1. Welcome to Cinnaminson High School Junior Parent Night

2. Grade Counselors
Anthony Ferrante (A-J) Michael Repsher (K-S) Donna Lobascio (T-Z)

3. Graduation Requirements
Classes of
English Language Arts
PARCC ELA Grade 9 >=750 (Level 4) or PARCC ELA Grade 10 >=750 (Level 4) or
PARCC ELA Grade 11 >=725 (Level 3) or
SAT Reading (Prior to March 2016) >= 400 or
SAT Evidenced-Based Reading and Writing (After March 2016) >=450 OR SAT Reading >= 22 or
ACT Reading or ACT PLAN Reading >= 16 or
Accuplacer Write Placer >= 6 or Accuplacer Write Placer ESL >= 4 or
PSAT Reading (Prior to October 2015) >= 40 or PSAT Reading (After October 2015) >= 22 or
ASVAB-AFQT Composite >=31
Mathematics
PARCC Algebra I >=750 (Level 4) or PARCC Geometry >=725 (Level 3) or
PARCC Algebra II >=725 (Level 3) or
SAT (Prior to March 2016) >= 400 or SAT (After March 2016) >=440 OR SAT Math>= 22 or
ACT or ACT PLAN >= 16 or
Accuplacer Elementary Algebra >= 76 or
PSAT/NMSQT (Prior to October 2015) >= 40 or PSAT Math (After October 2015) >= 22 or
ASVAB-AFQT Composite >= 31

4. What are my options???

7. Post Graduation Choices
4 Year College/University
2 Year College (RCBC)
Technical/Trade School
Specialized Institutions (art, music, culinary)
Military
Workforce

8. Searching for the Right College
Speak to college reps during lunches in the café in the fall
Senior Meetings:Conferences with high school counselor
1:1 begin at end of September/Beginning of October
Students should come prepared and with questions
Parents may contact Guidance Office and request to attend
connection.naviance.com/cinnaminsonhs
Use this tool to search majors, careers, and colleges
College search tool on website

9. Searching for the Right College * * Naviance Highlights
Colleges
Upcoming College Visits to CHS
College Research Section
SuperMatch College Search
College Lookup
College Compare
Scattergrams
About Me
Resume
Profile (GPA & Rank)

10. Searching for the Right College
College Fairs & Campus tours
Speak with Admissions Counselors
Visit Financial Aid Office
Visit the Student Center
Speak with faculty and students
Read the student campus newspaper
Sit in on a class of interest
Visit the “other” side of campus (beyond the tour)
Refer to College Visit Checklist

11. VISIT, VISIT, VISIT * Freshmen guaranteed housing? Average SAT scores?
% of students who graduate in 4 years?
Do professors teach freshmen/undergrads?
% of professors that are adjunct vs. full-time?
1st year failure rate?
Average SAT scores?
Tests required?
Average financial aid?
Average class size for major?
% of students who live on campus?
Tutoring Services?
Campus Safety?

12. Things to Consider Size of school Location Distance from home
Activities/Athletics
Public/Private
Housing options
Entrance requirements
Entrance difficulty
Reputation of School
Majors available
Financial Aid available
Cost
Campus personality
Placement office on campus
Resources available

13. Understanding Admission Factors
Strength of Curriculum %
Admission Test Scores ACT/SAT 59%
Essay or Writing Sample %
Counselor Recommendation Letter 19%
Class Rank %
Teacher Recommendation Letter 17%
Subject Test Scores (AP) %
Portfolio and/or Interview %
SAT Subject Test %
Extra Curricular Activities %
Work/Volunteer or Community Service %
Source: NACAC

14. Admissions Terminology
Early Decision
 Requires early application, commitment & contract
Early Action
 Requires early application & no commitment
Single Choice Early Action or Restrictive Early Action
 Requires early application & colleges will restrict your
ability to apply Early Action/Decision to other colleges
Rolling Admission
 Will be reviewed as received
Regular Decision
 Check each college for deadline

