Senior Parent Information Night September 20, 2018 6:00 PM

Senior Check Process

Graduation Needs 22 Credits Debts/Fees Have a plan for after June 8 Counselors have reviewed transcripts and student will have needed courses in their schedule or planned for Credit Recovery Debts/Fees Have a plan for after June 8

Graduation Needs Individual Senior meetings began on 9-17-2018 Counselors and students work on the plan for the school year as well as develop/refine the student’s plan for after graduation

Graduation Needs Check your name! Investigate the spelling of your name on your schedule or PowerSchool – this is the spelling we have on file and will be on your diploma If something appears off or needs correction, get your paperwork in to Mr. Proctor right away!

Military Recruiters from each branch of the military are at North Forsyth at least quarterly ASVAB will be given on Oct. 11 at 9:15am Sign-up sheet is by Ms. McManus’ office Will be given again in April ASVAB scores help determine eligibility for branches and jobs availability

Career WorkKeys certification Mock interviews available 4 or more classes in a career concentration Awards Day recognition and looks great on resume when looking for a job Mock interviews available Training programs at Goodwill

Deadlines deadlines deadlines!! Senior year is full of stress….. Most of it’s good stress! Have a reliable calendar app on your phone (that you actually use and check) Coursework, senior dates, job interviews, SAT/ACT, ASVAB, scholarships, college application deadlines Let people around you know what you need – and don’t wait to do so!

How To: Apply to College

Research colleges and decide College Selection Research colleges and decide where you want to apply. Things to consider: The college’s location The college’s cost (tuition, fees, etc.) The majors that are offered Admission requirements (GPA, ACT/SAT scores, etc.) The athletic teams and extra-curricular activities available. NC Public Universities now require a minimum 2.5 GPA and SAT combined score of 880 (Reading and Math) or ACT score of 17

Where to find information: College websites www.cfnc.org www.collegeboard.com (Big Future) www.princetonreview.com Books and resources in Student Services Visit the college and tour the campus Speak with your counselor

Finalize your list of colleges After you have completed your research, make a final list of colleges to which you will apply. Your final list should include a variety of different colleges, including your preferred school(s) and at least one “safe” school.

Complete and Submit Applications Online Applications Most colleges prefer that you apply online. Apply to NC schools online by going to www.cfnc.org Most colleges also have an online application available on their website.

The Application Essay Many colleges require that you submit an essay with your application. Read the essay question on the application carefully to make sure that your essay completely answers the question. English teachers are willing to assist students with college application essays. Crosby Scholars offers essay writing assistance

High School Transcripts You will need to have an official copy of your high school transcript sent to each college to which you are applying. Complete a Transcript Request Card in Student Services each time you need to send a transcript only if the school is out of state The first two transcripts are free and each additional one is $2. If you apply online using the CFNC website, transcripts will be sent electronically.

The College Application Letters of Recommendation Some colleges will ask that you submit at least one letter of recommendation Letters of recommendation can be from a teacher, a counselor, or a work supervisor. Be sure to ask for a recommendation at least 2 weeks before the deadline!

The Application Fee Most colleges require that you pay a non-refundable application fee when you submit your application. This fee is usually between $25 and $75. The college’s website or application will tell you how to pay the fee. College Board Application Fee Waivers are available IF you use a fee waiver when you register for the SAT. Most institutions, but not all, will accept the application fee waiver.

www.cfnc.org One Place “To Plan, Apply, and Pay for College” Create account-user name and password Benefits to Students-Career Planning, Academic Planning, SAT/ACT Test Prep, College Applications, Scholarships and Financial Aid

College Application Week October 15-19 (Monday/Friday) October 18 is North Forsyth High School Day Opportunity for seniors to apply to college online using www.CFNC.org Local college admissions officers will volunteer to work with students Seniors will sign up to participate and must have a CFNC account

Helpful Websites College Board (SAT) www.collegeboard.com ACT www.act.org NC private colleges www.ncicu.org Community Colleges www.nccommunitycolleges.edu NC public colleges www.northcarolina.edu College Foundation of NC www.cfnc.org College View www.collegeview.com Fastweb www.fastweb.com FAFSA www.fafsa.ed.gov Financial Aid studentaid.gov Winston-Salem Foundation www.wsfoundation.org

SAT/ACT Testing

The College Application SAT/ACT Scores If you apply to a 4-year college you will need to submit your SAT or ACT scores. If you have not yet taken either of these tests register now to take one as soon as possible. On your SAT/ACT registration, be sure to specify which colleges you want to receive your scores.

