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WELCOME SENIOR PARENTS! Class of 2015

Get all the information you need for your senior year, including post-high school options, college entrance testing, scholarships, and federal financial aid.

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WELCOME SENIOR PARENTS! Class of 2015

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  1. WELCOMESENIOR PARENTS! Class of 2015

  2. Agenda • Senior Year Information • Post High School Options • College Entrance Testing • Colleges / Universities • Federal Financial Aid • Scholarships

  3. Beginning of the Year • Junior conference • Credit check over summer • Schedule changes - levels • Graduation Recognition • Grade replacement - credit deficiency • Senior credit checks this week • Deficiency letters within the month

  4. What should be on the transcript? • Demographic information • 9th – 11th – correct school, classes, grades, and credit • 11th grade summer school grades and credit • Transfer student • Term GPA vs Cumulative GPA – Weighted/Unweighted - Core • Term credits vs Cumulative credits (should be @ least 16) • Letter grade vs Pass/Fail • Failed, Incomplete, Repeated courses • 11th- 12th – EVIT credit • 12th – CO-OP credit • GPA: Standard and Weighted • Class Rank • Requesting Official Transcript – Parchment.com

  5. Graduation Requirements for Class of 2015 Curriculum AreaCUSDIn-state Universities English 4 credits 4 credits Math 4 credits 4 credits Laboratory Science 3 credits 3 credits Social Studies 3 credits 2 credits Career and Technical Education / Fine Arts 1 credit 1 Fine Arts credit World Language 0 credit 2 credits (Two years of the same language) Physical Education 1 credit 0 credit Comprehensive Health .50 credit 0 credit Required Courses 16.5 credit 16 credits Elective Courses 5.5 credits 4 credits TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS 22 CREDITS 20 Credits And must pass all three sections of AIMS

  6. Credit check form

  7. Credit Recovery • Plan should be in place NOW • In schedule (including zero hour) • After school Lift Lab ( Can’t get better than a B) • Chandler Online Academy • Saturday School • Correspondence • “Chief” Hill Learning Academy • NCAA Athletes

  8. Grade Replacement • Purpose – Community college to university • In schedule – AP / Honors • After school Lift Lab • Chandler Online Academy • Correspondence

  9. Class Rank vs GPA • Parent: What is the point of taking weighted classes if the universities look at unweighted core GPA? • Answer: Class rank is weighted. Universities and many scholarships look at both unweighted core GPA and class rank.

  10. LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION • Required for many universities and scholarships • Process • Form available on-line • Proactive – timing is everything Common App, Quest Bridge, Flinn, Military Academy - Early • Letters will not be written over Intersession breaks and does not count as the two week notice • Teacher input • What makes student stand apart

  11. Graduation Recognition • Graduating with Honors NHS • Graduating with High Honors GPA 3.5 (weighted) or better 6 or more Honors classes – 1 senior year • Distinguished Scholar NHS GPA 3.8 (weighted) or better 6 or more Honors classes – 1 senior year 24 credits

  12. MATH (Aug. 1-Oct. 24) Morning: 6:25-7:25 After school: 2:15-3:15 Mon: F102 Afternoon F111 Tues.: F106 Afternoon F135 Wed.: F106 Afternoon F103 Thur.: F107 Afternoon F114 Fri.: F101 Afternoon F105 PHS Academic Resources 2014-2015 SOCIAL STUDIES 2:15-3:00 Mon: C225 Tues: C207 Wed: C205 Thurs: F116 SCIENCE 2:15-3:15 Investigative Sci.: Tues. F206 and F218 (Wed. before school F204) Chemistry: Mon. F207, Wed. F203, Thurs. F207 & F208 Biology/Hon. Bio: Mon. F220, Tues, F209, Wed. F204 &F216. Thurs. F208 Physics: Honors/AP Tues. & Thurs. F213 Honors and Core: Mon. and Wed. F211 Core: Tues. & Thurs. F215 WORLD LANGUAGE Spanish:2:20-3:20 Mon C218, Tues.C212, Wed. C213, Thur. C220 French:2:20-3:20 Tues. and Thurs. C215 Sign Lang.: 2:20-3:20 Thurs. C211, or by appointment German: 2:15-3:00, Mon. thru Thurs. C210 ENGLISH Tuesday-Thursday 2:20-3:20 C222

