1. Post-High School Preparation
Mr. Crouse (A-G)
Mr. Gillogly (H-N)
Mrs. Nimmo (O-Z)

2. Pre-Test goo.gl/cNFcZD
Please take out your device and complete this short survey

3. Test Score needed for Post-graduate Opportunities
Expected to take at least one standardized test
ACT
SAT
ACCUPLACER
ASVAB
Statewide ACT –April 3
Test will not include the writing

4. ACT Tutoring Tuesdays-Math: Mr. Richner-Rm 209
Fridays-Science: Mr. Richner-Rm 209
You must sign up with Mr. Richner or in the Counseling office
Besides teaching content, teaches you test taking strategies, tips, tricks, etc.
Some of your classes will do some ACT preparations

5. ACT Required for 4-year college or university Can take up to 12 times
Colleges accept best score
Some colleges require test scores be sent from ACT
Send to 4 colleges free
More than 4 with additional fee
Fee Waiver if you qualify for free/reduced lunch—see your counselor for this

6. ACT Test Dates 2017-2018 Test Dates (National) Test Date
Registration Deadline
(Late Fee Required)
September 9, 2017
August 4, 2017
August 5-18, 2017
October 28, 2017
September 22, 2017
September 23-October 6, 2017
December 9, 2017
November 3, 2017
November 4-17, 2017
February 10, 2018*
January 12, 2018
January 13-19, 2018
April 14, 2018
March 9, 2018
March 10-23, 2018
June 9, 2018
May 4, 2018
May 5-18, 2018
July 14, 2018*
June 15, 2018
June 16-22, 2018

7. College/Military/Employer Visits
4 college visits per year
Excused absence by prearranging with Mrs. Woods—see page 65 of your planner
Call university to set up a visit
Tour
Go prepared with questions about major areas and the college in general
If not going to college, you can use these days to job shadow

8. College/Military/Employer Visits
If entering military visit with recruiters
Take the ASVAB
Not just for those interested in Military
Contains interest inventories
Can help decide on career field and education options
Testing November 2nd at WHS
There will be a sign-up sheet in the counseling office prior to the test date.

9. Scholarships NEVER PAY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH
Lots of places to search for free
Colleges
MO Dept. Higher Education
Check the counseling website for scholarship information
Follow counseling office
Twitter @WHScounsel
Facebook—Warrensburg High School Counseling
Apply for as many as you can
Don’t wait until the last minute to apply

10. PSAT/NMSQT
Juniors can take to seek qualification for National Merit Scholars program
Oct. 11
$16
Sign up in the counseling office if interested

11. College Fair September 28 from 1:00-2:30 (White day)
60 representatives will be in attendance
Parents are welcome to attend
Must have a pass to attend
Get from Counseling office before the day of
Must Preregister
to get barcode

12. National College Fair Held at Bartle Hall Must Preregister online
October 24
8:30-11:30 or
6-8:00pm
Must Preregister online
You must get approval from Mrs. Woods

13. NCAA/NAIA Eligibility
If wanting to play college sports there are certain classes you must take
Must register ($80) but fee waivers are available if you qualified for ACT fee waiver
Check with your counselors regarding classes

14. Innovation Track (ITRK)
Program offered through UCM to take college classes for college and high school credit
Sara Karnowski is the UCM contact person
Cell:  
Office:  
Deadline to enroll for spring is November 20th

15. Tips for your Junior Year
Meet with a college counselor
Keep taking challenging courses
Keep your grades up
Make a list of questions before your college visits
Talk with college students when you visit schools
Learn about possible scholarships
Try to be academically prepared for the ACT by spring

16. CLEP College Level Examination Program Fee $100
Take test to receive college credit
Contact UCM Testing Services

17. College Applications (Seniors)
Electronic Applications on college websites
Watch deadlines
Recommend before Nov. 1st
Fee waiver can be obtained for application fee for those qualifying for free/reduced lunch
Contact your counselor regarding fee waivers
Journey to College Week
October 16-19

18. Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA)
Fill out to qualify for Grants, Loans, Work Study
Some scholarships require a completed FASFA (A+ requires)
Form will be available October 1st

19. Senior Interviews Meet with counselor during Sept. or Oct.
Discuss post-high school plans
Time for you to ask questions

20. Senior Awards Night
You are responsible for reporting awards/scholarships to Mrs. King
May 18, at 6:30 p.m.

21. Important Dates College Fair—Sept. 28; 1:00-2:30 PSAT—Oct. 11
ASVAB—Nov. 2
College Information Night—March 28; 6:30pm
Statewide ACT—April 3rd

22. Important Dates (Seniors)
Financial Information night—Oct. 4
Journey to College Week—Oct
ASVAB—Nov. 2
FAFSA—Completion priority deadline Feb. 1, 2018
Senior Awards Night—May 18
WHS Commencement—May 19