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Stockbridge Tigers Senior Advisement

Stockbridge Tigers Senior Advisement. Information for Seniors and Parents. SHS Mission Statement .

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Stockbridge Tigers Senior Advisement

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  1. Stockbridge TigersSenior Advisement Information for Seniors and Parents

  2. SHS Mission Statement The mission of Stockbridge High School Guidance and Counseling is to help students succeed. We recognize that each student has the fundamental right of equal access to the knowledge and skill required to function successfully in a global society. Therefore, we designed a comprehensive guidance and counseling program that addresses, not only the academic needs of our students, but also environmental conditions such as poverty, unemployment, homelessness, and child abuse/neglect that affect a student’s ability to learn. SHS Guidance and Counseling focuses on the needs of the whole student by recognizing and responding to the social, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral challenges facing students and families. Students will have the opportunity to acquire educational and social competencies necessary for growth toward lifelong success in becoming productive citizens.

  3. Topics for Discussion - Counselors - College Admission Standards • College Application - SAT/ACT Process - Financial Aid • Transcript Request - HOPE Procedure - NCAA - Letters of Recommendation - Units and Honors/AP Points - GPA

  4. Stockbridge High School Counselors Students are assigned to counselors by last name: Counselor Last Name Hodge A-G Graham H-O Rush P-Z Ms. C. Melissa Bell, Graduation Coach Mrs. M. Brown, Counseling Secretary

  5. College Application Process Parent’s Role • Guide and support student through college application process • Discuss college finances with student • Remind student to remain focus and monitor application deadlines established by college and scholarship committees.

  6. College Application Process Student’s Role • Coordinate between high school and college admission requirements • Complete college research and college application • Be aware of deadlines for admissions, scholarships, NCAA, HOPE, FAFSA • Submit all requests for transcripts, evaluations, and letters of recommendation by high school deadline

  7. College Application Process High School Deadlines There will be a strict minimum one week (5 business days) high school deadline prior to the college deadline for students submitting requests for transcripts, letters of recommendation, or high school counselor section evaluations for a college application or for a scholarship to the Counseling Office.

  8. College Application Process • In order to have an honest, fair, and complete evaluation of application between high school and college…the student must waive their rights to view the application when and if colleges ask. • Failure to waive rights will result in minimal academic information being reported. • All senior students must return a Senior Data Sheet by September 7, 2012 to their Counselor.

  9. Transcript Request All transcript requests require a $2.00 processing fee and will be accepted by Mrs. Brown in the Counseling Office. Please complete the transcript request form.

  10. Letter of Recommendation - Teacher • Requires a completed Senior Data Sheet and self-addressed stamped envelope given to the teacher • Teacher will mail if paper or send electronically (Student must communicate the deadline) • Please allow two weeks for teachers to write letters of recommendation

  11. Letter of Recommendation - Counselor • Some schools require letters of recommendation and some do not • Do not assume every college requires or wants a letter of recommendation • Allow a minimum of two weeks when requesting a letter of recommendation

  12. College Admission Standards GPA– Typically average academic core on a 4.0 scale (English/Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, and World Language) Course Selection – Selective colleges are looking at the rigor of your courses throughout high school, including senior year. Test Scores (SAT and/or ACT) Class Rank – Based on overall numeric weighted average Extracurricular Activities – Leadership and participation in clubs, service, and athletics can be important to competitive colleges and universities

  13. College Admission Standards College Application Essays – Required essays on the college application are important because they demonstrate student’s writing ability and give the college additional information. Please seek advice when writing an essay. Letters of Recommendation – Request teacher and counselor recommendation two weeks prior to college’s deadline Resume – Include academic information, honors and awards, extracurricular activities, work/volunteer experience

  14. GPA Student should contact college to find out how they calculate GPA • Most colleges/universities use this scale: A = 4.0, B = 3.0, C = 2.0, D = 1.0, F = 0.0 • Most colleges/universities only consider academic courses (English/Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, Science, and World Language). • Some colleges/universities may give additional points for Honors/AP courses. • Some colleges/universities may remove the additional points for Honors/AP courses.

