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Junior Parent College Night Herron High School Thursday, October 2 nd , 2014 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Senior Parent College Night Herron High School Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Junior Parent College NightHerron High SchoolThursday, October 2nd, 2014
5:30 7:00 PMResponsibilities: It takes everyone, a team, parents, students, teachers, Dean of Advising, assistants.1Katie Dorsey Academic Advisor10th Grade, A-K11th Grade, All
[email protected] ext.1114
Junior Parent College NightAGENDA
Junior YearCollege Admissions Tests: SAT and ACTThe College SearchCollege Application PreparationFinancial Aid BasicsSenior YearInsider TipsQ + A Throughout
Junior Year
Junior Year: Graduation ProgressCore 40 vs. Core 40 with Academic HonorsCore 40Core 40 with AD8 credits of English6 credits of Math6 credits of Science6 credits of Social Studies5 credits of Directed Electives (Languages, Fine Arts)2 credits of PE1 credit of Health6 credits of other Elective creditsMeet all Core 40 requirements6 World Language credits (6 in 1 language or 4 credits each in 2 languages)2 additional Math Credits (Pre-Cal)2 Fine Arts Credits 1 of the following: 4 AP credits 2 Dual credits 2 AP / 1 Dual credits High test scores - GPA of 2.7 or higher at graduationJunior Year: Strong AcademicsWhen students apply to college in the fall of senior year, the last grades that will be present on the transcript are from junior year.
Colleges look at grade trends hopefully upward trends! How a student does in 11th grade is more important than how a student did in 9th.
As and Bs are very important for getting in to college.
- Regular, pro-active Office HoursStudents should show up with a planOrganization and goal settingNegotiated PowerSchool monitoring Connection with Advisory Teacher Using Remediation and Late Passes Distraction-free studying every night even if no homework
Junior Year: What if my student is struggling? - We encourage students to be meaningfully involved and develop leadership roles in at least one extracurricular. Herron clubs and sportsCommunity organizationsCommunity serviceFaith-based groups
Consider part-time employment for students who have the time.
- Balance and joy!
Junior Year: Get involved!Q + A
College Admissions Tests:PSAT, SAT, and ACT
PSAT/NMSQT: October 15th! Practice test THIS Saturday at 8:00 a.m.The PSAT scores are not sent to colleges, but the test in important as practice SAT and to qualify juniors for the National Merit Scholarship competition.
Students should carefully investigate their PSAT scores (sent in the mail in December) using the log-in code! College Admissions Tests: PSAT, SAT and ACT
Nearly all colleges require the SAT or ACTMost colleges accept either the SAT and ACTRegister online at least 6 weeks in advanceTests administered on Saturday morningsFee ($51 SAT; $52.50 ACT) or waiver from Advising Office Score reporting: 4 free approx. $12.00 additional Resource students Accommodations availableCollege Admissions Tests: SAT and ACT Colleges will take the best. Three scores, not two. So compare apples to apples. Student ex: A college stated 1240 (CR and M) and he thought he would have no problem getting in b/c he had a 1280. But his 1280 was a compilation of 3 tests.13The SAT consists of three parts: 1. Critical Reading2. Mathematics 3. Writing Each section is scored from 200-800. Perfect score = 2400
**New test format released spring 2016 wont impact current 11th graders. www.collegeboard.orgCollege Admissions Tests: SAT- Scholastic Aptitude TestSAT Scholastic Aptitude Test www.collegeboard.com
NOV 6 deadline this Friday.Dec. 4 and Jan 22 (very late for admissions, but maybe not for financial aid considerations.)Planning for College, Finding college, comparing, application calendar, college essays, college guides, paying for college and scholarship searches.
15The ACT consists of five parts:
1. English2. Mathematics 3. Reading4. Science5. Writing
The entire ACT test is scored from 16 to 36.
Perfect score = 36College Admissions Tests:ACT American College TestACT American College Testwww.act.org
Oct 23Dec 11 and Feb 12. very late as well.
