NRHS Class of 2014

Senior PresentationSeptember 2014Senior Counselor: ML Cruey

mary-lindacruey@spsk12.netNRHS Class of 2015Thriving & Surviving Your Senior Year SuccessfullyAgenda:Graduation RequirementsImportant Dates and ExpensesTests and EligibilityCollege and Career Planning

Mrs. Crueys Door

Graduation RequirementsStandard Diploma (22 credits)4 English Standard Credits (2 Verified Credits)3 Mathematics Standard Credits (1 Verified Credit)3 Science Standard Credits (1 Verified Credit)3 History and Social Sciences Standard Credits (1 Verified Credit)2 Health and Physical Education Standard Credits 2 Fine Art / CTE / Foreign Language Standard Credit1 Economics & Personal Finance4 Elective Standard Credits 1 Student Selected Test for the 6th Verified CreditGraduation RequirementsAdvanced Studies Diploma (26 credits)4 English Standard Credits (2 Verified Credits)4 Mathematics Standard Credits (2 Verified Credits)4 Science Standard Credits (2 Verified Credits)4 History and Social Sciences Standard Credits (2 Verified Credits)2 Health and Physical Education Standard Credits 1 Fine or Practical Art Standard Credits 3 or 4 Foreign Language Standard Credits3 years of one Foreign Language or2 years each of two different Foreign Languages1 Economics & Personal Finance3 Elective Standard Credits 1 Student Selected Test for the 9th Verified CreditGraduation RequirementsModified Standard Diploma (20 credits)Determined by the IEP Team.4 English Standard Credits (Gr 8 Reading or EOC Reading SOL)3 Mathematics Standard Credits (Gr 8 Math or EOC Math SOL)2 Science Standard Credits2 History and Social Sciences Standard Credits2 Health and Physical Education Standard Credits 1 Fine or Practical Art Standard Credits 6 Elective Standard Credits Important Dates: Military VisitsMilitary Visits:Army: Tuesdays.Marines: First & Third Thursdays of each month.Navy: TBA.National Guard: Fourth Tuesdays of each month.Important Dates: College VisitsCheck the NRHS Guidance Website for updates on college visits.Upcoming College Visits:September 25, 2014: VCUSeptember 26, 2014: Swarthmore College, Randolph CollegeOctober 6, 2014: Regent University, Lynchburg CollegeOctober 7, 2014: Sweetbriar College, University of AlabamaOctober 8, 2014: Averett UniversityOctober 13, 2014: Indiana TechOctober 15, 2014: NSU,Radford UniversityOctober 21, 2014: Ferrum CollegeOctober 23, 2014: Longwood UniversityOctober 27, 2014: JMU, Hollins University

Important Dates: EventsSenior Night: September 29, 6:30 pmCollege Night at KFHS: October 6, 6:30-8 pmCollege & Career Readiness Fair at KFMS: November 1Financial Aid Workshop : November 12, 6:30 p.m.Academic Reception : TBA.Parent-Teacher Conference Days: Nov 14 & Feb 1310 a.m. 6 p.m. (Report Cards Distributed)Teachers Lunch: 1 2:30 p.m.

Important Dates: TestingASVAB Testing : November 24 & 25, April 1SOL Writing Testing: Oct 27-31, Mar 23-27SOL EOC Testing: Dec 9-18, Apr 14-24 (TG), May 14-221st Semester Exams: Jan 20-23CTE Credentialing Testing: Feb 2-20, Mar 23-Apr 17,AP Testing: May 4-15Final Exams: June 9-12 (underclassmen)

Important Dates: Senior Events / BreaksThanksgiving Break: Nov 27-28Winter Break: Dec 22 Jan 2Spring Break: April 6-10Prom: May 22Exempt Notification: May 20-21Senior Night/Reception: TBASenior Picnic: TBASenior Exams: May 22-29Graduation Ted Constant Center, Norfolk: June 6 (Last)

Estimated Senior Year ExpensesSenior Dues - $40 (Senior Night Reception, Senior Picnic, Senior T-shirt)Cap & Gown Approx. $35Optional ExpensesYearbook - $60-$75Senior Pictures - $$$$Graduation items (invitations, cups, diploma plaques, key rings, & T-shirts) - $$$Prom Tickets Approx. $45Estimated Senior Year ExpensesCollege Preparation & Application CostsSAT I: $52.50 (Fee Waiver available)ACT: $38 (w/o Writing), $54.50 (w Writing)SAT II (Subject Test): $16 per test + $26 Basic Fee + $26 LangCollege Applications: Processing Fees range from $25 & up (nonrefundable)College Deposits: $100 & upCollege Dormitory Deposits: $300 & upNCAA Eligibility: $70Tests & EligibilitySAT Test Dates (2014-2015) $52.50collegeboard.com

Fee waivers available for eligible students see Mrs. Cruey.

Test DateRegular DeadlineLate Registration (Fee)October 11September 12September 26November 8October 9October 24December 6November 6November 21January 24December 29January 9March 14February 13February 27May 2April 6April 17June 6May 8May 22Tests & EligibilityACT Test Dates (2014-2015) $38 (w/o Writing), $54.50 (w Writing)act.org

Fee waivers available for eligible students see Mrs. Cruey.

