CLASS OF 2018 SENIOR CHECKLIST

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Check your transcript to make sure you have completed the following: 4 credits of English 3 credits of Math 3 credits of Science 3 credits of Social Studies 1.5 credits of Physical Education 1 credit of Fine Arts 1 credit of Technology 0.5 credits of Health 11 elective credits TOTAL of 28 credits to graduate

EARLY GRADUATION You must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better, and complete your 28 credit requirement by the end of Term 2 or 3 You must have Support Letters from: Parent, Student, Counselor  - Clearly stating your post- secondary career goals (see example on next slide) Submit all of your letters to  your school counselor at least one term prior to desired graduation term You must arrange to have a meeting with Mr. Hermann to discuss your request Mr. Hermann will then present the letters to the school board for approval When approved you will need to complete a withdrawal form in Student Services on your last day of class You will need to stay in contact with Patti regarding graduation practice Transfer students cannot graduate early, unless you reach 28 credits

EARLY GRADUATION CONTINUED The letter should look similar to this: Dear School Board: I, Susie A. Smith am requesting early graduation at the end of term 2. I have met all of the graduation requirements for Union Grove High School and meet the required GPA. I plan on working at Culvers until I start school at Gateway Technical school in the fall.  At Gateway I plan on studying nursing. Sincerely, Susie A. Smith

YOUTH OPTIONS SPRING YOUTH OPTIONS Application deadline – OCTOBER 1st for the Spring Term Applications can be picked up in Guidance or printed off of our website Meet with your counselor to go over the completed forms Changes to your Term 3 and 4 schedule will be made AFTER you have registered for your Youth Options course and give your counselor a copy of your scheduled classes

YOU ONLY GET ONE CHANCE TO MAKE A FIRST IMPRESSION! Have someone (parents, teacher, friend, counselor) proof read your applications Check for misspelled words, incomplete sentences and accuracy Use pen or the computer, neatness counts Make sure you are answering the essay question Remember you are asking for FREE money make sure you present yourself to the best of your ability!

WHAT TO DO AFTER HIGH SCHOOL Find full time employment Join the Armed Services Attend a technical or 2 year college (transfer options) Attend a college or university Check out these great websites: www.careercruising.com Login: UG-(Student ID #) Password: Date of Birth - MMDDYYYY www.wicareerpathways.org

FINDING A JOB Create a resume highlighting your skills Apply early Ask people to be a reference Network After turning in an application follow up with a phone call Write thank you letters for all interviews Check out this website for good information: http://worknet.wisconsin.gov/worknet/def ault.aspx

ARMED SERVICES Army - www.goarmy.com Marines - www.marines.com Navy - www.navy.com Air Force - www.airforce.com ASVAB will be October 10 at 7:30 am Please see Mrs. Kerznar in the library to sign up Recruiters frequently visit Student Services Listen to announcements or see announcement board by Student Services

TECHNICAL SCHOOL/2 YEAR COLLEGES Admission Requirements Application – online only Transcript Placement Test or ACT Deadlines will vary from school to school Check Transfer Agreements Visit campus

COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY Check out school websites for important information such as: Visit days and tour schedule Admission application deadline Financial Aid & Scholarship application deadlines Housing Application Deadlines Apply early, carefully checking deadlines Proofread your application

COLLEGE/UNIVERSITIES CONTINUED Each school has a different set of forms, some may require counselor forms or recommendation forms Know the admission requirements Order your transcripts and have them sent: through www.parchment.com Use www.actstudent.org to have your ACT scores sent Keep track of your login and passwords for the various applications

APPLICATION WEBSITES UW System - https://apply.wisconsin.edu WI Private Colleges - http://privatecollegezone.org/home.aspx Common Application - https://www.commonapp.org WI Technical School Application - http://witechcolleges.org

ACT TESTING ACT Prep Class available: www.wisconsintestprep.com Free ACT Prep available through Career Cruising Method Test Prep At UGHS: October 17 February 27 June 18 Additional dates are available at different locations!

FINANCIAL AID Every student should apply for financial aid by filling out the Free Application For Federal Student Aid https://fafsa.ed.gov/    This form is available October 1st Complete the College’s Financial Aid Application. In general, once you are admitted they will mail you an application or they will direct you to a link on their website. *REMEMBER FINANCIAL AID NIGHT MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

SCHOLARSHIPS – FREE $$$ Start your scholarship search NOW! www.fastweb.com www.scholarships.com www.wisemantech.com/guidance/finaid/htm Local Scholarships will be available Jan. 1st in Student Services and on our website Listen to the daily announcements for scholarships and check the written announcements

IMPORTANT EVENTS Business and College Expo at UGHS – Wednesday, September 13 from 4:30 to 7:30 pm Multiple local businesses and over 25 private, public, 2 year and 4 year colleges will be present WEF at Franklin High School – Thursday, October 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm Visit with over 90 college representatives. Pre registration is recommended: www.wefs.org/registration NACAC College Fair at the Fronteir Airlines Center – Sunday, October 15 from 3:00 to 6:00 pm Visit with over 240 college representatives. Pre register at https://www.gotomyncf.com/ Financial Aid Night at UGHS – Monday, September 25 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm Learn the ins and outs of the FASFA application

SENIOR SURVEY