Welcome Class of 2010!

Overview Graduation Requirements Star Groups (homeroom) Additional Information College Knowledge Paying For College Getting It Done

Career Prep College Tech Prep College University Prep NC Graduation and Course of Study Requirements

Career Prep –English I, II, III, IV –Algebra I, two Math Electives –A Physical Science, Biology, Earth Science –Civics/Economics, World History, US History –Health/PE –Four Pathway Courses (one * course) –Thirteen Electives –TOTAL = 28 CREDITS

College Tech Prep Graduation Requirements: - English I, II, III, IV -Algebra I and either Geometry & Algebra II OR Tech Math I & II -A Physical Science, Biology, Earth Science -Civics, World History, US History -Health/PE -Four Pathway Courses (one * course) -Ten Electives - TOTAL = 28 CREDITS

College/University Prep Graduation Requirements: - English I, II, III, IV -Algebra I, Geo, Alg. II, and a math beyond Alg. II (Adv. Funct, Pre-Cal, AP Cal, AP Statistics) -A Physical Science, Biology, Earth Science -Civics, World History, US History -Health/PE -Foreign Language (2 credits in same language) -Eleven Electives - TOTAL = 28 CREDITS

Senior picture/yearbook info. Senior make-up pictures = Oct. 7 th {Sitting fee = $28 (only if you want instant proofs)- you need to have your picture made for the yearbook even if you dont want to order any pictures} Cap & Gown proofs will not be back until February. Order yearbooks online jostensyearbooks.com! (will get a mailer or see Mrs. Maxwell) Senior Ads – due to Mrs. Maxwell by Nov. 6th (can pay in two payments) – get more than one application if you have other family members who will want to buy one & see Mrs. Maxwell for that application or if you did not receive the mailer

Star Groups and Announcements: Every three weeks for progress reports: –Dates for this semester: Oct. 9, Oct. 29, Nov. 20, Dec. 16, and Feb. 3 Newsletters and other handouts from Mrs. Teague & Mrs. Murray Information on Caps/Gowns, Invitations, Class Rings, etc. MUST BE THERE

Additional Information Transcripts = free to students – MHS will mail the final transcript and scholarship nominations only College Code = College Day for seniors College Night = September 24, pm NCAA Clearinghouse- Voter Registration & Selective Service Senior information on board in Guidance lobby Armed forces and college visits at lunch

Next Steps Take the SAT at least twice(once the junior year and once in Oct. of the senior year) OR ACT once (end of junior year) Apply to the college / community college of choice by Nov. 1 st for early decision admissions (others complete at least one application by Thanksgiving) Notify Mrs. Murray of acceptances and scholarships awarded Financial Aid – on senior newsletter / FAFSA –Questions??? Ask Mrs. Teague

College Knowledge Types of Colleges 2-year vs. 4-year Public vs. Private Single Sex vs. Coed Religious Affiliations Liberal Arts

Internet Resources Maiden High Counseling –( ) Fastweb.com & GoCollege.com (Scholarships) College Foundation of NC – (NC colleges only) College Board – At these websites, you can do a college search for information about a specific school, or you can use a matching assistant to find colleges that match your preferences.

What Do Colleges Look For? High School Transcript Course Selection GPA & Class Rank SAT/ACT Scores

How Are We Going to Pay for It? First Step in the Process: Fill out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) What do you need to know for this: Estimated Family Contribution-previous year tax return and other income information Assets Family Size Number of students in college

How Are We Going to Pay for It? Other Types of Assistance Grants Free money and financial need is the key factor Loans Federal student loans often with lower interest rates and postponement of payment options (FAFSA results) Private Loans Scholarships Need-Based Academic Athletic Ethnic Employees child Religious Denomination Work Study Programs Students work for money on or off- campus to pay for college expenses. Usually coordinated through the college. **Strongly discourage paying any money towards information about scholarships or chances for Scholarships.**

Getting It Done Next Steps Visit colleges! Look for summer activities related to college/career interests Continue to explore colleges and narrow down the list of potential schools Register for senior courses that will maximize college admission chances

Getting It Done Senior Year Snapshot Fall –Work on & complete college applications – COLLEGE APPLICATION DAY (Nov. 17) –Take 2 nd round of SAT/ACT Winter –Complete FAFSA form Spring –Receive financial aid packages –Make final decision about where to go

Catawba Valley Community College will be hosting FAFSA Day February 13th, 2010 *You take your W2s and tax forms with you. A person from CFNC will be there to help you fill out the form and answer all your questions. You must register on the CVCC website ( If you want to attend – after Oct. 15 th. FAFSA Day

Senior Year Please contact the counseling department with any questions or concerns. We will be glad to help in any way we can.

Questions???