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Columbus North Counseling Center Senior Parent Planning Night

Columbus North Counseling Center Senior Parent Planning Night. Good Luck Class of 2014 & Parents!. Mrs. Sandy Freshour, Counselor: 10 th & 12 th A-K Mrs. Julie Speer, Counselor: 10 th -12 th L-Z Mrs. LuAnn Davis, Counselor: 9 th -11 th A-K

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Columbus North Counseling Center Senior Parent Planning Night

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  1. Columbus North Counseling Center Senior Parent Planning Night Good Luck Class of 2014 & Parents!

  2. Mrs. Sandy Freshour, Counselor: 10th& 12thA-K Mrs. Julie Speer, Counselor: 10th-12thL-Z Mrs. LuAnn Davis, Counselor: 9th-11thA-K Mrs. Karmen Riley, Counselor: 9th-11thL-Z Mrs. Rhonda Murray, Registrar Mrs. Bev Addis, Scholarship Coordinator Mrs. Jenny Kim, Secretarial Assistant Mr. Patrick Pemberton, Counseling Director Mrs. Teresa Weichman, C4 counselor Counseling Center Staff

  3. Senior Meetings August-September Will Check Transcripts Current Schedule – Projected Schedule Diploma Requirements Senior Data Sheet Answer Questions – How to proceed Give Information Step 1: Getting Ready to Graduate

  4. Graduation Requirements Diploma requirements—CHECK NOW Pass ECA’s in Algebra & English 10 Jan Matchette, Testing Coordinator;matchettej@bcsc.k12.in.us Retests (if you haven’t passed) December & May Senior Project (30 hours total) Lisa Cooley, Senior Project Coordinator; cooleyl@bcsc.k12.in.us Project-(15 hours) Service Learning (10 hours) & Job Shadowing (5 hours) Proposal (due by October 2ndif NOT in the Semester 1 class) Paper (written in S1 English 12 class) Portfolio/Presentation—Due in May (option to present in December) Career Information & Exploration Class (Senior Project Completion) Consult CNHS website for additional info & forms: http://www.bcsc.k12.in.us/northhs/site/default.asp Step 1: Getting Ready to Graduate

  5. Step 1: Getting Ready to Graduate • How to stay informed & do what is needed • Senior Planning Calendar/Bulldog Bytes • Naviance (on CN Counseling Center link on CN website) • Parent Portal (pick up username & password in Main Office) • Grades, Assignments, Attendance, Email teachers, School Bulletins • Very important for the Senior Year, remember-grades/progress reports are not mailed home. CHECK REGULARLY • CN website- www.bcsc.k12.in.us/Page/1324

  6. WHAT COLLEGES & EMPLOYERS LOOK FOR: Types of classes taken Grade point average Class rank Test scores Extra-curricular and personal activities Geographical and racial balance Music auditions, Art portfolio, Other PLACES DIFFER! CONTACT THE COLLEGE OR EMPLOYER Check Naviance to see how you compare to current freshmen at the Colleges of your choice! Step 2: The Right College Choice

  7. Step 2: The Right College Choice • If you are ready to apply, we will explain in Step 4 • Still Exploring? • Naviance • COLLEGE FAIR (October 3rd @ EAST) • Internet • Counseling Center Resources • Mail from colleges • Recruiters & College Reps who visit North • C4 • Teachers, Family, Friends

  8. Step 2: The Right College Choice • Representatives visiting North • Check Naviance • CNHS Daily Announcements • Listings in Show Me the Money • Students sign up on Naviance & will be sent a pass prior to date of the visit • Parents are welcome to attend by calling the Counseling Center in advance 376-4292

  9. Step 2: The Right College Choice • Visits off site (campus visits) • No SUBSTITUTE FOR VISITING and immersing in the culture & climate of the post-secondary environment (visit the places you are applying to!) • Three days each, junior & senior years • Before: • Make Appointment with the College Admission Office • Obtain unofficial transcript/Mrs. Addis • Complete College Visit form /Dean’s Office at least one week prior to the visit • During: • Speak to admissions & financial aid • Tour Campus • Attend a class and/or meet with professor • After: • Return signed College Visit Form to Dean’s Office

  10. Step 3: Taking the Right Tests • SAT & ACT • Registration- on line or hard copy • SAT: www.collegeboard.com • ACT: www.act.org • Take in September-December • Cost (SAT $51, ACT $36.50; add $52.50 for writing) • Dates & Location (see handout) • Test Comparison Chart (see handout)

