Senior Conferences

1. October 24-25, 2018 Review transcript, graduation plan, GPA, rank, discuss post-high school plans, and answer any questions. Senior Conferences

2. Class of 2019 GraduationSaturday May 25,2019NRG Stadium 9:00 am

3. Decide: * What are your interests? * What are your goals? * Where do I want to be 2..5..10 years from now? This is the time to make important Decisions!

4. . Students jumpstart your future! Go to Choices360.comto: • Explore CAREERS • Explore COLLEGES • Find SCHOLARSHIPS LOGIN: humble + id number (ex: humble123456) PASSWORD: id number(ex: 123456) Choices 360

5. Ask yourself realistically… which program can I Start and Finish? • Certificate/License Program Cosmetology Auto mechanics Air Conditioning Welding • Military Career Army Marines Coast Guard Navy Air Force • College: *2+ years (Associate’s Degree) *4+ years (Bachelor’s Degree) *6+ years (Master’s /PhD)

6. Can you get accepted? Do you meet the requirements to get into the college to which you want to apply? *GPA *Class Rank *SAT/ACT Scores *Recommended Courses

7. *Determine when the college of your choice will begin accepting applications. *Submit applications and SAT / ACT scores in a timely manner. *When writing application essays, use your best writing skills. Consider having someone proof and critique the essay before submitting. *Request transcripts and letters of recommendation well ahead of the deadline. *Maintain copies of all applications. *Be sure to apply to more than one college. College Application Process

8. ROLLING Applications are accepted throughout the year. Rolling admissions is an option, but it’s not utilized by all colleges. Students are considered in the order in which their application was received. Since space is limited it is recommended you submit your application as early as possible. A college participating in rolling admissions will keep accepting applications until they’ve reached full capacity. Types of Admission

9. EARLY DECISION Early decision should be utilized when you have a top school you’d like to attend no matter what. You must be sure that this is the school you’d like to attend, if accepted. What is most important to remember about early decision is that it is a binding contract. When applying through early decision, if you are accepted, you have already agreed to attend. If you apply to a school via early decision and apply to others in the meantime, you must withdraw your applications to the other school if you are admitted to the early decision school. Types of Admission

10. EARLY ACTION Early action is similar to early decision; however, the key difference is that it’s not a binding agreement. You can apply to more than one college via early action and decide which school you’d like to attend that you’ve be admitted to. The benefit of early action is that students have more of a chance of being accepted, since not as many students have applied. Types of Admission

11. REGULAR ADMISSION If you’re applying during the standard application period, usually from the beginning of December to mid-January, you’re application will fall under the category of regular admissions. If you’re unsure what schools you’d like to attend or would like more time to prepare your application, essay and test scores, it is likely regular admission will become your route of application. Types of Admission

12. Students must see Mrs. Gray in the Registrar’s office to complete and sign a “Request for Transcript” form. Include the name of the University or Organization and address if out of state. The cost is $2.00 per transcript. Cash only! • All in state official transcripts will be electronically sent to the University or Organization designated by the student. All out of state official transcripts will be sent by mail. Requesting Transcripts

13. Should be written by someone who knows you very well. Provide a copy of your resume or submit an autobiography to the person writing the letter. Give that person 2-3 weeks notice. Letter should accurately validate or certify leadership, talents, community service, and extra curricular activities. You may need at least 2-3 letters of recommendation. Letters of Recommendation

14. 1. ACT / SAT Scores. 2. Official High School Transcript. 3. Application & Application Fee. 4. Include any necessary essay(s) or optional resume/letters of recommendation. 5. Print and keep a copy of EVERYTHING!!! 6. Mail documents using U.S. Certified Mail with a Return Receipt. College Application CompletionChecklist

15. College Admission Testing SAT / ACT TSI(TexasSuccess Initiative)

16. SAT and ACT • Register online SAT - College Board Online www.collegeboard.org ACT – Online www.act.org • The Atascocita High School Campus code is  443583. • The TSI Assessment College placement test is a placement test all students need to take unless exempt. Students may be exempt from taking the TSI based on SAT or ACT scores. Students must consult with each college to verify the criteria for being exempt.

17. * ACT – The ACT tests a student’s acquired skills. Subjects: English, Math, Reading, Science, and Writing (optional) Assessment. Composite scores range from 1 to 36. * SAT - The SAT is a globly recognized college admission test that lets you show colleges what you know and how well you can apply that knowledge. It tests your knowledge of Evidence-Based Reading and Writing as well as Math. The total score is a sum of the two section scores with a score range of 400-1600. * SAT Subject Tests – Subject tests (The more selective & competitive colleges require/recommend one or more subject test).Each subject has a 200-800 score range. Send official score reports directly to the College or University as they require an official score report. Difference between the SAT and ACT Tests?

18. Don’t let registration fees stand in the way between you and going to college!!! Please see your counselor to verify if you are eligible to receive a fee waiver. A limited number of fee waivers are available for: * SAT Registration / ACT Registration * College Application Fees - a fee waiver must be used for the Test to be eligible (max 4) All students on Free/Reduced Lunch Qualify- a limited number of fee waivers are received per campus so act fast. Fee Waiver

19. Athletes…Don’t Forget… • You will need to complete the • necessary NCAA Eligibility • Center forms! • Student-athletes must be • certified by the NCAA • Clearinghouse before receiving • an athletics scholarship, • practicing and competing at a • division I or II institution. • You can apply online at NCAA • Eligibility Center – NCAA.org • *See your coach for details.

20. Scholarships Scholarships may be awarded on the basis of: *Academic Merit *Financial need *Talent *Miscellaneous scholarship criteria

21. * AHS scholarship website * CHOICES360.com * Internet * College/University websites * Local business advertisements * Parents place of employment * Research other available scholarships via library reference books, or private sources. * Watch the calendar closely for application deadlines. * Scholarship applications take time and effort but it is well worth it!!!!!!! APPLY, APPLY, APPLY! Scholarships… where do I look?

22. You can find scholarship opportunities on the AHS website -Click on College Resource Center

23. FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid applications are available online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. • How and when do I apply? Even if you haven’t been officially accepted for admission, you should complete and submit the FAFSA during the fall semester of your senior year in high school beginning Oct. 1st. • The FAFSA helps colleges and universities determine your eligibility for financial aid. • After your FAFSA is processed, you’ll receive a Student Aid Report (SAR). The information from your FAFSA will be sent to the colleges you listed on the form, and they will send you an award letter identifying the aid for which you qualify. FAFSA

25. Grants – Need based; do not have to repay as long as you maintain a certain GPA. • Loans – Must repay once you finish college. • Work Study Program – Job housed on campus arranged by college. • Scholarships- Free money Sources of Financial Aid

26. Class of 2019 will graduate under the Foundation High School Plan. • It is important that students contact the college of their choice to discuss admission requirements. Foundation High School Plan

27. Pass / Fail Forms can be obtained from your house counselor at this time. • Forms are due back to your house counselor on or before Friday, November 2nd at 3:00 pm. PASS/FAIL Dates

28. ResourcesOne of your greatest resources is the AHS Website.

29. We are committed to providing you with the resources necessary to help you achieve your goals. What are YOU prepared to do for yourself and your future?

30. Credit Recovery / AHS Night Grad If you have failed a class and are enrolled in Credit Recovery or Night Grad, you must complete all deficient credits in order to meet graduation requirements for May 25, 2019.

31. And BEYOND!!! You can make it to GRADUATION

32. You can find a copy of this presentation on the AHS website. • We encourage you to sign up to see your counselor with any questions! • Please remember that deadlines are crucial.