1. Welcome class of 2019!!!

2. School Counselors Christy Walker A - Cle Lisa Whitmire Cli - Gob
Denise Bergin Goc - Kee
Arlene Barlow Kef - Nic
Hollianne Heller Nif – Sh
Falon Sullivan Si - Z
Graduation Coach Nate Stewart

3. Upcoming College Fairs & Visits
Wilson County College Fair
September Cumberland University
8:00am - 11:00am
Students must sign up online through the Google Classroom
Colleges Coming to Campus:
September 7 – Vanderbilt University
September 12 – Miami University of Ohio
September 18 – MTSU & DePaul University
September 19 – Cumberland University
September 26 – Lipscomb University
More colleges are added daily!
Join Google Classroom Code gs9sk9 to sign up!
Parents cannot join, the student has to join.

4. ACT Test Info
Test given Sept, Oct, Dec, Feb, April, and June and July (new)
October 2nd –Free Senior ACT
Pick up practice book in guidance
Prep course information available in guidance
See your Counselor for more information on ACT test prep, seminars, etc.

5. ACT Test info Upcoming Test Dates
October 27th, 2018
Sign Up By: September 28th, 2018
December 8th, 2018
Sign Up By: November 2nd, 2018
February 9th, 2019
Sign Up By: January 11th, 2019
April 13th, 2019
Sign Up By: March 8th, 2019
Visit www. ACT.org for more information

6. Scholarships Check school website
Select MJHS
Counseling  Scholarships
Check students’ and parents’ places of employment.
Information in packet handed out at Parent Meeting
Sign up for Remind
Meet with your counselor

7. Hope/Lottery Scholarship
Requirements:
Final 3.0 GPA or score of 21 on ACT
Fill out FAFSA form October 1
Get PIN Number now (fafsa.gov)
FAFSA Workshop for Parents of Seniors
October 4th 12-7pm at MJHS
Sign up will be available online

8. TN Promise
Last dollar TN Grant that offers 2 years free at Community College or Trade Schools
No GPA, ACT or income requirements
Must complete 8 hours of community service every semester
TN Promise Hours Due: July 1st, 2019
Attend mandatory TN Promise meeting (Spring 2019)
Complete the FAFSA & apply for college or trade school by February 1st
Counselors will work with all Seniors to help enroll you in the program

9. TN Scholars Requirements GPA 2.0 or above
4 math classes (Does not include Bridge – yes for SAILS Plus)
95% attendance
No out of school suspensions
80 hours of community service (Can be earned Freshman – Senior years)
Any combination of 2 CTE, Dual Enrollment, AP, or Fine Arts credits
This is a distinction, not a scholarship.

10. FAFSA FRENZY October 4th from 12-7pm (MJHS)
A sign up link will be available to schedule an appointment
Bring your 2017 tax returns and financial records with you
FAQ: What is Selective Service
Essentially, it’s the draft
All males 18+ MUST register for it when completing the FAFSA to be considered for federal financial aid
Failure to register makes you ineligible for student loans and grants, including PELL grants, work study, and state financial aid

11. Sending Transcripts to Colleges
Sign clipboard on Mrs. Pyle’s desk in Guidance
Allow for 2-day turn around
Can take up to 3 weeks for colleges to post your information
Please complete sooner rather than later, as waiting could hinder admissions process into schools
During the Spring semester, Seniors will select one school to send a final transcript to in Guidance – this will include final grades and graduation information, etc.

12. Recommendation Letters
Counselors must have your updated resume or brag sheet with:
Clubs, activities, sports, leadership roles
Please be as descriptive as possible! The more information shared about the activities/experiences, the better. Give at least two weeks for the letter to be completed.
Since we have changed alpha this year, you can go to your previous counselor or current counselor for a recommendation letter

13. Graduating with Distinction
Must have a 3.0 Grade Point Average plus:
Earn a Nat’l Industry Certification (CNT)
-OR-
Participate in at least 1 Governor’s School
Accepted into an All-State Musical Organization
National Merit Finalist or Semi-Finalist
ACT composite score of 31 or higher
Score of 3 or better on 2 or more AP tests
Earn min. 12 hours of college credit on your transcript

14. Graduating with Honors
Must meet college readiness benchmarks on ACT:
English 18
Math 22
Reading 22
Science 23
FAQ
Can students graduate with BOTH Honors and Distinction?
Yes! Students must meet all requirements for both.

15. Senior Exit Interviews
3 parts – Resume, Letter of Application/Cover Letter, Interview
PowerPoint on google classroom for writing resume and cover letter
Create the resume and letter of application in RTI
When you have English class, deadlines will be given for updates/corrections
Students with DE English will meet in library during RTI for help
Interview dates for students in English in the Fall are Nov
Interview dates for students in English in the Spring are April 8-12
Check with your assigned RTI teacher for more details

16. Graduation!
Scheduled for Tuesday, May 21st at MTSU Murphy Center
Please continue to check on Skyward and/or with your counselor regarding questions about current GPA, colleges, scholarships, etc.

17. Senior Google Classroom
Join class – i145u3
Please ensure that your Senior has signed up for this classroom
Other items to be uploaded in Google Classroom:
Diploma Form
Scholarship Form
Senior Exit Interview Information
TN Scholars Form

18. Senior class fundraiser

19. Senior Class fundraiser
Link will be available for online ordering tomorrow
T-Shirts, Long Sleeved T-Shirts, and Hoodies
Look for follow up with more details
Proceeds fund Senior class activities, such as float building, field day, etc.

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