September 18, 2013

Think about these questions…..

Taken the ACT or SAT test ? If not, the next test is coming up October 26th. You can still do regular registration through September 27 th (and late through October 11 th ). Come to the Counseling office to pick up a registration flyer and then register online. REGISTER ASAP!

Visited a college campus or met in person with a representative or recruiter... A “real visit” can help you make a final decision on where you think you’ll fit in best. Lots of MN colleges have visits arranged for over our break in October.

Developed a personal data sheet, resume, biography, or list of “all the things you’ve done”... College applications ask you questions about your involvement… getting it all down now will make the application process much smoother.

obtained information/applications from colleges/employers/military branch you are interested in attending...

had a conversation with your parents about money... It might be tough, but it is necessary. Colleges provide financial aid on the basis of the FAFSA. Complete as early as you can in the money dries up!

Submitted an application to a school... Yourself!!!! It’s time to get started! U of MN has a December 15 th deadline. Lots of private schools need letters or recommendation- give your raters time to do a decent letter. Apply online if you can. Naviance!

 Complete everything that is “your part”  Request a transcript through Naviance  $3- payable in the counseling office  We will “E-doc” everything off within a couple days Recommendation Letters also through Naviance

It’s not too late to start working on these things.

 Senior information will be part of the e- newsletter that goes out the end of each month.  Stay tuned and look for it!

 4.0 credits of English  1.0 English 9  1.0 English 10  1.0 English 11  1.0 English 12

 4.0 credits of Social Studies  1.0 U.S. Gov’t 9  1.0 U.S. History 10  1.0 Global Studies 11 .5 Economics .5 Politics & Law

 3.0 credits in Science  1.0 Physical Science 9  1.0 Biology or College Biology  1.0 Science Choice ▪ Chemistry ▪ Physics ▪ Astronomy/Geology/Meteorology ▪ Natural Science

 3.0 credits of Math  1.0 Algebra I or II  1.0 Geometry .5 Statistics .5 Algebra Q or beyond

.5 Physical Education I .5 Physical Education II .5 Health  1.0 Arts  Remaining- electives to reach no less than 27

 Beyond Graduation Requirements  Math through at least Algebra II- they like to see 4 years of math  In some programs, 4 years of science  2 years of a single world language  ACT or SAT Test  Rigor of courses, class rank, scores, involvement in activities, community service  Athlete? Check out NCAA to make sure you qualify

 GRAD Testing  Writing- grade 9  Reading- grade 10  Math- grade 11  Retesting in October  Alternate Path ▪ ACT, ASVAB, SAT

 Make an appointment with your counselor to take care of any missing credits….

 Work  Military  Trades  Apprentice programs  Proprietary schools  College

 Technical Colleges  Private Career Colleges  Community Colleges  Public 4-year Colleges/Universities  Private 4-year Colleges/Universities

 Many applications are available online  See the career center or download paper applications  Complete everything that is “your” part of the application  Request transcript by using Naviance  Stop by counseling office to pay $3 and let us know if you did common app

 Naviance is a web-based resource for staff, students and parents that encourages and supports post high-school career and college planning.  You should have registered for your account on passport day. If you need to register stop in to the Career Center.

 Transcript Requests  College Visits  Career and College research  College application tracker  Letters of Recommendation  Plus, many more features All college applications should be managed through Naviance during your senior year.

 Check out free websites- Naviance has a national scholarship search  Look on Andover website and in scholarship binder  Apply early and often!

 A virus afflicting high school graduating classes that seems to grow worse as the weather gets better… usually around April  Symptoms: slipping attendance, dropping grades  Consequences: extreme cases result in rescinded admissions offer  Slacking HS senior = Floundering College Freshman

 Bullying & Harassment of any kind is unacceptable within our family at Andover High School  It’s not right and it’s not what we stand for  That means what you do, type, or send online, and what you say (NO SLURS… EVER!)  You’ve heard it many times before  Take a stand and call it out when you see/hear it  “Joking around” is not an excuse  Incidents will be reported and addressed