15. Applying to College
Senior Packets will be distributed to all juniors by the end of the school year in June
Begin thinking of two teachers who will write recommendation letters
College essays should be error–free for submission (edit carefully)
Choose five colleges including “Safety”, “Realistic” & “Reach”
Individual Senior Meetings will be scheduled for every student to discuss post-secondary plans beginning end of September
Apply EARLY to increase chances of acceptance

16. Common Application
The Common Application is a not–for–profit membership organization that, since its founding over 35 years ago, has been committed to providing reliable services that promote equity, access, and integrity
Serves students, member institutions, and secondary schools
Membership open to colleges and universities that promote access by evaluating students using a holistic selection process
There are currently applications to over 500 members institutions.
Students can link Naviance to the Common Application

17. What can I do now??? Research possible majors and potential colleges
Visit, Visit, Visit (to make sure it’s a good “fit”)
Develop and/or update Resume in Naviance
Attend Parent Naviance Night in the fall
Plan to take SAT or ACT this spring and next fall
Think about which teachers to ask for recommendations

18. Standardized Tests Q & A
When should the SAT or ACT be taken?
Junior Year (depends on Math class)
How many times?
Usually 2-3 but ONLY if you practice/study
How should I study?
Use PSAT results to gauge weaknesses, use free study books, Question of the Day (
What is the cost/How do I register?
SAT: $54.50 (with essay) or $43.
ACT: $58.50 (with essay) or $
2 Fee waivers available for free/reduced lunch students
SAT Subject Tests are sometimes required for highly competitive schools. The college will indicate which tests are recommended.

19. SAT vs. ACT Timing Timing Reasoning Test Achievement Test
65 min. Reading
35 min. Writing & Language
25 min. Math (no calculator)
55 min. Math with calculator
Reasoning Test
Math – up through Algebra 2 with minimal Trigonometry
Evidence Based Reading & Writing– passages from literature, historical documents, social science, or natural science: critical reading, vocab. in context, grammar, editing
No wrong answer penalty
Timing
45 min. English
35 min. Reading
60 min. Math
35 min. Science
Achievement Test
Math – up to Trigonometry
Reading – passages from prose fiction, social science, humanities & natural science
English – grammar
Science – charts & experiments
No wrong answer penalty

20. Essay and Teacher Recommendation
Look at topics and begin brainstorming now
Senior English Teachers will address college essay
Receive feedback from teachers, parents, etc. and edit and rewrite several times
Answer honestly
Let the reader get to know who you are
Can make a difference if college is undecided
Recommendations
Check if required
2-3 minimum
Best choice: Teacher who knows you personally
Teacher related to college major
At least 1 academic teacher
Coach or advisor is a good secondary letter

21. Activities & Sports Activities Sports
Extracurricular, church, local community
Quality participation in a few grades 9-12
Leadership roles a ++
Cinnaminson Activities will appear on transcript
Outside activities can be highlighted on resume in Naviance
Community Service is important for scholarships
Sports
Do I want to play Division I, II, or III?
Must register with NCAA ( for DI or DII.
Intramurals- no registration needed

22. NCAA Calculates Core Courses GPA Division I & II: 16 Core Courses
Core Courses: College Prep. Courses in English, Math, Lab Science, Social Studies, World Language
Check the NCAA Eligibility Center for approved Cinnaminson courses.
Minimum GPA of a 2.0 with higher GPA requirements for Division I
Visit
Apply online during Junior Year
NCAA Coordinator: Mr. Repsher

23. RCBC & Two Year Colleges
Career Associates Degrees
Allow you to go straight into the workforce
Examples: Culinary Arts, Dental Hygiene, Fire Science, Health Sciences, Radiography
AA or AS to Transfer to a 4 Year College
Complete basic course requirements for the first half of your bachelor’s degree
Check for Articulation Programs with 4 year colleges: RCBC 3+1 Program for selected majors
Meet with Transfer Advisor at end of freshman year

