including UW-Madison
www.uwc.edu/transf
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Connections
Program
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A dual-admission
program offered to a
select group of UWMadison applicants, by
invitation, who then
start at a UW Colleges
campus
www.admissions.wis
c.edu/connections
Parchment- e-transcripts
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Go to www.parchment.com
Click on “sign up”
Set up an account (e-mail required)
Pick destination by clicking on highlighted word “Deliver”
Specify “current transcript” or “next grading period”
Cost $2.55 payment with credit card
Once account has been set up just click on “My transcript” then
“deliver” to order additional transcripts
Questions contact Ms. Foreman in guidance (262-970-3732) or
email at [email protected]
Ms. Foreman is contacted and releases information for the
transcript to be sent out.
You should receive a confirmation e-mail that your request is being
processed.
Students ask about Applications & Letters of
Recommendations:
If I do not declare a major does it impact my
acceptance?
What is the importance of class rank and
GPA vs. the rigor of the classes taken?
Who do I ask for letters?
Are letters needed for scholarships?
Foreign Languages
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The following UW schools REQUIRE a
minimum of two years of a single
foreign language for admissions:
UW- Madison
UW- Eau Claire
Marquette; major dependent
Please check carefully the requirements for private
and out of state schools
Application Checklist
ONLINE APPLICATIONS ARE PREFERRED BY MOST
SCHOOLS!
 Check that all work is done neatly and spelling is correct
and all parts are filled out completely; correct school
 Add extra pages for personal statement or activities if
needed.
 Many applications, personal statements etc. are also used
for school scholarships
 Letters of recommendation (request 2-3 weeks)
 Include application fee or pay online
 Due dates for UW systems vary so check college website
 Please submit all materials to guidance at least one week
before admission deadlines!!
Midwest Student Exchange
Program
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Website: www.mhec.org
Further information is available via the UW
helpline at www.uwhelp.wisc.edu
 Colleges in Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota,
Nebraska, Missouri, N. Dakota & Wisconsin
have reached a tuition agreement where tuition
is not to exceed 150% of in state tuition
 Check website to see which colleges are
participating!
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NOTE: This is not the same program as the
standard Minnesota/Wisconsin tuition reciprocity
agreement.
TECHNICAL COLLEGES WISCONSIN
Admission requirements:
Graduation from high school
 Apply online at the college of your choice
at www.witechcolleges.org by March 1st; earlier if
possible
 Select your desired program of study
 Submit the $30 application fee
 Contact regarding financial aid
*WCTC High School Night(s)
*WCTC Career Exploration Nights (s)
*www.wctc.edu\careernight
THE PAPER TRAIL
It is important to keep:
 A copy of all
applications
 Contacts and
communications with
the college or lending
institution
 Copy of the FAFSA form
 Scholarship applications
and essays
 Letters of reference
Financial Aid Night
Wed., Nov. 28, 6:30 – 7:30p.m.
 South High School
 Guest speaker will outline:
 FAFSA form
(www.fafsa.ed.gov)
 Scholarships, grants and loans
 Working with college financial
aid office
 Answer parent questions
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*UW Waukesha College Goal Day,
February 23, 2013, 2:00 p.m.
Watch for info in the Spotlight
SCHOLARSHIPS
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Show Me The Money!
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College financial aid offices 
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 FAFSA (fafsa.ed.gov)
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 Internet Websites
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 Employers
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 Community Agencies
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Website for Scholarship
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 www.waukeshasouth.com
Do I Qualify for the $??
ACT score
Via application process
GPA and class rank
School Activities
Community Activities
Volunteer Service
Major
Post Secondary Plans
Scholarship Application Process
Go to waukeshasouth.com or the direct
website for a particular scholarship.
 Check bulletin board; Mrs. Blackburn
 Ask teachers for letters of
recommendation if required. Guidance will
keep letters on file, but will only send
them upon your request.
 Provide a copy of transcript or ACT scores
if needed.
 YOU are responsible for mailing
all applications.
 Deadlines are FINAL.
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CAREER CENTER
Located off of the Guidance Office
 Materials Available for viewing
 4 year college, tech. school,
military, and private school guide
books
 Be sure to utilize the multitude or
services wiscareers.wisc.edu has to
offer ! Access college applications,
career searching, military research,
etc. during study halls, before or after
school in the library (most
applications are online)
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College Fairs
Wisconsin Education Fairs
When: Monday, October 1, 2012
Where: New Berlin West H.S.
Time: 6:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m.
www.wefs.org or www.gotocollegefairs.com
National College Fair
Frontier Airlines Center
September 30th, Noon-3:30 p.m.
www.gotomyncf.com
Military
Boys must register for
the Selective Service
when they turn 18.
 Parent release of
information to
recruiters
 Students can meet
with recruiters at
school/during lunch
time
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Military Academies
 Process should have
begun in Junior year
 Complete ASVAB tests
 See Miss Foreman to
obtain Military
contacts or military
visits
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Students ask about Recruiters:
Where can I meet with a
college or military recruiter?
Are college reps at South all
day?
Do I need to make an
appointment to meet with a
college rep?
Do I have to contact
Guidance before going on
college visits?
Guidance Office
Calendar
Located near Ms. Foreman’s desk or outside of
the Guidance Office on the bulletin board in the
hallway
 Information about college and military recruiters,
upcoming ACT and SAT exams, on-campus
admission counselor visits, and other important
school events
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If you’d like to see a college or military recruiter, please speak with Ms.
Foreman; [email protected] or 262-970-3732
Internet Resources
The following websites provide useful information for
careers, colleges & financial aid:
 www.wiscareers.wisc.edu
 www.act.org
 www.finaid.org
 www.collegeboard.org
 www.myfuture.com
 www.ed.gov
 www.collegeview.com
 www.studentaid.ed.gov
 www.petersons.com
 www.kaplan.com
 www.gocollege.com
Requirements for Athletes
Division I & II prospective athletes must
register with the NCAA Clearinghouse at
the beginning of their senior year.
Go to: www.ncaaclearinghouse.net
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click on prospective student-athletes
click on domestic student release form
complete form
print copy - bring to Guidance Office
with
$3 to send a transcript
FINALLY…GRADUATION!!
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
 Wednesday,
May 29, 7:00PM
Senior Honors Night
 Friday, May 31st 9:00AM
Graduation Rehearsal
 Sunday, June 2, 7:00 p.m.
Baccalaureate
 Final Exams June 3-7
 Saturday, June 8th 2:00PM
Graduation; door open at 1:00