1. Welcome to College & Career Information Night September 17, 2012 6:00-7:00 p.m. SSES Media Center

2. Introductions Ms. Darneise Massey, Principal Ms. Darneise Massey, Principal Ms. Gwen D. Roulhac, School Counselor Ms. Gwen D. Roulhac, School Counselor SSOE Families SSOE Families

3. Future-Ready Core Graduation Requirements English I, II, III, IV English I, II, III, IV World History, Civics & Economics, US History World History, Civics & Economics, US History Earth/Environmental Science, Biology, Physical Science course (Physics or Chemistry or Physical Science) Earth/Environmental Science, Biology, Physical Science course (Physics or Chemistry or Physical Science) Health/PE Health/PE

4. Future-Ready Core Graduation Requirements Subject Area SSOE Requirements Options (outside SSOE) Math 4 credits: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 and higher level math course 4 credits: Algebra 1, Geometry and 2 application- based math courses World Language 2 credits of same language required by UNC system and most colleges/universities Not required for high school graduation Career/Arts/Academic Concentration Engineering concentration that consists of 4 courses, one of which must be advanced level 4 courses in Art, JROTC, PE, CTE Cluster, or academic elective area in English, Math, Science, Social Studies or World Language

5. Future-Ready Core Graduation Requirements 2 credits in any combination of: World Language World Language CTE Cluster CTE Cluster Arts Education Arts Education Additional elective credits for a total of 28 credits Additional elective credits for a total of 28 credits

6. End-of- Course Tests Algebra I Algebra I English I English I Biology Biology

7. Transcripts The transcript is the official school record of a student’s coursework, grades, test data, attendance and more. The transcript is the official school record of a student’s coursework, grades, test data, attendance and more. Students received a copy of their transcripts during advisement sessions. Students received a copy of their transcripts during advisement sessions.

8. Transcripts Student Information: verify accuracy of all information Student Information: verify accuracy of all information Spelling of student’s name Spelling of student’s name Address Address Phone number Phone number Date of birth Date of birth

9. Credit History Grade 10 Quality Points Cr Quality Points Cr Mark WtdUnwtd Geometry933.62503.62501.0 Hn English II894.12503.12501.0 AP Chemistry783.75001.75001.0

10. Performance Information Cumulative GPA Weighted: 4.3177 Cumulative GPA Unweighted: 3.4427 Class Rank: 4 of 50 Total Points Weighted: 103.3250 Total Points Unweighted: 82.6250 Total Credits: Earned 24 Potential 24

11. Also Included Immunization Information Immunization Information Attendance Information Attendance Information

12. Not Included Awards / Achievements & Extra- Curricular Activities Awards / Achievements & Extra- Curricular Activities Curriculum-Related Work Experience Curriculum-Related Work Experience SAT/ACT Scores SAT/ACT Scores

13. Transcript Request As of August 15, 2012, DPS will no longer be accepting records requests by email, phone, fax, or walk-ins. Records types include transcripts, shot records, report cards, birth certificates, etc. As of August 15, 2012, DPS will no longer be accepting records requests by email, phone, fax, or walk-ins. Records types include transcripts, shot records, report cards, birth certificates, etc. https://dpsnc.scribonline.com/foldreq/start_order.html https://dpsnc.scribonline.com/foldreq/start_order.html https://dpsnc.scribonline.com/foldreq/start_order.html

14. Course Selection: Rigor & Balance SSOE offers: 6 AP courses 6 AP courses 17 Honors courses 17 Honors courses All PLTW courses All PLTW courses receive AP weight. receive AP weight.

15. Extracurricular Activities Improve time management skills Improve time management skills Foster leadership Foster leadership Give students opportunity to explore interests Give students opportunity to explore interests Look good on college applications Look good on college applications Can be fun! Can be fun!

