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WELCOME JUNIOR PARENTS! JOHNSON COUNSELING STAFF Courtney Tarbox (Lead Counselor) A-BL Becky Hudkins BN-D Patti Snider E-HEP Julie Metcalf HER-MAK Richard Boeger MAL-PAS Mary Solis-Martinez PAT-SL Brandy Weaver SM-Z Lisa Williams
JOHNSON COUNSELING STAFF
Courtney Tarbox (Lead Counselor) A-BL Becky Hudkins BN-D Patti Snider E-HEP Julie Metcalf HER-MAK Richard Boeger MAL-PAS Mary Solis-Martinez PAT-SL Brandy Weaver SM-Z Lisa Williams STAN-Intervention Counselor Cynthia Miller Counselor Clerk (Transcript Requests) MaryLu Bjornson Counselor Clerk (VOE Forms) Pat Chavez Registrar CJ Johnson Data Processor
Class of 2021
FOUNDATION WITH DISTINGUISHED LEVEL OF ACHIEVEMENT
MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES STEM
(STUDENTS MUST EARN CREDIT IN ALGEBRA II, CHEMISTRY, AND PHYSICS)
PUBLIC SERVICE ARTS & HUMANITIES BUSINESS & INDUSTRY ACADEMIC 4 CORE SCIENCE EDUCATION FINE ARTS ACCOUNTING AP & DUAL CREDIT MATH JROTC SOCIAL STUDIES BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AVID COMPUTER SCIENCE HEALTH SCIENCE ENGLISH FASHION DESIGN ENGINEERING LAW & PUBLIC SAFETY FOREIGN LANGUAGE OPTION 1 OR OPTION 2 MARKETING HUMAN SERVICES VIDEO PRODUCTION DEBATE YEARBOOK JOURNALISM NEWSPAPER BROADCAST JOURNALISM AUTOMOTIVE TECH
In order to graduate, students must also pass 5 End of Course exams: English I English II Algebra I Biology U.S. History
PERFORMANCE ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
After meeting the requirements of the FHSP, students may also earn a Performance Acknowledgement for outstanding performance: In dual credit courses (12 + hours with grades of 80 or higher) On an AP Exam (score of 3 or higher) On the PSAT, the SAT, or the ACT (based on specific scores) In bilingualism and biliteracy (specific requirements apply) With a business or industry certification or license (based on exam performance)
PARENT NIGHT IN CTJ AUDITORIUM – January 8, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. in Johnson Auditorium
Courses that count for both high school and college credit- partnership with Alamo Colleges (SAC and St. Philip’s) College credits generally transfer to any state public college Students who plan to attend a private or out-of-state school should contact the university
HOW DO I GET IN
Students must apply to San Antonio College
Students must have a qualifying test score (SAT, ACT, or TSI) Students must submit required paperwork by deadlines (no late applications accepted)
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Students EARN both high school AND college credit if they earn a “C” or better each semester. An exam is not necessary for the awarding of college credit. Dual Credit grades will be recorded on student’s transcript from San Antonio College. Performance acknowledgement can be earned for each semester.
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Open Enrollm llment
Students take college- level courses in high school. To receive college credit, student must take AP exam and score 3, 4, or 5. Performance acknowledgement earned for scores of 3 >
DUAL CREDIT CLASSES AT CTJ
AP Biology AP English IV AP Spanish Language AP US History Accounting Art Appreciation Business Management College Algebra
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sit: t: Juniors and Seniors are allowed 2 excused absences for college visits. Form can be picked up from the attendance office and must be signed by a college representative.
NOT SURE WHAT YOUR INTERESTS ARE?
