Post on 13-Jan-2016
Welcome
Class of 2013!
Overview
Graduation Requirements
Star Groups (homeroom)Additional InformationCollege KnowledgePaying For CollegeGetting It Done
* Occupational
* Future Ready Core
NC Graduation and Course of Study Requirements
Occupational Prep
English I, II, III, IV Math I, II, III Science I, II Social Studies I, II Health/PE Career Prep (6 credits) Four Vocational Courses Six Electives Work hours (school, volunteer, paid)
TOTAL = 28 CREDITS
Future Ready Core
English I, II, III, IV Algebra I, Geo & Alg II and a math beyond Alg. II
(Discrete Math, Adv. Funct, Pre-Cal, AP Cal,
AP Statistics) A Physical Science, Biology, Earth Science Civics/Economics, World History, US History Health/PE 6 credits:
2 elective credits of any combination from: CTE, Arts Education, or World Languages
4 elective credits (strongly recommended) in a four course concentration from: CTE, ROTC, Arts Education, Other subject
Eleven Electives TOTAL = 28 CREDITS
Senior picture/yearbook info.
Mark your calendars...Fall Sports pictures will on Wednesday of this week.
Yearbook and Senior ad forms have already been mailed and sent home. The deadline for discounted yearbook and/or senior pages is Sept. 17th.
If you have any questions about pictures or yearbooks, see Mrs. Westmoreland in room 302.
Star Groups and Announcements:
Every three weeks for progress reports:- Dates for this semester: Sept. 24, Oct. 16, Nov. 7,
Dec. 4, and Jan. 3 Newsletters (emailed to GAGGLE account) and
other handouts given out from Mrs. Murray Information on Invitations & Class Rings (packets
will be handed out Oct. 16th – orders are due on Oct.
25th during lunch) & Caps/Gowns (packets will be handed out Jan. 29th – orders are due on Feb. 6th during
lunch) MUST BE IN STARGROUP OR YOU WILL
MISS STUFF!!!
Additional Information
College Code = 342-460College Day for seniors College Night = September 20, 2012 6-8 pm
@ CVCC Tarlton ComplexNCAA Clearinghouse-
www.ncaaeligibilitycenter.org Voter Registration & Selective ServiceSenior information on board in Guidance
lobby Armed forces and college visits at lunch
Transcripts = free to students – MHS will mail the final transcript and
scholarship nominations only
College KnowledgeTypes of Colleges
2-year vs. 4-year Public vs. Private Single Sex vs. Coed Religious Affiliations Liberal Arts
Types of Colleges
Type Description Tuition Admission Requirements
Two year
Degrees offered: Associates
Provides: A way to ease into college / take general college classes for credit.Typically have agreements with four year colleges to transfer credits.
Typically around $1,500year
Nursing programs can cost under $5,000.00
Open-door admission policy
No SAT or ACT
Types of Colleges
Type Description Tuition Admission Requirements
Four year
Degrees offered: Bachelors and beyond
Provides: A well-rounded college experience that includes an academic area of study.
State: Typically under $19,000year
Private: Typically more than $28,000year
SAT or ACTGPAClass rankEssayExtracurricular
activitiesLetters of recommendatio
nTranscripts
About College Admission Tests
ACT (American College Test) Given at MHS in Dec. www.act.org March test is not on transcript – send scores if not
one of the four designated when taken Predominantly used by schools in middle-U.S.
states Consists of four tests: English, Math, Reading,
Science, and Writing Writing component is optional Top composite score is 36
SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) Given at LRU every time www.collegeboard.com Predominantly used by east and west coast schools Consists of three tests: Verbal, Math, Writing Each test is scored on a scale of 200-800
What information do college admission officers review?
•Grades / Overall grade point average (GPA)•Class rank•SAT/ACT Test Score•Strength of high school course selections•Courses in progress Junior and Senior year•Essay•Teacher / counselor recommendations•Personal accomplishments
Average Freshman ACT/SAT and GPA
College GPA Critical Reading
Math ACT
UNC – Greensboro 3.68 460-560 460-570 19-23
Lenoir-Rhyne 3.59 510 510 21-23
Appalachian 3.92 510-610 530-610 21-27
Western Carolina 3.61 470-560 480-570 19-24
East Carolina 3.65 460-550 490-570 20-24
UNC-Chapel Hill 4.5 590-700 610-710 27-31
UNC-Wilmington 3.78 540-620 550-620 22-26
NC State 4.28 530-620 560-660 23-28
How Are We Going to Pay for It?
Fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for
Federal Student Aid) After Jan. 2013 and
before the end of March 2013
Grants Free money and financial
need is the key factor
Loans Federal student loans
often with lower interest rates and postponement of
payment options (FAFSA results)
Private Loans
Scholarships Need-Based Academic Athletic Ethnic Employee’s child Religious Denomination
Work Study Programs Students work for money on or off-campus to pay for college expenses. Usually coordinated through the college.
**We strongly discourage paying any money towards information **We strongly discourage paying any money towards information about scholarships or chances for Scholarships.**about scholarships or chances for Scholarships.**
How do I get Financial Aid to Help?
First Step in the Process:
Fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
www.fafsa.ed.gov
What do you need to know for this:
Estimated Family Contribution-previous year tax return and other income information
Assets
Family Size
Number of students in college
Internet Resources Maiden High Counseling
-http://www.catawbaschools.net/schools/MaidenHigh/Counseling
Scholarships- www.Fastweb.com & www.GoCollege.com
College Applications- College Foundation of NC - www.cfnc.org (NC colleges only)- College Board www.collegeboard.com
At these websites, you can do a “college search” for information about a specific school, or you can use
a “matching assistant” to find colleges that match your preferences.
Entrance Tests- ACT – www.act.org- SAT – www.collegeboard.com
Next Steps
Take the SAT at least twice(once the junior year and once in Oct. of the senior year) OR ACT (only if not taken serious last March)
Apply to the college / community college of choice by Nov. 1st for early decision admissions (others complete at least one application by Thanksgiving)
Apply for scholarships: check the scholarship page & Mrs. Murray (every 3 weeks on day of Stargroup)
Notify Mrs. Murray of acceptances and scholarships awarded
Financial Aid – on senior newsletter / FAFSA (don’t fill out until Jan.) Questions??? Ask Mrs. Teague
Getting It DoneSenior Year Snapshot
Fall Work on & complete college
applications – COLLEGE APPLICATION DAY (Nov. 14)
Take 2nd round of SAT/ACT Winter
Complete FAFSA form Spring
Receive financial aid packages Make final decision about where to
go
Catawba Valley Community College will be hosting
FAFSA Day February 2013
*You take your W2s and tax forms with you. A person from CFNC will be there
to help you fill out the form and answer all your questions.
* You must register on the CVCC website (www.cvcc.edu)
If you want to attend – register after Oct. 15th
FAFSA Day
GRADUATION =
MAY 24, 2013@ 4:30 PM
CVCCTarlton Complex
Please contact the counseling department
with any questions or concerns. We will be glad to help in any way we
can.
Questions???