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Junior Juncture Workshop

Junior Juncture Workshop. Graduation Requirements. High School Program Recommended Program Distinguished Achievement Program *Need 26 credits to graduate. *Must pass all parts of TAKS. The Recommended Plan. English 4.0 Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, SBOE Approved Course 4.0

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Junior Juncture Workshop

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  1. Junior Juncture Workshop

  2. Graduation Requirements • High School Program • Recommended Program • Distinguished Achievement Program *Need 26 credits to graduate. *Must pass all parts of TAKS.

  3. The Recommended Plan • English 4.0 • Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, SBOE Approved Course 4.0 • Biology, IPC (Physics),Chemistry, SBOE Approved Crse. 4.0 • World Geography, World History, US History, Economics & Government 4.0 • Health 0.5 • PE or Waiver classes 1.0 • Communications Applications 0.5 • Technology Applications 1.0 • Fine Arts 1.0 • Foreign Language 2.0 • Plus state electives to equal 26 credits 4.0 The DAP requires 3 years of foreign language and FOUR advanced measures such as college dual credit and AP tests.

  4. Earning College Credit in High School • Dual credit courses at Brookhaven • Dual credit courses at Creekview • AP testing

  5. Testing for College Entrance Exams (SAT or ACT) Fee waivers available for lower income students. More Tests • Subject Tests (SAT II) Only at very select colleges • THEA Placement Test Texas public colleges only!

  6. Be Exempt from THEA • High score on TAKS test or • Strong scores on SAT or ACT or • Pass Accuplacer test at Brookhaven for dual credit courses Contact your college!

  7. Much Lower Cost Common Numbering Associate Degrees Honors Programs Latest Technology Business Partnerships Distance Learning Rising Star Scholarship Community Colleges

  8. major reputation location Selecting a College price faculty size campus life support services

  9. HOW TO APPLY TO COLLEGE • Submit SAT or ACT Test scores • Submit application • Submit Transcript - Records Office The Student may also need • Processing fee ? • Include a personal essay? • Include letters of recommendation ? Allow 2 weeks for a recommendation letter to be written.

  10. Take SAT/ACT now Visit colleges Narrow choices Apply to 5 colleges this fall Apply for Financial aid in January College Application Process

  11. www.applytexas.orgfor Texas state colleges

  12. www.commonapp.orgfor private colleges

  13. College Athletics Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center to play for a Division I or II college www.eligibilitycenter.org

  14. How to Find Financial Aid F A F S A FREE APPLICATON for FEDERAL STUDENT AID Complete the FAFSA for financial aid in January of the Senior year. 2. The government will decide on your Expected Family Contribution (EFC). 3. No matter what college selected, family contribution remains about the same.

  15. Financial Aid For the Student Federal Grants Need-Based Scholarships Student Loans Work/Study (Jobs) Texas Grants and Loans Financial Help for the Parents Payment Plans P.L.U.S. loans (low interest)

  16. How to Locate Scholarships • Fill out Scholarship Applications from the colleges of choice • Read “The Senior Chat” and pick up Scholarship Applications in the Go Center • Search for Scholarships on the Internet including the Creekview Counseling Website !

  17. Beware of Funding Offers ! Check with the Better Business Bureau ! • Guaranteed Scholarship Programs • Insurance/Annuities • Financial Aid Offers • Loans

  18. Business, Trade, and Technical Schools • Highly Specialized Technical Schools • High Quality In-dept professional training • Close ties with Industry for Job Placement • Complete training in as few as 18 months • Financial Aid is available

  19. Military Training Programs Air Force, Navy, Army, Marine, Coast Guard, Texas National Guard, Reserve, Merchant Marines • Combine military with education • Combine military with job training • Train for over 2,000 occupations • College tuition funding before or after military service • Montgomery G.I. Bill • ROTC Scholarships

  20. More Information Resources • District Career Placement Center • ASVAB Career Test (November) • Career and Technology Counselor • On campus college visits • Senior Chat • Go Center • College Night

  21. Internet Resources Internet Research www.Fastweb.com, www.Universities.com www.Collegeboard.com www.bridges.com

  22. The End Question and Answer Period Don’t forget to use the Creekview website for college information - updated weekly!

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