Visit Kuder -a comprehensive online College & Career Planning System Go to www.neisd.net Log on to Launchpad Click on Kuder in the CTE folder
TAKE THE ADMISSIONS TESTS
SAT
The SAT tests the skills you’re learning in school: reading, writing and language, and math. Should test during the late Spring of junior year. Many colleges no longer require essay Register at www.collegeboard.org
ACT
The ACT measures skills related to courses in school in 4 areas: English, math, reading, and science. It reports those 4 scores, which are averaged together to form a composite score. Should test during the late Spring of junior year. Many colleges no longer require essay Beginning Sept. 2020, students who already completed a full ACT can choose to retake a section of ACT Score reports will now include a calculated Superscore and a Composite Score Register at www.act.org
If you receive Free or Reduced lunch at Johnson, you are eligible for:
2 FREE SAT’s or ACT’s, with or without the essay 4 college application fee waivers at participating colleges through your College Board account If eligible, see your counselor for fee waiver prior to registering for the SAT or ACT
SAT/ACT DATES AND DEADLINES
SAT TEST T DATE REGIS ISTRA RATIO ION N DEADL DLINE INE LATE TE REGIS ISTR TRATION TION DEADLI DLINE NE October 5, 2019 September 6, 2019 September 17, 2019 November 2, 2019 October 3, 2019 October 15, 2019 December 7, 2019 November 8, 2019 November 19, 2019 March 14, 2020 February 14, 2020 February 25, 2020 May 2, 2020 April 3, 2020 April 14, 2020 June 6, 2020 May 8, 2020 May 19, 2020 ACT TEST T DATE REGIS ISTRA RATIO ION N DEADL DLINE INE LATE TE REGIS ISTR TRATION TION DEADLI DLINE NE October 26, 2019 September 20, 2019 October 4, 2019 December 14, 2019 November 8, 2019 November 22, 2019 February 8, 2020 January 10, 2020 January 17, 2020 April 4, 2020 February 28, 2020 March 13, 2020 June 13, 2020 May 8, 2020 May 22 2020 July 18, 2020 June 19, 2020 June 26, 2020
THE SERVICE ACADEMIES
APPLICATION PROCESS BEGINS SPRING OF JUNIOR YEAR!
To be accepted into any service academy exce cept pt for the Coast Guard Academy, you must first be nominated to the school by either: A U.S. Senator A U.S. Representative The Vice President of the U.S., who can nominate applicants to any academy except ept the Merchant Marine Academy. For more information about the Service Academies, visit https ps:// ://www.usa www.usa.go .gov/ v/mil ilitary tary- coll lleges eges
WANT TO PLAY COLLEGE SPORTS?
REGISTER WITH NCAA A ELIGI GIBI BILITY LITY CENTER @
https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/
JUNE
JUNE 17, 2020 ON TRANSCRIPT
ACCESS UNDER PORTFOLIO
SEPTEMBER TEMBER
*1ST OFFICIAL RANK AVAILABLE AT TIME OF 3 WEEK PROGRESS REPORT ON TRANSCRIPT *TRANSCRIPT CAN BE VIEWED IN SKYWARD FAMILY ACCESS UNDER PORTFOLIO
JANUARY ARY
FINAL OFFICIAL RANK POSTED ON TRANSCRIPT MID JANUARY AND CAN BE VIEWD IN SKYWARD FAMILY ACCESS UNDER PORTFOLIO
MUST GRADUATE FOUNDATION HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM WITH DISTINGUISHED LEVEL OF ACHIEVEMENT
Texas Public Colleges/Universities are required to automatically accept students who rank in the top 10% of their class. But, students must apply, submit SAT/ACT scores, and meet all deadlines! Take application/essays seriously. Could determine whether you get into the program of your choice. (Essays can determine scholarship awards) After automatically admitting eligible Texas applicants each year, the university fills any remaining spaces in the freshman class through holistic review. Exception from Top 10% Rule: UT Austin
Class rank to be automatically admitted: Top 6%
Compare your SAT, ACT scores with admitted students Compare your rank with admitted students Know the cost: Do you have a plan for financing the tuition? Hooks: Do you have what they are looking for?
Legacy (parents attended) 1st generation to attend college Sport? Musical instrument? Geographical area—are they looking for someone from the Southwest?
