1. PARENT MARCH 08 Agenda 1.Introductions 2.Graduation Requirements 3.Provincial Exams 4.Life after Kal 5.How do I apply to college or university? 6.Scholarship & Bursaries

2. PARENT MARCH 08 Graduation Requirements set by Ministry of Educationset by Ministry of Education 80 credits from grade 10, 11 and 1280 credits from grade 10, 11 and 12 Concerns every year: –Missing Fine Arts / Applied Skills 4 credits –2 nd Language NOT REQUIRED for graduation –Failed a course…see a counsellor ASAP

3. PARENT MARCH 08 Graduation Requirements www.kalamalka.sd22.bc.ca/counsellor_ website/grad_requirements.html

4. PARENT MARCH 08 Are YOU going to graduate? Log on to Student or Parent Connect, select “Grades” and then “Grad Profile” to view your credits and required courses. https://cimsweb.sd22.bc.ca/SchoolConnect/ ParentSignon.aspx https://cimsweb.sd22.bc.ca/SchoolConnect/ ParentSignon.aspx

5. PARENT MARCH 08 “TYPICAL” Post-Secondary Requirements English 12 AND 3 more university approved courses: GeologyGeology BiologyBiology ChemistryChemistry PhysicsPhysics GeographyGeography FrenchFrench HistoryHistory English LiteratureEnglish Literature Pre-Calculus 12Pre-Calculus 12 FOM 12FOM 12 Law*Law* Calculus*Calculus* Social Justice *Social Justice * * New additions in BC

6. PARENT MARCH 08 ENGLISH 12 Requirement for Post-Secondary 70% or better as a final grade (school grade and provincial exam mark combined)70% or better as a final grade (school grade and provincial exam mark combined)OR Some universities provide the option of taking a separate English placement test or enrollment in a lower level English to boost your skillsSome universities provide the option of taking a separate English placement test or enrollment in a lower level English to boost your skills

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8. Refers to taking a break from studying to do something else such as travel or workRefers to taking a break from studying to do something else such as travel or work *Note, many scholarships won’t defer for a gap year*Note, many scholarships won’t defer for a gap year

9. PARENT MARCH 08 Check out our website for some gap year travel opportunities…Check out our website for some gap year travel opportunities… www.kalamalka.sd22.bc.ca/counsellor_webs ite/travel.html www.kalamalka.sd22.bc.ca/counsellor_webs ite/travel.html

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11. Post Secondary Requirements 1)High school GRADUATION 2)English 12 3)3-4 additional university approved courses –Institution specific –Program specific 4)G.P.A. calculated using –English 12 and other university approved courses –this average is what establishes your RANK among the applicants

12. PARENT MARCH 08 Post Secondary Requirements Continued… 5. May include “Broad Based Application” i.e. extracurricular activities, community volunteerism, essay/short answer component

13. PARENT MARCH 08 Researching BC Institutions www.educationplanner.ca

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15. Each institution sets their own minimum entrance GPAEach institution sets their own minimum entrance GPA 67% to 70% has been the minimum general admission average, HOWEVER, the minimum changes year to year based upon the pool of applicants and seats available so work hard and do your best!67% to 70% has been the minimum general admission average, HOWEVER, the minimum changes year to year based upon the pool of applicants and seats available so work hard and do your best! Admission Entrance Averages

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17. Application Process Apply on-line to the specific institutionApply on-line to the specific institution Apply to @ least 2 schoolsApply to @ least 2 schools –to keep options open –some programs are very competitive Applications require a fee for processing which is non-refundable (credit card, cheque or pay in person)Applications require a fee for processing which is non-refundable (credit card, cheque or pay in person)

18. PARENT MARCH 08 WHEN should I apply? Application deadlines vary from institution to institutionApplication deadlines vary from institution to institution Okanagan College opens November 1 st (Open House Nov. 5 th - they’ll wave your application fee if you apply that night)Okanagan College opens November 1 st (Open House Nov. 5 th - they’ll wave your application fee if you apply that night) UBC is currently open and closes February 3 rd (NOTE: to be considered for Major Entrance Scholarship you must apply by Dec. 10 th )UBC is currently open and closes February 3 rd (NOTE: to be considered for Major Entrance Scholarship you must apply by Dec. 10 th ) UVIC is currently open and closes Feb. 28 th (late applications accepted until May 15 th )UVIC is currently open and closes Feb. 28 th (late applications accepted until May 15 th )

