Welcome To Scholarship Workshop Night

SEPTEMBER 2014

Goals for Tonight

You to know more about:

How the parent/senior communication is doing (& improve!)

Financial Aid (merit scholarships) & your family funding plan

Types of Merit Scholarships

Application processes & getting in the best position to get $

Resources available

Complete some tasks

Receive assistance

But first….let’s see about those stress levels!

Stress and Heightened Visual Perception Experiment

A 2001 study conducted in France

found a strong correlation between

high levels of stress and visual acuity.

One of the most in-depth studies found that

stress heightened test subject’s visual perception.

A direct correlation was found when comparing the

amount of stress the subject reported and

differences he or she saw in the images.

This was not what the researchers expected.

Your Turn

You now will participate in the experiment.

I will read a statement that may or may not evoke a stress response.

After hearing the statement, close your eyes and think about that statement as it applies to you.

When instructed, open your eyes and look at the image on the screen. You will see several animals jumping a fence.

You will then indicate whether you note NO DIFFERENCES, SOME differences, MANY differences in the types of animals.

The more differences you note, the higher the amount of stress the statement evoked.

Section #1 -- Question #1How Stressed Are You?

Not much Some from time to time More than I think I should be I NEED HELP!

Section #1 -- Question #2What’s the PLAN as you know it?

Enlisting in the military

Doing some combination of military and school (ROTC, guard, reserves)

Going to work

Going to work for a while then think about school

Going to a less than two-year trade or technical program

Finding an apprenticeship and working toward journeyman’s license

Going to a two-year college and stop at a certificate or associates’ degree

Going to a two-year college and transfer to a four-year college

Going to a four-year college and stop at a bachelors’ degree

Going on and obtain a masters’ or doctoral degree

Living at home, no job, play video games, figure it out some day

Read #3 and stand next to the sign that

represents where you are (or think your

senior is).

Section #1 -- Question #3How certain are you?

Actions Inaction/NeedExactly Excited, will do the

work quickly, follow through OR talks a good talk with no action.

Reluctant to look at other options, may not have a back up in case something falls through; needs encouragement to check all options or follow through with plans.

Mostly Confident, nervous, open to many options, spits & spurts

to spur on, may have too many optionsMay need more information or to talk outloud

Not so much

Spends time thinking/dreaming, asks questions, talks to others, waits for “a sign”

may avoid talking if stressed, may wait too long and miss deadlinesMay need more information or have too much. Need to eliminate the obvious Nos; if no action…that means something

No idea May be weighing options and remaining open, internal thought process -- stuck

Won’t act, may miss deadlines, needs to experience options in order to process

Section #1 -- Question #4What Will Help Us in the Decision-

Making Process?

Researching (reading, internet, etc.) Talking out loud to someone about my ideas Experiencing (visits, job shadows) Keeping my options open Not taking in too much information Writing out my plans

Section #1 -- Question #5What are the Obstacles We Face?

Having discussions about finances Disappointing family members Making a decision (freezing) Change Leaving friends or letting friends choose Balancing & prioritizing Making the RIGHT decision EVERYTHING and/or nothing

Section #2The Game Has Changed…

More kids going to school (2-year and 4-year) Fewer kids finishing college (less than 40%) Less than that end up a career that fits the degree

(25%) More kids getting out after 1-2 years…owing a lot of

money and not having a high enough salary to pay the debt

Dramatic increase in the number of students defaulting on school loans

School loans are not forgivable, even in bankruptcy

Section #2College is a MEANS to an END

When looking at colleges, gone are the days of “the experience”

Focus should be “bang for your buck”Frank discussions at home about

finances and realityMarketable skills -- pay attention to

the world of work and economy In the end…you’ve got to find a job

Section #2So…what does that mean?

Finding the MATCH is more important than everAcademic matchCareer matchFinancial matchSocial match

Knowing the difference between good and bad debtTotal loan amount should be LESS than 30%

of what he/she can expect to make his/her first year out of college

Let’s Try

Potential income for a first-year teacher =

$35,000 30% of $35,000 =

$10,500 Now your career…(if you don’t know put

a “?” and check on Kansas Career Pipeline)

What is the CURRENT Family Plan for Paying for Higher Education?

