COLLEGE & CAREER GUIDE

2014-2015

A Publication of Millard Public Schools

Dr. Jim Sutfin, Ed.D., Superintendent

Millard Board of Education

Dave Anderson Mike Kennedy

Paul Meyer Mike Pate

Linda Poole Patrick Ricketts

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

The Millard School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, disability, or age, in admission or access to or treatment of employment, or in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Superintendent of Schools, 5606 South 147th Street, Omaha, NE 68137, (402) 715-8200. The Superintendent may delegate this responsibility as needed. Complaints and grievances by School personnel or job applicants regarding discrimination or sexual harassment shall follow the procedures of District Rule 4001.2. Complaints and grievances by students or parents regarding discrimination or sexual harassment shall follow the procedures of District Rule 5010.2.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ..........................................................................................................................1 What to Do If .......................................................................................................................2 Career Planning ....................................................................................................................3 College Planning Calendar ..................................................................................................4 Making a College Choice .....................................................................................................6 College Athletics Eligibility ................................................................................................7 College Entrance Tests ........................................................................................................9 College Testing Schedule ..................................................................................................10 How to Submit Your College Application .........................................................................11 Sample Student Résumé ....................................................................................................12 How to Apply for Financial Aid ........................................................................................13 Glossary of College Terms ................................................................................................14

INTRODUCTION

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Post-secondary preparation plans begin with learning activities in elementary school and progresses throughout middle school and high school. To make post-secondary plans, students must recognize personal qualities such as learning style, personality traits, academic strengths and career interests to set and achieve learning goals that will prepare them for post-secondary options. Millard students complete a Personal Learning Plan (PLP) to guide and document progress toward the self-understanding and learning necessary to establish and prepare for post-secondary goals. The Millard PLP uses Family Connection on the Naviance website to guide students through learning activities to recognize learning styles, personality traits and career interests. In addition, Family Connection provides a place for students to document activities that should be included on a resumé, as well as explore career interests and make post-secondary connections. Parents may monitor and be a collaborative part in their child’s planning through Family Connection. Family Connection offers an on-line resumé, career search and information database, college search, scholarship search, and a list of summer enrichment opportunities. One can take an on-line tour, explore admissions requirements and thoroughly research a college or university through Family Connection. Scholarships and summer opportunities are listed in Family Connection. Also available is a list of visiting college representatives. Juniors and seniors may sign up on-line and print their own pass to meet with admissions representatives in the high school guidance office. Finding a career, a college, or a college major can be overwhelming, but Family Connection is a tool to assist in the process. Access Family Connection/Naviance from a link on your school’s webpage. The Education Quest Planning Center is another resource available to assist with college planning. Education Quest will assist with financial aid and scholarship searches as well as help students with self-discovery activities such as career interest inventories. Services of the planning center are available free of charge at:

Education Quest Foundation 1103 Elm Street Omaha, NE 68144 402-391-4033 www.educationquest.org

The information in this document will guide you through the steps to prepare for post-secondary plans and provides information on additional resources available to assist you.

WHAT TO DO IF…

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• Investigate career and college options with Family Connection. Log on at https://connection.naviance.com.

• Visit several college campuses. Attend the College Fair in October; attend the College Affaire in the spring.

• Meet with college representatives at your high school whenever possible. See Guidance announcements or Family Connection for dates of visits by college representatives.

• Talk to your counselor. Help him/her get to know you so he/she can write informed letters of recommendation.

• Give teachers 2-3 weeks to write letters of recommendation. Give him/her your résumé when you request a recommendation.

• Register for the ACT and/or SAT exam.

• Investigate possible programs on Family Connection at http://connection.naviance.com.

• Make an appointment and visit the institution. Attend the College Fair in October; attend the College Affaire in the May.

• Follow the financial aid process (see page 13).

• Acquaint yourself with computer resources in the Career Center.

• Meet with college representatives at the high school whenever possible.

