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The Class of 2014. American School of Johannesburg. Decisions. Feelings. Please record some of the feelings, thoughts and emotions you might be having about your son or daughters university application process or future after high school…. The Voice of Experience…. Ms . Schutte Ms. Macias
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The Class of 2014 American School of Johannesburg
Feelings Please record some of the feelings, thoughts and emotions you might be having about your son or daughters university application process or future after high school…
The Voice of Experience… Ms.Schutte Ms. Macias Ms.Ustas
Checklist for NAVIANCE • LOG-IN: https://connection.naviance.com/family-connection/auth/login/?hsid=AISoJ • IB Projected Scores: Under “About Me” Tab and then go to “Scores” • Under “College Tab”:“Colleges I am Applying to” • FERPA Waiver- “Colleges I am Applying to” * First have completed registration on the Common Application. • HOME TAB in Naviance “Prep Me” – SAT Preparation – On left side of menu
Who Does What? Parents Student High School Counselors Teachers Admission Officers
Parents can… • Meet with University Counselor at AISJ • Help students with Application Information (Biographical Info/Application Fees) • Observe from a safe distance • Talk with your child about careers, goals and higher education expectations. • Be Supportive! • Finances
Your child will… • NAVIANCE FAMILY CONNECTION • Personal Essays • Take Final Tests/Exams • Keep Track of Deadlines • Request Recommendations from Teachers • Create a Realistic University List • Keep working hard all year! • Enter Updates on NAVIANCE • Search for Scholarships • Follow up – On Track/University Websites • Tell IB Coordinator – Mr Hurtado where they want their scores sent • Say THANK-YOU
The counselors will… • Be involved in the process with your child… • Guide your child on personal statements/essays • Advise students on university and course selection • Be available to talk during mission blocks • Help students develop List and Reach/Target/Safety Schools • Obtain and Inform students of IB Projected scores • http://www.ibo.org/recognition/ - IB Advanced Credit • Read teacher recommendations/write counselor recommendation • Look over students application • Send transcripts, profile, IB projections, letters and any other information to University on behalf of your child. • Communicate between the University and Student • Follow up – Talk with University Admission Officers
Your child’s teachers will… Complete letter if request process is followed Provide projected scores given to High School Counselor Keep working hard to prepare your child for university and exams
University Admissions Admission Officers in North America & Faculty and Department Heads in UK/Europe They are busy… Ask in email questions and concerns… Follow up…
Deadline November 28th 2013
We hope you have accomplished… • Scheduled a Family Meeting – Or will email Ms. Barltrop to arrange a meeting with Ms. Ireland or Mrs. J-S • Copy of Transcript - Please let us know (changes) • Parent Information Sheet – Fill in if your child is applying to USA • Realize the importance of NAVIANCE - Ask your child to see their NAVIANCE Account
FAQ Common Application GPA Early Decision – Early Action – Rolling Admissions BUZZ Word When will I hear back? CSS Profile/FAFSA Score Choice How many schools can I apply to?