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A.L. BROWN HIGH SCHOOL Senior Parent Night Tuesday, September 24, 2013

A.L. BROWN HIGH SCHOOL Senior Parent Night Tuesday, September 24, 2013. CLASS of 2014. A.L. Brown Senior Parent Night Program Agenda. Welcome -Kevin Garay , Principal National Recognition Presentation -Rob Kass , National Recognition

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A.L. BROWN HIGH SCHOOL Senior Parent Night Tuesday, September 24, 2013

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  1. A.L. BROWN HIGH SCHOOLSenior Parent NightTuesday, September 24, 2013 CLASS of 2014

  2. A.L. Brown Senior Parent NightProgram Agenda • Welcome -Kevin Garay, Principal • National Recognition Presentation -Rob Kass, National Recognition • Graduation Requirements -Daryle Adams, Senior Class Administrator • Work Keys -Tena Martin, CTE • College Planning -Patti Stodghill. Counselor • Student Services Website • CFNC Website • NCAA Clearinghouse • Paying for College -Brian Landis, Counselor • Scholarships • FAFSA • Important Dates -Daryle Adams, Senior Class Administrator • Questions - ALB Staff • Closing Remarks - Kevin Garay

  3. Topics Covered

  4. Graduation Requirements What are the graduation requirements for A.L. Brown High School?

  5. Graduation RequirementsWhat are A.L. Brown’s Graduation Requirements? 1. FUTURE READY CORE Course of Study 2. Completion of a SENIOR PROJECT ALB EXIT/GRAD REQ

  6. Graduation RequirementsWhat are A.L. Brown’s Graduation Requirements? Future Ready Core Components • 4 English • 4 Math • 3 Science • 3 Social Studies • 1 Health and Physical Education • 2 Course Elective Concentration • 4 Course Career Cluster • 6 Additional Elective Credits = 27 Total Credits (minimum) ALB EXIT/GRAD REQ

  7. Graduation RequirementsWhat are A.L. Brown’s Graduation Requirements 2013? Mathematics - 4 credits • Algebra 1 • Geometry • Algebra 2 • 4th Math to be aligned with student’s post high school plans Employ/2 Year College4 Year College Foundation Algebra/Geometry Advanced Function/ Modeling Principles of Technology Discrete Math Pre-Calculus Calculus

  8. Post High School Academic Options What are my academic options after high school?

  9. Post High School Academic OptionsWhat are my academic options after high school?

  10. Post High School Academic OptionsWhat are my academic options after high school? • COMMUNITY COLLEGES - Associate, Diploma, Certificate (6 months - 2+ years) • TECHNICAL COLLEGES - Diploma / Certificate (6 months - 2 years) • SPECIALTY SCHOOLS - Diploma / Certificate Programs (6 months - 2 years) • FOUR YEAR COLLEGES - Bachelor’s Degree (4 - 6 years) • GRADUATE SCHOOL - Master’s and Doctoral Degrees (6 + years)

  11. ACCUPLACER TEST COMPUTER SKILLS TEST Take onsite at Community College College Transfer Program = Admission w/out SAT/ACT

  12. College PlanningWhat schools can/should I apply to? • Courses of Study / Majors Offered • Financial costs • Public vs. Private • Class size and faculty contact • Distance from home • Location • Sports programs POST HIGH SCHOOL OPTIONS

  13. NC Colleges /Universities NC State University, Raleigh, NC • Popular Majors: Engineering, Business, Biological and Biomedical Sciences • Tuition: $16,202.00 (2012-13) • Fall acceptance rate: 52.3% • NCAA Division 1 • 4 year Graduation Rate: 41% • Selectivity: More Selective

  14. NC Colleges /Universities East Carolina University, Greenville, NC • Popular Majors: Education, Nursing, Fine Arts, Business • Tuition: $13,347.00 (2012-13) • Fall acceptance rate: 73% • NCAA Division 1, Football 1-A • 6 year Graduation Rate: 54% • Selectivity: Selective

  15. NC Colleges/Universities University of n c Charlotte (UNCC) • Popular Majors: Business, Biology, Education, Engineering, Criminal Justice • Tuition: $ 14,858.oo (2012-13) • Fall acceptance rate: 69% • NCAA Division 1 • 4 year Graduation Rate: 26 % • Selectivity: Selective

