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Project Graduation 2018

Presented by: Sanderson High Student Services

 Review critical information for successful Junior and Senior years.  Understand requirements for promotion to Senior status.  Know what your post-secondary options are.  Understand college admissions and placement tests.  Review your transcript.  Learn how to begin your college search, as well as your scholarship search.

Objectives

 Ms. Carpino – Dean of Students  Mr. Grabiec – Counselor for A-D  Ms. Avery – Counselor for E-K  Mr. Donatini – Counselor for L-Ra  Ms. Young – Counselor for Re-Z  Ms. Jennings – SAP Counselor  Ms. Claiborne – Career Development Coordinator  Ms. Evans – Student Services Receptionist  Ms. Batista – Registrar

Student Services Staff

 4 English  4 Mathematics (1 past math III)  3 Sciences (earth science, biology, and a physical science)  4 Social Studies (world history, American History I and II, civics and

economics)

 1 Healthful Living  10 electives, 2 of which need to be in: CTE, Foreign Lang, or the Arts  Total Credits required: 26  Plus, pass CPR certification (typically done in 8th grade)

Graduation Requirements: Future Ready Core Curriculum

What should I be doing now to prepare for after graduation?

 Have some ideas of what you may want to do after high school  Take an interest inventory for free on CFNC  Job Shadow  Know your GPA & class rank  Take the SAT or ACT at least once if you are applying to 4 year colleges.  Explore different colleges

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and 4 years schools  Visit college campuses  Research scholarships and financial aid  Create accounts on www.cfnc.org and www.collegeboard.com and www.fastweb.com

Know your Junior calendar!

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 GPA - both weighted and unweighted  Class Rank  Courses you have taken, and are currently taking  SAT or ACT scores  Community Service or extra curricular involvement  Recommendations from teachers and/or counselor  Your admissions essay or personal statement (if required)

What do Colleges look for when making admissions decisions?

GPA for College Admissions

 North Carolina Public Colleges and Universities minimum GPA for admission is 2.5 beginning Fall 2013  Private Colleges and Universities set their own minimum GPA requirements  North Carolina Community Colleges currently do not have a minimum GPA requirement for admission  If ever in doubt about the requirements, visit the admissions website of the school you wish to attend

The 17 Public UNC Institutions

 Appalachian State University  East Carolina University  Elizabeth City State University  Fayetteville State University  NC A&T State University  North Carolina Central University  NC State University  UNC-Asheville  UNC-Charlotte  UNC-Chapel Hill  UNC-Greensboro  UNC-Pembroke  UNC-Wilmington  UNC School of the Arts  Western Carolina University  Winston Salem State University  NC School of Science and Mathematics (high school)

 Register to take the SAT at https://sat.collegeboard.org  The PSAT you took last year is closely aligned with the SAT.  Free practice course for the SAT at https://www.khanacademy.org/sat

The SAT

SAT (2016) 400 - 1600 Subscore and Cross-test Scores available 3 Hours (+50 minute optional essay) Evidence-Based Reading and Writing: 200-800 Math: 200-800 Optional Essay (separately scored) no guessing penalty 4 answers to choose from Available in print or on computer

SAT

 All Juniors will take the ACT at school. March 2017  This is paid for by the State of NC.  The multiple-choice tests cover four skill areas: English, mathematics, reading, and science.  The Writing Test measures skill in planning and writing a short essay.  Score range: 1-36  UNC Institutions minimum: 17  For more info, visit: www.actstudent.org

The ACT

 Start to investigate schools that you would like to

• attend. Schedule a campus visit through their

admissions office. Ask questions. Talk to students.  Go to their website and browse their academic programs, admissions requirements, scholarships, etc.  Know the admission requirements, the cost, the location, majors offered, etc.  www.cfnc.org is a great place to start to get information on ALL schools in NC. If you have not done so already, create an account to use until you graduate.

Exploring Colleges/Universities

 NC has one of the best and least expensive systems in the country.  SAT or ACT scores are not required, but schools will use your score for placement purposes. Each community college has its

• wn placement test. Wake Tech uses the Accuplacer test.

 College Transfer Programs available: C-Step, PAC, Partnerships with ECU, Mount Olive, UNC Charlotte)  Honors program to help students gain an edge in transferring to competitive colleges  ROTC Military Science-Wake Technical Community College offers Military Science courses in support of the U.S. Army Reserve Officer Training Candidate (ROTC) program.  Wake Tech Open House: will be scheduled in April. Tours of the campus are ongoing.

Community Colleges

 A student resume, which you will send with your college or scholarship applications, should highlight:

 Your skills and knowledge  Your academic and personal achievements  Your volunteer and community experience  Any honors you have received  Your participation in high school activities, clubs, sports, etc.  References (not family members) It is helpful to google “high school student resume template” to find a form that is simple and easy to use.

Creating a Student Resume

 Be proactive in your search for scholarships – begin by looking at the financial aid webpage of the school you wish to attend. Find

• ut what scholarships they offer and determine the ones for

which you may be eligible.  Pay attention to announcements, Sanderson High Scholarship Bulletin posted on our website.  Create an account at www.fastweb.com and www.cfnc.org to conduct your scholarship search.  NEVER pay for scholarship information. It is always free. If someone is charging, it may be a scam.  Everyone needs to complete a FAFSA regardless of whether you think you will receive financial assistance. FAFSA may be filled

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 Attend our Financial Aid night offered in September.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

 Some colleges, special programs, and scholarships have specific recommendation forms for teachers and/or counselors to fill out as part of the application.  Start thinking now about who will be your

• recommenders. It is good to have at least 1 academic

teacher and 1 person in the community.  Allow plenty of time for your recommenders to write your recommendation. Two weeks is appropriate and appreciated.  Thank you cards to your recommenders is a nice touch!

Letters of Recommendation

 Recruiters visit SHS; check with Ms. Claiborne in the career center to sign up or listen to announcements  ASVAB –given in February. Contact Ms. Claiborne for more information  www.military.com

Military Opportunities

 Two types: Standardized (official) and Student (unofficial)  Student transcript (unofficial) includes your immunizations and attendance records. Standardized (official) does not.  Verify your name, address, phone, parents’ names, birth date, and student ID number are correct. If not, notify your counselor.  Look over your classes and the grades you have earned. Make sure they are accurate. Make sure the quality points assigned are correct. AP courses are +2 and Honors are +1 quality point.  Look at your weighted and unweighted GPA.  Look at your class rank.

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Final Thoughts

 College and career searching can be time- consuming, start planning

• early. There is help

available –utilize it!  Educate yourself to help the process move smoothly.  Allow parents to help you.

 Be informed by paying attention to announcements, and school websites.  Visit the Student Services LiveBinder (linked online)  Know your deadlines.  Don’t wait until the last minute to start your college admissions process.

Questions?