  15. Research Colleges Use the Internet • www.GACollege411.org Visit College Campuses • Request pre-approved absences to visit colleges/universities • Meet with representatives from admissions, financial aid, and area of interest (intended major) and ask questions during visit • Attend College Fairs (Probe Fairs)

  16. Research Colleges Narrow list to 4-8 colleges/universities View school profiles and compare the admissions data to your own academic record and test score • Dream/Reach School (less than 30% chance of admission) - Academic Record/Test Score at and/or below average • Good Fit/Target School (30%-60% chance of admission) - Academic Record/Test Score in line with average • Safety School (greater than 60% chance of admission) - Academic Record/Test Score above average - Need one safety school • Close to home (more affordable) Apply to schools that are a good match for your personality, interests, and career goals!!!

  17. Research College Types of Admission Decisions Early Action: Invite early applications; receives notice of admission. If accepted, student is not obligated to attend. Early Decision: Receives notice of admission early. If accepted, student is obligated to attend. Student must withdraw all other applications. Regular Decision

  18. SAT vs. ACT SAT I: Scores 600-2400 College admission test measuring mathematical ability, critical reading knowledge, and writing skill. SAT II Subject Test: Scores 200-800 One hour tests offered in English, Foreign Language, Science, Social Studies, and Mathematics. Some colleges require the SAT II Subject Test (s). ACT: Scores 0-36 College admission test measuring aptitude and skill in English, Mathematics, Reading, Science, and Writing.

  19. SAT vs. ACT How do I register? SAT www.collegeboard.com ACT www.actstudent.org SHS School Code 112830

  20. Financial Aid Scholarships/financial aid is posted at http://schoolwires.henry.k12.ga.us/domain/5054 on a regular basis alerting seniors to available scholarship opportunities. Click on Administration, Counseling, and Scholarships. Research scholarships on the internet: www.scholarships.com www.fastweb.com www.gacollege411.org www.collegeboard.com Contact colleges/universities directly about financial aid opportunities. Colleges/universities award renewable scholarships. Inquire about criteria, application process, and deadline.

  21. HOPE SCHOLARSHIP A 3.0 GPA is required by averaging core coursework, including failing grades on a 4.0 scale. Core courses include: English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, and World Language. Honors and AP points are removed and a .50 weighting is added back for AP courses not to exceed 4.0. Middle school credit is not included in the HOPE GPA. All HOPE GPA calculations are completed by the Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC). ***Counselors are not responsible for calculating HOPE GPA. A 2.99 GPA does not qualify for HOPE.

  22. HOPE Scholarship Basic eligibility requirements: • Student must have a 3.0 GPA as calculated by GSFC. • Student must maintain a 3.0 GPA in college to maintain the HOPE Scholarship. • Students who fall below 3.0 GPA may only regain the HOPE Scholarship one time. • Students can earn a 3.0 GPA in college and enter the HOPE Scholarship Program at the 30, 60, or 90 semester hour checkpoint. • HOPE Scholarship does not pay for remedial and/or developmental courses.

  23. HOPE Scholarship The HOPE Scholarship will pay for: • At an eligible public postsecondary institution, a percentage amount of the standard tuition charges from the previous year. • At an eligible private postsecondary institution, a percentage amount of the HOPE award for private colleges. Award amounts can be located on www.gacollege411.org.

  24. Zell Miller Scholarship Student must meet all requirements for the HOPE Scholarship plus: • Graduate from an eligible high school in Georgia with a 3.7 GPA as calculated by GSFC, • Receive a score of at least 1200 combined critical reading and math on a single administration SAT or an ACT score of at least 26, and • Graduate from an eligible high school in Georgia as the valedictorian or salutatorian.

  25. Zell Miller Scholarship • Student must maintain a 3.3 GPA in college. • If a student loses eligibility for the Zell Miller Scholarship Program, they may regain eligibility one time. Students remain eligible for the HOPE Scholarship as long as the GPA is 3.0 or higher.

  26. NCAA Initial Eligibility Clearinghouse If you are planning on participating in intercollegiate athletics at an NCAA Division I or II institution, you must register with the NCAA Initial Eligibility Clearinghouse. Access registration material at www.ncaaclearinghouse.net When taking the SAT/ACT, enter 9999 for scores to be sent to NCAA. Students and parents are responsible for determining NCAA eligibility to Division I and Division II school.

  27. Communication You should have received communication for this meeting. If you did not receive any communication, make certain we have your email, mailing address, and/or telephone number. You may contact the Counseling Office at 770-474-8747 and update your information with the Counseling Secretary, Mrs. Brown.

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