1. **Office in Student Services
Class of 2018 Academic and Career Planning Senior Counselor Offices in A215
Mrs. Hill (A-K) –
Mrs. Reed (L-Z) –
Mr. Hill (College Advisor) –
**Office in Student Services

2. What are we going to do today??
Graduation Requirements and Senior Year info
Plan your SENIOR YEAR– get your calendars out!
Fall: College applications, SAT/ACT
Winter: Financial Aid, mid-year transcripts, scholarships, entering your last semester at CASHS
Spring: Decision day, final transcripts, GRADUATION

3. Graduation Requirements
Remember:
YOU are ultimately responsible for tracking and earning credits towards graduation.
Keystone proficiency requirements—complete your Compass Learning!
Your unofficial transcript is available on Sapphire!
4.0 credits of English (Proficiency on Literature Keystone)
4.0 credits of Math (Proficiency on Algebra Keystone)
3.5 credits of Social Studies
3.0 credits of Science (Proficiency on Biology Keystone)
1.5 credits of Fit/Wellness (ONLY 1 PIAA waiver)
6.5 credits of Electives
0.5 credits of ICT
= 23 total credits

4. What will you be doing after GRADUATION?
Employment
College
Military
Graduation Counts! *44% of high school drop-outs under age 24 are UNEMPLOYED * Finalize your resume and references! * Practice your interviewing skills
Graduation Counts!
*Explore different branches and options with the military at:
*ASVAB testing at CASHS
*Talk to recruiters
Graduation Counts!
*Understand admission factors
*ACT, SAT® and SAT Subject Tests™
*Explore college options
*Develop a financial plan

5. Career/Technology Programs
Emphasize preparation for specific careers
Complete a certificate program or associates degree
Typically completed in 2 years or less
Include schools like:
Franklin County Career and Tech (Adult programs)
Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics - School for Aviation Maintenance & Electronics (Hagerstown, MD)
Pennsylvania College of Technology (Williamsport, PA)
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology (Lancaster, PA)
The TEMPLE Paul Mitchell School (Cosmetology, Frederick MD)
Apprenticeship programs (Construction, Plumbing, Machinist, Ironworking). First Energy Power Systems

6. Community College Open Admissions policy, SATs are not required.
Associate degree (2 year) and certification options
Can be a transition step to a 4 year College (2 + 2 program) to complete a Bachelors Degree.
Cost Savings
Transcript Building
Local examples include:
Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC)
Hagerstown Community College (HCC)

7. Colleges and Universities
Requirements for SATs or ACTs
Admissions requirements vary
Visit individual admissions webpages or
Offer bachelors degrees that often require 4 years
Local options include:
Wilson College (small, private, liberal arts college)
Shippensburg University (medium public, PSSHE system)
Penn State University, Mont Alto campus (large university system with multiple campuses) – priority deadline is November 30th!

8. Important Dates:
College Night: Wednesday October 18th (6pm-8pm) CASHS Aux. Gym
College Representative visits at CASHS—sign up in student services or A215
SAT dates (
October 7th
November 4th
December 2nd

9. College Timeline Fall 2017:
Narrow list of colleges and create master list
Apply to several schools (3-5) by THANKSGIVING
Visit the schools that you are interested in. Call the admissions office! Arrange a personal tour/visit or go to an open house. Ask for an application FEE WAIVER!
Create master calendar that includes college application due dates, college fairs, college visits, financial aid deadlines
SHIP & PSU Live Application Day—Sign Up Today!

10. College Applications BE AWARE of DEADLINES!!!
Understand the difference between Early Decision, Early Action, and Regular admission
Early Action: Non-binding admission; typically apply by early November
Early Decision: You are ONLY applying to one school and are committed upon acceptance; typically apply by early November
Regular Decision: May have rolling admission or waves of admission---know your deadlines and apply early!
Talk to the college admissions counselors to ask about their institution’s policies and deadlines!

11. College Application: Transcripts
Paper (snail mail) Transcript Request
You must fill out the RED CASHS Transcript Release Form for EACH school.
Attach all additional materials and put in the basket in the student services office waiting area (Mrs. Miller) or in A215
Addressed envelope and stamps
Secondary School Report (if applicable) print out from your college
Letters of recommendation (if applicable)
If you are requesting a counselor letter of recommendation you will also need to complete a Self-Evaluation Form

12. College Application: Transcripts
Electronic ( ) Transcript Request
Provide your counselor’s address/contact information when applying online
Confirm with your counselor that she has received your college’s request after you have submitted your application
Letters of recommendation, Written evaluation (Common App), and/or Secondary School Report (SENDedu) require you to complete a Self-Evaluation Form so that we have LOTS to say about you! Give at LEAST 2-3 Weeks notice!

13. Financial Aid APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS!!!
Financial Aid Night at CASHS—September 28th, (PA Higher Education Assistance Agency)
Local FAFSA completion events: CASHS November 6 (RSVP to Mr. Hill) and Wilson College October 9 (by appointment):
(Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
Begin filling it out after October 1, 2017
Send your FAFSA information to all schools you are considering
Ask to speak to a financial aid officer at the schools of your choice about institutional grants and scholarships
APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS!!!

14. NCAA Eligibility www.NCAA.org www.eligibilitycenter.org
Be aware of academic and GPA requirements.
You must register NOW with the NCAA Clearinghouse.
See your counselor to have your transcript uploaded to the eligibility center

15. Spring 2018…almost there!
May 1st – Decision Day! Inform your colleges of your acceptance or rejection of their offer of admission
CASHS Decision Day– submit your requests for FINAL transcripts to be sent to your college/university of choice
May 2018 – GRADUATION!!!
YOU MADE IT!