1. Columbus North Counseling Center Senior Parent Planning Night
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Columbus North Counseling Center Senior Parent Planning Night
Good Luck Class of 2018 & Parents!

2. Counseling Center Staff
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Counseling Center Staff
Mrs. Sandy Freshour, Counselor: 10th-12th A-G
Mrs. Mary Jane Shireman 10th-12th H-O
Ms. Emily Tucker, Counselor: 10th-12th P-Z
Mrs. Seth Ragsdale, Counselor: 9th Grade
Mrs. Bev Addis, Registrar
Mrs. Michelle Payne, Scholarship Coordinator
Mrs. Stacie Fedewa, Secretarial Assistant
Mr. Patrick Pemberton, Counseling Director
Mrs. Teresa Weichman, C4 counselor

3. Step 1: Getting Ready to Graduate
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Step 1: Getting Ready to Graduate
Senior Meetings
August– Senior English classes
Will Check
Transcripts
Current Schedule – Semester Two Schedule
Diploma Requirements
Senior Data Sheet
Answer Questions
Give Information

4. Step 1: Getting Ready to Graduate
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Step 1: Getting Ready to Graduate
Graduation Requirements
Diploma requirements—CHECK NOW
Pass ECA’s in Algebra & English 10
Retests (if you haven’t passed) December & May
Senior Project (30 hours total)
Jennifer Hester, Senior Project Coordinator;
Room #2419 periods 3-8; Phone: (812)
Project-(15-20 hours)
Service Learning (10 hours) & Job Shadowing (5 hours)
Proposal
Paper (Senior English S1)
Portfolio/Presentation—December or May
Career Information & Exploration Class (Senior Project Completion)

5. Step 1: Getting Ready to Graduate
How to stay informed & do what is needed
Bulldog Bytes. Show Me The Money, Counseling Center Website
Naviance (on CN Counseling Center link on CN website)
Parent Portal (pick up username & password in Main Office)
Grades, Assignments, Attendance, teachers, School Bulletins
Very important for the Senior Year, remember-grades/progress reports are not mailed home. CHECK REGULARLY
CN website-

6. Step 2: The Right Choice WHAT COLLEGES & EMPLOYERS LOOK FOR:
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Step 2: The Right Choice
WHAT COLLEGES & EMPLOYERS LOOK FOR:
Strength of schedule
Grade point average
Class rank
Test scores
Extra-curricular and personal activities
Geographical and racial balance
Music auditions, Art portfolio, Other
PLACES DIFFER! CONTACT THE COLLEGE OR EMPLOYER
Check Naviance to see how you compare to current freshmen at the Colleges of your choice!

7. Step 2: The Right Choice Representatives visiting North Check Naviance
CNHS Daily Announcements
Listings in Show Me the Money
Students sign up on Naviance
Parents are welcome to attend by calling the Counseling Center in advance
State University Day: August 24
College Fair: September 21 at East

8. Step 2: The Right Choice Visits off site (campus visits)
NO SUBSTITUTE FOR VISITING and immersing in the culture & climate of the post-secondary environment (visit the places you are applying to!)
Three days each, junior & senior years
Before:
Make Appointment with the College Admission Office
Obtain unofficial transcript/Mrs. Payne
Complete College Visit form /Dean’s Office at least one week prior to the visit
During:
Speak to admissions & financial aid
Tour Campus
Attend a class and/or meet with professor
After:
Return signed College Visit Form to Dean’s Office

9. Step 3: Taking the Right Tests
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Step 3: Taking the Right Tests
SAT & ACT
Registration- on line or hard copy
SAT:
ACT:
School Code:
Take in September-December
Cost (SAT $46; $60 with essay, ACT $46 and $62.50 with essay)
Dates & Location (see handout)
Test goes here

10. Step 3: Taking the Right Tests
AP Tests
Colleges vary on how they use the AP test scores, contact the colleges
Tests are first two weeks in May
ASVAB
Other Required Exams
Check with your college
Placement tests, SAT Subject tests, CLEP test for college credit

11. Step 4: Applying to College
The College Application Process
Finding Applications
College website
Many colleges prefer online applications
Create an account (write down user name & password)
Print the college application checklist
The Common Application used by many universities. Go to
Stop by the Counseling Center if you need help finding applications
Naviance

12. Step 4: Applying to College
The College Application Process
Apply Early
Rule of thumb: Apply by November 1st
Check each college deadline carefully
Print out required forms & submit
Remember, the Counseling Office is CLOSED over Fall Break—Deadlines for submission are 1-2 weeks prior
Follow Directions
Each college has a unique process, most have a checklist
Do your homework, requirements & components differ
Check to see if student essay or recommendation letters are required

13. Step 4: Applying to College
The College Application Process
Be Responsible
Know deadlines & mark on calendar
Do legwork and necessary research
Update your resume/Student Brag Sheet
Be Organized
College folder, application folder, and chart to keep track
Add the college to your Naviance account “Colleges I am Applying to”
Ask for required recommendations in August & September and write essays well ahead of the deadline

14. Step 4: Applying to College
Working with your Counselor
Most Colleges require a counselor component
Be early and detail-oriented
Use the “CNHS Action Form for College Applications”
Recommendations require 10 school days
Applications are processed on a first-come first-served basis
Follow up with the college on every application and check your frequently!

15. Step 4: Applying to College
Transcripts
High School Transcript
Students request through their Parchment account
Sent directly from CNHS via Parchment
Transcript includes:
Grades, Class Rank, GPA, Type of Classes, Test Scores
College (dual-credit) Transcripts
Students request directly from college(s)
Contact the college registrar & follow their process

16. Step 5: Paying for College
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Step 5: Paying for College
Aid Comes From:
Federal Government (FAFSA)
State Aid (SSACI)
College (merit-based awards)
Private (local scholarships, etc)
Types of Aid:
Loans (you pay back)
Scholarships (you don’t pay back)
Grants (you have to qualify, you don’t pay back)
work study (you work for the university while going to school)
Other Options:
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps
Military
Employment
Direct questions to College Financial Aid Office

17. Step 5: Paying for College
TIPS
Students & Parents work together
Communicate
Understanding student role in securing $$ for college
Get the Numbers Right
Research the actual cost of attending each college on your list
Tuition, fees, room & board, Books & supplies, estimated personal expenses, transportation expenses

18. Step 5: Paying for College
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Step 5: Paying for College
COMPLETE THE FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
Applications available October of Senior year
Free help is available for filling out FAFSA
BCSC FAFSA Night – October 5, 2017 – CNHS Cafeteria 6:00 p.m.
College Goal Sunday at the Learning Center: November 5, 2017 and February 25, Starts at 2:00! FAFSA due by: March 10th of Senior year
Helpful websites:

19. Show Me The Money Scholarship Publication
Parent Registration:
or right side of the CNHS Homepage
Contact Mrs. Payne at (812) or if you need help
Log in to
Click on “Courses” on the top banner
Select “Counseling Center”
Scroll to the middle of the page and click the Sign Up Button
Student Registration:

20. Additional Information
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Additional Information
Athletes:
NCAA & NAIA Eligibility
For college-bound athletes
Division I, Division II, or NAIA college athletics
Sliding scale: Grade point average vs. SAT or ACT scores
16 core classes: must be NCAA approved!
Check the websites for requirements & registration:
NCAA:
NAIA:
Additional Post-Secondary Options:
Internships, Co-ops, Apprenticeships, Military (contact recruiters)

21. Columbus North Counseling Center
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Columbus North Counseling Center
Have a great year!