16. Volunteer in the Community Volunteermatch.org and thevolunteercenter.org are great websites to search community organizations that need volunteers. Volunteermatch.org and thevolunteercenter.org are great websites to search community organizations that need volunteers. Find an organization that meets your child’s interests. Find an organization that meets your child’s interests. Opportunity to gain experience, network and obtain references for college applications Opportunity to gain experience, network and obtain references for college applications

17. PSAT Juniors who wish to take the test must register and pay $14.00 by September 25. Juniors who wish to take the test must register and pay $14.00 by September 25. Test will be given Wednesday, October 17, 2012. Test will be given Wednesday, October 17, 2012. Scores will be returned in January. Scores will be returned in January.

18. SAT, SAT Subject Tests and ACT SAT Three sections: Critical Reading, Math, Writing Three sections: Critical Reading, Math, Writing Register online at www.sat.org/register or pick up a paper registration form in the Main Office. Register online at www.sat.org/register or pick up a paper registration form in the Main Office.www.sat.org/register Fee is $50 and includes submission of scores to 4 colleges/agencies. Fee is $50 and includes submission of scores to 4 colleges/agencies. Students who qualify for the fee waiver may take the test twice for free. Students who qualify for the fee waiver may take the test twice for free.

19. SAT, SAT Subject Tests and ACT SAT Subject Tests Students may take up to three subject tests in one day. Students may take up to three subject tests in one day. Some colleges require as many as three subject tests; other colleges just recommend subject tests. Some colleges require as many as three subject tests; other colleges just recommend subject tests. Basic registration fee is $23. Language tests with listening are $23; all other tests are $12 each. Basic registration fee is $23. Language tests with listening are $23; all other tests are $12 each. Students who qualify for the fee waiver may take six subject tests for free. Students who qualify for the fee waiver may take six subject tests for free.

20. SAT, SAT Subject Tests and ACT ACT Five sections: English, Reading, Math, Science and Writing (optional) Five sections: English, Reading, Math, Science and Writing (optional) Register online at www.actstudent.org or pick up a paper registration form in the Main Office. Register online at www.actstudent.org or pick up a paper registration form in the Main Office.www.actstudent.org Fee without Writing is $35. Fee without Writing is $35. Fee including Writing is $50.50. Fee including Writing is $50.50. Students who qualify for the fee waiver may take the test twice for free. Students who qualify for the fee waiver may take the test twice for free. All juniors will take the test on March 5. All juniors will take the test on March 5.

21. SAT vs. ACT SATACT Length- actual testing time 3 hours, 45 minutes 3 hours, 25 minutes Math Topics Arithmetic, geometry, algebra and algebra II Arithmetic, algebra, geometry and trigonometry Scoring Aggregate score 600 - 2400 based on total of 3 scores 200- 800 per section (Reading, Math, Writing) Score of 2-12 for Essay Composite score 1-36 based on average of 4 sections (English, Math, Reading and Science) Score 2-12 for Optional Essay Penalty for Wrong Answer ¼ point deducted for each wrong answer No penalty for wrong answer

22. SAT/ACT It is recommended that students take SAT and/or ACT in spring of junior year and fall of senior year.

23. Test Prep Options Free test prep materials available in the Main Office Free test prep available online Durham Public Schools Community Education offers a six-session SAT prep class for $20 (for SSOE students); $20 for optional test prep books; 560-3816 or www.dpsnc.netwww.dpsnc.net Several other private agencies offer test prep for fees ranging from $100 to over $1,000.

24. Conducting the College Search... It doesn’t have to be stressful

25. How does my GPA & SAT/ACT score match with school of choice? Visit https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/college-search -Type in the name of any college/university Visit https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/college-search -Type in the name of any college/university https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/college-search -College Search Step-by-Step -College Search Step-by-Step Visit www.cfnc.org for NC schools Visit www.cfnc.org for NC schoolswww.cfnc.org -Click on “Plan for College” tab; then “Explore -Click on “Plan for College” tab; then “Explore Postsecondary Schools” tab Postsecondary Schools” tab

26. Your College Search: Characteristics to Consider Major Minor

27. Your College Search: Characteristics to Consider 2 year vs. 4 year 2 year vs. 4 year Public vs. Private Public vs. Private Large vs. Small Large vs. Small Rural vs. Urban Rural vs. Urban

28. Your College Search: Characteristics to Consider More than just academics... Student Life activities Fraternities & Sororities Athletics

29. Your College Search: Visits Official or unofficial Visit local colleges Activities while on the visit: eat in the dining hall, sit in on a class, talk to students, tour key buildings Take notes and then compare colleges

30. College Application Deadlines Colleges offer various opportunities to apply. Each has advantages and disadvantages. Be informed to make the best decision for you and your child. Early Decision Early Decision Early Action Early Action Regular Admission Regular Admission

31. Early Decision vs. Early Action vs. Regular Admission Early Decision (Binding) and Early Action (Non- Binding) typically have November 1-15 deadlines Early Decision (Binding) and Early Action (Non- Binding) typically have November 1-15 deadlines Apply to 1 college Early Decision; Apply to multiple colleges Early Action Apply to 1 college Early Decision; Apply to multiple colleges Early Action Students typically receive admissions decision in December or January Students typically receive admissions decision in December or January Regular Admission application deadlines vary, usually January- March Check college admissions websites for details Students typically receive admissions decision in March or April

32. Admissions Essay/Personal Statement Share something about yourself not found elsewhere in the application in YOUR OWN VOICE. Share something about yourself not found elsewhere in the application in YOUR OWN VOICE. Make it perfect: proofread and read aloud. Make it perfect: proofread and read aloud. Get the right essay to the right college. Get the right essay to the right college.

33. Letters of Recommendation FAQ Who do I get to write my letter? How many letters should I send? How do I ask someone to write a letter for me?

34. What SSOE Sends Transcripts Transcripts School Profile School Profile Counselor’s Statement / Secondary School Report (if applicable) Counselor’s Statement / Secondary School Report (if applicable)

35. What Student Sends Completed Application Completed Application Application Fee or Fee Waiver Application Fee or Fee Waiver SAT/ACT Scores SAT/ACT Scores

36. Dates to Remember Durham Public Schools College Fair September 30, 2012 1:00-4:00 Northgate Mall Destino Universidad November 10, 2012 8:30 am- 2:00 pm NCCU Student Union 1801 Fayetteville St.

37. Scholarships Start looking early. Start looking early. SSOE’s list of scholarship information (online and bulletin board) SSOE’s list of scholarship information (online and bulletin board) Check websites of colleges of interest Check websites of colleges of interest Register on www.cfnc.org www.fastweb.com www.schoolsoup.com Register on www.cfnc.org www.fastweb.com www.schoolsoup.com www.cfnc.org www.fastweb.com www.schoolsoup.com www.cfnc.org www.fastweb.com www.schoolsoup.com

38. Need-Based $$$ FREE Application for Federal Student Aid FREE Application for Federal Student Aid www.fafsa.ed.gov ~ Apply beginning January 1, 2013 for the 2013-2014 academic year www.fafsa.ed.gov ~ Apply beginning January 1, 2013 for the 2013-2014 academic year www.fafsa.ed.gov https://profileonline.collegeboard.com (CSS Profile) ~ Apply beginning October 1, 2012 for the 2013-2014 academic year https://profileonline.collegeboard.com (CSS Profile) ~ Apply beginning October 1, 2012 for the 2013-2014 academic year https://profileonline.collegeboard.com

39. A Few Good Books College Board College Handbook 2013 College Board College Handbook 2013 Fiske Guide to Colleges 2013 Fiske Guide to Colleges 2013 Colleges That Change Lives Colleges That Change Lives Letting Go: A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the College Years Letting Go: A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the College Years

40. Questions? To contact Ms. Roulhac: To contact Ms. Roulhac: By phone ~ (919) 560-9184 x. 81108 By phone ~ (919) 560-9184 x. 81108 By email ~ gwen.roulhac@dpsnc.net By email ~ gwen.roulhac@dpsnc.netgwen.roulhac@dpsnc.net Online ~ http://www.teacherweb.com/nc/gwen/roulhac Online ~ http://www.teacherweb.com/nc/gwen/roulhachttp://www.teacherweb.com/nc/gwen/roulhac