17College Admissions Tests: SAT and ACT 11th graders should plan to test in late winter or early spring allowing them to best utilize PSAT scores.
Some have already tested / will test in the coming months great! The SAT/ACT Testing Plan for Students
Plan A: Take both tests Junior year; compare; study; retake strongest test
Plan B: Take SAT or ACT Junior year; review scores; study; retake (double check test preference for colleges/universities of choice)
**All students MUST take the SAT or ACT in their 11th grade year!
**Students sign up with their parents / guardians online for a date and location most convenient College Admissions Tests: SAT and ACT Why take the test again?*Broaden the scope of college acceptances
*Possible higher scholarship category
*Most colleges will superscore the SAT
Apr CR 430 Math 580 Writing 370 [1380]Oct CR 440 Math 560 Writing 390 [1390]
Superscore will be 1410College Admissions Tests: SAT and ACT Comfort of knowing what to expect the second time may reduce test anxiety.20CollegeBoard.org and Act.org: practice tests, questions of the dayOnline prep: Khan Academy, number2.com, testive.comPaper practice tests: available at Advising OfficeComprehensive prep books: Advising, Library, Half-Price Books Classes / tutors for a fee Princeton Review; Kaplan; local agencies and private companies ; online webinars Naviance new website with customized study plan How to PrepareCollege Admissions Tests: SAT and ACT Q + A
The College Search
The College Search: Making the long list In the Junior Year, it is time for students to compile the long list of schools to which they might apply. This is not a final application list. The more options, the better!
To find schools to add to their lists, students should explore their own preferences, make-or-break criteria, and their academic data. The College Search: Make-or-Break Criteria to ConsiderAnticipated College Major/MinorCareer Assessments in English 11 or AP Lang in October/NovemberOnline research Job Shadowing Favorite classes / subject areas / hobbies / passions / talents Mymajors.com
*It is okay to be an undeclared applicant but there may be scholarship money tied to specific programs.
*50% of college students change their majors 1-3 times.
Two way street to find the right college. STUDENT and COLLEGE criteria.
XXXXX from booklet25The College Search: Make-or-Break Criteria to Consider2) College Type- Public / Private - Not-for-profit / For profit- Liberal Arts and Sciences- Technical or Vocational - 4-year or 2-year
3) Location- In-state / Out-of-state ($$) - Urban / Suburban / Rural- Distance from homeTwo way street to find the right college. STUDENT and COLLEGE criteria.
XXXXX from booklet26The College Search: Make-or-Break Criteria to Consider4) Size- Small schools: 1,000 5,000 Wabash, Earlham, St. Marys, Butler - Medium schools: 5,000 15,000 University of Indianapolis, IU extension campuses, Notre Dame, Indiana State- Large schools: 15,000+ Ball State, IUPUI, Purdue, IU
Two way street to find the right college. STUDENT and COLLEGE criteria.
XXXXX from booklet27The College Search: Make-or-Break Criteria to Consider5) Cost - In-state / Out-of-state- Scholarships- Grants- Loans
6) Campus Characteristics- Class size- Professors / TAs- Research focus- Campus activities / extracurriculars / athletics
Two way street to find the right college. STUDENT and COLLEGE criteria.
XXXXX from booklet28The College Search: Make-or-Break Criteria to Consider7) Demographics- Religious Affiliation- Diversity- Gender ratios
8) Housing Options- On campus / commuter- Dorms - Fraternities / Sororities
Two way street to find the right college. STUDENT and COLLEGE criteria.
