2. Class of 2014 Classroom Presentation presented by Oakland High School Guidance Department

3. Counseling Department Jana Dickey A-E dickeyj@rcschools.net Jessica Johnson F-L johnsonje@rcschools.net Missy Blissard M-R blissardm@rcschools.net Teri Pigg S-Z piggt@rcschools.net Meredy Clifton-Graduation Coach cliftonm@rcschools.netcliftonm@rcschools.net Laura Davis-Secretary davislau@rcschools.net davislau@rcschools.net

4. Our Objective: All stakeholders will gain knowledge and skills to assist students in achieving career goals.

5. Plans After High School Career Planning We define COLLEGE to mean any kind of formal education after high school

6. Graduation Requirements Class 2013 4 Credits – English 4 Credits – Math 3 Credits – Science 3 Credits – Social Studies 2 Credits – Foreign Lang 1 Credit – Fine Art 1.5 Credit – Wellness/PE.5 Credit – Personal Finance 3 Credits – Focused Pathway 1 Credit – Electives 23 Total Credits Required

7. Diploma with Honors ACT Benchmarks English18 Math22 Reading21or 22 Science24 or 23

8. Diploma with Distinction 3.0 GPA & One of the following Governor’s School All State Musical Organizations National Merit Finalist or Semi Finalist ACT score of 31 or higher Score of 3 or higher on 2 or more AP exams IB Diploma 12 or more hours of postsecondary credit

9. Valedictorian Requirements 4.0 GPA 12 Honors or Above Courses Honors Diploma Distinction Diploma

10. For Every 100 Ninth-Graders Tennessee Students 71 – Graduate from High School 44 – Enter College 29 – Return to College for their 2 nd Year 19 – Earn a Bachelor’s Degree within 6 years Source: The National Center for Higher Education Management System

11. The more you learn…the more you earn

12. Combating Senioritis No vaccine No medical treatment

13. Combating Senioritis Remain excited, active, and focused Maintain a challenging course load Keep a calendar of activities/deadlines Maintain strong academic & personal habits What colleges expect Enjoy your senior year-RESPONSIBLY Be careful…..it can be contagious

14. Post Secondary Education is VITAL!! Skills and Knowledge More Career Opportunities Greater Income capabilities Commitment Continue to Grow and Develop Certification Opportunities

15. Plans After High School Community College – 2 year Four Year Colleges – Bachelor’s degree Specialty Colleges – Art, Business Technical Centers – short term training Military Work Force

16. Where To Go – Consider This. What’s important to you. Location / Environment Housing / Facilities College Size Majors Special Programs Admission Requirements Cost

17. www.planningyourdreams.org Tennessee College and Career Planning Powered by Kuder Activation Code N3696544XVK See your counselor

18. College Search Attend College Fairs Visit with College Reps Arrange Campus Visits Virtual Tour Excused absence

19. Application Checklist Watch for application deadline On-line application Application Fee Initial transcript ($2 Fee) Scholarship Deadline (IMPORTANT) ACT/SAT Recommendations

20. MTSU Guaranteed Admission: 3.0 GPA or 22 ACT 2.7 GPA and ACT 19 Admission by review  Scholarship Deadline – December 1  Honors College – 3.5 GPA/25 ACT  www.mtsu.edu (Future Students) www.mtsu.edu

21. University of Tennessee Knoxville Freshman Class of 2012 Mid Range Core GPA 3.37-4.63 Mid Range Average ACT 25-29  Early Action/Competitive Scholarship &  Honors Program-November 1  Regular Decision-December 1  http://vip.utk.edu or www.commonapp.org http://vip.utk.eduwww.commonapp.org

22. University of Tennessee Chattanooga Admission Requirement 2.85 GPA/18 ACT or 2.5 GPA/21 ACT  Scholarship Deadline – December 1  www.utc.edu/apply www.utc.edu/apply  Degree in 3 – 3.0 GPA/21 ACT

23. Tennessee Technological University in Cookeville Admission Requirement: 2.0 GPA and 19 ACT 2.5 GPA and 17 ACT  Scholarship Deadline – December 15  www.tntech.edu www.tntech.edu

24. www.tntransferpathway.org Tennessee College Transfer Guarantee

25. What is a transfer student? Any student that intends to transfer from a public TN community college to a 4 year TN college or university PATHWAYS by: major campus admission guarantee

26. Motlow State Community College www.mscc.edu www.mscc.edu Benefits of a Community College: Saves Money Improve GPA Basic Requirements Family Ties

