1. Senior Advising
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2. Senior Advising Overview
GOAL: All seniors will have a post high school education plan
Resource Folder
How to Request a Letter of Recommendation
How to Request Official Transcripts
Financial Aid Reminders
College Admission Test Reminders
Ongoing Help and Support - Dates 2

3. Resource Folder
Crossing the Stage: You must meet all requirements to walk in the Grad Ceremony
Transcript Check
Credits - Personal Finance Course
Quick Link - rosevilletigers.org
Subject Requirements
Academic Review Form
What classes do I have left to graduate?
What classes do I have left to complete “a-g” requirements?
How many total number of credits do I have left to complete?
How to Send Official SAT/ACT Scores
Important Dates
Financial Aid Overview Sheet
NCAA Eligibility Basics
Senior Survey 3

4. Letters of Recommendation
When are they needed?
Private/independent universities
Scholarships
Internships
Employment
Steps to request a letter of recommendation
Go to for template
Complete template with background info
Give teachers, counselors, administrators at least two weeks notice
Make deadline clear
Thank you notes

5. Financial Aid/Scholarship Info
Who should apply? fafsa.gov
All students continuing their education
ANY TYPE OF COLLEGE
Private/Independent – Check Deadlines and Additional Paperwork
FAFSA priority filing October 1, to March 2, 2017
Cash for College Wednesday, October 26, 2016
Important Step 1: FSA ID: fsaid.ed.gov
All families should complete FAFSA regardless of income
All students applying to Private Universities should complete the CSS Profile in addition to FAFSA – Check university websites
All seniors should check “Outside Scholarships” list weekly on website go to the College and Career Center tab and watch for updates through NAVIANCE
All seniors should participate in the Local Scholarship Program
All seniors should look at college and university financial aid pages for merit scholarships

6. Transcripts How do I request an Official or Unofficial Transcript?
Request form in office – Ms. Moses’ desk
Parent signature required if you are under 18
$3 for each transcript requested
Follow the directions on the form
Allow one to two weeks for processing
Common App exception 6

7. College Admission Tests
ACT
SAT
Subject Tests
Things to Remember:
Most four year universities require tests to be completed by December - some earlier - check individual campus websites
Send official scores - colleges and universities will use the highest
College applications, report already received scores and/or planned dates
CSU Code:3594, UC: send to 1 UC and all UCs get it, NCAA Code:9999
See Dates to Remember handout
Take ACT + writing and SAT + essay to cover all campuses
Subject tests at more competitive campuses and specific majors

8. Application and Information Workshops
College Fair: September 21st, 6:00 to 8:00 (Woodcreek HS)
Four Year College Applications: October 5th, 6:00 to 8:30 pm RHS Cafeteria
Sierra College CTE Open House: Friday, October 7
Sierra College Applications: October 10
Military Enlistment Process: October 17
Cash For College / Financial Aid Night: October 26th, 6:00-8:00 pm RHS Cafeteria
RHS Career Fair: December 2

9. Military Who should attend October 17? Army Navy Air Force Marines
Coast Guard
Air National Guard
Who should attend October 17?
Interest in physical challenge
Serving your country
Hands on training
Travel
Mental/Emotional challenge
Looking for different learning environment
Would like help paying for four year college degree 9

10. Community College
100+ CA community colleges - Sierra College:
Transfer Programs: First two years at Community College/Finish at 4 year college or university
Guaranteed Transfer Admission Agreements to… UC Davis, UC Riverside, UC Santa Barbara, UC Santa Cruz, University of the Pacific, San Francisco State, and more!
Career/Technical Education: Two Year Programs and Certificates - CTE OPen House Oct. 7
Application Information and Completion - Monday, October 10
Who should attend?
Students who want to spend two to three years more at home after high school
Students who don’t meet the four year college requirements during high school but have the desire and motivation to pursue a degree
Students who don’t get into 1st choice four year university
Financial savings
Hands on learners
Students who want to finish their education within 12 to 24 months after graduating high school

11. 4 Year College Applications
CSU:
Four year public university system in CA
23 campuses statewide
College admission test required
2.0 or higher in “a-g” college entrance requirements
Students who are at least in the top 30% of graduating class
UC:
Premier 4 year public university system in CA
9 campuses statewide
College admission test required/some competitive majors - subject tests
3.0 or higher in “a-g”college entrance requirements
Students who are at least in the top 12% of graduating class
Application Deadline: November 30, 2016

12. 4 Year Colleges (Cont.) Private/Independent Colleges and Universities
4 year universities with private funding
75 campuses statewide
College admission test requirements
Common application participants
Out of State
Four year public and private universities (Similar system to CA)
4,000+ universities in the US
WUE:
Western Undergraduate Exchange
Potential for reduced tuition
Admission requirements vary greatly - please see individual campus websites

13. School to Work/Career Tech
Career Center Workshops
Resume Writing
Interview Skills
CTE Open House at Sierra College and Career Fair RHS
Who should attend?
Students who do not want to continue with education or training after graduation at this time
Students who want more help in deciding what opportunities are out there

14. Additional College/Career Support
RHS Counseling page on for more help
and to log in to NAVIANCE - college and career search
4 Year College Application Help - Wednesday, October 5
Sierra College CTE Open House - Friday, October 7
Sierra College Application Help - Monday, October 10
Military Representatives - Monday, October 17
Cash for College – Wednesday, October Take picture of “Dates to Remember”
RHS’ Career Fair - Friday, December 2
“Counselor Café” - Counselors will be available in the
Cafeteria every Monday during lunch for questions in Oct
SAT Prep Class at RHS - Listen for upcoming announcements

15. Senior Survey Name, Phone and Email (write legibly)
Plan for after high school
Career Goals
Education / Training Needed
Schools and Programs You’re Applying To
Advising Workshops (indicate which you will attend) 15