Marian High SchoolJUNIOR NIGHT

MARCH 27, 2012

AGENDASpring 2012 tasksPSAT, SAT, ACTNaviance ToolCollege VisitsCollege SelectionEssaysReferencesSummer Tasks

Spring 2012Verify that student’s course selection is on

track with intended diploma type. (core 40, Academic Honors Diploma)Also in line with career and college goals

Identify Top College SelectionsTake the SAT (May or June) or ACT test in

June ACT once SAT 2-3 times

Register with NCAA Clearing House if student plans to play Division I or II sports in college.

PSAT Tests & Prep CoursesSTUDENTS TOOK PSAT BOTH AS SOPHOMORES AND

JUNIORS. COLLEGE BOARD WEBSITE has a tool to individualize

study plan based on when you want to test . There is also a personal log into the prior PSAT results to review and learn from mistakes made previously.collegeboard.com

JEMA Academics, Janet Farias, B.S Ed., M.S. $150 for group classes and materials. Contact 574-229-4851 or E-mail EandJFarais @aol.com. Located Southside of South Bend.

Holy Cross College for Math or English $79.00 plus book @ 239-8364 or www.hcc-nd.edu an go to continuing education home page.

Comparison of SAT & ACTSAT is a predicator of future academic

potential.

ACT is a tool to measure knowledge.

Most 4 year colleges require one as a part of application process.

May take more than once. Many schools take best of scores. Check your individual school to confirm this.

SAT

Test DATE

Registration Deadline

Fees Late Registration

Late Fee

May 5, 2012 April 6th $49.00 April 20, 2012

$26.00

June 2, 2012

May 8th 49.00 May 22, 2012 $26.00/Standby $42.00

SAT TEST

ACT TEST TEST DATE

REGISTRATION DEADLINE

FEES LATE REGISTRATION

Late FEES +

April 14, 2012

March 9, 2012 $34.00*/49.50

March 10-23, 2012

$21.00

June 9, 2012 May 4, 2012 $34.00*/49.50

May 5-18, 2012

$21.00

Stand by +$42.00

Naviance = Tool for Students & Parentsto explore colleges, compare choices and obtain data on schools of interest.

ParentsStudents were

introduced to web based program in October.

You will be writing a Resume in Junior English Class.

A survey of personality and interests needs to be completed on Naviance by August 15, 2012

Students be active and do your own research,

Naviance has a survey for parents to complete about their student (old brag sheet)

Log in with password provided by Mrs. Quiet tonight.

Please complete before school resumes in August.

Be open and have discussions about financial resources.

Students

College OptionsUniversities -4 year degree, grad and MD/

Phd programs. Colleges within the University

Colleges - 2 associates and 4 year bachelor degrees Liberal Arts, Colleges of Engineering or Health Sciences

Community Colleges- more affordable tuition, specific training in industry or career skills.

College Options CONTINUED

Public Colleges/Universities

Admission requirements are more rigid with regard to GPA’s and test scores. Specific Admission & Scholarship Criteria

Private Colleges/Universities

Admission Officers use a holistic approach with regard to scores, grades and extracurricular activities. More flexible in general.

Community CollegesIvy TechAffordable options –low tuition Specific Training for specific employment culinary, nursing, dental hygiene, medical

records.Courses do transfer to major state colleges or

universities for credit. When registering courses that transfer are identified as to where they are accepted.

Pathway to IU, Purdue and Ball State if a part of the requirements have not yet been met. (GPA, Scores)

Military If you are interested in any of the US Military Academies begin the pre-

application process Check their websites for this information.

The United States Air force Academy (USAFA) in Colorado Springs, Colorado, http://www.usafa.af.mil/

United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland, http://www.usna.edu: apply April of Junior Year to January Senior Year

United Stated Military Academy (USMA) in West Point, New York, http:// www. usma.edu

United States Coast Guard Academy (USCGA) in New London, http://www.cga.edu

United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA in Kings Point, New York http://www.usmma.edu

NCAA topicsContact NCAA through the website.Sign UP as an interested athlete.Marian’s Registrar will be contacted for your

Junior Years’ Transcript (6 semesters) and again after 8 semesters of study.

Handout of current academic classes and requirements for student athletes.

How Do I Begin to Narrow MY College Options? Choose ten schools between now and the end

May.

Research through Naviance or College Board –Big Future Colleges. (collegeboard.com)

Identify characteristics of college with your personal preferences (size, location, private/public)….

Make College Visits

NavianceWhat is Naviance Family Connection?How do I access it?How do you register?What can I do with it?

What is Family Connection?Web-based resource that supports course,

career, and college planningSpecific to our schoolLinked with Naviance Succeed, a service that

we use in the counseling office.

How do I Access It?Log onto the Marian website at

www.marianhs.orgClick on the School Counseling Tab and

locate the Naviance link on the right hand side

Go to the Naviance Log In page

How do I Register?

Enter the code on your registration card

click on my profile under the About Me tab

Update Profile

Please provide an email address that you use regularly

click on the parent brag sheet survey under the About Me tab

Answer questions and submit

What Can I Do With It?Shared resource linking home to schoolOn-line tool for collaboration among

counselors, students, and parentsAccurate, complete records about student

choices from our schoolRealistic assessments of your child’s chances

of admission at colleges where prior graduates have applied

Career explorationCourse planning

College VisitsPlan to visit colleges during Spring Break or Summer.

Call Admissions Office to schedule a time for a campus tour, observe a class, meet with students and faculty as well as admissions staff.

Take notes on each visit.

Marian School Policy regarding College Visits- HandbookNotify attendance, bring signed document from

admissions.

Selection ProcessRank the colleges in categories of

• 1. Sure Thing• 2. Stretch• 3. Dream School

List 3-5 colleges you will be applying to in the Fall of your Senior year.

Plan out the Application Dates, Required Documents, application types, reference letters required, essays and fees.

Essay: Who are you and who do you want to become. Jeff Brenzel, Dean of Undergraduate Admissions, Yale. Your opportunity tell the admissions officer about who you really are.

Getting started: Is there something else about me that there wasn’t a blank for? Brainstorm Personality Traits or Strengths Let the Draft Flow Develop 3 parts to the essay

Introduction: 1 paragraph Body: several paragraphs explaining main idea Conclusion: 1 paragraph Find a creative angle Be Honest Don’t write what you think Admission Officers want to hear.

Show the essay to parent, friend, teacher. Does this represent who I am? Make sure the letter is your voice and not that of another…..(Mom?) Proof and have someone edit your essay for mechanics of a great essay.

* Work on essay Drafts during the summer.

Teacher ReferencesChose 1-2 teachers that can talk of your

taking on challenges in their classes.

Make request of teacher personally before the end of this school year.

Teachers will need students to have a survey and resume completed and submitted on Naviance before they are able to complete the reference letter.

Additional Tasks

Summer of 2012:If you are not working, find other opportunities

for personal growth or academic enrichment.Check colleges of interest and learn about

their summer enrichment programs.Finalize plans. Be ready to send out college

applications in August.Continue updating your Resume Have plan of when applications will be

submitted formalized.

SENIOR NIGHT AUGUST 7TH

Complete Details on the college application process at Marian High School.

Discussion of Financial Aid and Scholarships