• Visit your schools career counselor for information on individual programs (electrical, carpentry, etc.).

• Call the appropriate program and make an appointment to investigate what they have to offer.

• Begin your file with Nebraska senators and representative by contacting their offices.

• Submit cards to selected service academies to begin your file.

• Visit an Academy if possible. Summer camps are offered for students between the junior and senior year.

• Check online for applications: United States Military Academy

http://www.usma.edu/ United States Air Force Academy

http://www.usafa.af.mil United States Naval Academy

http://www.usna.edu

• Visit with your counselor to learn more about the application process and visit with academy representatives.

• Take ACT and/or SAT exams and forward scores to senators and representatives.

• Turn in all applications by the deadlines. Selection committees will evaluate all applicants via a personal interview and an application.

• Visit with recruiters who come to your school.

• Visit your school guidance counselor for recruiter contact information.

• Take the ASVAB to determine your skill level in various areas.

• Review your Career Interest Inventory in Family Connection.

• Visit web sites such as: http://www.omaha.com — Omaha World Herald classifieds http://www.dol.nebraska.gov — Nebraska Workforce Development http://rileyguide.com — Riley Guide – major job search sites and short description of each. http://jobbank.com — America’s Job Bank – lists state job service job listings http://www.careerlink.com — Nebraska Career Link http://www.bls.gov/oco — Occupational Outlook Handbook http://www.career.missouri.edu — Career Interest Game

You want to go into the MILITARY

You want to go into a MILITARY ACADEMY

You want to do an APPRENTICESHIP

You want to go into the JOB MARKET

You want to go to a 2-YEAR or TECH SCHOOL

You want to go to a 4-YEAR UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE

CAREER PLANNING

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Before you decide on a post-secondary setting, you should investigate potential career options. Things to consider are interest in a specific career, aptitude for that career, and the job market for that career in the future. You can prepare for the changing job marketplace in a variety of ways:

• Network with parents and adult friends to learn more about the current job market. • Use the career search feature in Family Connection. • Participate in career shadowing experiences. • Visit the reference section of the school library. • Attend the school career fair. • Take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB). • Choose high school courses to investigate a variety of career possibilities. • Seek employment in jobs which are potential career possibilities. • Participate in volunteer experiences related to a possible career choice. • Listen to career speakers in your building whenever possible.

Protect Your Character

Personal choices may affect your career options: • Make sure you conduct yourself so you do not have a legal record. • Your posts on social network sites are public and may be viewed by college

personnel, military, and future employers. Web Sites

Nebraska Department of Labor www.dol.nebraska.gov Bureau of Labor Statistics http://stats.bls.gov America’s Job Bank/Talent Bank www.ajb.dni.us/ Nebraska Career Link www.careerlink.com O’NET http://online.onetcenter.org America’s Service Locator www.servicelocator.org Nebraska Career Connections www.nebraskacareerconnections.org Family Connection http://connection.naviance.com Education Qwest www.educationquest.org

COLLEGE PLANNING CALENDAR

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Junior Year

_____ Log on to Family Connection to update career and college choices. _____ Register for and take the PSAT in October. _____ Meet with college representatives as they visit your school. _____ Determine whether your courses meet college admission requirements. _____ Attend college planning meetings with your parents. _____ Discuss college plans with parents, including financial needs, estimated costs, etc. _____ View college catalogs online via the college web sites. _____ Attend Greater Omaha College Fair. _____ Create/Update your résumé. _____ Schedule individual parent/guardian conferences with your counselor to discuss future goals. _____ Utilize resources in the Guidance Office.

_____ Register for the ACT ** (if wanting to take the ACT multiple times) and/or SAT I and SAT II. See the section on college entrance tests for more specific information (page 9).

_____ Investigate summer experiences, including summer school and college sponsored workshops. _____ Begin scholarship search. _____ Select appropriate senior year courses to meet college requirements. _____ Attend College Affaire. _____ Visit colleges you might want to attend. _____ Take ACT/SAT. ** _____ Register for demanding courses. _____ Visit colleges of your choice.