27. Tennessee College of Applied Technology www.ttcmurfreesboro.edu Benefits of a Technical School: Affordability Short Duration of Courses Employment Opportunities Practical Training

28. Mike Rowe Foundation www.mikeroweWORKS.com www.mikeroweWORKS.com Trade Schools Apprenticeships Skills

29. 2013 College APP Week www.collegefortn.org www.collegefortn.org September 30-October 4 Opportunity to apply to college First-Generation students

30. Early Decision & Early Action Early Decision (Binding) – Binding is binding! Only one EA app should be submitted. If accepted must attend. Early Action – Are not binding

31. The Common Application www.commonapp.org One application for over 400 institutions Same is true for recommendations, mid year reports, and end of year report

32. CSS/Financial Profile A financial aid service of College Board www.collegeboard.com Over 600 institutions use the profile Determine eligibility for non federal aid

33. ACT/SAT What is the difference? Both fulfill the same role in the admission process Both have college readiness benchmarks ACT is content based SAT test critical thinking/problem solving Your strength and weakness

34. ACT Tennessee uses the EPAS System EXPLORE – 8 th grade PLAN – 10 th grade ACT – 11 th grade ACT College Readiness Benchmark Scores English=18,Math=22,R=21or 22,Science=24 or 23 Predicts College Success

35. ACT Registration www.act.org ACT Prep ACT Workshop (Sycamore Learning) October 14&15 at 3:30-6:00 www.prepforthefuture.com – fee $79www.prepforthefuture.com www.march2success.com – online free resourcewww.march2success.com October 26 and December 14

36. SAT www.collegeboard.com PSAT – optional as a sophomore or junior National Merit Scholarship Competition(Jr) My College Quick Start – provides feedback and college search SAT Test and SAT Subject Tests PSAT College Readiness Scores Critical Reading=50,Math=50,Writing=49, Composite=152

37. Money for College In 2009, the average cost for one year at a public 4 year college was approximately $18,000. The average cost for a private 4 year college was over $35,000 Financial Aid Overview Grants – financial need Scholarships – awarded for academic achievement, talent, skill, and/or financial need Loans – money borrowed that must be repaid Work Study – money earned by working on campus

38. Guest Speaker Lana Craig on November 19 at 6:00 PM Student Outreach Service Ed South

39. Tennessee Student Assistant Corporation Tennessee Lottery Scholarship Program www.TN.gov/collegepays TSAC Programs College Goal Sunday

40. Tennessee Education Lottery Scholarship Program Hope - $4000(4yr) $2000(2yr) GPA 3.0 or ACT 21 General Assembly Merit (GAMS) - $1000 GPA 3.75 and ACT 29 Wilder-Naifeh - $2000 Tennessee College of Applied Technology

41. Completing the Necessary Forms Because most financial aid is need based FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Available after January 1, 2014 www.pin.gov www.fafsa.gov Priority deadline is February 15, 2014

42. Scholarship Searches Millions of scholarship dollars go unclaimed each year. Start early Takes a lot of time and effort Get organized Recommendation letter request Transcript Request Answer ALL questions

43. Other Scholarship Resources E-mail University website Local scholarships (Civic Organizations) Church Employer Internet Search **College Planning Guide/Power Point will be posted on our web page

44. 65% of all students graduate in debt!

45. NCAA Eligibility Center www.eligibilitycenter.org www.eligibilitycenter.org Must register 16/14 core courses Test scores

46. NAIA Eligibility Center www.PlayNAIA.org 3.0 GPA 18 ACT Over 300 campuses Small-college campus life

47. Registering with the Selective Service www.sss.gov It’s the LAW Before your 18 th birthday Males only Federal Financial Aid

48. Graduation Attire Strictly Enforced! Males:Dark dress pants/Collared dress shirt and tie/Black dress shoes NO JEANS or KHAKIS Females:Dark dress, skirt, or dress pants/Black dress shoes NO FLIP FLOPS Dress code check in Disruptive Behavior

49. Cap and Gown Invitation Orders November 11 during PAT Return on November 18 for orders during lunch www.jostens.com

50. Job Shadow Day March 4, 2014 Chance to investigate a career Deeper understanding of the field Will help solidify postsecondary goals Senior Requirement Must take final exam

51. Financial Aid Workshop November 19 at 6:00 PM Lecture Room TSAC Representative

52. Class of 2014 Sunday, May 25, 2014 5:30 PM at Williamson County AgExpo Park