  11. Step 3: Taking the Right Tests • AP Tests • Colleges vary on how they use the AP test scores, contact the colleges • ASVAB • Other Required Exams • Check with your college • Placement tests, SAT Subject tests, CLEP test for college credit

  12. Step 4: Applying to College • The College Application Process • Finding Applications • College website • Many colleges prefer online applications • Create an account (write down user name & password) • Print the college application checklist • See Mrs. Addis in the Counseling Center if you need help finding applications • Naviance

  13. Step 4: Applying to College • The College Application Process • Apply Early • Rule of thumb: Apply by November 1st • Check each college deadline carefully • Print out required forms & submit • Remember, the Counseling Office is closed over Fall Break—Deadlines for submission are 1-2 weeks prior • Follow Directions • Each college has a unique process, most have a checklist • Do your homework, requirements & components differ • Check to see if student essay or recommendation letters are required

  14. Step 4: Applying to College • The College Application Process • Be Responsible • Know deadlines & mark on calendar • Do legwork and necessary research • Update your resume/Student Brag Sheet • Be Organized • College folder, application folder, and chart to keep track • Add the college to your Naviance account “Colleges I am Applying to” • Ask for required recommendations in August & September and write essays well ahead of the deadline

  15. Step 4: Applying to College • Working with your Counselor • Most Colleges require a counselor component • We advise you to be early & have attention to detail • Use CNHS College Application Checklist when turning in materials to the Counseling Office • Counselor recommendations, teacher recommendations, transcripts, etc. should be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to the deadline along with a Recommendation Information Sheet, resume and/or a Student Brag Sheet • Counselors and support staff complete requests on a first-come first-serve basis • If you are not submitting your application electronically or the counselor component is being mailed, leave time for US Postal Service to deliver your materials • Allow extra time for the College’s internal mail service to process your application as well • Be sure to follow up

  16. Step 4: Applying to College • Transcripts • High School Transcript/Electronic & Hard Copy • Must be sent directly from CNHS (see Mrs. Addis) • Hard copy official transcripts cost $1 per transcript (after 3rd) • Electronic transcript can be sent via Parchment/Naviance • Transcript includes: • Grades, Class Rank, GPA, Type of Classes, Test Scores • College (dual-credit) Transcripts • Colleges require a transcript from the college that issued the college credit • Contact the college & follow their process

  17. Aid Comes From: Federal Government (FAFSA) State Aid (SSACI) College (merit-based awards) Private (local scholarships, etc) Types of Aid: Loans (you pay back) Scholarships (you don’t pay back) Grants (you have to qualify, you don’t pay back) work study (you work for the university while going to school) Other Options: AmeriCorps, Peace Corps Military Employment Step 5: Paying for College

  18. Step 5: Paying for College • TIPS • Students & Parents work together • Communicate • Understanding student role in securing $$ for college • Get the Numbers Right • Research the actual cost of attending each college on your list • www.indianacollegecosts.org • www.collegeboard.com • Tuition, fees, room & board, Books & supplies, estimated personal expenses, transportation expenses

  19. TIPS cont. Know your resources Show Me the Money (see sign up sheet attached) Internet www.fastweb.com Be aware: We do not recommend websites that ask you to “pay for scholarship searches” Learn More Indiana: www.learnmoreindiana.org Indiana College Costs Estimator: www.indianacollegecosts.org Naviance Contact the College Financial Aid Office Step 5: Paying for College

  20. Step 5: Paying for College • TIPS cont • Apply for Scholarships • Start with the financial aid office at the college you want to attend • Check the college website for scholarship apps • Subscribe to “Show Me the Money”

  21. COMPLETE THE FAFSA CNHS Financial Aid Night-January 15, 2014 College Goal Sunday at the Learning Center in February FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Applications available January of Senior year Free help is available for filling out FAFSA (College Goal Sunday) Received by: March 10th of Senior year Helpful websites: www.fafsa.ed.gov www.in.gov/ssaci www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov Step 5: Paying for College

  22. Athletes: NCAA & NAIA Eligibility For college-bound athletes Division I, Division II, or NAIA college athletics Sliding scale: Grade point average vs. SAT or ACT scores 16 core classes: must be NCAA approved! Check the websites for requirements & registration: NCAA: http://eligibilitycenter.org/ECWR2/NCAA_EMS/NCAA.html NAIA: http://www.playnaia.org/ Additional Post-Secondary Options: Internships, Co-ops, Apprenticeships, Military (contact recruiters) Additional Information

  23. Columbus North Counseling Center Have a great year!

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