FALL (September-October-November)

WINTER (December-January-February)

SPRING (March-April-May)

SUMMER (June-July-August)

**Beginning with the 2013-2014 school year, juniors will be taking the ACT exam within the District. The District ACT exam date is April 28, 2015.

COLLEGE PLANNING CALENDAR

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Senior Year

_____ Log on to Family Connection to update career and college choices. _____ Schedule a conference with your counselor to discuss career goals. _____ Register for appropriate college entrance tests. (See the section on college entrance tests for more specific information). _____ Review scholarship options and applications that have fall due dates. Enlist the help of your parents by sharing the guidance news. _____ Attend Greater Omaha College Fair. _____ Update your résumé. _____ Visit colleges you might want to attend. _____ Meet with college representatives when they visit your high school. _____ Allow teachers and counselors 2-3 weeks prior to the deadline date to write your college and scholarship recommendations. _____ Continue using Family Connection Test Preparation tool. _____ Obtain financial aid information from your counselor or the EducationQuest Foundation. _____ Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) financial need analysis form as soon after January 1 as possible. _____ Obtain scholarship applications each week in the counseling office. _____ Attend the Financial Aid Planning and Information Night with your parents. _____ Continue to visit campuses if you’re still undecided about a college. _____ Continue to apply for scholarships. Report to the Guidance Office ALL scholarships you have been offered, even those you will not accept. _____ Register for AP or CLEP tests if applicable. _____ Reply promptly to colleges. Be sure to meet acceptance deadlines. _____ Decide on the college to attend. Be sure to let other schools know that you will not attend. _____ Remember to write thank you notes.

FALL (September-October-November)

WINTER (December-January-February)

SPRING (March-April-May)

MAKING A COLLEGE CHOICE

Connecting with the College That’s Right for You

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Why do you want to go to college?

What do you hope to gain?

What learning opportunities do you need?

What are your goals?

How will college help you achieve these goals?

Factors to consider in choosing a college:

1. Type of college

• Two or four-year college? • Residential or commuter? • Large or small? • College or university?

2. Location

• What area(s) of the country can you realistically consider? • What about the relation between location and costs? • Are specific interests and goals tied to a specific location?

3. Admissions selectivity

• What are the admission requirements? • Are you eligible for admission? • How academically demanding is the school?

4. Costs

• How much will it cost? • What kind of financial aid is available? • How do you apply for financial aid?

5. Majors and programs

• Does the school offer the major you want? • Does the school offer you the chance to explore several areas of interest? • Does the school have internships? Exchange programs? Study abroad?

6. Social life

• What is the campus atmosphere like? • What extracurricular activities are available?

COLLEGE ATHLETICS ELIGIBILITY

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Students who wish to compete as freshmen on college athletic teams after completion of high school must meet established eligibility guidelines from the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), or the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). Information concerning eligibility for each of these organizations can be found on the following websites: NCAA: http://eligibilitycenter.org/ECWR2/NCAA_EMS/NCAA.html NAIA: www.naia.org NJCAA: www.njcaa.org NCAA Student athletes who wish to participate in NCAA Division I or Division II sports MUST BE CERTIFIED by the NCAA Eligibility Center which will analyze individual academic information to determine if a student meets NCAA eligibility requirements. DON’T DELAY THIS PROCESS – if a student is uncertain about participation in Division I or II it is best to complete this process anyway. This process does NOT bind a student to participate; however, it is a necessary procedure should a student elect to participate. Failure to be certified may affect visitations to colleges regarding athletics, and college coaches may be reluctant to make commitments to athletes who have not completed the NCAA initial-eligibility certification. Students are encouraged to visit with a counselor to review the policies which will affect them. Athletes or their parents are encouraged to obtain additional references pertaining to student athletes. The best single reference is 2014-2015 NCAA Guide for the College Bound Student Athlete published by the NCAA Eligibility Center, PO Box 7136, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46207-7136. The toll-free phone number is (877) 262-1492; Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern time. This document is also available online at www.ncaa.org.

