1. Junior Juncture Workshop

2. Graduation Requirements
Foundation Plan
Endorsement
•Arts & Humanities
• Business & Industry
• Public Service
• STEM
• Multidisciplinary
*Need 26 credits to graduate.
*Must pass all EOC tests.

3. The Foundation Plan English 4.0
Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, SBOE Approved Course 4.0
Biology, IPC (Physics),Chemistry, SBOE Approved Crse. 4.0
World Geography, World History, US History, Economics
& Government
Health
PE or Waiver classes
Fine Arts
Foreign Language
Plus state electives to equal 26 credits 5.5
The DAP requires 3 years of foreign language and FOUR
advanced measures such as college dual credit and AP tests.

4. Earning College Credit in High School
Dual credit courses at Brookhaven
Dual credit courses at Creekview
AP testing

5. Testing for College Entrance Exams (SAT or ACT) More Tests
Fee waivers available for students who qualify
More Tests
♦Subject Tests (SAT II)
Only at very select colleges
♦ TSI (Texas Success Initiative Test)

6. Community Colleges Much Lower Cost Common Numbering Associate Degrees
Latest Technology
Distance Learning
Rising Star Scholarship

7. Selecting a College major reputation location price faculty size
campus
life
support
services

8. HOW TO APPLY TO COLLEGE Submit SAT or ACT Test scores
Submit application
Submit Transcript - Records Office
The Student may also need
Application Fee ?
Include a personal essay?
Include letters of recommendation ?
Allow 2 weeks for a recommendation letter to be written.

9. College Application Process
Take SAT/ACT now
Visit colleges
Narrow choices
Apply to 5 colleges this fall
Apply for Financial aid in October

10. www.applytexas.org for Texas state colleges

11. www.commonapp.org for private colleges

12. College Athletics Register with the NCAA Eligibility
Center to play for a Division I or II college

13. How to Find Financial Aid
F A F S A
FREE APPLICATON for FEDERAL STUDENT AID
Complete the FAFSA for financial aid
in October of the Senior year.
2. The government will decide on your
Expected Family Contribution (EFC).
3. No matter what college selected,
family contribution remains about the same.

14. Financial Aid For the Student
Federal Grants
Need-Based Scholarships
Student Loans
Work/Study (Jobs)
Texas Grants and Loans
Financial Help for the Parents
Payment Plans
P.L.U.S. loans (low interest)

15. How to Locate Scholarships
Fill out Scholarship Applications from the colleges of choice
Read “The Senior Chat” and pick up Scholarship Applications in the Go Center
Search for Scholarships on the Internet including the Creekview Counseling Website !

16. Beware of Funding Offers !
Check with the Better Business Bureau !
Guaranteed Scholarship Programs
Insurance/Annuities
Financial Aid Offers
Loans

17. Business, Trade, and Technical Schools
Highly Specialized Technical Schools
High Quality In-dept professional training
Close ties with Industry for Job Placement
Complete training in as few as 18 months
Financial Aid is available

18. Military Training Programs
Air Force, Navy, Army, Marine, Coast Guard,
Texas National Guard, Reserve, Merchant Marines
Combine military with education
Combine military with job training
Train for over 2,000 occupations
College tuition funding before or after military service
Montgomery G.I. Bill
ROTC Scholarships

19. More Information Resources
ASVAB Career Test (November)
Career and Technology Counselor
On campus college visits
“Senior Chat” on CHS website
College Night

20. Internet Resources Internet Research

21. The End Question and Answer Period
Don’t forget to use the Creekview website for college information - updated weekly!