_____% Student job/savings

_____% Parents income/savings

_____% Other family

_____% Merit scholarships (getting ready to discuss)

_____% Need-based scholarships (getting ready to discuss)

_____% Loans

= 100% total cost

Need-Based Scholarships

FINANCIAL AID

MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS

Need is determined by information you provide on the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) using 2014 income tax information. Most communication will be with the financial aid department at the prospective college.

To specifically address this topic, we will have a meeting in January.

Need-Based Scholarships

Awarded to students who excel in academics, athletics, performance and other skills.

Used to attract “the best and brightest”.

Learning to “package” yourself and match your interests and abilities to the institution is key.

Merit Scholarships

Cost of Tuition

KU KSU WSU ESU PSU FHSU2014

$4639/$4839

Up 4.4%

$4293Up 6.7%

$3463Up 8.1%

$2807Up 6.5%

$2953Up 7.5%

$2179Up 3.0%

2013

$4444/$4839

Up 4.9%

$4023Up 5.1%

$3204Up 3.5%

$2636Up 6.5%

$2747Up 6.4%

$2117Up 3.7%

2012

$4234/$4610

$3828 $3095 $2476 $2581 $2041

2011

$4012 /$4366

$3688 $2945 $2318 $2424 $1971

Rates reflect one semester based on 15 credit hours TUITION ONLY.

*Kansas Universities are still less costly when compared to in-state tuition & fees in Missouri, Oklahoma, Nebraska, Colorado, & Iowa. http://www.kansasregents.org/board_approves_state_university_tuition_rates

Regional Comparison (IN-STATE)

RESEARCH INSTITUTIONS

Missouri -- $9035

Colorado -- $8166

*Kansas -- $7678

Oklahoma -- $7716

Nebraska -- $7563

Iowa -- $7563

AVERAGE -- $8240

* KSU, KU, WSU

REGIONAL INSTITUTIONS

Iowa – $7008

Missouri -- $6188

Nebraska -- $5781

Colorado -- $5935

*Kansas -- $4867

Oklahoma -- $4751

AVERAGE -- $5654

* ESU, PSU, FHSUIn other words…Kansas has several affordable options.

Section #4Beginning Points

ACT Scores higher the better

Apply (3-5) Consult with others

teachers parents counselors graduates

College Visit representatives

at schoolon campus

visitsphone or emailbrochures,

websites & catalogues

Section #4ACT Scores

www.act.org Important cut off scores

21 24 27 30 32 +

Goddard High

School CEEB

Code: 171-125

Goddard High

School Test Center Code: 223610

GHS gives the ACT in OCTOBER and EHS

gives it in APRIL

ACT: retake or not

If you are close to a “cut off score” If you are dedicated to prepping If you have only taken the test once Consider taking the SAT also

Going out of stateTry a different type of testCheck PSAT scores

YOU need to register!

Section #4Application for ADMISSION: Which ones & When?

Safe School www.butlercc.edu Moderate Range School www.wichita.edu Reach School (Rice University in Houston)

http://www.futureowls.rice.edu/futureowls/Freshman.asp?SnID=796568928

Beginning of October Reach Schools – check deadlines and will

take more time and resources Application fees. . .

Section #4Application for ADMISSION: What do I need to include?

Application Transcript – (via parchment.com) –

students are registering through English classGrades/GPARank*Test Scores

Application fee for MOST 4-year institutions Additional requested information

Section #4College Visits #1 Factor

Seniors have 5 college visits per semester that do not count against attendance

Purple Visit Form

Senior Days http://www.ku.edu/visit/Individual visit WITH parent

Parent calls in to excuseBring back signed form to waive

College students claim that the VISIT influenced their decision to attend more than COST.

Section #6Where Do I Look for the $?

Universitiesacademicperformanceservice

Departmental ScholarshipsLocal ScholarshipsNational Scholarships

Section #6University $$$$

Apply EARLY for admission

Apply EARLY for scholarship

Contact financial aid department

Keep a list of contacts & numbers

Fill out FAFSA in January and turn in quickly

Don’t wait to file taxes

Athletes contact coaches

NCAA or NAIA requirements

Section #6Departmental $$

Declare a major (if possible) Contact Dean of Department

callcampus visitask about scholarship opportunities

Check into working on campus in that department

Section #6Local Scholarships $

Wendy’s Heisman

Goddard Pride Band

NHS

Workplace (student & parent)

Wilbur Floyd Memorial

Eston Beery Memorial

John Markham Memorial

Eilert Family Performing Arts Scholarship

Lions Club Scholarship

Wichita Panhellenic

West Wichita Rotary Club

Church Match Scholarships

VYPE Scholarship

Section #6National Scholarships

Coca-Cola

Wal-Mart

Target

Toyota

Asthma Athlete

Keep in Mind highly competitive

very selective

national

few get them

specialty

if you meet the requirements…apply

Where To Look . . .

OUR WEBSITE!

Bulletin board/posters

Scholarship rack

Announcements

Join REMIND for

Seniors/Parents

Workplace

School

Church

Community

Internet searches

Computer Aided Searches

• Popular Internet Sites• www.scholarshipexperts.com• www.fastweb.com• www.finaid.com

• SHOULD BE FREE OF CHARGE!

Technology IS Your Friend!

Transcripts: www.parchment.com Career, College, Scholarship Exploration PLUS

a LOT more! www.kansascareerpipeline.org You can access your senior’s information by creating

a parent account.

ghs.goddardusd.com – click on COUNSELING ghs.goddardusd.com– CALENDAR (subscribe!) Join my REMIND group to receive text alerts

about scholarships, visits, etc.

THE Scholarship Application

Completed application Transcript

GPA (both) Class Rank Test Scores (all)

Have someone proof Recommendations Essay Resume/Activity Chart

Beat the deadline Keep a copy of

everything (even if you submit online – print out

Addressed correctly

Follow up Keep a calendar

Factors Influencing the Decision

College Prep Grades

Cumulative GPA Test Scores Counselor

Recommendations Teacher

Recommendations Interview

Field of Study Community Service Extracurricular Work Essay Personal

Recognition LEADERSHIP

Considering Strengths & Areas to Improve

Who would you consider for a letter of recommendation?

Who knows you in a variety of settings?

Who has time and can write well?

Strengths Circle the STAR if

this area is a strength.

Areas to Improve Circle the area

(words) that need attention to “round you out”

The “To Do List” Begins

NOW: Begin applying

Online when possible

GOAL: BEGINNING of October

NOW: Start scholarship search

ASAP: Visit, get information (includes “Rep Visits”

Soon: Narrow your choices

September 19: Registration deadline for October 25 ACT

October 6: Attend Futures Fair in the evening

October 15: TESTRAVAGANZA!!!

October 25: Retake or take ACT

Counselor Contact

o Monthly Senior Meetingso Class meetingso By alphao Individual

o SENIOR PRIDEo Futures Fair – October 6 evening program for seniors & parentso TESTRAVAGANZA DAY” (October 16)o Financial Aid (early January)o End of Year Feedback, Forms, Scholarship Sheet (late April)o Graduation Meeting (late April – early May)

We’re here to help!

• Hours: 7:15 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.

• Phone: 316-794-4115

• Email:

• mmurray.cline@goddardusd.com (A-L)

• khoetmer@goddardusd.com (M-Z)

• Interest in NIGHT LIBRARY?

A Message for the Future

change is constant. . .

breathe…

follow your heart. . .

focus on the journey. . .

stay learning. . .

be nice…

Hug ‘em & tell them you love ‘em every chance you get!

Isaac Hoetmer, Class of 2012

Attending Wichita State University

Hannah Hoetmer, Class of 2013

Attending Wichita State University

You will be okay…

We promise.

Section #8Feedback

Please fill out the back page and leave in the box outside the auditorium

If you will be staying…we’ll move to the library and if your student is present, he/she can log into the computer If your senior is not present, you may use a

device that you have brought with you

If you are going home to work, thank you so much for coming tonight!