1. CLASS OF 2012! North Springs Charter High School Senior Info Session

2. Applying to College: Key Components Applications Transcripts Test Scores Teacher Recommendations Counselor Recommendations/Secondary School Report Essay (if required) Senior Information Sheet/Resume

3. Step One: Apply! Submit your application online or via mail including the application fee You should be applying to 5-7 schools that suit you academically and socially Be mindful of each school’s application deadline which is posted on the undergraduate admissions website

4. Requesting a Transcript: Students must request an official transcript through Mrs. Bryan or Ms. Billey in the Counseling Office The transcript request form must be completed and you must attach: 1) A stamped, addressed envelope 2) $2.00 (per transcript 3) The counselor evaluation form (if required by college) 4) Senior Information Sheet/Resume if there is a counselor evaluation ● You must allow 2 weeks/10 school days for completion

5. EXAMPLE NSCHS Transcript Request Card **ALLOW 10 SCHOOL DAYS TO PROCESS REQUESTS** Student (Last Name) _____________________________________ First Name _________________________________ E-mail ________________________________________________ Counselor __________________________________ STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY: o Student should submit application to college before requesting a transcript o Fee of $2.00 per transcript is required upon request with a stamped (at least two stamps), addressed (address of destination) envelope if mailing o Attach with a paper clip any counselor evaluation form with student resume/senior infor sheet if required College/ScholarshipItems Needed T=Transcript Only CE=Counselor Evaluation Only T+CE=Transcript & Counselor Eval (circle one) Date Due Date Submitted Delivery Options Mail E-mail Pickup (circle one) PaidDate Sent Counselo r/Record Manager Initials Student Initials TCET+CEMEP TCET+CEMEP TCET+CEMEP TCET+CEMEP TCET+CEMEP TCET+CEMEP

6. Letters and Test Scores: If your college requires a teacher recommendation, request these at least 4 weeks before the deadline ACT & SAT Test Scores: -North Springs does not send your test scores to colleges -Scores must be sent to colleges directly from the testing institution: SAT-www.collegeboard.com ACT-www.actstudent.org

7. Counselor Evaluation/Secondary School Report: Some schools require the school counselor to complete a counselor evaluation or a secondary school report If so, you must submit this form and include a senior information sheet/resume when you request your transcripts (attach to log with paperclip) Senior information sheets are available in the counseling office or create your own resume Highlight your extracurricular involvements, community service, and leadership roles

8. Resources in College and Career Center: Location: E-107 You may visit during your lunch period GA College 411 (gacollege411.org) Scholarship Information College Visits—must sign up in the E-107 beforehand

9. College Visits: A calendar of college visits is posted on the bulletin board in the Commons You must sign up in the College and Career Center (E- 107)at least one day ahead to attend Please read the college admissions information on the college’s website ahead of time so you are informed and ask appropriate questions Remember that the college reps are also the ones reading your applications and making admissions decisions about you

10. HOPE Scholarship: GPA for HOPE will be determined by averaging all core grades (Math, Science, Social Studies, Language Arts, and Foreign Language) (A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, and F=0) All Honors and AP points are removed for this calculation HOPE eligibility is determined by the Georgia Student Finance Commission

11. HOPE continued: Apply for HOPE in two ways: 1) By completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form in January of senior year 2) Or by completing the GSFAPPS application online at www.gacollege411.orgwww.gacollege411.org ● For more information, contact the Georgia Student Finance Commission: 770-724-9000 or www.gsfc.org

12. Scholarships: Pepsi database is largest/most comprehensive www.tuitionfundingsources.com ● Fast Web-www.fastweb.com ● GA College 411 ● Scholarship Box in E107 ● Scholarships through the specific college

13. Follow Us Join us on Facebook for important information, updates, and calendar event reminders: Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/267442656607851/ Also, check the Counseling Dept. Master Calendar under the Counseling tab on the homepage for important events (northspringshigh.com)

14. For Further Questions: Dave Levin: levind@fultonschools.org Tessa Barbazon: barbazont@fultonschools.org Ariel Petro: petroa@fultonschools.org Ava Butler: butlera1@fultonschools.org Leslie Billey (records manager): billeyl@fultonschools.org Marilu Anderson (college & career center): andersonm2@fultonschools.org