Waukesha South High School

Fall 2014SENIOR MEETINGS

High School Graduation High School Graduation RequirementsRequirements

Youth Options Program

Senior Class Meetings

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TEST DATESFall 2014

ACT

October 25, 2014December 13,

2014February 7, 2015

All test dates are offered at all 3 high schools

SAT

October 11, 2014November 8,

2014December 6,

2014

* SAT testing is NOT offered in the district

ACT PREP COURSES

Students Ask about the ACT:

Do applications and ACT scores have to be sent at the same time?What if I have not taken the ACT yet?What if the retake score is lower than the first time?

Is the application deadline affected if the ACT has to be retaken?How long does it take to get ACT scores?Is there a cost to send ACT scores?Should I take the Writing test?

SENIOR Portfolios

• Use wiscareers.wisc.edu to update your personal portfolio which can include:

– Academic achievements– Extracurricular/volunteer activities – Work history– Career goals and college choices– Honors, awards and recognitions– Personal Interest Inventory– Personal website resources– *NEW* RESUME TOOL– “Register”; code is: shs-c526

College and University Admissions and Applications

University of Wisconsin Admission Requirements: (AP Classes A+)

4 units English3 units Social Studies3 units Mathematics (Algebra, Geometry &

algebra II)

3 units Science (Biology and Physical Sciences)

4 units Other academic options; fine arts; foreign language

17 units

*These are MINIMUM requirements

Foreign Languages

Requirements for Athletes

Parchment- e-transcriptsParchment- e-transcripts

UW Application Process Colleges prefer online

applications. Go to www.uwhelp.wisconsin.edu OR

https://apply.wisconsin.edu/Help/Instructions.aspx

Application fee can be paid online ($44.00)

Personal statement helps to personalize the application

Transcripts and any other inclusions can be sent by the Guidance office

You must have a transcript release form on file for printed copies

Records are maintained as to where transcripts are sent

ACT results have to be sent to colleges directly from ACT, not South

Students ask about Applications & Letters of

Recommendations:If I do not declare a major does it

impact my acceptance?

What is the importance of class rank and GPA vs. the rigor of the classes

taken?

Who do I ask for letters?

Are letters needed for scholarships?

Application Checklist

ONLINE APPLICATIONS ARE PREFERRED BY MOST SCHOOLS!

• Check that all work is done neatly and spelling is correct and all parts are filled out completely; correct school

• Add extra pages for personal statement or activities if needed.

• Many applications, personal statements etc. are also used for school scholarships

• Letters of recommendation (request 2-3 weeks)• Include application fee or pay online• Due dates for UW systems vary so check college

website• Please submit all materials to guidance at least one

week before admission deadlines!!

Midwest Student Exchange Program

• Website: www.mhec.org• Further information is available via the UW

helpline at www.uwhelp.wisc.edu • Colleges in Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota,

Nebraska, Missouri, N. Dakota & Wisconsin have reached a tuition agreement where tuition is not to exceed 150% of in state tuition

• Check website to see which colleges are participating!

• NOTE: This is not the same program as the standard Minnesota/Wisconsin tuition reciprocity agreement.

TECHNICAL COLLEGES WISCONSIN

THE PAPER TRAILIt is important to keep:A copy of all

applicationsContacts and

communications with the college or lending institution

Copy of the FAFSA form

Scholarship applications and essays

Letters of reference

Financial Aid NightFinancial Aid Night

• Wed., Dec. 3, 6:30 – 7:30p.m. Wed., Dec. 3, 6:30 – 7:30p.m. • North High School North High School • Guest speaker will outline:Guest speaker will outline:

– FAFSA form FAFSA form (www.fafsa.ed.gov)(www.fafsa.ed.gov)

– Scholarships, grants and Scholarships, grants and loansloans

– Working with college Working with college financial aid officefinancial aid office

– Answer parent questionsAnswer parent questions

*UW Waukesha College Goal Day, February 21, 2015, 2:00

p.m.Watch for info. in the Spotlight

SCHOLARSHIPS• Show Me The Money!

• College financial aid offices• FAFSA (fafsa.ed.gov)• Internet Websites• Employers• Community Agencies• South Guidance Department

Website for Scholarship

Do I Qualify for the $??

ACT score Via application process GPA and class rank School Activities Community Activities Volunteer Service Major Post Secondary Plans

Scholarship Application Scholarship Application ProcessProcess

Go to Go to waukeshasouth.comwaukeshasouth.com or the direct or the direct website for a particular scholarship.website for a particular scholarship.

Check bulletin board; Mrs. BlackburnCheck bulletin board; Mrs. BlackburnAsk teachers for letters of Ask teachers for letters of

recommendation if required. Guidance recommendation if required. Guidance will keep letters on file, but will only will keep letters on file, but will only send them upon your request.send them upon your request.

Provide a copy of transcript or ACT Provide a copy of transcript or ACT scores if needed.scores if needed.

YOU are responsible for mailing YOU are responsible for mailing all applications.all applications.Deadlines are FINALDeadlines are FINAL.

CAREER CENTER Located off of the Guidance OfficeMaterials Available for viewing

4 year college, tech. school, military, and private school guide books

Computers available for use for wiscareers access, college applications, career searching, military research, etc. during study halls, before or after school in the library (most applications are online)

College FairsCollege FairsWisconsin Education FairsWisconsin Education Fairs

When: Thursday, October 9, 2014When: Thursday, October 9, 2014

Where: New Berlin West H.S.Where: New Berlin West H.S.

Time: 6:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m.Time: 6:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m.

www.wefs.org or www.gotocollegefairs.com www.wefs.org or www.gotocollegefairs.com

Military

Students ask about Recruiters:

Where can I meet with a college or military

recruiter?Are college reps at South

all day?Do I need to make an

appointment to meet with a college rep?

Do I have to contact Guidance before going on

college visits?

Guidance Office Calendar

Internet Resources

FINALLY…GRADUATION!!

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBERIMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER::

* Wednesday, May 27, 7:00PM* Wednesday, May 27, 7:00PMSenior Honors NightSenior Honors Night

* Friday, June 5* Friday, June 5stst 9:00AM 9:00AM Graduation RehearsalGraduation Rehearsal* Final Exams June 8-12* Final Exams June 8-12* Saturday, June 13* Saturday, June 13thth 2:00PM 2:00PM

Graduation; Graduation; door open at 1:00 door open at 1:00