  13. What is my role? Student’s Role:Parent’s Role:Plan Communicate Puma University Research Support Communicate Encourage Know your resources Be on time – watch deadlines Ask for help Counselor’s Role: Guide Support Encourage Letter of Recommendations Counselor Reports

  14. Post High SchoolThere are several post secondary options for students to choose from: • Work • Take on an Apprenticeship • Community college • Trade and Tech schools • Military • University

  15. Apprenticeship Opportunities • Semi-formal way of learning a skill or trade • Work, attend classes simultaneously (and may get paid!) • Usually 3-5 years in length • Testing and personal interviews required • Examples: roofers, electricians, sheet metal workers, carpenters, etc.

  16. Community College/Technical Colleges/Certificate Programs • CC - wide range of occupational and /or educational programs • Gen Eds at CC then transfer • Certificate and AS/AA degrees • Many vocational programs

  17. Trade & Technical Schools • Vary in size, entry requirements, cost and quality. • Research • Visit the school • Talk with students and employers

  18. Military Bound • Explore career options available through each of the military branches • With the exception of the U.S. Coast Guard, Military representatives scheduled in the cafeteria each month during lunch • Remember to involve your parents in the process

  19. 643 Seniors • Top 15% of class currently has • between a 4.05 & 4.74 GPA • Top 5% of class currently has • between 4.73 & 4.74 GPA Class of 2015 Statistics

  20. Colleges and Universities • More than 1,914 colleges and universities surveyed • NACAC Admissions Trend Survey

  21. Colleges and Universities rate percentage of importance(example only, varies by school)

  22. COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMS • SAT or ACT • SAT Subject Tests (In-State Schools do not require Subject Test) • Community College Placement Test (Asset or Accuplacer) • Math Placement Tests will be given by the University

  23. SAT Given 7 times per year Reading, Math, and Writing ¼ of a point deduction for wrong answer on multiple choice ACT Given 6 times per year English, Math, Reading, Science Reasoning, and optional Writing No penalty for wrong answer SAT vs ACT (not required for Community College) You are able to send test scores sent to 4 schools for free! You must upload a acceptable picture and have a current ID • Fee waivers available for SAT & ACT (see Ms. Phillips for additional information)

  24. Arizona State Univeristy*General Admissions Criteria • Rank in the top 25% of your class OR • Have a 3.0 un-weighted Core* cumulative gpa or better in the 16 core courses OR • Score a 22 on the ACT or 1040 on the SAT (math & verbal only) • VIP Priority Deadline for ASU is November 1st • Priority Deadline for ASU February 15th • ASU has separate application for the Barretts Honor College, November 15 Priority Deadline There is a “Core” GPA Calculator on the Career Center Website *Colleges within the University may have different admissions requirements.

  25. The University of Arizona General Admission Criteria: • Rank in the top 25% of your class, and have no course work deficiencies in core courses _ All other students are “conditional” and are reviewed on a holistic approach which includes test scores, GPA, class rank (U of A may also requires an essay and will only look at 6th semester transcripts.) • Separate Honors application is not however it is helpful that you complete the essay prompt when you apply • A transcript will be required for scholarships and admissions. (Transcripts are ordered on-line through Parchment.com, once a student has created their account.) Students should APPLY to our in-state universities by the October break!

  26. Northern Arizona University Admissions Criteria • 3.0 U-Weighted Core GPA, and have no course work deficiencies in core courses _ All other students are “conditional” and are reviewed on a holistic approach which includes test scores, GPA, class rank • Separate Honors application required for NAU. Complete prior to March 1 • A transcript will be required for scholarships and admissions. (Transcripts are ordered on-line through Parchment.com, once a student has created their account.) Students should APPLY to our in-state universities by the October break!

  27. PRIVATE AND OUT OF STATE COLLEGES • When to apply – Check each school’s website – these vary significantly! • Highly selective schools have earlier deadline (Early Action, Early Decision) • Common Application – 1 application serves hundreds of colleges HAVE AN IN-STATE BACKUP PLAN!!

  28. WUE WUE (pronounced “woo-wee”) is the Western Undergraduate Exchange, a program of the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE). Through WUE, students in western states may enroll in more than 140 two-year and four-year college institutions at a reduced tuition level: 150 percent of the institution's regular resident tuition. Several School in the following states participate: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming.

