Senior Parent Post High School Planning Night Counseling

Senior Parent Post High School Planning Night Counseling Center Columbus North High School August 30, 2011

Counseling Center Staff – – – – Mrs. Sandy Freshour, Counselor, Grades 10 & 12 (A-K) Mrs. Julie Speer, Counselor, Grades 10 & 12( L-Z) Mrs. Lu. Ann Davis, Counselor, Grades 9 & 11 Mrs. Karmen Riley Counselor, Grades 9 & 11 Mrs. Rhonda Murray, Registrar Mrs. Robin Hilber, Secretarial Assistant Mrs. Jenny Weir, Assistant Mr. Rick Thomas, Counseling Director-Special Education Mrs. Teresa Weichman, C 4 counselor

STEP 1: Getting Ready to Graduate SENIOR MEETINGS – Will Check • Transcripts/Credits • Current Schedule • Diploma Requirements – Senior Data Sheet – Answer Questions – How to proceed – Give Information – Pg #1 in hand-outs

STEP 1: Getting Ready to Graduate GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Ø Diploma requirements-Check now to make sure all requirements are being met in some way Ø Pg #3 in handouts Ø Success on ECAs –Algebra I & English 10 (Graduation Qualifying Exams) Ø Jan Matchette-Testing Coordinator matchettej@bcsc. k 12. in. us Ø Senior Project Pride-Lisa Cooley Pg # 4 in handout Ø Project-based/community component Ø Paper written in 1 st semester English class information Ø Consult CNHS website for in-depth info

Step 1: Getting Ready to Graduate Ø Grades are posted on Parent Portal in real time Ø Report cards & progress reports are posted & will not be mailed unless requested by calling the Counseling Center Ø Help you senior stay aware of progress

Columbus North High School BULL DOG BYTES Published by the Counseling Center August 2011 Pg # 5 -6 in Handout • Counselors meeting with seniors • Graduation requirements • SAT – ACT test dates • Post Secondary Planning • Applying to College • Financial Aid Information • Other

Senior Planning Calendar IMPORTANT DATES FOR SENIOR YEAR Pg # 7 in handouts

STEP 2: Finding the Right College COLLEGE INFORMATION – NAVIANCE-access from the North website under Counseling Center (students given accounts at junior meeting) Pg # 8 – Mail from Colleges – Counseling Center Library – Internet sites: • • • www. collegeboard. com www. learnmoreindiana. org www. triptocollege. org www. collegelink. com www. collegeview. com Pg # 9 in handouts

STEP 2: Finding the Right College COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVE VISTING NORTH • Listings on NAVIANCE, in Show Me the Money (Pg #10 -11 in handouts) and on the Counseling Center bulletin board • Obtain a pass from Mrs. Hilber • List of questions for the representative • Parents are welcome to attend by calling the counseling center in advance 376 -4292

STEP 2: Finding the Right College COLLEGE VISTS – Visit Colleges on-line – Visit as many campuses as possible • Three days senior year • Make Appointment with the College Admission Office • Complete College Visit form from the Dean’s Office at least one week prior to the visit – Attend Regional College Fair at East • September 29, 2011, 11 am-12: 30 pm • East High School • Parents Welcome! – Pg # 12 -13 in handout

STEP 2: Finding the Right College FINDING THE RIGHT FIT – – – – (What Colleges Look For) Types of classes taken Grade point average Class rank Test scores Extra-curricular and personal activities Geographical and racial balance Music auditions, Art portfolio, Other COLLEGES DIFFER!!!!- CONTACT THE COLLEGE

STEP 3: Taking the Right Tests SAT & ACT – Registration- on line (or hard copy) – Take in Sept, Oct, Nov, Dec – Cost – Scoring – Testing Calendar: Pg # 14 handouts – ACT/SAT comparison: Pg # 15 handouts

STEP 3: Taking the Right Test ADDITIONAL EXAMS – AP Tests (colleges vary on how they use the AP test scores, contact specific college) – Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) – Other Required Exams-Check with your Post. Secondary Institution (College Placement, SAT Subject Tests, CLEP for college credit)

STEP 4: Applying to College COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS (pg # 16 -19 in handout) Ø Find Applications – College’s website • Many colleges prefer online applications • Create an account (write down user name & password) • Print the application checklist – Counseling Center • Most in-state schools • College Handbook (addresses for out of state colleges) • NAVIANCE

STEP 4: Applying to Colleges COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS Ø Apply Early – Rule of Thumb: Apply by November 1 st – Check each college deadline carefully! – Print out required forms & submit Ø Follow Directions – Each college has own unique process, most have a checklist – Do your homework! Requirements & application components vary. – Check to see if Student Essay or Recommendation Letters are required. Tips on Pg # 17 of handout

