2. Welcome Class of
2017 Parents

3. Visit Senior Page Often:
Senior Class Advisors
Mrs. Becky Dean
Mrs. Angie Richards
Visit Senior Page Often:

4. Senior Portraits, Ads, & Yearkbook
Questions? Please contact Taylor Feeney

5. Counseling Department
Mr. Rafael Santiago, Counseling Department Chair
Students with last names beginning with Strange - Z + All ELL students
Mrs. Ashley Kozee, School Counselor
Students with last names A - Dix
Mrs. Leila Fondo, School Counselor
Students with last names Doe - Just
Mrs. Kyleigh Swanburg, School Counselor
Students with the last names K - Oh
Ms. Grace Savage, School Counselor
Students with last names Oi - Strand
Mr. Mitch Young, Principal
Mr. Michel Satterfield, Assistant Principal
Mrs. Amy Gamez, School Social Worker
Mrs. Brenda Hamilton, Registrar
Mrs. Linda Alexander, Counseling Secretary

6. HELP!!! I can’t remember all this information!!!
Don’t worry
We are available to answer questions
Visit the website often
Tonight's presentation will be posted on the counseling website

7. Graduation
Most seniors need to earn the last core requirements for graduation. It is imperative that students pass all required courses in order to graduate and participate in graduation ceremonies. Graduation is on May 27, 2017.
Counselors are meeting with seniors individually and are reviewing senior status sheets which cover graduation requirements.

8. How many schools should I apply to???
It is important to narrow your choices. An appropriate number of schools to apply to for most students is It is not necessary to apply to a long list of schools. Consider your first choice colleges and selectivity. Do consider applying to schools that may be
Reach
Target or
Likely
*Students are strongly encouraged to review your college choices with your counselor.

9. Step 1 Finalize list of College/Universities – 3 to 5
(Remember to be selective and to keep in mind a “reality check”)
Consider: College Visits (4 excused absences)
College Representative Visits (Sign-up in Counseling Office)
College Search Engines ( gafutures.org...)

10. Step 2 Visit College/University Website
Find the following information from the Freshman Admissions Link:
Requirements (HS credits, application, recommendations, fees, tests)
Deadlines for Application
Deadlines for Scholarships (also on the school’s Financial Aid website)

11. Step 3 Complete Senior Information Sheet
Students submitting Early Action Applications must submit Senior Profile by September 12th.
Seniors must complete and submit Senior Profile by October 1st for all other deadlines
Senior Profile will provide counselors with important information that can be used when writing letters of recommendation. Give complete, honest and well-thought out answers to the required questions.

12. Step 4 Register for SAT/ACT
(If you have not taken or need to retake either of these tests)
Act quickly! Deadlines for registrations are coming up!
Counseling Webpage:
Update Schools you are applying to on your personal SAT/ACT Account
(Colleges/Universities must receive scores directly from testing agency)

13. To register, go to www.applerouth.com/signup and enter the event code.
Upcoming Mock Tests at Forsyth Central High School
Full-length proctored mock tests help students learn what to expect under test-like conditions.
Students will receive a report with comprehensive personal analysis of their performance on the test.
Mock ACT Mock SAT SAT/ACT Diagnostic
September September September 17
9:00am - 1:15pm :00am - 1:30pm :15am - 1:45pm
Event code: Event code: Event code:
M M M225760
Each mock exam is $10.
To register, go to and enter the event code.

14. Step 5 Complete and Submit Applications Essays Common Applications
(Prioritize according to deadlines and Review/Edit before Submitting. Pay application fee.)
Essays
Dedicate time and effort.
Be honest, authentic, creative and answer the prompt.
Ask teachers/peers to review and make suggestions.
Proof Read and Edit, Edit, Edit.
Common Applications
Create an account.
Complete Personal and School Information.
Invite your counselor and teacher(s) as recommenders.

