avoid future shock! plan now … life beyond high school
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Journey to College. Avoid Future Shock! Plan Now … Life beyond High School. Presented by: PHS Guidance and Career Center Ms. Kathryn Sheridan, Dean of Guidance Mrs. Sharon Spooner, Guidance Counselor. 1. Life beyond Pelham High . 2. College Search. 3. Naviance: Family Connection. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Avoid Future Shock!Plan Now …
Life beyond High School
Presented by: PHS Guidance and Career CenterMs. Kathryn Sheridan, Dean of Guidance
Mrs. Sharon Spooner, Guidance Counselor
Journey to College
AGENDA
1. Life beyond Pelham High
3. Naviance: Family Connection
4. College Application Process
5. Scholarships and Financial Aid
2. College Search
What is my Current Status?
Preparation while at PHS Rigorous course selection
Algebra II, Trigonometry Essay writing, College writing Biology and Chemistry Social studies AP Courses Fine arts
Community service commitment Extra-curricular activities
Where do I go from PHS?
Work or Internship Military Trade Schools (NHTI, NH
Community Colleges) Prep Schools Colleges/Universities
2 year programs (Associates) 4 year programs (BA/BS) Advanced Programs (BA/MA)
Options
Wherever you go. . .
Consider these points… What are my strengths? Weaknesses? What are my educational and
career goals? What excites me most about
college? What makes me anxious?
There’s a Place for YOU! Over 300 just in New England
Majors and educational programs Type of school and degrees offered Admission policy Location and size Costs and financial aid Campus activities Support services
Characteristics of Colleges
Admissions Criteria
Admissions Requirements GPA (Core courses) Academic courses; a strong high
school curriculum Preparation for SAT and/or ACT
National Tests Service Learning Extra-curricular activities
Explore College Choices
Compile information from several resources: Internet/Websites College catalogs, videos, and computer-
based services (NAVIANCE™) College representatives College visits at PHS and college fairs Counselors and teachers Parents, students, and alumni
NAVIANCE: Family Connection
Family Connection is a planning tool for students and families that includes self-discovery assessments, goal-setting, college research tools, and career exploration resources.
GO TO: Pelham High School http://www.pelhamsd.org/ Click Naviance (far right link)
Naviance: Using Family Connection
USERNAME: firstinitiallastnameyogPASSWORD: login to student portal
Naviance: Using Family Connection
Naviance: Using Family Connection
College Application Process Early Decision is a binding program
and can only be used for one college.If accepted, students must attend that college, and
generally are usually required to send a deposit by the end of January. The exception to the rule deals with finances.
It means that students may not apply to any other college.
Early Action is a non-binding early application/notification program for freshmen. If accepted, students have until May 1 to finalize
enrollment decisions.
Regular Vs. Rolling Admissions
Regular Admission has a specific deadline for application submission, such as January 1 or 15th . The college generally will not review the application any earlier than the published deadline date.
Rolling Admissions is a process whereby schools review applications as they arrive, admitting or denying students based solely on their criteria, not a comparison of a larger pool of applicants.
The Application:Pay Attention to Detail
Application Process Select four to six colleges
Highly Selective Competitive Safety
Complete application Online Common Application™ Paper (infrequent)
The Essay Set Your “self” Apart
Write your BEST Essay Brainstorm ideas Select a topic that allows you to
highlight your qualities, interests, and motivations
Write with passion Rewrite, Revise, Edit
Letters of Recommendation
Academic Teacher Counselor
Athletic (Varsity Coach) Business/Work
Manager (not co-worker) Peer (only if required by college) Parent (only if required by college)
Deadlines: Plan Ahead
Review college admission test requirements
Know application fees and deadlines
Submit application materials High school transcript Recommendations
STUDENTS ATHLETES and NCAA
• www.eligibilitycenter• Click on the Cell Phone Icon to
begin the process.• Click My Planner to request
transcript.• Click My Task List, click official
transcript needed• Task Detail appears, you need to
“click here”.• Docufide by Parchment opens, and
create an account.• BEST BET: See your Guidance Counselor!
College Costs
TuitionRoom and
Board
TransportationComputers,
Books, Supplies
Miscellaneous (snacks, pizza,
movies)
How Do I Pay for This Experience?
Investigate all possible resources Parents Savings Summer earnings Financial aid Scholarships Grants Loans Work study Other sources (trust funds)
Applying for Financial Aid
• Complete Institutional Application Forms
– CSS Profile (If needed)– College Financial Aid – Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA)• Needs Analysis Form
Applying for Financial Aid
FAFSA http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/index.htm Needs Analysis Form is used to determine Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
EFC used to determine amount of Financial Need
Cost of Education -- Expected Family Contribution = Financial Need
(finaid.org/calculators/finaidestimate.phtml)
Prior year’s income Assets Family size Number of household in college Parents’ age
Applying for Financial Aid
• CSS Profile profileonline.collegeboard.com– Can be completed in the fall– More specific questions than
FAFSA– Minimum student contribution– Fee charged ($5 for application,
$18/college
Helpful Hints for $$!
• Make Photocopies of All Documents for Your Records Before Mailing
• Check College/University Application Deadline Dates
• Apply Early (March 1) and Online• Keep your PIN # for future use• You Must Reapply for Financial Aid each
year
School Grants and Scholarships?
Scholarships Academic Excellence High SAT/ACT scores Excellence in the arts, sciences, or
math Athletic ability (dependent on
division levels) Focused specialty (FEA, Asthma,
Music) Group affiliations (Masons, Elks,
etc.)
Will I Succeed?
Predictors of Success in College Study Habits Motivation Course Selection Placement Interests Commitment
Counselors Ms. Sheridan (A to D) Mrs. Spooner (E to M) Ms. Caira (N to Z)
Who Does what for Whom at PHS?
Let’s Address Questions and Concerns