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College and Career Planning for Juniors

College and Career Planning for Juniors. Klein Collins High School November 2016. 2-year College. Military. What future will you choose?. Technical School. Work. 4-year University. High School. Preparation for Senior Year. Senior Course Requests

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College and Career Planning for Juniors

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  1. College and Career Planning for Juniors Klein Collins High School November 2016

  2. 2-year College Military What future will you choose? Technical School Work 4-year University High School

  3. Preparation for Senior Year • Senior Course Requests • Students must have 19+ credits going into Senior Year! • Testing: SAT, ACT, and EOC/ SAT at KCHS March 1 • Researching Colleges and Careers • Visit your top 3 or 4 colleges • Attendance form and checklist on KCHS website • Community Service, Leadership Opportunities, Summer Programs, Employment • Resumes

  4. Senior Course RequestsJanuary 2017 ● Verification in April • All changes must be in writing! ● Deadline for changes for 2017-18 is June. ● Make sure you have required courses and credits for graduation. ● Make sure you are taking the courses you need for the colleges you are considering.

  5. Testing – PSATResults in December • My College QuickStart with PSAT Access Code • collegeboard.org/quickstart • Use to review and study for SAT in March • College and career research

  6. Testing for University Admission • Register to take SAT and/or ACT in the late Spring after results of SAT in March. • See SAT vs. ACT to determine which test is best for you. • Retest, if necessary, in October • KCHS School Code 446693

  7. Sat.org/register Set up an account/keep all log in information organized $57.00 SAT —Reasoning Test CR+M+W SAT subject tests Only if needed Test Dates May 6: register by 4/7 June 3: register by 5/9 STUDENTS WHO QUALIFY FOR FREE/REDUCED LUNCH CAN RECEIVE 2 WAIVERS TO TAKE THE SAT Register for the SAT

  8. My College QuickStart:Express SAT Sign-Up

  9. http://www.actstudent.org Set up an account/log in information $58.50 ACT—with writing(Math,Science,English,Reading,Writing) Test Dates April 8: register by 3/3 June 10: register by 5/5 Register for the ACT • STUDENTS WHO QUALIFY FOR FREE/REDUCED LUNCH CAN RECEIVE 2 WAIVERS TO TAKE THE ACT

  10. Test Preparation ● Use free online tools • www.number2.com • www.collegeforalltexans.com • www.march2success.com • www.collegeboard.org • www.actstudent.org • My College Quick Start ● Fee-based programs are available • www.zaps.com, Kaplan, Princeton Review, Test Masters ● Klein Collins Website/ Testing http://kleincollins.kleinisd.net/

  11. Do you meet the school’s admission requirements -- GPA/class rank and SAT/ACT scores? What high school courses are required? Do they offer what you plan to study (college major)? Consider college characteristics Estimate costs of attendance, housing, transportation, etc. List, compare, and visit colleges Factors to Consider When Choosing Your College Don’t choose your school based solely upon what your friends are doing!

  12. Research Colleges • My College QuickStart/ PSAT Results • Career Cruising • www.careercruising.com • Klein Collins Website • http://kleincollins.kleinisd.net/ • Visit each school’s web site

  13. Lone Star College • Affordable, close-to-home, flexible classes • Transfer hours to university • Associates Degree, Technical Programs • Several campuses: University Park, Tomball, Montgomery, North Harris • Admissions testing: TSI – may use ACT/SAT scores

  14. Lone Star Honors College Chancellor’s Fellows Program Student can receive the following benefits: • Honors Associate Degree (AA or AS) • Award Package to include tuition and fees (up to 15 credit hours of in-district tuition per semester) • Book Allowance (up to $600 per semester) • Allowance ($600 per semester) • International travel opportunities

  15. Financial Aid Information • Develop a plan to finance your education • E-Scholarships USA www.collegeguidanceconsultants.comusername and password available in counseling office • Online search engines & resources • Fastweb.com or CollegeAnswer.com ● FAFSA-federal grants and loans -Based on tax information

  16. Other College Admissions Factors • Looking for Well-Rounded Students • Get involved in your school and community • Community Service • Volunteering with Church, Habitat, Hospital, Sports Teams • http://www.volunteerhouston.org/ • Leadership opportunities • Clubs and organizations • Summer Programs • Check specific College websites for summer opportunities • Employment

  17. Resume • A resume summarizes your information (Activities, honors, employment, service) • Sample on pgs. 102-104 of Jr/Sr Handbook • Klein ISD Counseling website • Preparing a resume before August will save you hours of time next year

  18. Class Ranking • 6-Semester Class Rank available in August • Due to later start date of school, this six semester ranking is the only one available to meet most college admissions deadlines!

  19. Other Opportunities after KCHS • Career Prep Schools • Art Institute • ITT Tech • Texas Work Force Commission • Join the Military • Contact recruiter: see schedule online • Take the ASVAB in the Spring! Sign up in the counseling office with Mrs. Grimm

  20. It’s time to wake up! Don’t let your future pass you by.

  21. To Do ListPLAN FOR YOUR FUTURE! • Review PSAT results & course requests • Research & visit schools • Keep a file with all accounts and your usernames and passwords. • Narrow your list to 3-4 schools • Take SAT/ACT in Spring/ SAT at KCHS March 1 • Create resume before August • Be ready to apply to your schools in September!

  22. Any questions? Contact Your Counselor Review the Handout and the KCHS website http://kleincollins.kleinisd.net/

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