NCAA Freshman-Eligibility Standards Quick Reference Information Core Courses

• NCAA Division I requires 16 core courses. NCAA Division I requires 10 core courses to be completed prior to the seventh semester, seven of the 10 must be a combination of English, math or natural or physical science that meet the distribution requirement. These 10 courses become “locked in” at the seventh semester and cannot be retaken for grade improvement. See the chart on page 8 for the breakdown of the complete 16 core-course requirement.

o Beginning August 1, 2016, it will be possible for a Division I college-bound student-athlete to still receive athletics aid and the ability to practice with the team if he or she fails to meet the 10 course requirement, but would not be able to compete.

• NCAA Division II requires 16 core courses for students enrolling on or after August 1, 2013. See the breakdown of core-course requirements on page 8.

Test Scores

• Division I has a sliding scale for test score and grade-point average. • Division II has a minimum SAT score requirement of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68. • The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The writing

section of the SAT is not used. • The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the four sections on the ACT: English, mathematics,

reading and science. • All SAT and ACT scores must be reported directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center by the testing

agency. Test scores that appear on transcripts will not be used. When registering for the SAT or ACT, use the Eligibility Center code of 9999 to make sure the score is reported to the Eligibility Center.

Grade-Point Average

• Only core courses are used in the calculation of the grade-point average. • Be sure to look at your high school’s list of NCAA-approved core courses on the Eligibility Center’s web

site to make certain that courses being taken have been approved as core courses. The website is www.eligibilitycenter.org.

• Division I grade-point-average requirements are based on an index that matches the combined SAT or ACT sum score to the grade point average. The index scale is available through the Counseling or Activities

COLLEGE ATHLETICS ELIGIBILITY

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Office or the NCAA web site. Division I GPA required to be eligible for competition on or after August 1, 2016, is 2.30 (corresponding test-score requirements are listed on the index scale.)

• The Division II grade-point-average requirement is a minimum of 2.00.

Amateurism Certification Students who enroll at an NCAA Division I or II institution for the first time need to also complete the amateurism questionnaire through the Eligibility Center web site. Students need to request final amateurism certification prior to enrollment. Division III Student athletes who wish to participate in NCAA Division III are not currently certified by the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse. Those wanting to participate in Division III athletics should contact the Division III institutions of interest regarding their policies on admission, financial aid, athletic eligibility, practice and competition. In Division III, certification of an individual’s amateurism status is completed by each college or university, not the Eligibility Center. NAIA The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics requires a participant in athletics during the first year in school to meet two of three basic education requirements. 1. Achieve a minimum of 18 on the ACT or 860 on the SAT. The ACT/SAT test must be taken on a national

testing date. The SAT score of 860 must be achieved on the Critical Reading and Math sections of the SAT and must be achieved on a single test.

2. All SAT and ACT scores must be reported directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center by the testing agency. Test scores that appear on transcripts will not be used. When registering for the SAT or ACT, use the Eligibility Center code of 9876 to make sure the score is reported to the Eligibility Center

3. Achieve a minimum overall high school grade point average of 2.000 on a 4.000 scale. 4. Graduate in the top half of his/her high school graduating class. 5. Visit www.CoreCourseGPA.com to help determine eligibility.

NJCAA The National Junior College Athletic Association requires a participant in athletics to meet the following criteria. 1. A student-athlete must be a graduate of a high school with an academic diploma or a General Education

diploma. 2. Please note that current high school athletes may not try out at a NJCAA member college prior to

graduating from high school unless existing State High School Activities Association regulations in the student-athlete’s home state permit such tryouts to occur.