  16. NC Colleges/Universities • APPALACHIAN STATE, BOONE , NC Popular Majors: Elementary Education, Psychology, Business, Accounting • Tuition: 15,948 (2012-13) • Fall acceptance rate: 68% • NCAA Division 1 • 4 year Graduation Rate: 38% • 6 year Graduation Rate: 65.7% • Selectivity: Selective

  17. College PlanningWhat schools can/should I apply to? College Application Process • Paper applications vs. on line applications • Check deadlines • Send Transcripts using CFNC.org • Request recommendation letters (as necessary) • Application fee

  18. College Planning Resources COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF NC All 16 UNC institutions utilize the CFNC.org online applications system. CFNC is the official system for sending high school transcripts electronically using TRANSCRIPT MANAGER www.cfnc.org Plan. Apply. Pay

  19. College Planning Resources 2013 ALB COLLEGE FAIR Over 65+ colleges represented TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2013 ALB Media Center 2:00pm to 3:00pm

  20. College Planning ResourcesCOLLEGE CONNECTIONSBULLETIN BOARD main hallway

  21. College Planning Resources CFNC COLLEGE APPLICATION WEEK November 18 – 22, 2013 *application fees waived for most NC private colleges

  22. College Planning ResourcesCollege Application Week

  23. College Planning ResourcesCollege Visitations • When? Fall/Winter of the senior year • Interviews • Tours • Visit the Hub, Commons or Rec Centers - Sample the food and visit with students. *2 excused visits to colleges per school year

  24. College Admissions Testing Do I need to take an SAT or an ACT Test ?

  25. College Admissions TestingDo I Need to take an SAT or ACT ?SAT vs. ACT – 4 Year College • SAT - Aptitude Test *1/4 point penalty for wrong answer • Critical Reading • Math • Writing Test • ACT – Achievement Test *no penalty for wrong answer • English • Math • Reading • Science • Writing test is optional *Score requirements vary by school COLLEGE TESTING

  26. UNC System Quick Facts For Students Entering Fall 2013 • minimum GPA is 2.5 • minimum ACT is 17 (composite) • minimum SAT is 800 (reading and math) • highly recommended that prospective students take a math course unit in grade 12

  27. Senior Wall of Fame 2013

  28. ALB Student Services Website Stay informed and follow us on the web! A.L BROWN WEBSITE http://www.kannapolis.k12.nc.us/ALBrown/index.html STUDENT SERVICES WEEBLY http://albhscounseling.weebly.com/ Announcements College Planning SAT/ ACT Information Scholarships

  29. NCAA Eligibility NCAA Division 1 NCAA Division 2 16 Core-Course Rule 16 Core Courses: • 4 years of English. • 3 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher). • 2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered by high school). • 1 year of additional English, mathematics or natural/physical science. • 2 years of social science. • 4 years of additional courses 14 Core-Course Rule 14 Core Courses: • 3 years of English. • 2 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher). • 2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered by high school). • 2 years of additional English, mathematics or natural/physical science. • 2 years of social science. • 3 years of additional courses http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/Quick_Reference_Sheet.pdf

  30. NCAA Test Score Requirements Test Scores • Division I has a sliding scale for test score and grade-point average. • Division II has a minimum SAT score requirement of 820 or ACT sum score of 68. The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The writing section of the SAT is not used. The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the four sections on the ACT: English, mathematics, reading and science. The writing section of the ACT is not used. http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/Quick_Reference_Sheet.pdf

  31. Scholarships and Financial Information How do I pay for College?

  32. What is Financial Aid? Every Applicant is Eligible • MERIT– Based • NEED– Based • Scholarships

  33. Scholarships and Financial AidFree Application for Federal and Student Aid (FAFSA) • Free Application for Federal Student Aid • Money given by the Federal Government to help students attend college. • Fill out the FAFSA starting January 1, 2014. • Applications can be filled out online at: www.fafsa.ed.gov

  34. Scholarships and Financial Aid *EVERY STUDENT WHO GOES TO COLLEGE SHOULD FILL OUT THE FAFSA (2 YEAR or4 YEAR or TECHNICAL/TRADE)

  35. Scholarships and Financial AidPell Grants/Loans/Work Study • Pell Grant is given out through the FAFSA and based on income. • Student loans are given out through local banks or colleges (good interest rates). • Work study is where you work on campus to help pay for tuition. REMEMBER! Grants/Work Study Programs do not have to be paid back……. STUDENT LOANS DO!

