Newport High School juniors Class of 2018 Counselors: Laura Klein (A - Cl) Heather Erickson (Co– Hs) Diane Lindsay (Hu-Li) Karen Lalonde (Lia – Pa) Karen Schulz (Pe - Te) John VanderMolen (Th-Z) * this Power Point will be available on the Counseling Website

Agenda for Tonight Overview of 11th Grade SAT/ACT College Considerations Parent Tips New Community Service Reporting Tool Support Services Questions?

Junior Year Goals Academically secure Purposeful Build a strong, resourceful academic self Purposeful Connect current interests with future goals Start realistic college planning and visiting Broaden perspective to include others and community Colleges want students who will make a positive difference for the campus community

What’s coming up? Fall Start Researching post-secondary options College Reps visit NHS - great opportunity! PSAT: Super Wednesday, October 19th Performing/Visual Arts Fair (Tuesday, October 25th @ 7:00 p.m.) NACAC College Fair (Seattle Conv. Center) Friday, October 21 (9 am. to 12:00 p.m.) & Saturday, Oct. 22 (12:00-4:00) Winter/Spring Sign up on-line for SAT/ACT BSD College Conference (early spring 2017) Take SAT/ACT at least once (Fee waivers available in the counseling center) Revised SAT (March is first date) Visit colleges Junior Parent Night (Tuesday, May 23, time TBD)

PSAT (Revised) Wednesday, October 19th @ 8:30 am, during the regular school day. Free! All students are registered  The PSAT allows you to: Assess your skills in critical reading, writing and language and math 2 hours 45 minutes, multiple choice, (No penalties for wrong answers) Get specific suggestions on how to improve your skills before taking the SAT or ACT. Compare your academic skills with juniors nationally Practice for the SAT (PSAT scores are not used for college admission) Predictor of score on SAT National Merit Scholarship qualifying exam Ask colleges to send you information (check the box)

SAT (revised) vs. ACT Required for Admission by most U.S. colleges Test is 3 hours and 50 minutes (with essay) Three sections: Math, Evidence based Reading and Writing, Essay (optional) All multiple-choice No penalty for wrong answers Math: Problem-solving, data analysis, geometry, Trig, Quadratic Equations Maximum 1600 Collegeboard.org Required for Admission by most U.S. colleges Test is about 3 hours and 25 minutes long w/ the optional 30 minute essay Four sections: English, Math, Reading, Science No penalty for wrong answers Math: Some Trigonometry Maximum 36 Act.org

SAT/ACT Test Prep Collegeboard.org (free test prep and partnership with Khan Academy) ACT.org SATprep.org (classes sponsored by NHS honor society and offered on-site at Newport) Best test prep is to work hard in classes and review PSAT results

SAT Subject Tests Subject Tests are 1 hour long (can take 3 max in one day) Subjects include History, Math, English, Science, World Languages May be required or recommended by selective private universities (always check college’s website) Best to take the exams when class is completed Note: Check with college - some will want specific subject tests like Math II, depending on intended major

Naviance

5 Steps for Choosing a College 1. Self Analysis – know yourself Naviance & My College Quick Start -College & Career planning based on PSAT results. 2. Start building the list…Look for colleges that are a good FIT for you. IDEAL-location, climate, size, campus setting, selectivity, majors, activities, religious affiliation, graduation rates, professor availability etc. 3. Gather Information 4. Narrow Down your List Eliminate the schools that are not a good academic fit Don’t focus too much on rankings/ratings List pros and cons of each school 5. Finalize your College List Visit if possible or visit schools with similar characteristics locally Determine deadlines and requirements Start applications (Sept/ Oct of 12th grade)

Parent tips for Junior year Attend BSD College Conference Visit colleges during mid winter and spring breaks if possible Start having conversations with your student and be open to their ideas and many options Don’t rule out possibilities due to cost - yet Financial Aid Calculator to estimate aid eligibility Check on merit scholarships WUE programs Check out Naviance

New Process for Community Service Reporting X2Vol – access via Naviance No more paper forms to turn in Student can log hours directly on Naviance A verification request will be sent to the non-profit School approves hours Students can print service log Students can find volunteer opportunities More information and help documents will be posted on our website this fall.

NHS Student Support Services Tutorial Period Peer Tutors (sign up with Mr. P. Brown) Academic Coaches in the classroom ASPEN and Brightspace Outside Counseling Services (YES, ACRS, etc.) Ms. Worden in the Career Center

Anonymous Reporting Website Email Phone Text

Resource: Counseling Center Website QUESTIONS? Resource: Counseling Center Website