Your Senior Year

Planning for Success Beyond Truman High School

Graduation Requirements

* Additional grades and ACT score required (see Program of Studies for additional information) **Must be Algebra 1 and Higher

Department Class of 2010 and College Preparatory

Certificate *UM System

Requirements

Language Arts 4 4 4

Social Studies 3 3 3

Math 3 3 4* *

Science 3 3 3

Fine Arts 1 1 1

Practical Arts 1 1

P.E. 1 1

Health .5

Career Connections .5

Personal Finance .5

Foreign Language 2

Specified Core Electives

3

Electives 8.5 6

Total 25 25

NCAA Clearinghouse Requirements

Division I• 16 Core Course Rule 2008 and

after• 16 Core Courses: • 4 years of English• 3 years of Mathematics (Algebra

1 and Higher)• 2 years of Natural / Physical

Science (1 year of lab if offered by high school)

• 1 year of additional English, Mathematics or Natural / Physical Science

• 2 years of Social Science• 4 years of additional courses

from any area above, foreign language or nondoctrinal religion / philosophy

Division II• 14 Core Courses:• 3 years of English• 2 years of Mathematics (Algebra

1 and Higher)• 2 years of Natural Science /

Physical Science (1 year of lab if offered by high school)

• 2 years of additional English, Mathematics or Natural / Physical Science

• 2 years of Social Science• 3 years of additional courses

from any area above, foreign language or nondoctrinal religion / philosophy

NCAA Clearinghouse RequirementsNCAA DIVISION I SLIDING SCALE

CORE GRADE-POINT AVERAGE/ TEST-SCORE INDEX

New Core GPA Test Score Index

3.550 & above 400 37

3.525 410 38

3.500 420 393.475 430 40

3.450 440 41

3.425 450 41

2.500 820 68

2.475 830 69

2.450 840-850 70

2.425 860 70 2.400 860 71

• Division II has no sliding scale. The minimum core grade-point average is 2.000. The minimum SAT score is 820 (verbal and math sections only) and the minimum ACT sum score is 68.

• SAT and ACT scores must be reported directly to the Eligibility Center from the testing agency. Scores on transcripts will not be used.

• Students enrolling at an NCAA Division I or II institution for the first time need to also complete the amateurism questionnaire through the Eligibility Center Web site. Students need to request final amateurism certification prior to enrollment.

• For further information regarding the rules, please go to http://www.ncaa.org. Click on “Academics and Athletes” then “Eligibility and Recruiting.” Or visit the Eligibility Center Web site at http://www.ncaaclearinghouse.net

NAIA Eligibility

In order to participate in NAIA Activities you must graduate from high school and meet two of the three following requirements:

• Minimum ACT 18 or SAT 860• Minimum cumulative GPA 2.0• Graduate in the top half of your class

For more information and to apply visit:http://www.playnaia.org/

Campus Visits

Scheduling a campus visit

1. Call the Admissions Office at your university of choice.

2. Obtain a Pre-excused form from the Attendance Window at THS. Seniors have 2 excused campus visit days that do not count against attendance.

Questions to ask on a campus visit

• Academic• Cost• Extra-Curricular• Services• Housing• Parking

Please visit the THS counseling website for a detailed handout.

Applying for college…Where do I start??

1. First thing – check deadlines! (These start early!! Visit if at all possible)

2. Fill out an application – most schools prefer an online application be submitted.

3. Sign up in the Counseling Center to have your transcript sent (you must have a green transcript sheet turned in first)

4. Check university websites for scholarship applications and deadlines

5. Check with university housing for deadlines

Letters of Recommendation

Who should you ask for a letter of recommendation?

Teachers

Coaches/Sponsors

Employers

Youth Group Leader

Principals

Counselors

Please visit the THS counseling website for an Activities and Interests handout.

Financial AidFAFSA = Free Application for Federal Student Aid

• http://www.fafsa.ed.gov

• Apply for PIN online through FAFSA website

• Submit FAFSA application early, but not before January 1, 2011 (check individual school for financial aid deadlines)

• All Colleges and Universities require FAFSA application for financial aid consideration

• Submitting a FAFSA is also a requirement for A+ Eligibility

Caution: First Word in FAFSA is

FREE!!!!

A + Requirements

• Attend a designated A+ School for at least the 3 years prior to graduation

• 2.5 Cummulative Unweighted GPA• Overall attendance rate of 95% during high school• Perform 50 hours of district-supervised unpaid

tutoring or mentoring• Maintain good citizenship• Complete the FAFSA form if using A+ toward

approved community college or vocational school

Scholarships• Local, state, national and university scholarships

are posted on a weekly basis in the counseling center and on the school website.

• Foundation Scholarships will be available beginning December 7, 2010.

Important InformationCollege

RepresentativesMost representatives will visit

on Thursdays during Focus. Some schools will also host tables at lunch.

Please listen to the morning announcements for specific schools and dates.

Military Visits

Military branches host informational tables during the lunch hour. Please see the counseling center website for a detailed calendar.

Things to do ASAP…See Mrs. Gwinn in the Counseling Center in order to:

1. Obtain a Transcript Release Form 2. Verify your name for your high school diploma

Upcoming EventsDistrict College FairWhen: Thursday, September 16th from 6:30 – 8:00

p.m.Where: William Chrisman GymnasiumWho: Students and ParentsWhy: 50+ college representatives and military

branches

Extreme Test Day When: Wednesday, October 13th Senior Options: College visit or study hall at schoolHow: you will sign up during Focus on September 23rd.

Admissions TestsACT

• Bright Flight has a base score of 31• Register online at http://www.actstudent.org • Free/Reduced Lunch – eligible for 2 fee waivers (see

your counselor)• THS ACT Code – 261512

2009-2010Test Dates Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required)

October 23, 2010 September 17, 2010 September 18 – October 1, 2010

December 11, 2010 November 5, 2010 November 6 – 19, 2010

February 12, 2011 January 7, 2011 January 8 – 21, 2011

April 9, 2011 March 4, 2011 March 5 – 18, 2011

June 11, 2011 May 6, 2011 May 7 – 20, 2011

Other Helpful Websites

http://www.collegeboard.com – Find information on AP Tests, SAT test and registration, and

College MatchMaker (please note that THS is not a SAT Testing Site)

http://www.indep.k12.mo.us - Locate the THS Website for college representative visits,

military visits, scholarship information, and other important announcements

http://www.bls.gov/oco/ - Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook

Contact InformationCounselors Faye Alvested – Gamma HouseAlicia Bailey – Phi HouseNathan Jacobson – Omega HouseGabrielle Voyles – Theta House

Registrar A+ ProgramWendy Gwinn Melina Dendish -

secretaryBill Brooks –

coordinator Office Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00 – 3:30Phone: 816-521-5350