Your Senior Year Planning for Success Beyond Truman High School

Graduation Requirements * Additional grades and ACT score required (see Program of Studies for additional information) **Must be Algebra 1 and Higher DepartmentClass of 2010 andClass of 2010 and UM System Requirements Language Arts44 Social Studies33 Math34* * Science33 Fine Arts11 Practical Arts1 P.E.1 Health.5 Career Connections.5 Personal Finance.5 Foreign Language2 Specified Core Electives Electives7.5 Total25

NCAA Clearinghouse Requirements Division I 16 Core Courses: 4 years of English 3 years of Mathematics (Algebra 1 and Higher) 2 years of Natural / Physical Science (1 year of lab if offered by high school) 1 year of additional English, Mathematics or Natural / Physical Science 2 years of Social Science 4 years of additional courses from any area above, foreign language or nondoctrinal religion / philosophy Division II 16 Core Courses: 3 years of English 2 years of Mathematics (Algebra 1 and Higher) 2 years of Natural Science / Physical Science (1 year of lab if offered by high school) 3 years of additional English, Mathematics or Natural / Physical Science 2 years of Social Science 4 years of additional courses from any area above, foreign language or nondoctrinal religion / philosophy

NCAA Clearinghouse Requirements NCAA DIVISION I SLIDING SCALE CORE GRADE-POINT AVERAGE/ TEST-SCORE INDEX New Core GPA Test Score Index & above Division II has no sliding scale. The minimum core grade-point average is The minimum SAT score is 820 (verbal and math sections only) and the minimum ACT sum score is 68. SAT and ACT scores must be reported directly to the Eligibility Center from the testing agency. Scores on transcripts will not be used. Students enrolling at an NCAA Division I or II institution for the first time need to also complete the amateurism questionnaire through the Eligibility Center Web site. Students need to request final amateurism certification prior to enrollment. For further information regarding the rules, please go to Click on “Academics and Athletes” then “Eligibility and Recruiting.” Or visit the Eligibility Center Web site at

NAIA Eligibility In order to participate in NAIA Activities you must graduate from high school and meet two of the three following requirements: Minimum ACT 18 or SAT 860 Minimum ACT 18 or SAT 860 Minimum cumulative GPA 2.0 on 4.0 Scale Minimum cumulative GPA 2.0 on 4.0 Scale Graduate in the top half of your class Graduate in the top half of your class For more information and to apply visit:

Applying for college…Where do I start?? 1. First thing – check deadlines! (These start early!! Visit if at all possible) (These start early!! Visit if at all possible) 2. Fill out an application – most schools prefer an online application be submitted. 3. Sign up in the Counseling Center to have your transcript sent (you must have a pink transcript release on file before records will be sent) 4. Check university websites for scholarship applications and deadlines 5. Check with university housing for deadlines

Letters of Recommendation Who should you ask for a letter of recommendation? Teachers Coaches/Sponsors Employers Youth Group Leader Principals Counselors Please visit the THS counseling website for an Activities and Interests handout.

Financial Aid FAFSA = Free Application for Federal Student Aid Apply for PIN online through FAFSA website Apply for PIN online through FAFSA website Submit FAFSA application early, but not before January 1, 2013 (check individual school for financial aid deadlines) Submit FAFSA application early, but not before January 1, 2013 (check individual school for financial aid deadlines) All Colleges and Universities require FAFSA application for financial aid consideration All Colleges and Universities require FAFSA application for financial aid consideration Submitting a FAFSA is also a requirement for A+ Eligibility Submitting a FAFSA is also a requirement for A+ Eligibility Caution: First Word in FAFSA is FREE!!!!

A + Requirements Attend a designated A+ School for at least the 3 years prior to graduation Attend a designated A+ School for at least the 3 years prior to graduation 2.5 Cummulative Unweighted GPA 2.5 Cummulative Unweighted GPA Overall attendance rate of 95% during high school Overall attendance rate of 95% during high school Perform 50 hours of district-supervised unpaid tutoring or mentoring Perform 50 hours of district-supervised unpaid tutoring or mentoring Maintain good citizenship Maintain good citizenship Complete the FAFSA form if using A+ toward approved community college or vocational school Complete the FAFSA form if using A+ toward approved community college or vocational school Scholarships Local, state, national and university scholarships are posted on a regular basis starting the end of September. Check the Counseling Center or Student Accounts for updates. Local, state, national and university scholarships are posted on a regular basis starting the end of September. Check the Counseling Center or Student Accounts for updates. Foundation Scholarships will be available beginning December 4, Foundation Scholarships will be available beginning December 4, 2014.

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Important Information College Representatives Most representatives will visit on Wednesdays during Focus. Some schools will also host tables at lunch. Please listen to the morning announcements for specific schools and dates. Military Visits Military branches host informational tables during the lunch hour. Please see the counseling center website for a detailed calendar. Things to do ASAP… See Mrs. Claphan in the Counseling Center in order to: 1.Obtain a Transcript Release Form 2.Verify your name for your high school diploma starting October 1 st, 2014

Upcoming Events District College Fair When: Thursday, October 9 th from 5:30-7:40 p.m. Where: William Chrisman High School Gym Who: Students and Parents Why: 50+ college representatives and military branches Register at Extreme Test Day When: April 28 th, 2015 Senior Options: Compass or ASVAB if needed

ACT Test Dates Register online at online at Bright Flight has a base score of 31Bright Flight has a base score of 31 Free/Reduced Lunch – eligible for 2 fee waivers (see your counselor)Free/Reduced Lunch – eligible for 2 fee waivers (see your counselor) THS ACT Code – THS ACT Code – Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) September 13, 2014 August 8, 2014 August 9–22, 2014 October 25, 2014 September 19, 2014 September 20–October 3, 2014 December 13, 2014 November 7, 2014 November 8–21, 2014 February 7, 2015* January 9, 2015 January 10–16, 2015 April 18, 2015 March 13, 2015 March 14–27, 2015 June 13, 2015 May 8, 2015 May 9–22, 2015

Other Helpful Websites – Find information on AP Tests, SAT test and registration, and College MatchMaker (please note that THS is not a SAT Testing Site) - Locate the THS Website for college representative visits, military visits, scholarship information, and other important announcements - Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook

Other Helpful Websites bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship- search

Contact Information Counselors Mindy Beard – Gamma House Scott Intagliata – Phi House Nathan Jacobson – Omega House Gabrielle Voyles – Theta House Registrar April Claphan A+ Program Melina Dendish – building coordinator Office Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00 – 3:30 Phone: