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11 th Grade Guidance Lesson

11 th Grade Guidance Lesson. SOUTH COBB HIGH SCHOOL Professional School Counselors. Professional School Counseling Department Mission Statement.

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11 th Grade Guidance Lesson

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  1. 11th Grade Guidance Lesson SOUTH COBB HIGH SCHOOL Professional School Counselors

  2. Professional School Counseling Department Mission Statement The mission of our Counseling Department is to help all students achieve personally/socially, academically and vocationally in order to be productive citizens in a global society. This is a four-year approach and is a collaborative effort that includes the support of students, parents, faculty and staff, central office and community stakeholders.

  3. Professional School CounselingDepartment Goals •  To provide comprehensive programs to meet the needs of students and their families. • To eliminate unnecessary barriers for students to maximize their full potentials. • To use result-based data to deliver quality counseling service. • To utilize community resources/referrals when needed. • To provide flexible time for students to conference with a counselor. • To employ preventive measures to assist students.

  4. Who is your school counselor? 2011-12 School Year Freshmen Dr. Moses Retained Freshmen Mrs. Bullock (Dept. Chair) Sophomores Mr. Chung Juniors Ms. Medley Seniors Dr. Jackson

  5. Essential Questions What do I need to do to have a successful Senior year? How do I put my post-secondary plan into action?

  6. Discussion Topics • High School Graduation Requirements • Senior course selection • Post-secondary options • Admissions requirements versus graduation requirements • SAT/ACT/COMPASS/ASVAB • Graduation tests and EOCT’s • College admissions process • Financial aid resources (HOPE)

  7. 2012 Graduation Requirementsfor students entering 9th grade in 2009

  8. Which credits do I need to be promoted to a Senior • Complete the requirements for promotion to 11th grade • 10 units including two full units each of state required or core coursework in mathematics, science, and English. • Complete 16 credits

  9. GHSGT Tests and EOCT’s • Juniors must pass the Georgia HS writing test. • September 27, 2011 Make up-Feb. 29, 2012 • Juniors who started ninth grade in 2009 must pass one EOCT in each of the four content areas or pass the corresponding subject test of the GHSGT. • Testing dates: • English March 19, 2012 • Math March 20, 2012 • Science March 21, 2012 • Social Studies March 22, 2012 www.usatestprep.com -Member log in -Create new account School ID: Southcobb Activation code: newton24

  10. Let’s talk about….. • Post-graduation plans • Post-secondary options • Admissions requirements versus graduation requirements • SAT/ACT/COMPASS/ASVAB • College admissions process • Financial aid resources (HOPE)

  11. Post-secondary opportunities On-the-job training Military Technical school 2-year college 4-year college/university

  12. What do I need to Know? What’s my path after high school? What are the requirements to get there? What tests do I need to take? How do I pay for it?

  13. Post-secondary opportunities • On-the-job training • Military • Technical school • 2-year college • 4-year college/university

  14. Graduation vs. Admissions Requirements Graduation (minimum) Determined by Georgia Department of Education Tracked by you, your teachers, and your school counselor Needed before you earn a diploma – you get it, you graduate Must pass all the GHSGT or equivalent EOCT. Admissions (above & beyond) Determined by the individual college Tracked by you – it is your responsibility to find out what the school wants Needed before you can be admitted – no guarantees for admissions Must take SAT or ACT or COMPASS

  15. What test works for me? Most colleges will accept either test. These tests are only required for admissions to four year colleges. Students can take both. Students are responsible to register for all tests. ACT www.act.org 5 sections (math, English, science, reading and writing) No penalty for guessing 36 maximum score Achievement test SAT www.collegeboard.org 3 sections (math, reading, and writing) Points deducted for incorrect answers 2400 maximum score Aptitude test

  16. ACT and SAT DATES South Cobb School Code: 110305 www.act.org Sept. 10, 2011 Oct. 22, 2011 Dec. 10, 2011 Feb. 11, 2012 April 14, 2012 June 9, 2012 Fee: 49.50 Late Fee: 70.50 www.collegeboard.org Oct. 1, 2011 Nov. 5, 2011 Dec. 3, 2011 Jan. 28, 2012 March 10, 2012 May 5, 2012 June 2, 2012 Fee: 49.00 Late Fee: 75.00

  17. Other tests you may need COMPASS – Placement exam required for entrance to two year and technical colleges ASVAB – Aptitude exam required for entrance into the military that determines your eligibility for military jobs Everyone who wants to walk at graduation must earn a high school diploma. This means they must pass one EOCT in each of the four content areas or pass the corresponding subject test of the GHSGT and pass the GHSWT.

  18. How do I get to college? • Make a list of potential schools • Compare your profile to the school’s freshman profile • Review each school’s application: • Online application (preferred) • Transcript • Application fee • Recommendations (if needed) • Counselor Recommendation (or school evaluation) • Teacher Recommendation (letter or form) Know your application deadlines!

  19. Ways I can pay for college… Grants & Scholarships Do not have to be repaid Based on specific requirements Loans Need to be repaid after college Work-study Programs Student has a job on campus Money earned helps pay for college FINANCIAL AIDE NIGHT

  20. Is there HOPE for me? Changing information Apply for HOPE through FAFSA after January 1 of your senior year. Scholarship 3.0 Core GPA Needed Two year or four year degree Must graduate from a GA high school Must be a GA resident for at least one year Covers a percentage of tuition. Grant No GPA requirement Technical certificate or diploma Must have a high school diploma or GED Must be a GA resident for at least one year Covers a percentage of tuition and some fees

  21. Is there HOPE for me? Zell Miller Scholarship 3.7 Core GPA Required 1200 SAT Math and Reading/Verbal or 26 ACT Two year or four year degree Must graduate from a Georgia High School Covers full tuition

  22. Nuts and bolts of finding money Where do I find money? My school counselor and career center GACollege411 Websites such as fastweb My employer or my parent’s employer My college’s financial aid office Community resources How do I get the money? Apply early and often – scholarships have deadlines too! Put together a resume and prepare a personal statement so you will be ready to apply Complete the FAFSA as soon as possible after January 1 of senior year!

  23. Websites to bookmark • cobbk12.org/southcobb/ • Click on the counseling link • GAcollege411.org • Careercruising.com • Username: South • Password: Cobb • Portfolio username: Student lunch number • Password: 6 digit birthday (ex.091293) • www.usatestprep.com • -Member log in • -Create new account • School ID: Southcobb • Activation code: newton24 • www.studyisland.com • username: Student #@schs • password: eagles

  24. Other helpful websites www.perterson.com www.fastweb.com www.schoolsoup.com www.fafsa.ed.gov www.maldef.org/pdf/scholarship/pdf. “Plan for the future because that is where you are going to spend the rest of your life.” Mark Twain

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