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Safeties ies: Colleges that you are confident you have a good chance of being offered admission. Good
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From your sorted list, you should choose: 1 Safety 1-2 Good matches 1 Reach
RESUME FORMAT
Your college resume should include the following:
EDUCATION EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE HONORS/AWARDS WORK EXPERIENCE
ON YOUR RESUME, DON’T… Be humble Use abbreviations Stretch the truth Submit without proofreading
HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR RESUME
www.myperfectresume.com KUDER found on NEISD Launchpad in CTE folder
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS AND SOCIAL MEDIA SITES
admissions officers browse social media profiles to learn more about admissions candidates. That means it’s pretty likely that decision- makers at colleges and scholarship-granting organizations are taking a peek at your profiles.
WHAT EVERY JAGUAR SHOULD KNOW...
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
Rigor of Coursework Rank in Class Grade Point Average Test Scores from either SAT or ACT Personal Statements and Essays Extracurricular Activities Work Experience Recommendation Letters (from core teachers, employers) Interviews (Ivy League/Private Schools)
SUMMER/FALL OF SENIOR YEAR: COMPLETE THE APPLICATION
Biographical Information (Apply Texas opens July 1st) Activities (resume- this is your brag sheet) Recommendation Letters (private schools might require; common app does require rec letter from counselor) Complete all essays (including the optional ones!) College specific essay(s) follow directions get an early start make it your best use spell check ask yourself 2 questions: “Is what I write meaningful to me?” and “Am I the only one who could write this?”
3 and 3 ½ year academic record
Did you take rigorous courses?
Did your grades show steady upward trend? Did you finish strong?
(https://neisdtx.scriborder.com)
the counseling office for a special code to enter online
SAT
SAT will send 4 FREE score reports up to nine days after the test date to the colleges of your choice. Scores must be sent directly from College Board
ACT
ACT will send 4 FREE score reports. Scores must be sent directly from act.org
TEXAS SUCCESS INITIATIVE (TSI)
ASSESSMENT USED TO DETERMINE COURSE PLACEMENT IN COLLEGE AND TO QUALIFY FOR DUAL CREDIT COURSES CAN BE EXEMPT FROM EXAM WITH QUALIFYING SCORES ON SAT OR ACT WE WILL OFFER TSI TESTING IN THE SPRING. DATES WILL BE ANNOUNCED IN VIRTUAL GUIDANCE.
Complete FAFSA online (www.fafsa.ed.gov) ; available October 1st of senior year. The FAFSA must be completed to be considered for scholarships from the university. Parents will need information from completed income tax return from prior prior year. Students must have parent information! You can not be considered independent until 24 years of age. Scholarships are out there, but you have to do the footwork! You should NOT pay for scholarships or scholarship searches. Be wary of scams and adding your name to lists!
Johnson Counseling Website: https://www.neisd.net/johnson/counselor Weekly Virtual Guidance email San Antonio Education Partner: Justin Aguilar (at CTJ every Monday) NEISD Transition Booklets (available on the Johnson and NEISD Websites) Café College: Serves as a free “one-stop-shop” for college access advice and workshops. No appointment is necessary. NCAA BigFuture on College Board website
Dual Credit/PSAT Results Parent & Student Night CTJ Auditorium January 8, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. Spring College Fair at Johnson High School Held during all lunches (11:45 a.m. – 2:25 p.m.) Texas colleges/universities attend April , 2020 - Lower & Upper Foyer NEISD Career Night 6:00-8:00 p.m. - Blossom Athletic Center The purpose of Career Expo is to inform students of training, educational programs and career opportunities in many different fields April 21st, 2020
JUNIOR YEAR MUST DO
MEETINGS WITH JUNIORS
Counselors met with small groups of juniors these last 2 weeks to discuss exactly what they should be doing this year to prepare for the college application process. Each student was given a handout that covered the following information:
Timeline of activities to get done this year SAT/ACT test dates (all juniors will be given the SAT on April 14 at CTJ—free of charge! Resources to find information about scholarships and colleges A template of a resume Campus Visit Checklist Information about the Kuder Interest Inventory
SENIOR YEAR MUST DO