Test DateRegular DeadlineLate Registration (Fee)October 25September 19September 20December 13November 7November 8February 7January 9January 10April 18March 13March 14June 13May 8May 9Tests: ACT vs. SATAreaSATACTLength3 hours 45 minutes3 hours 25 minutes (includes optional Writing Test 30 min.)Sections10 sections: 3 Critical Reading, 3 Math, 3 Writing (including essay), 1 experimental (not scored)4 sections: English, Math, Reading, Science1 section: optional WritingSubjectsCritical Reading, Math, WritingEnglish, Math, Reading, Science, Writing (optional)ScoreComparison1/3 Math, 1/3 Reading, 1/3 Writing

English, Math, Reading, ScienceScoringAggregate score 600-2400 based on total of 3 scores 200-800. Score of 0-12 for Essay.Composite score 1-36 based on average of 4 sections. Score 0-12 for optional Essay.PenaltiesPenalties (typically point deducted) for wrong answers.No penalties for wrong answers.http://inlikeme.com/test/sat-vs-act-comparison-chart.htmlTests: ASVABWhat is the ASVAB?The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery Series of tests on 8 or 9 subjects,Assesses suitability for a specific job and which line of work matches your abilities,Not an IQ test,Timed,Conducted at high schools and recruitment centers for the armed forces.

Tests: ASVABASVAB Components and StructureGeneral Science: 25 questions (11 minutes)Arithmetic Reasoning: 30 questions (36 minutes)Word Knowledge: 35 questions (11 minutes)Paragraph Comprehension: 15 questions (13 minutes)Auto & Shop Information: 25 questions (11 minutes)Mathematics Knowledge: 25 questions (24 minutes)Electronics Information: 20 questions (9 minutes)Mechanical Comprehension: 25 questions (19 minutes)

www.study-asvab.com/what-is-the-asvab.html

Eligibility: NCAANCAA Eligibility CenterCertifies whether a prospective college athlete is eligible to play sports at NCAA Division I or II institutions.Students should register at the beginning of their Junior Year but some register later. There is no registration deadline, but students must be cleared before they receive athletic scholarships or compete at Division I or II institutions.Fee $70See Handout for details.College and Career PlanningIf you are considering attending a 4 year or 2 year college, university or technical school:Make a list of schools that interest you.Gather information about each school.Register for the ACT or SAT if you did not take it as a Junior.Visit campuses that you are seriously considering.Apply early.Apply early for financial aid. Pay attention to deadline for your chosen schools. Find out about local, state, and private financial aid and scholarships.Make your decision. Consider your information and weigh your options.College and Career PlanningIf you are considering serving in the Armed Forces:Talk with friends, neighbors, and relatives who have served in various branches of the military.Study the military literature on websites.Evaluate any physical limitations that might prevent you from serving.Compare military training opportunities with possible civilian occupations.Arrange to visit with various military recruitersCompare benefits, tours of duty, training, and promotion opportunities of military programs.

College and Career PlanningIf you are considering Direct Employment:Explore your special abilities and interests.Collect and study materials about writing resumes and letters of application.Consider whether you want to move away from your home region.Talk with individuals working in various occupations that may be of interest to you.Become familiar with major employers in the areas where you are interested in working.Be knowledgeable about the vocational/technical program offerings available at your high school.ACTWorkplace Readiness SkillsPersonal Qualities & People SkillsPositive work ethicIntegrityTeamworkSelf-representationDiversity AwarenessConflict ResolutionCreativity & ResourcefulnessWorkplace Readiness SkillsProfessional Knowledge & SkillsSpeaking & ListeningReading & WritingCritical Thinking & Problem SolvingHealth & SafetyOrganizations, Systems & ClimatesLifelong LearningJob Acquisition & AdvancementTime, Task & Resource ManagementMathematicsCustomer ServiceWorkplace Readiness SkillsTechnology Knowledge & SkillsJob-specific TechnologiesInformation TechnologyInternet Use & SecurityTelecommunicationsInternet & Social Media

Early Decision vs. Early ActionWhat is Early Decision?Binding, Early deadline.

What is Early Action?Non-binding,Early deadlineEarly response.Transcript RequestsObtain an Orange form from Mrs. Crueys door.Fill form out completely.If you are picking up transcripts, include an email or phone number to be contacted by when transcripts are complete.List out of state addresses on the back of the form.Include all forms with your transcript request.If you are also requesting a recommendation, include an academic resume.Allow 7 school days to process (14 days for recommendation letters).Transcript Requests: New FormatParchment

Link via spsk12.netOnline access to most colleges.Signup will begin next week.Scholarships AvailableReview the NRHS Scholarship BulletinOnline:www.spsk12.net/schools/nrhs/Posted under Guidance.Paper (Notebook):English 12 and Government classrooms,Library,Guidance office,Guidance Bulletin BoardSee your counselor for a request form or questions. Submit to Mrs. Cruey 7 days before deadline unless otherwise noted. If submitted online, inform Mrs. Cruey of name of scholarship and date submitted.

Beware of ScamsBeware of websites or advertisements that ask you to pay for college or scholarship searches. Free Sites:collegeboard.comfastweb.comact.orgbigfuture.comvawizard.org (free to all Virginia residents)scholarships.comcollegeview.comcollegequest.comcollegetoolkit.comuscollegesearch.orgQuestionsThank you!