19. PARENT MARCH 08 Scholarship & Bursaries What scholarships are available? Where do I find the info.?

20. PARENT MARCH 08 5 types of Scholarships National / InternationalNational / International Entrance (institution specific)Entrance (institution specific) Ministry of EducationMinistry of Education LocalLocal District Project ScholarshipDistrict Project Scholarship

21. PARENT MARCH 08 National / International Scholarships Tough competitionTough competition Many applicants  few recipientsMany applicants  few recipients Grades plus factors specific to the organization (humanitarian service/ innovator/leader)Grades plus factors specific to the organization (humanitarian service/ innovator/leader) Applications are comprehensive often requiring reference letters, nominations, essays and transcriptsApplications are comprehensive often requiring reference letters, nominations, essays and transcripts

22. PARENT MARCH 08 Entrance Scholarships Institution specificInstitution specific Selection is based on 1 or more of the following factors:Selection is based on 1 or more of the following factors: –Grades and/or –Reference letters –Nominations –Scholarship Essay Application ProcessApplication Process –Separate application form OR automatically once you apply (i.e. UBC)

23. PARENT MARCH 08 Provincial Exam Scholarships A student will receive a $1,000 Examinations Scholarship if he/she meets the following requirements: *Must rank in top 5,000 scholarship students in BC on all five provincial exams combined AND achieve at least a “B” (73% or above) final mark (provincial exam and school mark combined) in one of the Language Arts 12: English 12 Communications 12

24. PARENT MARCH 08 Local Scholarships One application form for many scholarship opportunitiesOne application form for many scholarship opportunities Either selected by the donor or a district scholarship committeeEither selected by the donor or a district scholarship committee Applications available online in the SPRINGApplications available online in the SPRING Factors considered in selection: grades, service, affiliation, acceptance at post- secondary institutionFactors considered in selection: grades, service, affiliation, acceptance at post- secondary institution

25. PARENT MARCH 08 District Project Scholarship Opportunity to recognize student achievement in non-academic areasOpportunity to recognize student achievement in non-academic areas –Fine Arts, Applied Skill, 2 nd Language and Physical Education $1,000 awards$1,000 awards Showcase Event in the SpringShowcase Event in the Spring Find more information at the district website:Find more information at the district website: http://www.sd22.bc.ca/forms/Guidelines_District_Project_Scholarships0809.pdf *See Mr. Balcombe for more information

26. PARENT MARCH 08 Where do I find out about scholarship opportunities? Counselling Area- bulletin boardCounselling Area- bulletin board WebsitesWebsites –Posted on School District 22 website: www.sd22.bc.ca –* Select Students  Secondary  Scholarships Companies/EmployersCompanies/Employers –Check with your employer to see if they offer any scholarships

27. PARENT MARCH 08 Get Organized Keep a folder for Post Secondary informationKeep a folder for Post Secondary information Give those writing you a reference letter at least 2 weeks notice (use the reference letter planner which can be accessed on-line or in the counselling area)Give those writing you a reference letter at least 2 weeks notice (use the reference letter planner which can be accessed on-line or in the counselling area) Official transcripts are available at the KAL main officeOfficial transcripts are available at the KAL main office Get a Social Insurance Number (SIN)Get a Social Insurance Number (SIN)

28. PARENT MARCH 08 Who has an e-mail address that looks like this? Who has an e-mail address that looks like this? hugz.to.ma.thugz@hotmail.com *Consider the kind of IMPRESSION your email address makes….What does it say about you? *Create an e-mail address that uses your name and use that to contact universities and scholarship providers.

29. PARENT MARCH 08 October 16 th @ VSS 6:30 – 8:30pm P.S.I. BC Visit to Vernon Royal Military College Royal Military College British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) Thompson Rivers U Thompson Rivers U Emily Carr University of Art & DesignEmily Carr University of Art & Design Selkirk College (Nelson) Selkirk College (Nelson) Nicola Valley Institute of Technology Nicola Valley Institute of Technology Simon Fraser U Simon Fraser U Trinity Western U Trinity Western U University of Victoria University of Victoria

30. PARENT MARCH 08 Conclusion Enjoy your Grade 12 year – get involved, find balance between work, play and community involvementEnjoy your Grade 12 year – get involved, find balance between work, play and community involvement Research, Research, ResearchResearch, Research, Research Study and Maintain a good GPAStudy and Maintain a good GPA

31. PARENT MARCH 08 Questions ? ? ? Questions