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WELCOME SENIOR
PARENTS!!!The Journey Begins Here!!!
PARENTS… Is this your first child entering college?
Are you nervous? Overwhelmed? Don’t know where to begin?
WE are here to help!!!
Use your resources!
Start Early!
Watch those deadlines! They are closer than you think!
IMPORTANT PEOPLE!!!
Janelle Appleby- A-Cla
Debbie Harding- Cle-Gi
Cindy Stanford- Gla-Le
Kimberly Schmidt- Li-O
Debra Roland- P-Se
Kristina Holder- Sh-Z
Counselor Intern- Elizabeth Jablonski
MORE IMPORTANT
PEOPLE!!! Elsa Cruz- Go Center Technician
Monica Bennett- Counseling Secretary
PTA/Project Graduation
OC Graduates
College Representatives
Military Representatives
SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP
S… Monica Bennett- Counselor Secretary- Turn in
awards to Mrs. Bennett Copy of confirmation letter with dollar amount is
required Dollar amounts are not listed or announced at
graduation or in addendum One scholarship will be announced at graduation Listen to announcements for deadlines!!! Report all awarded scholarships EVEN if you do
not accept.
PROJECT GRADUATION
… PTA- Lt Col.Tommy Fisher
Safe place to celebrate night of graduation
Time Warner Park
Transportation provided to and from event
Fun games, food and prizes
Cost- $40 (Until May 30th); $65 (May 31st)
Sign up tonight !!!
Register by Dec. 31st to be eligible for $100. gift card drawing
2011-2012Sandra Day O’Connor High SchoolHelotes, Texas
SENIOR CONFERENCE
IMPORTANT INFORMATIO
N Graduation Status Report (GSR) and Transcript Diploma Forms AAR/Transcript Release Forms Career Information JR/SR Guidebook SAT/ACT Dates Senior Portfolio Visits to Career Center begin this week!
NISDCOLLEGE
NIGHT When: Monday, October 24, 2011
Where: UTSA
Time: 6:00pm-8:30pm
Come speak to College Representatives for the schools you are interested in applying.
Wear your favorite college t-shirt to school on Oct. 24th.
SAT TESTING DATES
sat.collegeboard.org/register
ALL SENIORS!REPORT TO THE CAREER CENTER FOR MORE INFO.
OHS Testing Dates:
October 1, 2011
December 3, 2011
March 10, 2012
Sign Up Today on:
ACT DATES
www.actstudent.orgYou Can Sign up for the ACT at:
OHS ACT TEST DATES
October 22, 2011
April 14, 2012
SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
ACT NOW!
FEE WAIVERS
Fee waivers are available for students who cannot afford the fees associated with the SAT or ACT.
Fee waiver also good for college application.
Please see Mrs. Cruz in the Career Center if you think you qualify.
THEA
All students entering a Texas 2 or 4 Year public college or university must take the THEA PRIOR to enrolling
in college level courses.
If you feel you are eligible for an exemption from this test, visit the testing or advising office of your college
choice(s) before you register for the test so that your status for exemption can be determined.
Accuplacer is the alternate form of the test. The test is available online with immediate results.
Texas Higher Education Assessment
www.thea.nesinc.com
AAR EXAMPLE
COLLEGE APPLICATION
SThe Common Application
www.commonapp.org
Accepted by over 400 private and public college and universities nationwide
Apply Texas www.applytexas.org
Accepted by every Texas Public University, plus some private and two-year schools.
REMINDERS:*Check websites of individual schools for deadlines & specific
information regarding scholarships, housing, etc.*Application fees apply for each school
COLLEGE ESSAYA Reflection of You…
Communicate effectively.
Don’t lie, exaggerate, or make things up.
Always read and follow instructions.
Avoid submitting your application late.
Proofread your essay.
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATIO
N Complete “The Packet” (available in the counseling office or online).
Include as much specific information as possible (unique experiences, overcoming difficult circumstances, etc.).
Include a resume, student brag sheet, parent brag sheet, teacher evaluation sheets.
