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A Post High School Planning Workshop for Juniors and their Parents

A Post High School Planning Workshop for Juniors and their Parents. GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT. A through G Mrs. Katie Smith ksmith@iasd.cc H through O Mrs. Carol Kerchensky ckerchensky@iasd.cc P through Z Mrs. Linda Chirieleison lchirie@iasd.cc Secretary Mrs. Janice Allshouse

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A Post High School Planning Workshop for Juniors and their Parents

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  1. A Post High School Planning Workshop for Juniors and their Parents

  2. GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT • A through G • Mrs. Katie Smith ksmith@iasd.cc • H through O • Mrs. Carol Kerchensky ckerchensky@iasd.cc • P through Z • Mrs. Linda Chirieleison lchirie@iasd.cc • Secretary • Mrs. Janice Allshouse jallshouse@iasd.cc

  3. Getting Started . . .

  4. Know Thyself • Values • Ambitions • Achievements • Academic Strengths • Interests • Your Standout Talents

  5. Choosing Your College Priorities What is important to you? • Location • Academics • Size • Campus Appeal • Social Life • Total Cost – Including aid

  6. Next Steps for Juniors In School • Stay focused on academics • Do not lighten your academic load for senior year • Meet with your school counselor • Stay involved in school activities Standardized Testing • Prepare for and register for ACT / SAT tests • Register for AP tests as appropriate College Exploration • Explore colleges on the Web • Visit colleges if you can • Meet with college representatives • Attend college fairs

  7. Types of Colleges * Does not include room and board.

  8. Types of Colleges * Does not include room and board.

  9. PSAT/NMSQT • Wednesday, October 17, 2012 • Register in the Guidance Office no later than FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2012 • $18.00 • Results are returned in early December

  10. About College Admission Tests • ACT • Consists of five tests: English, Math, Reading, Science, and Writing • Writing component is optional • Top composite score is 36 • SAT • Consists of three tests: Verbal, Math, Writing • Each test is scored on a scale of 200-800

  11. SAT PREP COURSE • 8-week course beginning in late fall/early winter • Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. to noon • Information will be posted on the morning announcements.

  12. SAT – CEEB CODE 391885 * Testing Dates at Indiana Senior High School * Request Test Center Code # 39299. Register at www.sat.collegeboard.com.

  13. ACT – CEEB CODE 391885 The ACT is NOT administered at Indiana Area Senior High School. Register at www.actstudent.org.

  14. Additional Testing Information • SAT Subject Tests • Offered the same days as the SAT Reasoning Test • Only necessary if required by schools of interest • Advanced Placement tests • May 6-16 during the school day

  15. Collecting College Information HS website – www.iasd.cc Career Cruising – www.careercruising.com Internet Resources - www.cappex.com - www.princetonreview.com - www.educationplanner.org College and Career Fairs Resource books/catalogs from the Guidance Office Visiting School Representatives School Counselor

  16. Tips on Making a School Visit • See your counselor for a College Visit Checklist. • Phone ahead to the admissions office and make an appointment. • Request an interview with an Admissions Officer and Financial Aid Officer. • Meet with instructors in the major field of interest. • Observe classes. • Take a campus tour. • Visit a freshman dorm and eat in the dining hall

  17. The Admissions Glossary • Early Decision • Early Action • Rolling Admissions • Wait List

  18. Tips on Completing Applications • READ DIRECTIONS carefully. • Colleges prefer on-line applications. • If completing a paper application, print neatly in ink. • Complete all information and check over before submitting. • Check spelling. • Request a high school transcript from the Guidance Office. • Ask your counselor to include letters of recommendation. • Enclose the application fee. • Submit applications to the Guidance Office two weeks prior to the deadline.

  19. Financial Aid

  20. What’s the Difference? • Scholarships • Grants • Work-Study Programs • Loans BE SURE TO ATTEND THE FINANCIAL AID WORKSHOP FOR PARENTS OF SENIORS IN JANUARY OF SENIOR YEAR.

  21. Financial Aid Resources • Guidance Office • Local employers and organizations • Online resources • fafsa.ed.gov- Free Application for Federal Student Aid • Studentaid.ed.gov - The federal government’s website about paying for college • Educationplanner.org • Collegeboard.org • College or University website

  22. And finally . . .

  23. Important Dates • September 4-21, 2012 – register for the PSAT • October 2, 2012 – Career Fair at IUP • October 17, 2012 – PSAT at the Senior High • Late fall to March 2013 – SAT Prep Course • March 9, 2013 – SAT at IHS • June 1, 2013 – SAT at IHS

  24. 10 Tips for Parents • Help your student understand the college search process. • Be realistic and non-judgmental. • Be in the "back seat" - and not the driver - of the college search process. • Be open to dialogue and responsive to questions. • Be aware of deadlines and fees due. • Know that things have changed since your college days. • Don’t overemphasize your own alma maters. • Don’t compare your student with others. • Don’t dwell on disappointments, like a rejection letter. • Celebrate successes!

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