1. Senior Year Overview Class of 2018

2. Graduation Requirements College Readiness Standards (TSI)
AGENDA FOR TODAY:
Graduation Requirements
College Readiness Standards (TSI)
Senior Timeline
SAT/ACT Information
Transcripts
Questions

3. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS:
Pass all 5 STAAR EOCs (English I, English II, Algebra, Biology, & U.S. History)
Complete FHSP coursework
Complete coursework for chosen Endorsement
Information regarding Endorsements can be found on TEA’s website or SHS Counselor website

4. COLLEGE READINESS STANDARDS OR (TSI):
3 Areas: READING, WRITING, & MATH
The TSI test is used to measure college readiness
Students can EXEMPT the TSI test using the following methods (these are the most common):
SAT/ACT
English III/ Algebra II STAAR
Making a “C” or better in a college course

5. COLLEGE READINESS STANDARDS OR (TSI):
Refer to the institution that you are applying to for further information!
I will keep folders for each student containing information regarding TSI and/or exemptions. Students are encouraged to make a copy of the folder before going to college advising.

6. SENIOR TIMELINE:
The timeline is subject to change as needed, but gives some idea of when things occur.
It will be posted online as well.

7. ACT/SAT INFORMATION:
The ACT is given at SHS in October and June. If your child receives free/reduced lunches they can request a fee waiver from the counselor.
All ACT/SAT scores have to be sent to colleges directly from the ACT and CollegeBoard websites via student request.
ACT/ SAT scores are not required for most junior colleges or technical schools, but can be used to exempt from TSI.

8. TRANSCRIPT INFORMATION:
Transcript Request Forms can be found online and in the main office. Forms should be turned in to our Registrar, Beatrice Flippo.
Transcripts for students under the age of 18 will require a parent signature.
Please allow up to 5 business days for requests to be processed.
Transcripts can be sent directly to colleges/universities if an address is provided on the form.
Requests for FINAL TRANSCRIPTS will be taken during the senior meeting in May.

9. OTHER POINTS TO MENTION:
“College” means any type of training received after graduating high school. This can mean anything from a certificate program, technical school, junior college, university, etc. There is a wide variety of programs available., many of which accept financial aid.
If you are interested in joining the military and need help contacting a recruiter, please let me know and I’ll be happy to help. Historically, the army and navy visit our campus of a regular basis during lunchtime.

10. OTHER POINTS TO MENTION:
Apply Texas opens up July 1st. Many of the major universities have a deadline of December 1st for applications. Do not wait until the last minute!! College admissions are first come, first serve!
Colleges depend on essays to get to know the character of a student. Don’t waste time and effort by writing about things that they will know based off of other portions of the application (grades, awards, etc.). And “Optional” essays are not really optional! Choosing to not complete these essays can reflect poorly.

11. OTHER POINTS TO MENTION:
There is a shot required upon enrolling in college. If you meet the requirements, out nurse can give you the shot free of charge. Otherwise you’ll need to make arrangements to have that before you’ll be allowed to register for classes.

12. QUESTIONS?