XXXXX from booklet29How to Find Colleges That Meet Your Criteria- Online searchesACT www.act.org/collegesearchPetersons College Search www.Petersons.comCollege Prowler www.collegeprowler.comCollegeBoard www.collegeboard.org(Click on College Search BigFuture)College websites video toursCollege visits (2 per year!) College fairs and college representatives at HHSBooks in the Herron HS Advising officeColleges that Change Lives: http://www.ctcl.org/colleges/listUS News & World Report rankingsPeer mentors The College SearchPlanning College Visits
Schedule with Admissions OfficeTake a tour (even if you student has been to the campus before)Attend a Junior Preview Day Treat the day like an interview both for you and for the school!Your student should send a thank-you if he/she met with an Admissions Rep or had an interviewOvernight options / activities Consider demonstrated interest if a competitive school
The College SearchDecide on a Group of CollegesStudent: SAT 1200 / GPA 3.98
1) SAFETY - Schools to which you will get accepted and should have strong scholarship options.Ball State: Average SAT 1060 (CR and M Only) / GPA 3.5
2) TARGET - Schools to which you should get accepted but there are no guarantees.Indiana University: Average SAT 1170 / GPA 3.67
3) REACH Schools to which you might get accepted but it is going to be difficult.University of Notre Dame: Average SAT 1425 / GPA 3.94The College Search
www.cappex.com/collegesQ + A
College Application Preparation
College Application PreparationApplications dont go live until August 1 of a students senior year
There are several pieces of the application allowing for a holistic review. Transcript / Diploma (Parchment Account) GPATest ScoresHonors / AwardsExtra-curricular activitiesLeadership rolesCommunity involvement / serviceSummer experiences Jobs / Internships Disciplinary / Attendance ConcernsLetters of RecommendationSecondary School Report Essay (1st Writing assignment of senior year English)
Many components to the application. Its more than an application. Its a package.
36The Application 3 ways to submit it to the collegeCollege Application PreparationUse the Common Application for over 500 (!) colleges Complete the application online at the college websiteDownload the application from the college website, fill it out and mail it back to them (RARE!)
Many components to the application. Its more than an application. Its a package.
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www.commonapp.orgQ + A
Financial Aid Basics
Financial Aid BasicsMerit-Based Scholarships and Grants- Colleges and outside sources; do not have to repay- Largest sums of money come directly from colleges and universities. - Other scholarships can be identified through community connections, Herrons newsletter, websites like www.fastweb.com
Need-Based Grants and Loans FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student AidEFC Estimated Family ContributionGrants, i.e. Pell do not have to repayFederally subsidized student loansUnsubsidized student loansWork-study Private parent loans
Overview41Financial Aid BasicsFAFSA Night in January of 11th and 12th gradeFile FAFSA by March 1 of your students Senior YearMust have taxes completed to file Colleges will then issue a final Financial Aid Package in the spring of senior year, including: ScholarshipsGrantsLoansWork-StudyOut-of-pocket Costs
Compare apples to apples
http://www.indianacollegecosts.org/http://netpricecalculator.collegeboard.org/Overview42Q + A
Senior Year
Senior YearAll Herron students take all 5 cores - all 8 semesters of high school. HHS does not have early graduation. English 12 or AP LitNext Math class (Alg II, PreCal, AP Calc AB or BC / AP Stats / Finite Math)Cell Bio and Forensics / Chem / AP Chem / AP Physics / AP EnvironmentalAP Human Geography / European HistoryNext Latin class / Greek
Two electives: capstone classes in content areas (French IV, AP Studio, Adv Choir), double-up in core classes, explore new interests
Internships via application: 1 or 2 class periods. Apply in spring of 2015. Insider Tips (from Herron staff/faculty who have recently had children in the 11th grade!)
Nudge and encourage, but don't do it for them!Its important to prepare for the SAT / ACT. Plan on re-taking the tests! It was very helpful to visit some colleges during Spring Break last year. It got his brain started thinking about where he could see himself.The college application process takes time. It cant happen over night. Katie Dorsey 11th Grade Academic [email protected] ext. 1114
Dr. Deborah Cooney 12th Grade Academic Advisor, Assistant Head of [email protected] ext. 1104
Jane Hagenauer Registrar and Advising [email protected] ext. 1105
Junior Parent College NightHerron High SchoolThank you for your participation this evening!