Division I 16 Core Courses

4 years of English 3 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher) 2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of

lab if offered by high school) 1 years of additional English, mathematics or

natural/physical science 2 years of social science 4 years of additional courses (from any area

above, foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy)

Note: Courses with similar content may be deemed duplicative by the NCAA Eligibility Center.

Division II 16 Core Courses

3 years of English 2 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher) 2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of

lab if offered by high school) 3 year of additional English, mathematics or

natural/physical science 2 years of social science 4 years of additional courses (from any area

above, foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy)

COLLEGE ENTRANCE TESTS

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Almost all colleges require tests for admission. Others may use the results for placement in courses or programs. Registration packets for all tests are available in the counseling office. ACT is used by the vast majority of colleges in the Midwest. It is the primary test used to determine Regents Scholarship winners in the University of Nebraska system (UNL, UNO, and UNK). Beginning with the 2013-2014 school year, juniors will be taking the ACT exam within the District. The District ACT exam date is April 28, 2015.

SAT is used more extensively by East Coast, West Coast, some southern colleges, and the military academies. Some selective admission colleges may require the SAT II’s, which are specific tests in a certain curriculum area. If you are not sure about the appropriate test, ask your counselor or refer to the specific college website or a general college handbook.

1. Research has shown the scores increase in a high percentage of cases when a student retakes the test a second or even a third time. Colleges and scholarships will use your highest set of scores; so you have nothing to lose by retaking the test.

2. Register early to make it possible to schedule testing at your home high school. Check

for schools that are SAT test centers.

3. Seniors – If you have not tested for the first time, register for the October date. Consider October through December as retake dates. Senior testing after December is too late for most purposes.

4. Juniors – In addition to the ACT taken by all Millard juniors in April, you are strongly encouraged to take the PSAT in October and the SAT in the spring.

Advanced Placement® (AP) tests are given in May at your high school. Tests are scored 1-5 (5 is the highest). Policies for granting credit vary from college to college. Most colleges post their AP credit policies online. Search the college website for specific College Board AP credit policies.

Types of Tests and Which Tests To Take:

Important Notes:

Advanced Placement®:

2014-2015

COLLEGE TESTING SCHEDULE

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Online Registration – Testing Schedule for College Entrance Exams Navigate to: ACT www.actstudent.org SAT www.collegeboard.org

• Check tests, dates, and registration deadlines. • Register for test. • Pay test fees with a credit card.

High School Code Number Use the following code number for the high school you attend, regardless of where you take the test: Millard South – 281505 Millard North – 281506 Millard West – 281723

LIFE SAVING HINTS FOR TESTING

• Use the test preparation tool on Family Connection.

• Enroll in a test preparation course. See school counseling office for information.

• Study the test preparation book provided in the application

packet.

• Get a good night’s sleep and eat breakfast before the test.

• Arrive early. Don’t forget photo ID, admission ticket, and an approved calculator.

HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR COLLEGE APPLICATION

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Unless you are sure you want to attend one specific college, it may be to your advantage to apply to several. When you decide on the colleges to which you wish to apply, follow the simple steps below. Important Note About Teacher or Counselor Recommendations: If recommendations are needed, ask a counselor or teacher who knows you well at least 2-3 weeks in advance of any deadlines. Update your résumé in Family Connection. Providing the teacher with information about yourself and ample time to write their letter can enhance the recommendation. Give them a copy of your résumé. (see page 12) Final Transcripts: Most colleges and vocational schools require a final transcript. Counselors will give instructions on how to request final transcripts in May. Failure to do this will cause complications in the summer or during the fall semester when you register for college classes. ACT and SAT scores are not part of the official transcript. These scores must be requested and sent directly from ACT or SAT.

FOUR EASY STEPS

STEP 1: Complete a “Release of Information” form in the counseling office which gives the school permission to send your high school transcripts. Pay a “ONE TIME” $5.00 Transcript Fee to your high school which pays postage and clerical costs for unlimited transcripts.