  29. COMMUNITY COLLEGES Admissions Criteria: High School Graduation Open Admissions Policy Apply in 2nd semester AT Maricopa Colleges www.my.maricopa.edu Or Central Arizona College www.centralaz/edu (High School diploma or GED required for admissions) Accuplacer or Asset Test required for placement only

  30. Chandler Gilbert CC Aircraft Construction Technology Aircraft Maintenance Aviation Equine Science Golf Course Operations Media Arts: Dig. Imaging Early Childhood Programs Mesa CC Construction Drafting Para-Medicine Police Academy Preparation Nursing Firefighting Scottsdale CC Culinary Arts Radiography Yoga Teaching Certification Speech-Language Pathology Broadcasting Gateway CC Court Reporting Automotive Technology (Partnership w/ Nissan & Toyota) Hydrologic Studies Nursing Respiratory Therapist Medical Radiographer CC Career Opportunities Central Arizona College Dietetic Education Heavy Diesel Massage Therapy Welding John Deere Program These are only a few of the different programs & colleges available

  31. COMMUNITY COLLEGE – two year in-state tuition approximately $5,000 VSUNIVERSITY – four year in-state tuition approximately $40,000 Need to know which classes or dual enrollment transfer? Visitwww.az.transfer.org

  32. DISABILITY RESOURCES (May be available at Community Colleges and Universities) The college disability service office coordinator/program advisor is responsible for evaluating and determining accommodation eligibility. Services may include: • Note taking assistance • Extended time taking tests • Test taking in a small or quiet environment • Disability resource tutoring • Specialized computer programs/labs • See Mrs. Yvonne Parkison for more information X3140

  33. Visit Your Career Center

  34. FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID • Apply AFTER January 1st senior year. Update annually • Financial Aid Night January 14 at CCA (Doors open at 5:15) • Get help completing the FAFSA on College Goal Sunday, typically the Saturday and Sunday following Super Bowl. Dates will be announced. Must have 2014 tax estimate.

  35. SCHOLARSHIPS • Scholarship information available on the Perry High Career Center web site. • Application not required for in-state merit scholarships (Transcripts & Test scores required) • Check each College Website • Apply Early! • Most are Stackable (AIMS is not)

  36. A Few Things to Remember • Do not PAY anyone to help you with scholarships, FAFSA or college applications. Get help completing the FAFSA at College Goal Sunday (Saturday too) • Transcripts are now ordered on line from Parchment.com • Time Management is extremely important in the senior year. Students need to make time to research their post high school options and scholarships this fall!

  37. Decision Making 101 • “Decision Making is a Process not an Event” • Visit the Campus, each one has a different personality and different characteristics • Get to know your college admissions reps • Keep applying for scholarships – lack of finances is a huge reason why students decide not to attend their preferred college • Apply now, get accepted, do financial aid, THEN decide where to attend.

  38. Important Dates • Puma University – August 13 • CUSD College Night will be on Wed., Sept 17 6:00pm-8:00pm at the Chandler Center for the Arts (CAC) Doors will open at 5:30 • Out of State College Fair - Phoenix National College Fair Sunday, September 28th (Phoenix Convention Center) • 1st semester ends – Dec 18 • Financial Aid Night - Jan 14 • Senior Finals – May 21 & 22 • Graduation - May 26 • Senior Timeline available on-line

  39. Jostens Time to order Caps & Gowns Contact: Cindy Serrano • Phone: 480-756-0555 office number • Senior Presentation - September 16 • Order Day - Will be September 24 & 25 during lunches • Parents Order Night – September 25, 5-7pm • Order Day (Last Chance) – October 1, 2014

  40. Make your Senior Year Count • What is Senioritis?! • Attendance • Stay active and involved • Maintain a challenging course load • Talk to adults in the field you want to pursue • HAVE FUN!

  41. Contact Information Catherine Hendon, Counseling Secretary Hendon.Catherine@CUSD80.com 480-224-2814 • Holli Cagle, Senior Counselor A-L Cagle.Holli@CUSD80.com • Kirstin Gregg, Senior Counselor M-Z Gregg.Kirstin@CUSD80.com • Pat Phillips, Career Center Specialist Phillips.Pat@CUSD80.com

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