STEP 4: Applying to College COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS Ø Be responsible • • Know deadlines Keep in contact with your counselor Do legwork and necessary research Update your resume Ø Be organized • College folder, application folder, & chart to keep track • Add the college to your NAVIANCE account for “colleges I am applying to” • Mark deadlines on calendar • Ask for required recommendations in September & write essays well ahead the deadline

STEP 4: Applying to College Working with your Counselor – Most colleges require a counselor component – We advise you to be early • Counselor recommendations, teacher recommendations, transcripts, etc. should be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to deadline along with a Recommendation Information Sheet (Pg # 17 of handout), resume or list of activities • Counselors and support staff complete requests on first-come, firstserve basis • If you are not submitting your application electronically or the counselor component is being mailed, leave time for US Postal Service to deliver your materials • Allow extra time for the college’s internal mail service to process your application as well • Use the CNHS College Application Checklist on Pg # 19 of your handout when turning in materials to the counseling office • Be sure to follow up

STEP 4: Applying to College HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT Ø Required by most every college Ø Must be sent directly from school Ø Hardcopy or electronically Ø Transcript has: Ø Grades Ø Class Rank Ø Grade Point Average - GPA Ø Type of Classes Ø Test Scores ------------------------------------------------- • • Request in Counseling Office or online Allow three school days for transcript Three transcripts are free, after $1. 00 each Your packet has an example: Pg # 20 handouts

STEP 4: Applying to College E-TRANSCRIPT Ø Sign up available on NAVIANCE – Send a transcript to any college in the nation for – – free! Indiana colleges prefer use of e-transcript Can access 24 hours a day Semester Grades, GPA (on 12 & 4 point scale), Class Rank, Current Classes, Standardized Test Scores http: //www. bcsc. k 12. in. us/northhs/site/default. asp click on “Counseling Center” tab

STEP 5: Finding Funding for College TIPS – Students & Parents work together • Communicate deadlines • Understanding student role in securing $$ for college – Get the Numbers Right • Research the actual cost of attending each college on your list (see www. collegeboard. com) • Tuition, fees, room & board, Books & supplies, estimated personal expenses, transportation expenses

STEP 5: Finding Funding for College TIPS – Know your Resources • SHOW ME THE MONEY (Pg # 10 -11 of handout) • Internet (be aware of websites for profit) • Learn More Indiana (www. learnmoreindiana. org) – Apply for Scholarships • Start with the Financial Aid Office at the colleges you want to attend • Check college websites for scholarship apps • Subscribe to Show Me the Money

STEP 5: Finding Funding for College –COMPLETE THE FAFSA • Free Application for Federal Student Aid • Received by Federal Processor: March 10 th 2012

STEP 5: Finding Funding for College FINANCIAL AID MEETING WEDNESDAY JANUARY 12, 2012 7: 00 p. m. North Auditorium

STEP 5: Finding Funding For College SOURCES OF FINANCIAL AID – Aid Comes From: • • Federal Government State Aid College Private – Types of Aid: • • loans scholarships grants work study

Special Guest: Heritage Fund Miranda Cross 376 -7772

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EARLY COLLEGE OPTION ØEarn college credit while still in high school ØIvy Tech Community College or IUPUC, general education classes ØDual credit at a reduced cost ØExperience post-secondary work on a college campus while still in high school ØContact the Counseling Center for more information.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION NCAA & NAIA ELIGIBILITY Ø Division I and II college athletics Ø www. eligibilitycenter. org. Ø Fill out “Domestic Release Form” Ø Transcript Release Form Ø Sliding scale: Grade point average vs. SAT or ACT scores Ø 16 core classes- must be NCAA approved! Ø NAIA Ø www. playnaia. org ØCheck the website!

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Additional Post Secondary Options Ø Internships Ø Co-ops Ø Apprenticeships Ø Military: contact recruiters for info Ø Certificate Programs Ø Adult Education

PROGRAM EVALUATION Ø Tonight’s Program Ø Senior Bulldog Bytes Ø Show-Me-The-Money: sign-up form

Counseling Center Contact Information OFFICE: 376 -4292 Sandy Freshour, Counselor freshours@bcsc. k 12. in. us Julie Speer, Counselor speerj@bcsc. k 12. in. us Rick Thomas, Director of Counseling thomasr@bcsc. k 12. in. us Robin Hilber (for “Show Me the Money”) hilberr@bcsc. k 12. in. us

Good Luck 2012 Graduates and Parents!