Senior Parent Meeting August 14, 2014

Introduction Bethany Watts – Academic Advisor 11 years at NYOS Charter School

Academic Advisor Website You can find my website on the NYOS Website Check regularly for updates!

SAT Reasoning Test Cost: $52.50 Register at We do not administer the exam at NYOS. Student needs to choose a location to take the test. Test Prep Materials: teId=default&bannerId=satpracticehome teId=default&bannerId=satpracticehome

SAT Subject Tests Subject Tests are hour-long, content- based tests that allow you to showcase achievement in specific subject areas where you excel. Some colleges require or recommend that you take SAT Subject Tests. In addition, you can enhance your application, demonstrate knowledge you’ve gained outside the classroom, and potentially place out of introductory courses.

SAT Subject Tests You cannot take the SAT Subject Tests and the SAT on the same test date. Not all Subject Tests are available each testing date. You can take up to 3 Subject Tests on one testing day.

SAT Subject Tests Basic Fee - $26 + Language w/ Listening (per test) - $26 + All Other Subject Tests - $16

SAT Reasoning Test 2014/2015 Test Dates Test Regular Registration Deadline Late Registration Deadline October 11, 2014SAT & Subject TestsSeptember 12, 2014September 30, 2014 November 8, 2014SAT & Subject TestsOctober 9, 2014October 28, 2014 December 6, 2014SAT & Subject TestsNovember 6, 2014November 24, 2014 January 24, 2015SAT & Subject TestsDecember 29, 2014January 13, 2015 March 14, 2015SAT onlyFebruary 13, 2015March 3, 2015 May 2, 2015SAT & Subject TestsApril 6, 2015April 21, 2015 June 6, 2015SAT & Subject TestsMay 8, 2015May 27, 2015

SAT Scores Delivered 2014/2015 Test Dates Scores Available on the SAT Website October 11October 30 November 8November 25 December 6December 23 January 24February 12 March 14April 2 May 2May 21 June 6June 25

Seniors Should Register for the October SAT! The test is on October 11, Registration Deadline is September 12, Late Registration Deadline (+ $24) is September 30, Get scores online by October 30, 2014.

SAT Question of the Day Sign up for the SAT Question of the Day!!! -question-of-the-day

ACT Cost - $54.50 Late Fee - $24 Take the ACT Plus Writing! Register at We do not administer the exam at NYOS. Student needs to choose a location to take the test. Test Prep:

ACT Test DateRegistration Deadline Late Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) September 13, 2014August 8, 2014August 22, 2014 October 25, 2014September 19, 2014October 3, 2014 December 13, 2014November 7, 2014November 21, 2014 February 7, 2015**January 9, 2015January 16, 2015 April 18, 2015March 13, 2015March 27, 2015 June 13, 2015May 8, 2015May 22, 2015

SAT or ACT??? ACT questions tend to be more straightforward. The SAT has a stronger emphasis on vocabulary. The ACT has a Science section, while the SAT does not. The ACT tests more advanced math concepts. The ACT Writing Test is optional on test day, but required by many schools. The SAT is broken up into more sections. The ACT is more of a "big picture" exam. Information from

NYOS High School Code NYOS High School Code: You will need this number to register for both the SAT and the ACT.

SAT Saturday Academy Preparing For the SAT

Audience The SAT Saturday Academy is designed for seniors who will be taking the SAT in October or November of this year. SAT Test Dates: October 11, 2014 November 8, 2014 Due to the tight timeline for college admissions, NYOS will only be able to accommodate seniors for these sessions. NYOS may host another Academy in the future that will be open to sophomores and juniors.

Overview We hope to accomplish the following with the SAT Saturday Academy: Provide an overview of the SAT Reasoning Test and SAT Subject Tests Equip students with resources available to them to prepare for the SAT Use assessment data to help students create a personalized plan for studying Address the content topics covered on the SAT Expose students to the question types frequently seen on the SAT Give many opportunities for practice with material covered on the SAT

Academy Schedule The SAT Saturday Academy will be held in the NYOS cafeteria each Saturday from 9:00AM to 12:00PM. Session 1: September 6 Diagnostic Pre-Test Getting to Know the SAT: Purpose, Instructions, and Strategies/Resources Session 2: September 13—Math Focus Session 3: September 20—Reading Focus Session 4: September 27—Writing Focus and Benchmark Assessment Session 5: October 4—Utilize Results: Create Custom Study Plans Students would maximize the benefits of this program by attending all 5 sessions. Therefore, students signing up for the program are expected to attend each session.

Cost and Registration FREE! Registration information will be on my website on Monday, August 18, 2014.

Texas Common Application Over 60 Texas Universities All public Texas universities Participating private universities University of Texas System, A&M System, Texas State, Texas Tech, Midwestern State, Sul Ross, Baylor, Concordia, North Texas, St. Edwards, Schreiner, Austin College, etc.

Texas Common Application Website Includes: University Contact Information Details about Essays Fees Deadlines

The Common Application “The Common Application organization has a membership of more than 400 institutions which represents the full range of higher education institutions in the US: public and private, large and small, highly selective and modestly selective, and East Coast, West Coast, and every region in between. They have also welcomed their first two international members.”

Application Deadlines Application Deadlines for Public Texas Universities for the year 2015 – List compiled by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. This list will be posted on my website and in my office as soon as it is made available.

Financial Aid FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Fast Web – Scholarship Search – see my website for other scholarship options. Financial Aid Night in January.

College & Career Expo Presented by Skillpoint Alliance Thursday, October 23, 2014 Palmer Events Center 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Booths will offer a variety of information and resources for choosing a post-secondary and eventual career path

District College Fairs Many school districts offer college fairs early in the fall semester. District college fairs to be announce soon Check my website for updates

Timeline of Events Dec. 12Turn in baby/child photos to Ms. Watts Sept. – Dec.Take Senior Pictures OctoberSecure prom location MarchOrder graduation invitations AprilOrder caps & gowns May 22*Graduation!

Expenses Senior Pictures ? Invitations$20 - $50 Cap & Gown $30 - $40 Graduation Fee $50 (facility fee and diploma) - Due by 9/19 Turn in to Ms. Watts

Individual Meetings Student and Parents/Guardians About 30 minutes each Packet of information Sign-up for a date and time: Volunteer Spot

Thank You For Coming! This is going to be a busy year! Please feel free to contact me to set up a meeting