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Mrs. Shannon Fritz, A-D Mrs. Laura Ehringer, E-N Mr. Dave McMillan, O-Z

Mrs. Shannon Fritz, A-D Mrs. Laura Ehringer, E-N Mr. Dave McMillan, O-Z. Agenda. Options after High School College visits SAT / ACT testing AP Testing Scholarships Scheduling Questions ?. Second Semester Junior Timeline. Develop a list of potential colleges Visit colleges

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Mrs. Shannon Fritz, A-D Mrs. Laura Ehringer, E-N Mr. Dave McMillan, O-Z

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  1. Mrs. Shannon Fritz, A-D Mrs. Laura Ehringer, E-N Mr. Dave McMillan, O-Z

  2. Agenda • Options after High School • College visits • SAT / ACT testing • AP Testing • Scholarships • Scheduling • Questions ?

  3. Second Semester Junior Timeline • Develop a list of potential colleges • Visit colleges • Start discussing finances and affordability • Take SAT and ACT at least one time each from March- June • Select an appropriate senior schedule

  4. Why Consider Postsecondary Options??? Estimated lifetime earnings • High school grad: $1,200,000 • Some college: $1,500,000 • Bachelor’s degree: $2,100,000 • Professional degree: $4,400,000 Source: U.S. Census Bureau’s 2006 American Community Survey via Sylvan Learning Center

  5. After High School~ Postsecondary Options ~ • Join the Military • Enter the Workforce • Acquire an Apprenticeship • Attend a 2-year institution • Seek a 4-year degree

  6. Military Recruitment Websites Army – www.goarmy.com Navy – www.navy.com Air Force – www.airforce.com Marines – www.marines.com Coast Guard – www.gocoastguard.com Training, travel, adventure, service, and leadership… Enlistment Bonuses ◆ College Funds ◆ Loan Repayment Programs Each branch of the armed forces has different specialties, job opportunities, and requirements. For more information on a branch, contact a recruiter specific to that field. High School Diploma or equivalent required to enlist and a specified ASVAB test score ✶ ✶

  7. Workforce and Apprenticeships Joining an apprenticeship program ✱ ✱ ✱ ✱ Directly entering the workforce Apprenticeship- An education opportunity in which students gain skills related to a specific trade through supervision and classroom instruction. Have a postsecondary career in mind and have taken the necessary steps to prepare for that position. • Have possibly attended Central Nine • Could currently be doing on the job training • Plan on contributing to a family business after graduation • 3-5 year program • Receive wages, benefits, & education • Can lead to an Associates Degree or Technical Certificate through Ivy Tech • Must be at least 18 years old and have a High School Diploma or GED Contact the Indiana Department of Workforce Development for more information on available apprenticeship programs and how to apply for one.

  8. Post Secondary Schooling ~ 4-Year Schools ~ Community Colleges Ex) Ivy Tech, Vincennes University • Gain an Associates Degree or Technical Certificate • Easily transfer acquired credit to a 4-year college or university Public Colleges Ex) Indiana University, Purdue University, Ball State University • State money allows these institutions to be more affordable to Indiana residents. ~ 2-Year Schools ~ Private Colleges Ex) Butler University, Wabash College, University of Notre Dame and other out-of-state institutions. • More expensive than State schools, but offer private scholarships to help subsidize the cost. Technical & Online Colleges Ex) ◾ ITT Tech ◾ Indianapolis Art Institute ◾ Kaplan, DeVry, Brown Mackie Can be proprietary schools, or “for-profit.” Focuses more on taking the essential classes for a trade and less on the “college experience.” Most 2-year schools do not require an SAT/ACT score. They provide their own aptitude testing. 4-year schools require an ACT or SAT score, along with a good high school GPA and a challenging course load.

  9. College Visits Start Now! • Utilize the 2 college visit days wisely • Visit colleges over spring break • Visit colleges during the summer, schedule an overnight stay if possible. • Attend the Greater Indianapolis Southside College Fair hosted by UIndy on March 11th starting at 6:30 pm

  10. Scheduling a College Visit • Use the college website to register online or by phone for visit • Notify Mrs. Linhart in attendance of the date student will miss • Upon return, provide documentation from the college to Mrs. Linhart, which will change the attendance code to CV for college visit

  11. Scholarships 1. Research colleges of interest to review their own scholarship procedures 2. Review guidance’s scholarship list 3. Consider some free online search engines Online Scholarship Resources www.fastweb.com www.fastaid.com www.finaid.org www.brokescholar.com www.scholarships.com

  12. FAFSA Info • What is the FAFSA? • Scholarships, Grants, Student Loans • Do I have to complete this application? • When do I complete it? • Will I receive help completing it?

