1. SENIOR YEAR FALL PRESENTATION
For the
CLASS OF 2017

2. High School Graduation Requirements 220 Credits
English 9, 10, 11, 12
World History, U.S. History, Government/Economics
3 Science Courses (1 Life, 1 Physical, 1 additional)
3 Math Courses (including Algebra 1)
2 Years of Physical Education
1 Semester Health
1 Fine Arts, Language Other than English, or CTE Course
55 Credits of Electives (5 ½ classes)
40 Hours of Community Service (Due April 28th)

3. Community Service Hours
Must be turned into your
counselor by April 28th
Must be for a non-profit organization!
Mowing your neighbors lawn does NOT count
Working for your aunt without
getting paid does NOT count
Schools, libraries, churches
community organizations

4. Misc. College Information
Sign-up for college presentations on Family Connection
Western Oregon Univ 12:30
Vanguard Univ 8:30
Colorado Mesa 8:00

5. Playing Sports in College?
If you are planning on playing sports in college, meet with your counselor to discuss requirements.
Apply to the NCAA Eligibility
Center

6. I plan on attending a 4 year college/university next year!
University of California (UC)
California State University (Cal States)
Private Colleges
Out of State Colleges

7. A-G Requirements UC / CSU
A - History & Social Science – 2 years
B - English – 4 years
C - Math – 3 years (4 recommended)
D - Lab Science – 2 years (3 recommended)
E - Language other than English – 2 years (3 recommended)
F - Visual & Performing Arts – 1 year
G - College Prep Elective – 1 year

8. UC System
9 Campuses
Application available at ions/
Application opens Aug 1st
Filing period Nov 1st to Nov 30th
Personal Insight Questions
Request SAT/ACT scores be sent to one of the campuses and all will be able to access it

9. Cal State System 23 Campuses
Application available at
CSU Mentor is open now
Filing period Oct 1st to Nov 30th
Test scores must be sent directly to the CSU system (3594 for the SAT) send to one campus for the ACT (use the account manager for ACT)
IMPORTANT: CSU will take SAT scores from Oct and Nov dates, Dec test is too late.

10. Private Colleges and Out of State Schools
Each school will have their own requirements
Be sure to find out what the deadlines are and what is needed by each school that you wish to apply
Deadlines will vary as well
Many private schools have rolling admissions and will admit students as applications are received

11. 4 Year Universities/Colleges
Will require an official transcript
Will require SAT/ACT
Last SAT date December 3rd (Nov. 5th) – UCs only
Last ACT date Dec. 10th (Nov. 6th)
Scores must be sent directly to college
Some schools will take a later date
Will require application by a specified date

12. Scholarships and Letters of Recommendation
Current list available in the Success Center, Family Connection, AND our TCHS website
Deadlines vary
Requirements vary
Letters of Recommendation
Brag Sheet – Family Connection
The more information you provide, the better your letter can be.

13. Financial Aid
FAFSA
Parents and students must request a FSA ID number beginning in September
Filing period opens October 1st
Must complete the FAFSA by March 2nd to be considered for grants (the sooner the better)
Workshop at TC on October 25th 5:30-7:30pm
Most colleges have specific steps you must take as well

14. Get Your Cell Phones Out!
Text ‘College’ to 44044
Will help walk you through the FAFSA!
Follow the prompts and answer the questions.

15. Community College Must be 18 or have a diploma
May compete online application in
the spring
MSJC will be on campus from time to time
There are many different options throughout the state and country
Each CC offers a variety of Certificate, Associates Degree, or Transfer options
in a variety of subjects

16. Sign Up now in Family Connection
Military
ASVAB
Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery Test Date is Nov 9th and Feb 21st.
Sign Up now in Family Connection
Meet with a recruiter.

17. Trade Schools Examples:
Everest College – Electrician, Medical Office, Message Therapy, Home Health
UEI – Automotive Technician, Paramedic, Dental Assistant, Home Health
Institute of Technology – Heating/Air/Ventilation
Heald College – Construction Management, Medical Office
Le Cordon Bleu – Culinary
The Art Institute – Design, Fashion, Media & Culinary

18. Naviance: Family Connection
Username: Student ID #
Password: MMDDYYYY (8-digit bday)
Let’s Do It Together!!!!
Log on Naviance/ Family Connections
Go TCHS website- Click on Main Office/ Select Counseling/ Family Connection: Naviance
Use the information under the “COLLEGE” tab to:
Update Colleges you are interested in
Research college information
List colleges you are applying to.
 Request transcripts
Request letters of recommendation
Complete Brag Sheet

20. 1. Click on the “Colleges Tab” 2
1. Click on the “Colleges Tab” 2. Then click on the “Colleges I’m thinking about”

21. Start by adding colleges to this list

22. Adding the colleges
Click the “Add Colleges” button at the bottom of the page once you have created your list. This must be done or the college(s) won’t be added to the list.

23. Check the “Request Transcripts” box if you want to inform counseling to send transcripts to this college Check the “I have submitted my application” box if you have submitted your application Scroll below the “Waiver” once again to see the name of the list on the “Colleges I am Applying To” page to see the new colleges you have placed on this list.

24. Next click on “Add” to bring up the list of teachers
Step 1 Notify Teacher and give a completed Brag Sheet Step 2 click on the “Colleges” tab. Step 3 click on the “Colleges I’m Applying to” link Step 4 “Teacher Recommendations” subheading
Next click on “Add” to bring up the list of teachers

25. 1. After you clicked on ADD New Requests 2
1. After you clicked on ADD New Requests  2. Go to the next “(select teacher)” Write a personal note to teacher

27. We are here to help. Talk to us! Or
Schedule an appointment/fill out a pass to see your counselor

28. THANK YOU!