Request a letter at least two weeks in advance.
Only send if the application requires it.
TRANSCRIPTS
Request transcripts in the registrar’s office.
Consent for Release forms must be signed by a parent if student is under 18 years old.
Senior Schedule will be included with transcript.
SAT/ACT/AP test scores will NOT be included on transcript (only included for scholarship purposes).
Know your deadlines: 3-5 day processing time for transcripts.
1st transcript is free, after that they are $2.00 each.
6th semester GPA & rank used for applications will be released in October.
Mailing transcripts is the student’s responsibility.
NATIONAL COLLEGIATEATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
All Student-Athletes must register with the NCAA Eligibility Clearinghouse
Requirements:
- Graduation from high school
- Have a minimum GPA of 2.0 in 14 core academic courses
- Must take SAT or ACTwww.NCAA.org
NEW:
Credit Retrieval, Night School and other non-traditional courses will not be accepted by the NCAA.
Check with your college for more information.
NATIONAL COLLEGIATE
ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
TYPES OF FINANCIAL
AIDEGrants
Scholarships
Loans
Work Study
FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL
STUDENT AID (FAFSA)
The FAFSA is your key to getting financial aid.
Here are some things you should know in order to be ready!
Fill out a FAFSA even if you think you won’t qualify for federal aid. Some schools won’t consider a student for the school’s merit scholarships until the student has submitted a FAFSA! Most scholarships require you to fill out a FAFSA!
Before January 1st: Get a Federal Student Aid PIN www.pin.ed.gov Write it down! You need this to “sign” your online FAFSA. Keep it safe!
After January 1st: Complete the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.gov
FREE Workshop – TBD in February 2012 – Watch OC webpage
SENIOR PORTFOLIO
College Information
Applications
Standardized Test Scores
Scholarships
Financial Aid
Resume
Personal Statement/Essay
Campus Visits
Career Planning
NCAA
Courtesy of the O’Connor Counseling Department
Stay Organized!!Don’t miss deadlines!!
RESOURCES:
Free scholarship matching service
Matches users to scholarships based on their qualifications
Also provides information and current news on financial aid, scholarships, college, jobs and internships, and student life.
Fastweb is tailored to your needs and is committed to providing every student with the tools necessary to fund their higher education goals.
http://www.fastweb.com
RESOURCES:
A new place for you with all the information and support you need to make going to college a reality.
*College Admission Assistance*Financial Aid Guidance
*Career Exploration*College Applications
*Advising*SAT & ACT Preparation
Cafécollege131 El Paso Street
eDiscover:Interest InventoriesCollege SearchesCareer Exploration
CAREER CENTER
RESOURCES:
SAT/ACT Information
Scholarship Information
College Applications
Financial Aid
Military Careers
And Much More!!!
OC
SCHOLARSHIP SCAMSHOW TO TELL THE GOOD
FROM THE BAD!
Scammer:
You’ve won an award for which you didn’t apply.
Does not supply valid contact information.
Guarantees you will win an award.
Requires personal financial information (credit card numbers, bank account number) to “hold” a scholarship.
Legitimate Service:
Sends information about awards when you request it.
Makes contact information available upon request.
DOES NOT guarantee you will win an award.
Should not direct you to a fee-based provider because they know info is available for free.
Scam Site - www.fafsa.comLegitimate site – www.fafsa.org
OTHER OPTIONS AFTER HIGH SCHOOL
Going for Further Training
Private trade
Technical
Business
Vocational Schools
Going Immediately to Work
Research job outlook and future marketability
Going into the Military
Can provide career skills training
Can provide funding for college
SENIOR YEAR REMINDERS
Know your college application instructions & deadlines.
Know SAT/ACT registration deadlines.
Request test scores from testing agency.
Know your financial aid application requirements & complete your FAFSA after January 1st.
Request transcripts (3-5 days to process).
Request letters of recommendation in a timely manner.
Complete scholarship applications.
Avoid Senior Slack!!!
Q & A