1. North Kitsap High School A-G Scott Martinsmartin@nkschools.orgsmartin@nkschools.org H-OMelanie Smithmsmith@ nkschool.org P-ZKaren Fickkfick@nkschools.org Career Specialist Denise Comeau dcomeau@nkschools.orgdcomeau@nkschools.org Kingston High School 1 st FloorMarlene Keltnermkeltner@nkschools.org 2 nd FloorTim Suchslandtsuchsland@nkschools.org Career CounselorMary Brownmbrown@nkschools.org

2.  Graduation Requirements  4 Year College “Need to Know”  2 Year Community College “Need to Know”  College & Career Research  Break Out Agenda

3. Staying Informed  Counseling webpage  Viking Voyage and Buccaneer – monthly newsletter  Skyward (monitor your student’s grades, attendance, etc.)  NKHS/KHS Main Website  Graduation Class Calendar Located on our websites

4. Important dates October 14 th - PSAT October 16 th & 17th – National College Fair – Seattle Washington State Convention Center October 20 th – Kingston High School Financial Aid Night October 29 th ASVAB for NKHS/KHS Students- 1:30-4:30 in the NKHS library January 28 th – ROTC/Academy Information Night (6:45PM Central Kitsap High School )

5. Graduation Requirements Earn 22 credits in specific subjects Pass State tests or State-approved alternatives * Reading and Writing: Pass the reading and writing high school ELA/HSPE * Math: Pass Exam (EOC) in Algebra and/or Geometry ****** Dependent on OSPI annual guidelines

6. Post High School Options  Trade/Vocational School  Military ASVAB  Community College Vocational program or 2 year degree Transfer to University  College or University Private vs. Public  Other

7. College Research  www.wois.org www.wois.org  www.checkoutacollege.com www.checkoutacollege.com  Community and technical college search and information www.collegeboard.org Explore College Websites College Visitations preview days

8. Trade/Technical school  Bates Technical College- Tacoma WA Boat building, Broadcasting/Video Production, & Diesel/Heavy Equipment Operator  Clover Park Technical College- Lakewood WA Cosmetology, Criminal Justice, & Massage Therapy  Olympic College Technical Programs- Bremerton WA Culinary Arts, Early Childhood, Engineering, & Welding Technology  Duration varies – 6 months to 4 years

9. 2 Year Community College “Need to Know”  Accuplacer/Placement Test  Seniors – Spring 2016  2 Year vs. 4 Year decision  Smaller Class Sizes  Cost Difference  Housing  SAT/ACT not required for admissions into community college  AAS Transferable Degree

10. 4 Year College “Need to Know”  Admissions Requirements – refer to college website for specific details  PSAT Date: October 14 th, 7:30am to 11:00am  Recommended for all college-bound juniors  Sign-up will be through either the ASB or Counseling offices  SAT www.collegeboard.com  ACT www.actstudent.org  Deadlines  Seniors: most colleges will accept up to December 2015 test results  Juniors: plan to take the SAT/ACT this spring  GPA & Rank  Transcript Request  Letter of Recommendation Procedure

11. 4 year College Admission Requirements  Washington public 4-year colleges require the following: English – 4 years Social Science – 3 years Math – 3 years including algebra I, geometry, and algebra II World Language – 2 years of the same language Lab Science – 2 years (biology, chemistry, or physics) Fine, Visual, or Performing Arts -.5 of a year Academic elective -.5 of a year Standardized testing to include SAT or ACT (with writing) REVIEW THE WEBSITES FOR THE COLLEGES TO WHICH YOU INTEND TO APPLY BEFORE YOU APPLY!

12. Selecting a School L OCATION, MAJORS, COST, ADMISSION RATES, SIZE, STUDENT LIFE … YOU ARE LOOKING FOR THE RIGHT FIT FOR YOUR STUDENT. A student’s College List should include a broad range of colleges “S AFETY ” S CHOOLS – student well exceeds admission requirements “M ATCH ” S CHOOLS – student matches or exceeds admissions requirements “R EACH ” S CHOOLS – admission requirements are very competitive, regardless of whether the student has exceeded admission requirements (historically very low admissions rates) Application fees range anywhere from free-$90. Applying to a large number of schools can be expensive and counterproductive.

13. College Admissions  Grades (in rigorous courses)  Recommendations  Essay(s)  Extra-curricular activities  Test Scores

14. How to Distinguish Your Application  Extra-Curricular Activities  Volunteer Work Hours  Paid Work Hours  Leadership  Clubs/Sports/Music  Clubs and memberships outside of school  Personal Statement  Difficulties you have overcome  Challenges you have met  Reasons for wanting to go to college  Edit, edit, edit

15. Financial Aid  Financial Aid Night  October 20 th at 6:30pm-8pm Located in the KHS Yellow Pod  December 10 th at 6:00pm-7:30pm Located in NKHS Commons  Olympic College Provides FAFSA Assistance  What can you do now?  www.fafsa.edu.gov  FAFSA4caster FAFSA4caster

16. Scholarships School Website: www.nkschools.org/nh www.nkschools.org/nh www.nkschools.org/kh  Local, State, and national scholarships  Websites  fastweb.com  finaid.com  collegeispossible.org  collegeanswer.com  washboard.org

17. Out of State Scholarship (WUE)  Out of State Exchange Programs (reduced tuition for out-of- State applicants (WUE)WUE Student must have legal residency in WUE state ○ Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah Washington, Wyoming Students can receive a discounted rate through the completion of their Bachelor’s degree ○ Over 145 public institutions are participating Some majors are not eligible Some colleges/universities have limited availability ○ May require evidence of academic performance To apply: ○ Check WUE box on your online admissions application or contact the admisions office of your prospective colleges For more information go to http://wiche.edu/wue

18. Time to meet with Vendors