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Oakland High School Class of 2015 Junior Presentation. Jana Dickey A-E dickeyj@rcschools.net Jessica Johnson F-L johnsonje@rcschools.net Missy Blissard M-R blissardm@rcschools.net Teri Pigg S-Z piggt@rcschools.net. Meredy Clifton Grad Coach cliftonm@rcschools.net
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Jana Dickey A-E dickeyj@rcschools.net Jessica Johnson F-L johnsonje@rcschools.net Missy Blissard M-R blissardm@rcschools.net Teri Pigg S-Z piggt@rcschools.net Meredy Clifton Grad Coach cliftonm@rcschools.net Laura Davis Secretary davislau@rcschools.net Counseling Department
Objective: • To review graduation requirements and consider postsecondary options to help reach educational and career goals
Life After High SchoolCareer PlanningWe defineCOLLEGEas any kind of formal education after high school
4 Credits – English 4 Credits – Math 3 Credits – Science 3 Credits – Social Studies 2 Credits – Foreign Language 1 Credit – Fine Art 1.5 Credit – Wellness/PE .5 Credit – Personal Finance 3 Credits – Focused Pathway 1 Credit – Electives 23 Total Credits Required Graduation RequirementsClass 2015
Diploma with HonorsACT Benchmarks • English 18 • Math 22 • Reading 22 • Science 23
Diploma with Distinction3.0 GPA & One of the following • Governor’s School • All State Musical Organizations • National Merit Finalist or Semi Finalist • ACT score of 31 or higher • Score of 3 or higher on 2 or more AP exams • Score of 4 or higher on 2 or more IB exams • IB Diploma Candidate • 12 or more hours of postsecondary credit
Valedictorian Requirements • 4.0 GPA • 12 Honors or Above Courses • Honors Diploma • Distinction Diploma
Post Secondary Education is VITAL!! • Increase Skills and Knowledge • More Career Opportunities • Greater Income Capabilities • Certification Opportunities
Junior Year To Do’s • Continue taking challenging courses • Study, Study, Study • Seriously start planning your future after high school by: • Talking to college reps that visit OHS • Research colleges and careers online • Attend college and career fairs • Visit colleges • Volunteer
Life After High School • Community Colleges – Associate’s Degree (2 year) • Four Year Colleges – Bachelor’s degree • Specialty Colleges – Art, Business • Technical Centers – short term training • Military • Work Force
What Do Colleges Look For When Selecting Students to Admit? • Challenging courses • Grades/effort • ACT/SAT scores • Leadership development • Community service • Work experiences • Letters of recommendation • Unique/special talents or experiences
Where To Go – Consider ThisWhat’s important to you (the student)? • Cost • Admission Requirements • Location/Environment • School Size • Majors • Special Programs • Housing/Facilities
www.planningyourdreams.org • Tennessee College & Career Planning • Activation Code = N3696544XVK
OHS Mini College Fair Wednesday, January 29 During all 3 lunches in the gym
Career Cluster ShowcaseFeaturing: Hospitality & Tourism Wednesday, February 5 during all 3 lunches in the gym
MTSU • Guaranteed Admission -3.0 GPA/22 ACT • Conditional Admission – 2.7 GPA/19 ACT • Scholarship Deadline – December 1 • Honors College – 3.5 GPA/25 ACT • www.mtsu.edu (Future Students)
University of TennesseeKnoxville • Class of 2012 Mid Range Core GPA 3.37- 4.63 Mid Range ACT 25-29 • Early Action/Competitive Scholarship & • Honors Program-November 1 • Regular Decision-December 1 • http://vip.utk.edu or www.commonapp.org
University of TennesseeChattanooga • Admission Requirement 2.85 GPA/18 ACT or 2.5 GPA/21 ACT • Scholarship Deadline – December 1 • www.utc.edu/apply • Degree in 3 – 3.0 GPA/21 ACT
Tennessee Technological University in Cookeville • Admission Requirement 2.0 GPA/19 ACT 2.5 GPA/17 ACT • Scholarship Deadline – December 15 • www.tntech.edu
www.tntransferpathway.org Tennessee College Transfer Guarantee
Motlow State Community Collegewww.mscc.edu Benefits of a Community College: Saves Money Improve GPA Basic Requirements Family Ties
Tennessee College of Applied Technologywww.ttcmurfreesboro.edu Benefits of a Technical School: Affordability Short Duration of Courses Employment Opportunities Practical Training
Mike Rowe Foundationwww.mikeroweWORKS.com • Trade Schools • Apprenticeships • Skills
ACT/SATWhat is the difference? • Both fulfill the same role in the admission process • Both have college readiness benchmarks • ACT is content based • SAT test critical thinking/problem solving • Your strength and weakness
Junior ACT DateMarch 4, 2014 • Free • Reportable Score • Test during a school day • School will complete registration for you
ACT Test Prep • ACT Workshop (Sycamore Learning) February 26 & 27 at 3:30 Register at www.prepforthefuture.com – fee $79 • www.march2success.com – online free resource • www.actstudent.org- online resources
Tennessee Education Lottery Scholarship Program • Hope - $4000(4yr) $2000(2yr) GPA 3.0 or ACT 21 • General Assembly Merit (GAMS) - $1000 GPA 3.75 and ACT 29 • Wilder-Naifeh - $2000 Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Scholarship Resources • OHS Guidance webpage • Email • University websites • Scholarship search engines • Civic organizations • Church • Employer **College Planning Guide/Power Point will be posted on our web page
NCAA Eligibility Centerwww.eligibilitycenter.org • Must register • 16/14 core courses • Test scores
2014-2015Youth Leadership Rutherford • www.rutherfordbep.org/programs/ylr • Applications due February 3, 2014 to Chamber of Commerce
Junior Parent Night • Thursday, January 23, 2014 • 7:00 p.m. • OHS Theatre • To prepare parents to help their rising senior with 12th grade responsibilities • Free ACT/SAT prep information
Spring RegistrationComing Soon! • Late February • Course Consideration • Challenge and Rigor • Dual Enrollment Choose Wisely! It's YOUR Future!!
Spring Test Dates • AP Exams – May 7-May 14 • IB Exams – May 7-May 25 • Writing Assessment – February 3-28 • EOC Exams – May 5-May 9
Academic Pep RallyThursday, April 24 What are your goals? Work to make them happen!
Summer Activities • Senior Pictures – Paul Vaughn Studios • Campus Visits • Summer Programs • Part Time Job • Job Shadow • Volunteer
Last Day of School May 29 Pick up report cards