SAT Dates and Deadlines 2018-2019 Test Dates November 3 December 1 March 9 May 4 June 1 Registration Deadline October 5 November 2 February 8 April 5 May 3

ACT Dates and Deadlines 2018-2019 Registration Deadline September 28 November 2 January 11 March 8 May 3 June 14 Test Dates October 27 December 8 February 9 April 13 June 8 July 13

SAT/ACT Fee Waivers Students who meet the family income guidelines from College Board (SAT) and/or ACT may receive fee waivers. Students are limited to 2 waivers during their Junior and Senior years. An income eligibility form verifying eligibility for free/reduced meals is required for receipt of a SAT and/or ACT fee waivers. Students receiving an SAT fee waiver also qualify to receive 4 College Application Fee Waivers and 4 additional score reports.

NCAA Eligibility Center Registration required for all student athletes who plan to participate in varsity sports at the collegiate level Register online at www.eligibilitycenter.org Registration fee is $80; Fee Waiver available if one was used for the SAT or ACT (See your counselor in Student Services)

Financial Aid and Scholarships Scholarship Night Oct. 18, 2018 at 6:00pm Education Building

TYPES OF AID Scholarships Grants Loans Work Study

Resources North Forsyth High Scholarship Newsletters College/University Financial Aid Office CFNC Winston-Salem Foundation (begin application January 1) Online Sources

FAFSA FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID Information is used first by institution to determine eligibility for aid Apply online at www.fafsa.ed.gov Apply beginning Oct. 1 What do you need? FSA ID for online application – GET NOW! One for student and one for parent. Tax information for year 2016 Parent Social Security Number & Student Social Security # Driver’s License Number if you have one Alien Registration number (if you are not a U.S. citizen)

Residency Determination Service Eligibility for in-state tuition & state grants Complete application at ncresidency.org or as part of a CFNC.org application Will receive a residency certification number (RCN) that you may need to reapply if you transfer to a different institution

Locations to be announced at a later date FAFSA DAY! Saturday, October 27, 2018 Locations to be announced at a later date

CSS PROFILE Another form required by some colleges and scholarship programs Used to determine eligibility status MUST be completed online at www.collegeboard.com Apply beginning October 1st In NC, applies only to Davidson, Duke, Elon, UNC Chapel Hill, and Wake Forest

North Forsyth High Scholarship Process Advertisement – Scholarship Newsletters Email service to students and parents Paper copies kept in Student Services Posted on school website Applications Paper or Online Paper applications can be picked up in Student Services For select competitive scholarships, see Ms. Mickey to apply. These are decided by the Scholarship Committee.

Scholarship Process Responsibility Transcripts KNOW the requirements for each scholarship Application form; letters of recommendation; essay; resume Complete by the application deadline Received date vs. Postmark date Sign the application, have parent sign if required It’s YOUR (the student’s!) responsibility to complete Transcripts Applications sent by North – Ms. Mickey will request Students request all others No cost for transcripts used for scholarships

Helpful CFNC Resources CFNC.org website-Paying for College tab and then Tools and then Net Calculator NC Financial Aid Estimator-explore state and federal options to help with college cost; estimate grants and scholarships awards; calculate federal loan eligibility; print report for future reference

Important Dates North Forsyth College Fair: Sept. 28 WS/FCS College Fair: Oct. 1 FAFSA/RDS Assistance: Oct. 17 College Application Day: Oct. 18 Senior Day: Nov. 9 Class Day: May 17 GRADUATION: JUNE 8

Questions? John Andrews (A-D) jhandrews@wsfcs.k12.nc.us Marissa Mickey (E-J) mdmickey@wsfcs.k12.nc.us Tierra McManus (K-P) tmcmanus@wsfcs.k12.nc.us Sonya Withers (Q-S) smwithers@wsfcs.k12.nc.us Keisha Horton (T-Z) kshorton@wsfcs.k12.nc.us Office Phone Number (336) 661-4890 Office Fax Number (336) 661-4914 *PowerPoint will be e-mailed to all senior students and parents.