24. RCBC Spring Ahead Program
Informational meeting by RCBC advisor (Fall)
Complete RCBC Application Online (FREE)
Take Accuplacer Test at CHS (Winter)
Bus Trip to RCBC to review test results and schedule classes for fall (Spring)
Important to participate even if RCBC is “safety” school

25. RCBC CAP Program
Students enrolled in RCBC CAP designated courses may earn RCBC credits for a fee (approx. $150 per 3 credit course)
Must enroll by deadline (mid-October)
Student must earn “C” or better in course
CAP payments are nonrefundable
CAP credits may or may not be accepted
Students’ responsibility to contact college regarding their policies
Students must request a transcript from RCBC to their 4 year college in late July/August

26. NJ STARS Scholarship program
New Jersey residents that covers the cost of tuition at New Jersey's 19 community colleges.
Top 15 percent of their high school class from junior year
Five (5) semesters of eligibility for NJ STARS.
Must maintain a 3.0 GPA
Does not cover fees, books, or remedial, pre-college courses

27. NJ STARS II Scholarship towards a Bachelor's Degree
New Jersey community college NJ STARS students who earn their associate's degrees with a grade point average or better are eligible
Up to a $2,500 per year NJ STARS II scholarship
Any New Jersey public or independent NJ TAG- participating four-year college or university.

28. Trade/Technical Schools
Strong Reading and Math Skills
Hands – on Specialized Fields
SAT/ACT not required – many required aptitude tests and/or reading & math tests
Completion of program leads to certification or licensure
Apprenticeship are obtained through unions
Consider career programs at RCBC or BCIT

29. Military Physical Fitness Dedication & Punctuality
Schedule a meeting with a recruiter (with parents if under 18)
ASVAB test (entrance and aptitude)
Counselor will coordinate with recruiter to track graduation progress and provide records

30. Military U.S. Army Recruiting Station Military Recruiting Office
2201 NJ-38 #715 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
(856)
US Army Recruiting Office Cherry Hill
818 Haddonfield Rd Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
(856)
Willingboro Army Recruiting Center
4202 US-130 Willingboro, NJ 08046
(609)
US Navy Recruiting
818 Haddonfield Rd #5 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
(856)
US Naval Recruiting
Military Recruiting Office
300 E Greentree Rd #7 Marlton, NJ 08053
(856)
US Air Force Recruiting
Casel Reality Bldg Ste 5, RT 130 Beverly Rancocas Rd Beverly, NJ 08010
US Marine Corps Recruiting
Recruiter
10 S Haddon Ave Haddonfield NJ 08033
(856)
National Guard Recruiter
2001 Grove St, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
(856)

31. Meeting College Costs Sources of Aid Types of Financial Aid
Grants (Need based)
Loans
Scholarships
Employment Opportunities
Work–Study
Federal
State of New Jersey
College/University
Outside Organizations
Civil organizations (Rotary)
Parents’ Employer
High school awards

32. Financial Aid
Federal Grants & Loans based on need by completing FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
beginning Oct. 1 of senior year)
Both student and parent should request a FSA ID
Scholarships Search- usually merit based
and others
Additional scholarships posted on Naviance
Attend Financial Aid Night in Fall of Senior Year

33. Websites Parent’s Guide to College Awareness and Planning:
SAT Registration:
PSAT results – College Search & Planning Resource:
ACT Registration:
Naviance – College & Career Readiness Solutions:
Financial Aid: Estimate of your Federal Financial Aid Eligibility:

34. Post Secondary Planning Summary
Communicate with counselor
 Understand admission factors
 Explore your options early
Keep information organized
 Develop a financial plan
 Deadlines are critical
 Visit, visit, visit!

35. Want more information??? Naviance on the High School Guidance Webpage
Visit the High School Guidance page at
Naviance on the High School Guidance Webpage

36. Please fill out the survey.
Questions???
Thank you for coming!
Please fill out the survey.