1. Woodland High School Senior Information Night
November 17, 2016
6PM

2. Overview Graduation Requirements General Information
NCAA Eligibility/NAIA
General College Entrance Requirements for South Carolina Public Schools
Scholarship Information
Important Dates
WHS Senior Dates and Deadlines

3. Meet Your Guidance Department
Ms. Latoshia Middleton- Guidance Director/9th Grade Counselor
Mrs. Melinda Mihlbauer- Last Names A-K 10th-12th Grade
Ms. Kirsten Nash- Last Names L-Z 10th-12th Grade

4. Graduation Requirements for State High School Diploma
The student must earn a total of 24 prescribed units of credit. The unit requirements are distributed as follows:
English/Language Arts 4.0
Mathematics 4.0
Science 3.0
U.S. History and Constitution 1.0
Economics 0.5
U.S. Government 0.5
Other Social Studies Course(s) 1.0
Physical Education or Junior ROTC 1.0
Computer Science (including Keyboarding) 1.0
Foreign Language or Career and Technology Education 1.0
Electives 7.0
TOTAL 24.0 

5. Selective Service
Men required to register 30 days prior to or after their 18th birthday.
Registration forms located at US Post Offices or online.
Is required in order to be eligible for financial aid that is provided for/subsidized by Federal Government.

6. What the NCAA Eligibility Center Needs from Every Athlete
Website:
Athletes: If planning to compete at Division I or II institution, you MUST register with the NCAA Eligibility Center.
Good grades (in the right classes) and good test scores
Amateurism status
Following the rules
Register

7. National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)
Website:
The NAIA Eligibility Center determines the academic and athletic eligibility of all prospective student-athletes
It delivers on our larger promise of integrity by ensuring not only inbound eligibility, but a level of fairness among competitors
Student-athletes who register have a unique opportunity to connect personally with NAIA coaches before choosing their college

8. APPLYING TO POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS
Don’t wait until the last minute….

9. College Entrance Exams
ACT or SAT: Check with the 4 year colleges in which you are interested to see which test they prefer. ACT accepted almost everywhere.
Registration date information available in Counseling Office. Student is responsible for registration.
COMPASS/Accuplacer: Technical Colleges utilize this test for admissions and placement.

10. Requirements for Applicants to SC 2-Yr Institutions
2-Year Technical College Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required for most degree or certification programs.
- High school diploma or approved home school program to be eligible LIFE lottery scholarship.
- High school diploma or equivalent required for Federal or State financial aid.
- required COMPASS placement test in reading, writing & math or submit SAT Verbal 480 / Math 440 scores or ACT 19 score (remedial, non-credit classes required if test scores not met).
* COMPASS test is free, SAT / ACT has fees. Some degree, certificate & license programs have minimum score requirements.

11. Requirements for Applicants to SC 4-Yr Public Institutions
Minimum 4-Year S.C. College Requirements - 4 units of English / Language Arts - 4 units Mathematics to include Algebra 1 (or Algebra 1 Parts 1 & 2), Geometry CP, Algebra 2 CP plus one higher math - 3 units of Laboratory Science - 2 units of the same Foreign Language - 3 units of Social Science - 1 unit of Fine Arts - 1 elective where Computer Science is strongly recommended. - Competitive SAT or ACT score. Or students may transfer from a 2-year technical college after 1 or 2 years with a 2.5 – 2.8 GPA in college transfer courses. * In all cases check with the college for admission requirements in specific programs.

12. College Applications
Start applying this fall/winter to the schools in which you are interested.
Paper or online apps: some are free, some require application fee.
Create a resume as you will need this for applications, letters of recommendation, etc.

13. Letters of Recommendation
Check to see if the school or scholarship requires letters of recommendation.
Ask adults who know you well (not relatives) to write a general letter of recommendation.
Provide those people with your resume so that they can fully comment on your qualifications.
GIVE PLENTY OF NOTICE!
Write a thank you note!

14. Financial Aid Basics
● FAFSA- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (
● Definition: assistance including grants, scholarships, work-study and loans given to
eligible students to cover the cost for educational expenses at post-secondary schools
● Dates to remember:
• October 2016 (can initially use 2015 taxes if similar to 2016 income)
• March 1 typical priority deadline
• June 30 annual application deadline
• File taxes
● Financial Aid Night: Spring 2017
● Net Price Calculator on each college’s & university’s website

15. Military

16. Entrance into the Military Service
Learn about entrance requirements
ASVAB score
Age
Physical Requirements
Citizenship
Explore Branches and Types of Service
The Military is comprised of 12 branches: five Active Duty and seven part-time duty. Active-duty service members are full-time members of the Military. They are employed either domestically or overseas.
Part-time service options fall under two types: Reserve and National Guard. These service members have civilian careers and train one weekend out of each month at a unit located nearby. Part-time service members participate in an annual two-week program that allows them to utilize all of the training they received throughout the year.
Meet With A Recruiter
Complete the Joining Process

17. The World of Work

18. Four Essential Interview Tips
Getting a JOB
Develop a cover letter/resumé
Establish references
Research companies that fit your interests and skills
Apply for jobs
Four Essential Interview Tips
Dress appropriately
Be on time
Be prepared for questions
Follow up with a thank-you note

19. Please keep in mind the following…
Graduating Class of 2017
Please keep in mind the following…

20. Diploma
Names will be show up on the diploma the exact way it is spelled on each student’s birth certificate.
If there are any name changes please turn them in as soon as possible to ensure the correct spelling is printed.

21. Graduation Requirements
All caps and gowns are ordered through Josten’s.
Dress code is still white dress and shoes for females and black slacks, white shirt, and tie for males.

22. SCHOLARSHIPS

23. Dates To Remember ACT Test Date: February 11, 2017
ASVAB Test: Spring 2017
Accuplacer Test: January 2017

24. Additional Information
● IGP (Senior Individual Graduation Plan Meeting)
Acceptance Letters
● picture of the letter
● bring in a copy
● forward acceptance from college Acceptances will be posted in senior newsletter
Scholarship Offers
● must submit documentation to School Counselor
● pictures, bring copies, forward s

25. Questions?