15. Admissions Terms
Regular Admissions Deadline- The regular application deadline specified by colleges is typically in January or February.
Rolling Admissions- No deal - applications are processed as received.
Early Decision - This is a binding agreement and should only be used when application to your top choice college. Deadline usually in October/November.
Early Action - Early application that is non binding with a deadline usually in October/ November *It is strongly recommended that students consult with their counselor prior to applying early.

16. Step 6 Submit a Transcript Request
Official Transcript & School Profile
Forms available in Counseling Office and on the Senior Page of the Counseling Website.
Fill out completely for all applications (Common App., In-State/Electronic Copy, Out-of-State/Hard Copy)
Include a $3.00 Fee for each request.
Note: If you are completing a Common Application for multiple schools, please list them on the Transcript Request Form and include one $3.00 fee.
Counselor Recommendation (if needed) – Be Considerate! (Allow 2 to 3 weeks)
School Report/Counselor Evaluation (print and include with Transcript Request)
Requests for out-of-state transcripts will cost $5.00. The cost includes postage and envelope. Students will provide address where they want it sent.

17. Step 7
Request Teacher Recommendation (only if required by the college/university)
Please allow teachers ample time (2 to 3 weeks) to write your recommendation.
Provide them with a copy of your Senior Profile Sheet/ Resume.
Let the teacher know whether the application will be sent through Common Application, College Website, or mailed.
If the recommendation letter needs to be mailed, provide teacher with a stamped envelope, addressed with the corresponding school’s Office of Admission address.

18. Step 8 Review Final Checklist
Completed Senior Information/Senior Profile Sheet
Registered for SAT/ACT (if needed)
Send test scores directly from testing agency to college
Reviewed/edited and submitted Application
Paid College Application Fee
Requested Teacher Recommendation
Submitted Transcript Request with applicable fee, stamps, forms (allow 3 weeks to process)

19. College Athletes Students interested in playing college athletics
must register with the NCAA Clearinghouse or
NAIA
Students must register once your junior year courses and grades are available on you transcript
Submit the clearinghouse application at or
Submit an official high school transcript and official SAT/ACT scores

20. Step 9
The Waiting Game
Review application status page for each college
Verify all required documents have been submitted
Note: If college states something is missing or that they have not received your application, DON’T PANIC! See Mrs. Hamilton, in room 173 and CALMLY ask her to track your documents. Many times the schools have received everything but have not updated the status page of their website.
Patiently wait for Admission Decisions

21. Financing College Hope Scholarship College Scholarships
Local Scholarships
National Merit Scholarships
Government Financial Aid – Loans, Grants

22. HOPE & Zell Miller HOPE Zell Miller Scholar Program
3.0 Core GPA as calculated by the Georgia Student Finance
Commission. Student must maintain a 3.0 GPA College.
Zell Miller Scholar Program
Students must graduate with a 3.7 GPA as calculated by the Georgia
Student Finance Commission and have a 1200 SAT
(math & critical reading) or a 26 on the ACT.
Visit for complete scholarship details. HOPE
application and FAFSA need to be completed.

23. Social Networking
82% of teens between 14 – 17 are on Social Networking Sites
The average user of Facebook has 130 friends
Areas of Concern
Know your students log in and password
69% percent of students 13 – 17 have included their physical location
Careful of who you accept as a friend
Be selective of material that you post
Colleges Admissions teams report to searching out applicants on social networking sites.

25. Senioritis
Senioritis – (Seen-yer-i-tis) n. Lack of concern for one’s academic program performance. Second semester high school seniors are the individuals at risk of contracting this potentially crippling syndrome.

26. Step 10
In the Meantime….
Maintain Grades – Mid-Year reports / Final Grades (Both Important).
Search for and apply for Scholarships
Visit the counseling web page often and follow us on
Make an appointment to see your counselor with any questions.
Visit gafutures.org for HOPE scholarship details.
Attend Financial Aid Night at Forsyth Central High School – To Be Announced
Finally......ENJOY THE SENIOR YEAR!

27. Thank you for joining us and arrive home safely.
Counselors will be available for questions.