  13. National Center for College Costs November 12th, 2013 7:00 pm HS Auditorium

  14. The National Center for College Costs ~ College Costs Estimator Program ~ www.indianacollegecosts.org Individual Family Analysis - Personal finance information translateinto eligibility for need-based financial aid. Group Workshop- Tips on maximizing personal financial aid opportunities. Continued Online & Toll Free Support

  15. All this and more…On the Guidance webpage! Go to the WCHS homepage at… http://www.cpcsc.k12.in.us/wchs/ Click “ Guidance Department ”

  16. Options http://www.cpcsc.k12.in.us/wchs/guidance/guidanceinfo.htm Academic Information • Grade Level Checklist • Graduation Requirements • Dual Credit Opportunities • AP Information Guidance Calendar • Testing Dates • Events Career Information • Central Nine • Armed Forces College Information • State and Private School links • College Search links Financial Aid & Scholarships • FAFSA Information • Scholarships Testing Information • SAT/ACT/GQE etc. Volunteer Opportunities • Locations • Links to search

  17. Guidance Updates Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Edmodo! Facebook:   Whiteland  HS  Guidance Twitter:   WhitelandHSGuid Edmodo: for students www.edmodo.com, group code: p32mhe “Like” us today!

  18. Standardized Testsfor College Admissions ACT Subjects Tested Score Range English 1-36 Math 1-36 Reading 1-36 Science Reasoning 1-36 Writing (Optional) • No Penalty for Wrong Answers • • 3 – 3 ½ hour long test • SAT Subjects Tested Score Range Critical Reading 200-800 Math 200-800 Writing 200-800 • Point Deduction for Wrong Answers • • 3 hour 45 minute long test •

  19. Upcoming Test Dates SAT $51.00 ( www.collegeboard.com ) ACT $52.50 ( www.actstudent.org ) Deadline to RegisterTest Date January 10 February 8 March 7 April 12 May 9 June 14 Deadline to RegisterTest Date December 27 January 25 February 7 March 8 April 4 May 3 May 9June 7

  20. Test Preparation Resources • My College Quickstart www.collegeboard.com/quickstart • ACT www.actstudent.org/testprep • ZAPS ACT/SAT Test Prep Workshops www.zaps.com • Sylvan Learning Center • SAT/ACT test prep books at libraries and local bookstores

  21. Advanced Placement (AP) Testing Check Out TransferIN.net for more information on AP and Dual Credit courses specific to Indiana. Additional admissions and financial aid information is available as well. - Math and Science Tests are free - English, Social Studies, Music Theory tests - $81 each - Free and Reduced Students acquire all tests at no cost - AP Fund is available for other students if necessary

  22. AP Changes • AP Physics • Now a two year course • Physics Honors will become Physics AP 1 • 2nd year physics will be Physics AP 2 • AP Computer Science • recommended for students who have completed Computer Programming

  23. Dual Credit Options at WCHS Ivy Tech Classes taught by Ivy Tech Professors and offered at WCHS: • English Composition • Fundamentals of Public Speaking • Intro to Psychology • Intro Sociology Courses can cost up to $180 for 3 credit hours.

  24. Dual Credit Options, Cont’d. Courses taught by WCHS teachers for Dual Credit: • AP US History – dual credit through ISU • Adv. Telecommunications – dual credit through USI • Adv. Computer Applications – dual credit through Vincennes • Computer Programming – dual credit through Vincennes • AP Biology - dual credit through Indiana University • AP Chemistry - dual credit through Indiana University Courses are $25 per credit hour and range from $75-$125. Students on free/reduced lunch can have tuition fees waived.

  25. Scheduling • Timeline • Counselors visit US History classes Nov. 12th-14th • For these students, schedule sheets turned in by Nov. 26th • Can access online scheduling in PowerSchool November 12th- January 6th • Resources • 2014-2015 Curriculum Guide will be available online Nov. 12th • WCHS→ Guidance→ Academic Information • Strength of Senior Schedule/ Finding Balance • #1 thing colleges look for is course selection • Colleges will ask for senior schedule on application • Make sure student is taking required classes for college (for example, must have pre-calculus for IU) • Find balance

  26. Scheduling continued • Junior Interviews • After winter break • Making Changes • Students and parents will be able to make changes in PowerSchool until Jan. 6th • After Jan. 6th, changes can still be made by contacting your counselor • All changes must be made by June 1st

  27. Course Information • Don’t forget about Tribal Elder and Peer Helpers • 7 semester graduates • Senior free period • students with a 3.0 GPA or higher may choose 6 classes instead of 7 and have one “off” period • JAG

  28. Junior Parent Night

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