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Sophomore Explore! The Road to College

Join Beth Walsh-Sahutske, MA LPC, as she guides you on the road to college. This interactive presentation covers college choices, campus visits, academic preparation, and financial aid. Don't miss out on this valuable information!

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Sophomore Explore! The Road to College

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  1. Sophomore Explore!The Road to College Beth Walsh-Sahutske, MA LPCGrosse Pointe South Counseling

  2. JV says… Let’s get home before the first pitch

  3. Pencils ready? First a Quiz (don’t worry – its just for fun) Inspired by Patrick O’Connor, Cranbrook

  4. Recommended Reading College is yours 2.0: Preparing, Applying, and paying for colleges perfect for you By Patrick J. O’Connor, Ph. D.

  5. If you're a Horned Frog, what college do you attend?

  6. What college… requires its students to dress for dinner two to three times a week, sometimes in academic robes?

  7. What must every graduate… of the University of Chicago, Bryn Mawr, Cornell, Columbia, MIT and Swarthmore be able to do

  8. What do these schools have in common? Arizona State University Muskingum University Curry College

  9. What do these colleges have in common: Colorado College and Cornell College of Iowa

  10. What do these colleges have in common: Lawrence University, Bates College, and Hampshire College

  11. What do these colleges have in common: Cooper Union Berea College US Naval Academy Curtis Institute of Music

  12. What do these colleges have in common: Kalamazoo College, Knox College, Birmingham-Southern, Southwestern University, and Ursinus College

  13. What school in Michigan… is among the leaders in producing Rhodes Scholars?

  14. What college… is among the nation's leaders in its percentage of students who are student athletes?

  15. What is the main reason… most students are denied admission to University of Michigan

  16. OK one more… What schools have a Quidditch Team?

  17. It’s all about the QUALITIES • What qualities are a priority? • Matching is a two way street • Matching student (family) and college requires time, patience, and research

  18. GO! See! Do! Hit the Gas Tank Tour • Goal is NOT just to look at schools you might attend but to get on a campus to observe • Pay attention to the QUALITIES that make this campus unique • Just the facts, Ma’am. (no judgment) • Go on a tour. Sit in on a class. Take it in. • Document • Take notes as soon as you can following the visit. (Yes, this means the ride home)

  19. Consider the Dynamic Duo! No…not that dynamic duo

  20. Consider the Dynamic Duos! Plan your Gas Tank trips to hit two schools in a day: • Western Michigan U and Kalamazoo College • U of M Flint and Kettering • U of M A2 and Eastern Michigan • Miami U & Dayton • DePaul and Northwestern • Purdue and Rose-Hulman • …

  21. Prepare Academically • Keep working hard in school • Use PLAN (3/5/13) & PSAT (10/20/12 )test results • Consider what, if any, test prep is necessary • Independent study (red book ACT prep) • Online prep (Q of Day and ACT/SAT resources) • Individual Tutoring • Test Prep Courses • Read

  22. It’s not too early to think about it Who is on your team? Student Parents Possibly Financial Advisor Paying for College

  23. Second String Supporters Religious Affiliations Community Organizations Professional Organizations School Resources Paying for College

  24. Strategize! Evaluate Discuss Regularly Keep Active in the Process

  25. Know your resources Online Scholarship Search Engines School website resource lists FAFSA, CSS Profile College Specific Scholarships (Merit & Need Based) College Financial Aid Offices

  26. Be Careful! Never pay for a scholarship search Keep personal information secure Be aware of scholarship scams

  27. Conclusion • Carpe Diem! Seize the Day! • Make a plan • Set a goal (3 colleges by the end of the school year?) • Meet with your First String team mates regularly (same time/same place quarterly) • Use this time to communicate developing ideas/goals/plans • Keep it healthy and positive

  28. Questions, Comments, Feedback Resources available on the South Counseling Web page including this presentation and some helpful handouts & links Please Evaluate this Presentation with a 2 minute online Survey. http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/College101SophomoreYear The survey will close at 5 p.m., Wednesday, October 31. Link available on the South Counseling web page Follow us on Twitter and Facebook as: “G P South Counseling” & “SouthCounseling”

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