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Graduation? What then?

Graduation? What then?. ARE YOU ON TRACK TO GRADUATE ?. Let’s review the requirements for graduation. CLICK HERE Go over your credits. If you do not remember, just skip the ones you can’t remember. GRADUATING INFORMATION?. Counselor Transcript (What is a transcript) How do you get one?

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Graduation? What then?

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  1. Graduation?What then?

  2. ARE YOU ON TRACK TO GRADUATE? Let’s review the requirements for graduation. CLICK HERE Go over your credits. If you do not remember, just skip the ones you can’t remember.

  3. GRADUATING INFORMATION? • Counselor • Transcript (What is a transcript) • How do you get one? • How do you get one sent to a college, vo-tech, or university?

  4. Helpful information FACEBOOK the Madison High Counseling department. https://www.facebook.com/Madison.High.Counseling Stay updated on: • Meetings for Seniors • Scholarships • Graduation • AND MORE! Welcome! The counseling department of Madison High School hopes you will use this page to learn more about the many opportunities available to you. Keep checking back to find out about scholarship opportunities, college tours, test dates, and much more.

  5. An example of and entry from MHS Counseling Facebook Don't forget to check out the Idaho scholarships at: • http://www.boardofed.idaho.gov/scholarship/scholarship_jump.asp The deadline is February 15th. • Idaho Scholarships www.boardofed.idaho.gov • Students can apply via the online application until February 15, 2013. • Students must also fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

  6. Why GO ON with your EDUCATION? • Let’s list several advantages of continuing your education. • GO ON (Video clip) 5:41 • Not going to college right away – STILL APPLY (possible deferment). - Discuss deferments or show slide show video(2:17)

  7. Typical Application • Name and Address Information.Educational Information. • Tests. This section usually asks which tests you will take (ACT, SAT, THEA) and when you will take them. You may also be asked to report your score on tests already taken. • Residency. This information helps the school determine if you are a state resident. Most states have residency rules, which require you to have lived in the state for a certain period of time before being eligible for the in-state tuition rate. • Extracurricular Activities. This section refers to your talents and honors, any community service you may done, and your employment history. • Essays. Essays are not required by all colleges. Read your application instructions carefully to see if the school requires an essay. • Optional – Essay Tips for College Applications VIDEO (2:51 min.) College Choices -- Where's My Application? -Video on the process a college application goes through. (5:46 min)

  8. EVERYONE MUST APPLY FOR COLLEGE, VO-TECH or/and UNIVERITY!THEN complete ONE of the following tasks: • Fill out one or more post-secondary education (college, university, vo-tech etc.) applications and keep a copy (attach file or take a picture) in your e-portfolio (DO NOT PUT IN PERSONAL INFORMATION for your portfolio) • Scan or take a picture of two or more acceptance letters. • Find a college essay prompt. Write your essay.

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