1. Sophomore Orientation
West Seneca East Senior High School
Class of 2010

2. What are we talking about?
PLAN – visits in your science class
College/Career
Scheduling
Potter Road

3. PLAN Pre-ACT: Preparation for the ACT
Lets you know if you’re on track for college
Points out your academic strengths
Helps you find careers that match your interests
Connects you with more Colleges interested in you!!
DEADLINE TO REGISTER:
DECEMBER 5TH, 2007
Bring $10.00 (CASH ONLY!) and register in Student Services

4. College What to look for? Admissions Criteria Majors/Academics
Average SAT/ACT scores
Grade Point Average
Required Courses
Extracurricular involvement
Majors/Academics
Location
Size
Cost of Tuition

5. College Research How Do I Research?? School Counselors
Mrs. Kivari (A-Fq)
Mrs. Smilinich (Fr-L)
Mrs. House (M-Sb)
Ms. Murphy (Sc-Z)
Internet/Websites
Research Books
College Reps
College Fairs

6. Visiting Colleges To see if the college is a good fit.
Schedule campus tours and information sessions in advance
Visit while school is in session
Visit a variety of schools

7. What do Colleges Want?? GET INVOLVED!!! Test Scores Transcripts
PLAN – Fall 10th
PSAT – Fall 11th
SAT/ACT – Spring 11th
Transcripts
School Community Involvement – Build your resume
Letters of Recommendation
Challenge yourself!
GET INVOLVED!!!

8. Career Fairs Explore Occupations Career Fair: March 13, 2008
6:30pm – 8:30pm
Potter Road in West Seneca
Speak with professionals
Ask questions:
What do I major in?
High School courses that will help

9. Program Planning Progress this year Future Options
Review Four-Year Plan
Schedule Courses for next year
graduation requirements
electives
Update Student Activity Sheet
Curriculum Guide On-Line

10. Scheduling Sophomore Scheduling AP Recommendations
Mid December – Mid January
Minimum of 6.5 credits
Students will receive a pass in 1st block class
Teachers will make recommendations for Math and Science placement
AP Recommendations
AP Chem., AP US, Spanish IV Enr., French IV Enr.
Let your TEACHERS know if you are interested
Interested in Potter Road?
Let your COUNSELOR know ASAP!!

11. Potter Road Mr. Mandia – Counselor
Introduction to the programs available