Class of 2014 Classroom Presentation presented by Oakland High School Guidance Department

Counseling Department Jana Dickey A-E Jessica Johnson F-L Missy Blissard M-R Teri Pigg S-Z Meredy Clifton-Graduation Coach Laura Davis-Secretary

Our Objective: All stakeholders will gain knowledge and skills to assist students in achieving career goals.

Plans After High School Career Planning We define COLLEGE to mean any kind of formal education after high school

Graduation Requirements Class Credits – English 4 Credits – Math 3 Credits – Science 3 Credits – Social Studies 2 Credits – Foreign Lang 1 Credit – Fine Art 1.5 Credit – Wellness/PE.5 Credit – Personal Finance 3 Credits – Focused Pathway 1 Credit – Electives 23 Total Credits Required

Diploma with Honors ACT Benchmarks English18 Math22 Reading21or 22 Science24 or 23

Diploma with Distinction 3.0 GPA & One of the following Governor’s School All State Musical Organizations National Merit Finalist or Semi Finalist ACT score of 31 or higher Score of 3 or higher on 2 or more AP exams IB Diploma 12 or more hours of postsecondary credit

Valedictorian Requirements 4.0 GPA 12 Honors or Above Courses Honors Diploma Distinction Diploma

For Every 100 Ninth-Graders Tennessee Students 71 – Graduate from High School 44 – Enter College 29 – Return to College for their 2 nd Year 19 – Earn a Bachelor’s Degree within 6 years Source: The National Center for Higher Education Management System

The more you learn…the more you earn

Combating Senioritis No vaccine No medical treatment

Combating Senioritis Remain excited, active, and focused Maintain a challenging course load Keep a calendar of activities/deadlines Maintain strong academic & personal habits What colleges expect Enjoy your senior year-RESPONSIBLY Be careful…..it can be contagious

Post Secondary Education is VITAL!! Skills and Knowledge More Career Opportunities Greater Income capabilities Commitment Continue to Grow and Develop Certification Opportunities

Plans After High School Community College – 2 year Four Year Colleges – Bachelor’s degree Specialty Colleges – Art, Business Technical Centers – short term training Military Work Force

Where To Go – Consider This. What’s important to you. Location / Environment Housing / Facilities College Size Majors Special Programs Admission Requirements Cost

Tennessee College and Career Planning Powered by Kuder Activation Code N XVK See your counselor

College Search Attend College Fairs Visit with College Reps Arrange Campus Visits Virtual Tour Excused absence

Application Checklist Watch for application deadline On-line application Application Fee Initial transcript ($2 Fee) Scholarship Deadline (IMPORTANT) ACT/SAT Recommendations

MTSU Guaranteed Admission: 3.0 GPA or 22 ACT 2.7 GPA and ACT 19 Admission by review  Scholarship Deadline – December 1  Honors College – 3.5 GPA/25 ACT  (Future Students)

University of Tennessee Knoxville Freshman Class of 2012 Mid Range Core GPA Mid Range Average ACT  Early Action/Competitive Scholarship &  Honors Program-November 1  Regular Decision-December 1  or

University of Tennessee Chattanooga Admission Requirement 2.85 GPA/18 ACT or 2.5 GPA/21 ACT  Scholarship Deadline – December 1   Degree in 3 – 3.0 GPA/21 ACT

Tennessee Technological University in Cookeville Admission Requirement: 2.0 GPA and 19 ACT 2.5 GPA and 17 ACT  Scholarship Deadline – December 15 

Tennessee College Transfer Guarantee

What is a transfer student? Any student that intends to transfer from a public TN community college to a 4 year TN college or university PATHWAYS by: major campus admission guarantee

Motlow State Community College Benefits of a Community College: Saves Money Improve GPA Basic Requirements Family Ties

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Benefits of a Technical School: Affordability Short Duration of Courses Employment Opportunities Practical Training

Mike Rowe Foundation Trade Schools Apprenticeships Skills

2013 College APP Week September 30-October 4 Opportunity to apply to college First-Generation students

Early Decision & Early Action Early Decision (Binding) – Binding is binding! Only one EA app should be submitted. If accepted must attend. Early Action – Are not binding

The Common Application One application for over 400 institutions Same is true for recommendations, mid year reports, and end of year report

CSS/Financial Profile A financial aid service of College Board Over 600 institutions use the profile Determine eligibility for non federal aid

ACT/SAT What is the difference? Both fulfill the same role in the admission process Both have college readiness benchmarks ACT is content based SAT test critical thinking/problem solving Your strength and weakness

ACT Tennessee uses the EPAS System EXPLORE – 8 th grade PLAN – 10 th grade ACT – 11 th grade ACT College Readiness Benchmark Scores English=18,Math=22,R=21or 22,Science=24 or 23 Predicts College Success

ACT Registration ACT Prep ACT Workshop (Sycamore Learning) October 14&15 at 3:30-6:00 – fee $79www.prepforthefuture.com – online free resourcewww.march2success.com October 26 and December 14

SAT PSAT – optional as a sophomore or junior National Merit Scholarship Competition(Jr) My College Quick Start – provides feedback and college search SAT Test and SAT Subject Tests PSAT College Readiness Scores Critical Reading=50,Math=50,Writing=49, Composite=152

Money for College In 2009, the average cost for one year at a public 4 year college was approximately $18,000. The average cost for a private 4 year college was over $35,000 Financial Aid Overview Grants – financial need Scholarships – awarded for academic achievement, talent, skill, and/or financial need Loans – money borrowed that must be repaid Work Study – money earned by working on campus

Guest Speaker Lana Craig on November 19 at 6:00 PM Student Outreach Service Ed South

Tennessee Student Assistant Corporation Tennessee Lottery Scholarship Program TSAC Programs College Goal Sunday

Tennessee Education Lottery Scholarship Program Hope - $4000(4yr) $2000(2yr) GPA 3.0 or ACT 21 General Assembly Merit (GAMS) - $1000 GPA 3.75 and ACT 29 Wilder-Naifeh - $2000 Tennessee College of Applied Technology

Completing the Necessary Forms Because most financial aid is need based FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Available after January 1, Priority deadline is February 15, 2014

Scholarship Searches Millions of scholarship dollars go unclaimed each year. Start early Takes a lot of time and effort Get organized Recommendation letter request Transcript Request Answer ALL questions

Other Scholarship Resources University website Local scholarships (Civic Organizations) Church Employer Internet Search **College Planning Guide/Power Point will be posted on our web page

65% of all students graduate in debt!

NCAA Eligibility Center Must register 16/14 core courses Test scores

NAIA Eligibility Center GPA 18 ACT Over 300 campuses Small-college campus life

Registering with the Selective Service It’s the LAW Before your 18 th birthday Males only Federal Financial Aid

Graduation Attire Strictly Enforced! Males:Dark dress pants/Collared dress shirt and tie/Black dress shoes NO JEANS or KHAKIS Females:Dark dress, skirt, or dress pants/Black dress shoes NO FLIP FLOPS Dress code check in Disruptive Behavior

Cap and Gown Invitation Orders November 11 during PAT Return on November 18 for orders during lunch

Job Shadow Day March 4, 2014 Chance to investigate a career Deeper understanding of the field Will help solidify postsecondary goals Senior Requirement Must take final exam

Financial Aid Workshop November 19 at 6:00 PM Lecture Room TSAC Representative

Class of 2014 Sunday, May 25, :30 PM at Williamson County AgExpo Park