1. Ready, Set, Plan CHHS Junior Presentation 2012-13

2. Graduation Plans Recommended and Distinguished Achievement Plan All plans require 26 state credits

3. Transcript Check Check correct spelling of name and address Review symbols for courses Check summer school and middle school classes If you think there may be an error please make an appointment to see your counselor

4. Transcript Check All graduation plans require: – English4 Years (credits) – Math4 Years (credits) – Science4 Years (credits) – Social Studies4 Years (credits)

5. Transcript Check Health0.5 credit PE1.0 credit Fine Art1.0 credit Technology1.0 credit Foreign Lang.2.0 (Recommended) 3.0 (DAP/ Comm. Sch.)

6. Junior Transcript Many college applications will use this transcript for admittance New ranking available in September and again in January

7. GPA GAME We need 8 volunteers!

8. Getting Ready for Post Secondary Options What are the options for you after the successful completion of high school? What tests and credits must I have?

9. After High School Trade School Career/ Work Military Community College 4 year college or university Must pass all sections of the exit TAKS to receive a high school diploma

10. Military GI Bill provides financial assistance for college Training in any job that will also benefit the private sector after discharge from military Recruiters are always on campus. Make sure you discuss this option with parents. www.todaysmilitary.com

11. Community/ Junior College Earn an Associate’s Degree or Certification Gateway into a 4 year college/ university Less Expensive Can provide testing and career counseling

12. College or University More options of degrees Can pursue many different careers with degrees of study for each May continue your education by earning a Master’s or Doctoral degree Internship programs sometimes lead to career opportunities

13. Where do I start? Talk to your parents, teachers, counselors and other informed individuals Get their ideas but begin to make decisions that will work for you. Take responsibility for securing information. Visit college campuses and websites to get information

14. Try out BIG FUTURE!

15. Look up colleges by name/ major/ program…..

19. A Word About College Visits Many colleges have set visit days where they have everything open and available to see. Check their websites Set an appointment with an admissions counselor and get their name and business card. Let them know who you are and why you want to attend their college. Meet with a financial aid counselor

20. A Word About College Visits Visit the dorms and see college life. Visit a classroom and a professor in your chosen field of study. Make sure you also see the town where the college is. Remember, you may be there for 4 years or more. Get proof of attendance of your visit to turn in to CHHS attendance.

21. Get Organized Get a file folder or binder for each school Organize: test scores, transcripts, college information… Do your research: – CHHS Counseling Center Career Center – Internet- Individual school websites Make sure your course selections match what the college requires.

22. Scholarships Web search for scholarships- Many sites are listed on the Scholarship newsletters published every six weeks. Takes time so start early! Listen to the announcements and review our monthly Scholarship newsletter. Check your and parent’s work place

23. PSAT National Merit Scholarship qualifying exam Good predictor test for the SAT. May assist in helping determine whether to take the SAT or ACT Provides an access code to set up “My College Quickstart”

24. Time Table Fall 2012 College and Career Search using My College QuickStart and/or My Big Future – Use your access code from your PSAT results to set up your own personal planning page on College Quickstart

25. Collegeboard.com Register to start your account – FREE CollegeQuickStart – My SAT Study Plan – My Online Score Report – My College Matches – My Major and Career Matches

26. MY COLLEGE QUICKSTART

27. Personal Planning

28. My SAT Study Plan

29. MY ROAD

30. Time Table Spring 2013 – Register for appropriate classes – Visit possible college web sites for entrance information – Register to take the SAT and/or the ACT (SAT- www.collegeboard.com, ACT- www.act.org) www.collegeboard.com – Take AP exams

31. SAT Test Dates (2012-13) Dec. 1st, Deadline= Nov. 1 Jan. 26th, Deadline= Dec. 28 March 9 th, Deadline= Feb. 8 May 4 th, Deadline= April 5 June 1st, Deadline= May 2 www.collegeboard.com

32. ACT Test Dates (2012-13) Dec. 8 th, Deadline= Nov. 2 Feb. 9 th, Deadline= Jan. 11 April 13 th, Deadline= March 8 June 8 th, Deadline= May 3 www.act.org

33. SAT/ ACT Fee Waivers If you qualify for the free or reduced lunch program, you may be eligible for fee waivers to take the SAT and/ or ACT. See your counselor for more information

34. SAT/ ACT Tests Remember to have your SAT and ACT scores sent directly to the colleges or universities that you are considering. It costs an additional ($15) to send later Also, some colleges allow “Super-scoring” of test scores, but most do not. Check with the college.

35. Princeton Review Free Practice SAT Test! Free Practice test and College Admissions presentation Date: December 8, 2012 Location: Grapevine Conference Center Time: 9:00 AM (student testing begins) 12:00 PM (Parent Session) Reservations required RSVP :Janderson@review.com or 800- 2reviewX5748 by Nov. 16 thJanderson@review.com Complete information on CHHS website

36. Summer 2013 Visit college, trade schools or community colleges (You have 2 college visit days this year to use) – Make an appointment Admissions, financial aid and academic departments – Be prepared and bring questions, a transcript with test scores and financial aid information – See a dorm room and cafeteria – Begin college applications

37. Fall 2013 Come to the Senior Forum informational evening in September, 2013 Complete college applications – Student assessment – Letters of recommendation – Transcripts

38. Spring 2014 Make final decision about post secondary choice Complete FASFA (in January) Submit scholarship applications Take AP tests

39. Next Steps Stay on top of your studies Register for appropriate senior classes Visits college campuses Get a binder and organize materials Start applications this summer Review possible choices and finances with parents Set realistic goals

40. A Few Last Minute Things… Community Scholar Ambassador – Scholarships may be available for those who earn extra hours- turn in the hours! 100 hours required – Make sure to turn in all hours early so they can be verified and counted. – Must have three years of foreign language – May not have failed any courses

41. Facebook- Join the CHHS Counseling Page