2.  College Visitation ◦ Return form to Counselor’s Corner by Friday. ◦ Attend the MTC visitation or another college visitation. Details of MTC times available will be announced Monday. ◦ Submit proper documentation for approval.  Register to take the ASVAB then go on a college visitation in the afternoon. Sign out with Mrs. Ruddell.  Sign up for credit recover at Counselor’s Corner then go on a college visitation in the afternoon. Sign out with Mrs. Ruddell. You must have submitted form to Counselor’s Corner by Friday to leave.

3. OTHER SENIOR INFORMATION

5.  The more education and/or training you can get, the more income potential you will have and the less likely that you will be unemployed.  Therefore, finding the right postsecondary program that “fits” you will become very important to you and your family.

6. Consider the following when choosing a college… Program of Study In-State or Out-of State Public or Private School Size and Class Size Student Activities Location Physical Surroundings Housing Options

7.  Postsecondary schools do not offer ALL programs of study. You will need to be very sure the college you select will offer the training you will need to meet your career goal. Which degree does your career require and does the school offer that degree. If you are planning to transfer, will your second school accept your 1 st school’s classes?

8.  In-state tuition is less expensive than out-of-state.  The HOPE Program is for schools in Georgia.

9.  Public schools generally have less restrictive admission requirements and cost less than private schools. Publicly funded state schools are generally more accessible than private school. Private schools, however, often offer smaller class sizes and a more personalized education.

10.  At large universities, you may be in classes that range from 25-500 students. At small colleges, classes usually range from five to 100 students.

11.  You should determine if the colleges and universities you are considering offer activities with which you would like to get involved.  Division I athletic team, coral music, band, radio station, religious affiliations, sororities/fraternities

12.  Location must be taken into consideration when it comes to housing, transportation and access to off-campus activities.

13.  Does the environment focus on politics, school spirit and tradition? Visit colleges to get a feel for the atmosphere.

14.  Check campus housing policies: ◦ Will transportation be a problem? ◦ Is dorm life for you?

15.  You must have scores to apply to college. See individual college websites to see entrance requirements.  You must have scores to apply for most scholarships. See scholarship applications or websites to see required scores.

16.  In order to attend the fair, you MUST register.  Go to www.gotocollegefairs.orge to register. ◦ Students may take out their phones at this time.  Once you register, you must have a printed ticket to attend the fair.  This event can help you gather information you will need to apply to college.  Complete “Finding the Right College” worksheet to help prepare you for the upcoming event.

17. GaCollege411 If you do not know your password and/or user name, please come to Counselors’ Corner. User name: first and last initial plus your lunch number. Password: packers

18. GaCollege411 will be needed for the following…. HOPE GPA Transcript College Application Financial Aid / Scholarships

19. The Guidance Website will be needed for the following…. Packer Power Series Registration You may register to participate in the Wednesday sessions by going to the “Packer Power Series” tab on the Guidance Website. SAT/ACT Testing Information - Dates Financial Aid / Scholarship Information Counselor Information Guidance Calendar

20. Other information HOPE GPA Transcript College Application Financial Aid / Scholarships If you are looking for “In-House” scholarships, you need to look at the college website NOW. Seniors sign up for Remind 101 information by texting your class code @00f08 to 470-798-3768

21. Other information If you are looking for “In-House” scholarships, you need to look at the college website NOW. Seniors sign up for Remind 101 information by texting your class code @00f08 to 470-798-3768 Apply to College Week – Labs will be reserved for seniors to apply to college throughout the school day November 4 th – 6 th. You will be able to register for this event beginning next week. The link to register will be under the “Packer Power Series” tab on the Guidance website.

22. Contact Information AttendanceDeborah Ruddell 890-6144 SecretaryLee Bass 890-6145 Guidance DirectorKeith Hall 890-6146 Counselor (A-Hal)Shatarra Brown 890-6150 Counselor (Ham-Pat)Monica Crenshaw 890-6148 Counselor (Pau-Z)Donna Mitchell 890-6147 NurseTammy Perryman 890-6151 Graduation CoachRenee Tucker 890-6152 RegistrarAmy McCalley 890-6153 Asst. RegistrarFelicia Howard 890-6154