  36. How Financial Aid is Awarded Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) – results in a family’s EFC Expected Family Cost of Attendance Contribution (EFC) The amount, as determined by The amount budgeted for a Federal methodology, that represents student to pay tuition, room and Your family’s ability to pay for board, books, fees, supplies and one year of college. other related expenses. Cost of Attendance 20,000. Expected Family Contribution (EFC) - 6,000 ________________________________________________ Eligibility for Financial Aid = 14,000

  37. Determining the Financial Aid Package Cost of Attendance 20,000 Expected Family Contribution -6000 Eligibility for Financial Aid 14,000 Financial Aid Package University Grant 5,000 Presidential Scholarship 2,000 Federal Student Loan 2,625 College Work Study 1,500 Total Award 11,125 Eligibility 14,000 GAP 2,875 Financial Aid -11,125+EFC 6,000 GAP= $2,875 = Total Family Contribution $8,875

  38. Scholarships and Financial AidWhatis a Scholarship? • Based on merit, financial need, community service, or sports. • Money that is awarded. (Do not have to pay back). • You don’t get them unless you apply. • They are work, but can pay off!

  39. Scholarships and Financial AidWhere do I apply? • School based scholarships: Example: NC State Scholars, UNC-Wilmington Scholars, etc. --- Apply to the college by the scholarship deadlines listed on their website. • ECU (3.5 GPA, 1800 SAT) has a separate application that must be downloaded and returned by December 1. • A.L. Brown Scholarship are traditionally given out in the spring semester and are chosen locally. • Watch everywhere for scholarships…..churches, Boy Scouts, Civic organizations, Parent’s employer, etc.

  40. Scholarships and Financial Aid Where is the Scholarship Information? • Scholarship Scoop – Listing of Scholarships • Website: http://albhscounseling.weebly.com/ • Email Alerts –brian.landis@kcs.k12.nc.us • Announcements – Listen each day for new scholarships • College Websites: under Financial aid and Scholarships

  41. Student Services Staff School Counselors Patti Stodghill – last names A – K patti.stodghill@kcs.k12.nc.us Brian Landis – last names L – Z brian.landis@kcs.k12.nc.us Career Development Coordinator Kristi Parlier kristi.parlier@kcs.k12.nc.us Senior Class Administrator/Dean of Students Daryle Adams daryle.adams@kcs.k12.nc.us Attendance/Drop-Out Prevention Program Camilla Buckwell camilla.buckwell@kcs.k12.nc.us Testing Coordinator Jackie Cross jackie.cross@kcs.k12.nc.us Guidance Registrar/Secretary Kathy Hall kathy.hall@kcs.k12.nc.us Coordinator Behavioral Health , KCS Health and Wellness Center Angela Ward angela.ward@kcs.k12.nc.us Academically Gifted Program Coordinator Michele Pittsmichele.pitts@kcs.k12.nc.us Freshman Academy Coordinator Jessica Reynolds jessica.reynolds@kcs.k12.nc.us

  42. Important Dates – Class of 2014 SEPTEMBER • 4 : Senior Class Meeting with National Recognition • 11 – 12: Cap and Gown Order • 24: Open House / Senior Parent Meeting • 27: Homecoming OCTOBER • 2-4: Service Day – Cap and Gown • 4: Early Release Day • 17: Renaissance Festival • 29: End of First Nine Weeks • 30 & 31: Senior Announcement Ordering

  43. Important Dates – Class of 2014 NOVEMBER 1 –No School 8: National Honor Society Induction @ 2:30 Week of November 4: Report Cards issued 11: Veteran’s Day Holiday – No School 27 - 29: Thanksgiving Break- No School DECEMBER 2-WorkKeys test (Early grads only) 3 & 5: Senior Presentations 23-Jan. 1: Christmas Break

  44. Important Dates – Class of 2014 JANUARY 1: No School 13 - 17: Exams 17: End of First Semester 20-21 No School 22-2nd Semester starts FEBRUARY 17-No school 25-Spring Open House MARCH 7-Early Release 12-15 Senior Trip 14-National Technical Honor Society Induction 27-End of 3rd nine weeks 28-No school APRIL: **Cap & Gown delivery & Pictures (TBA) 18-27 Spring Break MAY: 6-Senior Awards Night 6 & 8: Senior Presentations 10-Prom 26: Memorial Day - No School

  45. Important Dates – Class of 2014 JUNE 5-11 Spring Exams 8-Baccalaureate (site TBD) 11: Graduation Practice @9:00 13: Honors Graduate Reception-5:00 June 13: GRADUATION!! 6:30

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