STEP 2: Complete the college application on line. If the application requires teacher or counselor recommendations, arrange for those immediately. Some colleges have early admission deadlines, as early as mid-November.

STEP 3: Pay the application fee if a fee is required. Do not send cash!

STEP 4: Follow your school’s policy to request transcripts.

SAMPLE STUDENT RÉSUMÉ

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(Your résumé should include this information in any format you choose)

Pat Brown Millard North High School 99921 Pacific Street Omaha, NE 68154 Omaha, NE 68154 Phone: (402) 715-1365 Home Phone: (402) 555-5555 Educational Objective: Nursing G.P.A 3.60 Class Rank 62/450 Test Scores PSAT 178 SAT V 620 ACT Eng. 25 Reading 26 Comp 25 M 640 Math 24 Sci Rea 24 Leader Positions and Offices Held Activity Office Grade Hours/Month Senior Class Board 12 Junior Class Board Representative 11 15 Student Advisory Committee Committee Head 11 3 (forensics) Memberships and Other Activities Club/Activity Grade Hours Explorers Group Medical Division 11 4/mo. Lighting Director of Fall 2002 Musical 11 20 Technical Crew – 2002 One-Act Play Contest 11 10 National Honor Society 11 4/mo. 2001 Fall Musical 10 35 Church Youth Group 9, 10, 11 6 mo. Forensics (National and State League) 9, 10, 11 8/mo. Junior Achievement 9 8/mo. Environmental Club 9 4/mo. Honors and Awards Awards Place Division Grade National Honor Society Inducted 11 Nebraska Scholars Institure Qualified 11 District Speech Competition 2nd Persuasive Speaking 11 National Qualifying Tournament 2nd Duo Interpretation 11 Greater Omaha Youth Council Scholarship 11 Nebraska Student Congress Speaker Award 10 District Speech Competition 1st Entertainment Speaking 10 2nd Oral Interpr. Of Drama 10 State Speech Competition 4th Entertainment Speaking 10 2nd Oral Interpr. Of Drama 10 National Qualifying Tournament 1st Student Congress 10 District Speech Competition 5th Entertainment Speaking 9 Academic Letter G.P.A of 4.0 9 Volunteer Organization Activity Grade Hours Food Bank Stocker 11, 12 3/wk. Salvation Army Bell Ringer 11, 12 5 Work Experience Employer Job Title Hour per Week Length of Job ITI Telemarketer 18 9/mo. Learning Center Child Care 15 13/mo.

HOW TO APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID

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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) available in November will put you into consideration for FEDERAL financial aid and college aid. Occasionally certain colleges will request a supplemental form in addition to the FAFSA. If so, the college will supply the form. Mail the FAFSA as soon as possible after January 1. Every year you attend college you may file a paper copy, but electronic filing is preferable. Access the FAFSA at http://www.educationquest.org and http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. Do not mail it to the processing center before January 1. If your parents do not file tax information until late March, you should file estimated tax information. Do NOT wait until March or April to process a financial aid application. Late applications are the #1 reason for receiving a reduced financial aid package or, quite frequently, receiving NO aid at all. When you file the FAFSA, you have the option of indicating which colleges are to receive the analysis. Send the analysis to all colleges you are considering, because it is difficult to add colleges later. Be sure to sign the application! COLLEGES WILL NOT BEGIN ANY FINANCIAL AID CONSIDERATIONS FOR A STUDENT UNLESS THEY HAVE AN APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION ON FILE! Approximately eight to ten weeks, or sooner if submitted electronically, after you send in your application, you will receive the Student Aid Report (S.A.R.). Save this form (all pages) because you will need to submit it to the college of your choice.

LIFE SAVING TIPS FOR FINANCIAL AID

• File electronically (preferred) for FAFSA as soon as possible after January 1.

• Do NOT wait until March or April...this is too late and often results in NO financial aid.

• Send to all colleges you are considering (hard to add colleges later).

