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CHS Class of 2017. A timeline and resources for high school sophomores. 10 th – 12 th grade Counseling Center. Counselors : Mrs. Clark Mr. Mikesell Mrs. Cool Mrs. Payne Mrs. Hartman Mrs. Stringham Mrs. Johnson Mrs. Stuelpe Mr. McDonough Mrs. Wernke Social Worker : Mrs. Wildman.
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CHS Class of 2017 A timeline and resources for high school sophomores
10th – 12th grade Counseling Center Counselors: Mrs. Clark Mr. Mikesell Mrs. Cool Mrs. Payne Mrs. Hartman Mrs. Stringham Mrs. Johnson Mrs. Stuelpe Mr. McDonough Mrs. Wernke Social Worker: Mrs. Wildman
Resources • Part-time job postings • Information about tutors, SAT/ACT tests, etc. • Information about summer programs • College and Career Resource Center: • Mrs. Stephan • Mr. Pettibone • Mrs. Boldt
College Info on Facebook &Twitter! • Follow us on Twitter @CHSCollege411 • Like us on Facebook at “Carmel High School College Counseling” • A great resource for: • College Admissions Information • Application Deadlines • Scholarships • Financial Aid • College Rep Visits • Summer Programs
Timeline • “If you want to make sure your dreams come true, the first thing you have to do is wake up.” J.M. Power
Fall • Plan for the year ahead • STUDY • Take the PSAT • Get involved with activities • Explore college options • Explore career options • Attend a college fair • NACAC College Fair - Sept. 16th, Indiana Convention Center • Hamilton County College Fair - Sept. 24th, Fishers High School
Winter • Continue to STUDY • Start preparing for SAT/ACT • Create junior year schedule • Learn about how to finance a college education • Continue to explore college options
Spring • STAY FOCUSED • Study for AP exams • Explore summer opportunities • Take the End of Course Assessments in English 10 and Algebra I
Summer • Participate in activities that will help with your goals • Read • Visit college campuses “Think about the choices you are making now as they really impact your future.” - S. Rubinstein
Additional Information • If you are struggling in a class: • Talk to your teacher • Work with a tutor • Talk to your counselor • Work with peers
Tutoring Opportunities • Teachers are available during SRT: Students can request to see their teacher(s) during SRT for small-group help. Students must ask the teacher for a pass prior to the SRT. • Late-Start Wednesdays: NHS students tutor during this time. • National Honor Society peer tutors: National Honor Society students volunteer their time to offer peer tutoring outside of the school day. Students can get a list of NHS tutors from the Counseling Office. • Adult tutors: Adults in the community offer tutoring services for an hourly rate. Students can get a list of adult tutors through their “myccs” accounts in the “Resources” widget.
Exploring Options for the Future • Use the CHS Counseling Center website, college websites, and other college search websites • Visit college fairs and college admissions representatives • Set up college campus visitations • Attend the College Information Night • Pay attention to announcements from the Counseling Center
Internet Issues • Set up a college admissions email account • do not choose usernames that are silly, inappropriate or immature • Use this account to communicate with college admission personnel • Review your online persona – what do people see when they view your Facebook page or other social networks*? • *From Purdue U. = “A good rule of thumb for students – if it’s not something you would want your mother to see, don’t post it online.”
Get Involved in Activities • Community service • CHS clubs • Remember: It is the quality of activity, not the quantity of activities, that counts • Leadership is valuable
Explore Career Options • Interest inventories • Indiana Career Explorer • J. Everett Light Career Center
College Athletics • Check NCAA eligibility requirements at www.eligibilitycenter.org • If the college is an NAIA school: www.playnaia.org
Finally: “I know the price of success: dedication, hard work, and an unremitting devotion to the things you want to see happen.” Frank Lloyd Wright
Summary: • Stay focused and work hard this year. • Continue planning for the future. • Sign up to follow the CHS College Info Twitter account. Do it now! @CHSCollege411 HAVE A GREAT YEAR!