1. ROADMAP TO THE FUTURE

2. Counselors A-Cl Linda Packman Co-Gray Stephanie Isaacs Green-K Brian Drnec L-Og Lindsay Beil Ol-Sh Jill Snyder Si-Z Veronica Valentine

3. Student Services (Cont) Registrar: Emily Mandile Registrar: Robin Procida Data Clerk: Marian Boring Secretary: Ms. Charlie Engelkemier

4. POST HIGH SCHOOL PLANS • FOUR YEAR COLLEGE • TWO- YEAR COLLEGE  FOUR YEAR COLLEGE • TWO- YEAR COLLEGE  CERTIFICATION • MILITARY • VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS • APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS • WORK

5. FOUR YEAR COLLEGE • Applications are due between November 1 and March 1. • Colleges require transcripts, GPA, SAT scores, teacher recommendations. • Students must complete the Red and Green folders to obtain transcripts and recommendations. • Most colleges require a minimum of a 3.0 GPA and 1400 on SAT’s. • Students earn a Bachelors of Art or Science at a four year school.

6. HOW TO APPLY TO FOUR YEAR SCHOOL 1. Complete Application online for the school you wish to apply. 2. Complete the red and green folder process. 3. Have your SAT/ACT scores sent directly to the college.

7. ADMISSION GAME

8. RULES OF THE GAME • Review high school transcripts of all students and identify the candidates you wish to grant admission.

9. PROCESSING QUESTIONS • Who did you admit (what numbers)? • What factors did you consider? • What issues/challenges did your group encounter? • What lessons did you learn from this game?

10. MORAL OF THE GAME • It is highly competitive to gain admission to college. • Colleges have different levels of selectivity. • Variables beyond your control are factored into the admission process. • Be sure to be realistic and open minded when applying.

11. Process in RHS Counseling Office • Transcripts and letter of recommendation Complete waiver of rights to receive red and green folders In Red folders: • Complete transcript release form listing all colleges to which you are applying • Complete counselor input form • Include $4 dollars for each transcript and an envelope addressed to each of your colleges (except common app schools) • Include a resume • Be AWARE of DEADLINES!

12. TEACHER RECOMMENDATIONS In Green folders: • Write the teacher a letter requesting recommendation • Complete teacher input form listing all the colleges to which you are applying • Answer the four questions on the teacher form • Include a stamped addressed envelope for each college you are applying • Be AWARE of DEADLINES! • WRITE A THANK YOU NOTE! WRITE A THANK YOU NOTE! WRITE A THANK YOU NOTE!

13. University of Maryland, College Park 25,500 applications for a class of 3,975 Average SAT: 1250-1400 (CR and Math) GPA: 4.05 weighted Priority Deadline for Admission: November 1 Towson University 15704 applicants and 8900 students were admitted Average SAT: 1560-1770 on all three parts (middle 50%) Average GPA: 3.53 Application and Scholarship Deadline: December 2 Stevenson University Average SAT: 1380-1710 (middle 50%) ACT average: 22 GPA: 3.3 unweighted Admission: Rolling LOCAL COLLEGE PROFILESAS REPORTED FOR CLASS OF 2011

14. LOCAL COLLEGE PROFILES • Salisbury University • Approximately 8,000 applications received and 4,000 students were admitted • Average GPA: 3.7 • Average SAT: 1720 • Admission Deadline: December 1- Early Action • Frostburg University • 5,000 applicants with a 58% admission rate • Average SAT: 1010 on verbal and math (SAT preferred school) • Average GPA: 3.2 • Admission: Rolling Admission • UMBC • 8,000 applicants received in 2011 and anticipate admitting 60% of applicants • Average SAT: 1200 (CR and math) or 1800 on all three parts • Average GPA: 3.6 • Admission: Early Action November 1

15. Two- Year SchoolTransfer options • Howard Community College or CCBC (Community College of Baltimore County) • Earn AA degree and then transfer to Four year college as a junior. • Students go for two years at HCC and then finish junior and senior year at four year school.

16. Two- Year SchoolCertification Programs • HCC or CCBC offer associate degrees, certificates, letters of recognition and professional certificates in dozens of fields of study. • Examples: • EMT, Pharmacy Technician, Massage Therapy, Hospitality and Culinary Management, Nursing, Vet Tech, Dental Hygienist, Paralegal, Television and Radio, Respiratory Therapist.

17. PICTIONARY RHS STYLE • In groups of 5, draw or symbolize 3-5 benefits of attending HCC.

18. MILITARY • Armed Forces • Coast Guard • Marines • Air Force • Navy • http://www.military.com/ Talk to a military recruiter to learn about process.

19. VOCATIONAL SCHOOLSSchools that provide hands on training for the career field you wish to pursue. • Associated Builders and Contractors • Baltimore Studio of Hair Design • Broadcasting Institute of Maryland • Sheffield Institute of Recording Arts • Lincoln Technical School • Von Lee

20. HOW TO APPLY TO VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS 1. Visit the schools website and check the admissions page. 2. Take a tour of the school. 3. Complete financial aid information.

21. WHAT IS AN APPRENTICESHIP • Apprenticeship is a combination of on-the-job training (OJT) and related classroom instruction under the supervision of a journey-level craft person. • Will being an Apprentice help me earn more money? Yes. Apprentices are guaranteed periodic pay increases throughout their Apprenticeships, provided they successfully complete program requirements.

22. APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS • Baltimore Carpentry Apprenticeship • Iron Workers • Plumbers and Steamfitters • Electricians Joint Apprenticeship • Associated Builders and Contractors • http://www.dllr.state.md.us/labor/appr.html • http://www.ccbcmd.edu/ceed/apprenticeship_faq.html