• SIGN THE APPLICATION!

• When received, save the Student Aid Report (S.A.R.)…it’s needed to submit to the college of your choice.

NOTE: College financial aid directors have some discretion and options for the financial aid awarded by their institution. If you have any unusual or unique financial situations, or if you wish to appeal the financial aid decision, contact the financial aid department of the college.

GLOSSARY OF COLLEGE TERMS

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Advanced Standing: Credit or advanced placement for freshmen who have done previous high-level high

school or college work or scored high on advanced placement tests. Associate Degree: Degree granted for completion of a course of study, usually two to three years at a

community college or junior college. Audit: Attending a course without getting credit for it. Baccalaureate Degree: Bachelor’s degree awarded for completion of an undergraduate curriculum, usually

four years in length. College Work Study: A federal financial aid program providing on and off campus employment. Credit Hour: A three-credit course usually represents three credit hours per week or three one-hour

classes. The system of assigning a given number of credits to a college course. Doctorate: Highest academic degree awarded by a college or university of advanced graduate

study. Early Decision: A student applies to first-choice college early in their senior year and agrees to

withdraw all other applications to enroll at that college if accepted. This usually involves an earlier registration deadline and a binding agreement with the college. A non-binding process allows accepted candidates until a designated date to accept or decline offer of admission.

Financial Aid Director: The person in charge of determining monetary assistance for college expense. This

person usually has some discretion to adjust a financial aid package or make other decisions relative to a student’s financial aid.

Liberal Arts: Courses in humanities, social sciences, and the abstract sciences as opposed to

technical or professional subjects. Major: Subject in which a student takes the greatest concentration of courses. Master’s Degree: Degree conferred for completion of a program of postgraduate work, usually lasting

for one or two years. Minor: Subject in which a student takes the second greatest concentration of courses. Post-Secondary: The college and career activities you do after high school. Registrar: University official who keeps records of enrollment and academic standings. Rolling Admission: Policy adopted by colleges under which students can be accepted throughout the

school year rather than only in the spring. Undergraduate: A student who is attending college who has not yet earned a degree.

Millard Horizon High School http://mps.mhhs.schoolfusion.us

402-715-8468

Group Counselor

Guidance: Amanda

Parker Secretaries: Mary Liebherr

Rosemary Paskach

Millard North High School http://mpsmnhs.schoolfusion.us

402-715-1379

Alpha Group Counselor

A-Bt Laurie Stackhouse (Dept. Chair)

Bu-Fen Paul Gabel Feo-Hud Carmen Hippen Hue-Mac Loel Schettler Mad-Pe Jillian Depue Pf-Stac Jodi Therkelsen Stad-Z Andy Hahn Community Counselor: Peggy Breard

Secretaries: Susan Reinholz

Dee Dee Barr Robin Breedlove

Millard South High School http://mpsmshs.schoolfusion.us 402-715-8432 or 402-715-8436

Alpha Group Grade Counselor

A-Co/P-Sl 11th & 12th Sheri Harrach (Dept. Chair)

Cr-La 9th & 10th Jill Prochaska Cr-La 11th & 12th Joe Mlnarik

Le-O/Sm-Z 9th & 10th Emily Townsend

A-Co/P-Sl 9th & 10th Kelli Crump Le-O/Sm-Z 11th & 12th Laura Powers Community Counselor: Kelly Latimer

Secretaries: Terry Langer

Jan Grazziano

Millard West High School http://mwhs.schoolfusion.us

402-715-6015

Domain Counselor

Academic: Maureen Zohlen Teresa Martindale

Student Support: Dellyn Feighner Susan Hancock

Post-Secondary:

Linda Brewer (Dept. Chair)

Amy Reoh Vicky Munoz Students are not assigned a

particular counselor. Contact a domain counselor for

assistance.

Community Counselor: Michelle Brady

Secretaries: Kerri Fusselman

Brenda Cary Michelle Rooney

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