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1. From Here to There…Welcome to Senior Year!

   Bremen High School
2. Getting Ready to Graduate Have plans in place to earn all necessary credits Pay attention to senior credit check letters Take PSAE on April 23 & 24 Seniors who MET or EXCEEDED on both Reading and Math are Final Exam Exempt Look on page 1 under “Your Performance Level” Pass Constitution Test Listen to announcements for Fall makeup Register for Selective Service Not eligible for financial aid if not registered
3. Senior Interviews Beginning next week! All Seniors will be seen by their counselors to discuss future options Things to bring to the interview Transcripts with corrections List of questions and concerns Current plan for beyond Bremen
4. Testing ACT Test Required to apply to 4-year college Next test is October 27; registration deadline is September 21 Register online with a credit card or waiver at www.actstudent.org If you qualify for free lunch, you may obtain a waiver from your counselor COMPASS – college placement test recommended for seniors Wednesday, October 24, at Bremen from 8 am-12 pm Value–college planning information, free class ASVAB – required for the military Tuesday, October 16, and 2nd semester (TBA) Signup information will be announced at a later date
5. College Visits College Campus Visits - allowed two per year Must be taken before April 1st Follow planned-absence procedure outlined on p. 16 of the Student/Parent Handbook College Rep. Visits at Bremen - allowed three per semester without counselor approval Sign up outside PPS office
6. College Applications All students are encouraged to apply online Target application deadline: November 1st Read all parts of application carefully! If you qualify for free lunch, you may qualify for an application fee waiver Read waiver directions carefully Give counselor at least one week to complete his/her part Letters of recommendation are not necessary unless requested by the school
7. A Complete Application Includes… All parts completed correctly Correct postage Application fees Application waivers (if qualify) Complete signatures Test scores Accepted off of Bremen transcript? Transcripts Request from Registrar, Mrs. Innocenti Form located in PPS Must provide complete mailing address Free until July 1st; then $5.00 U. of I. – Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR)
8. College & Career Center College & Career Center (CCC) Staffed beginning next week Counselor assistance available during study halls Monday-Thursday Ask any teacher for a pass; scan in for attend. AAC – need grade clearance to obtain a pass Monthly workshops on timely topics during Connection Periods
9. NCAA Clearinghouse The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is a voluntary association of about 1200 colleges and universities, athletic conferences and sports organizations devoted to the sound administration of intercollegiate athletics. Their rules help regulate college sports programs Athletes must meet NCAA requirements prior to admission to college for Division 1 and Division 2 schools Refer to student/athlete handbook in CCC If you are an athlete, it is your responsibility to tell your counselor
10. NCAA (cont’d) NCAA requirements: ACT score sent to NCAA from ACT Choose 9999 as one of your college and scholarship choices when registering for ACT Register online with a credit card ($65) at http://web1.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter/common/ See your counselor for specifics regarding classes, GPA, test scores, etc.
11. Scholarships Students are responsible for their own scholarships Follow same guidelines for completing college applications, essays, letters of recommendation, etc. The more time and effort you put into the process, the greater your rewards will be. Pay close attention to deadlines!!!!
12. Scholarship Resources Internet websites Fraternities/sororities Local Chamber of Commerce Private, no cost to you, agencies such as Educational Talent Search Ada S. McKinley Target Hope Public/college libraries Bookstores Magazines Bremen Student Services website CCC Workshops Colleges and universities Parent employers Your employer Relatives Unions (credit and job) Church Insurance companies Military State and local representatives
13. How Do I Apply for Scholarships and Awards? Obtain an application in the CCC or apply online Prepare a packet including the application and all required materials Allow 2 weeks for others (counselor, teacher, coach, etc.) to complete their parts and return to you Give a completed Letter of Recommendation Form to every recommender Affix proper postage and address properly Mail by posted deadline
14. FAFSAFree Application for Federal Student Aid All money is first come, first served If you apply late, you may not get money even if you qualify Meet with your counselor to make an appt. to meet with the ISAC rep. in CCC on Thursdays during study hall (begins next week) Attend Financial Aid Night at Bremen on November 28 Come to FAFSA Workshops in CCC Register now and get your PIN All students need a PIN to apply for financial aid Go to www.fafsa.ed.gov
15. CDS College & Career Expo Wednesday, September 26th, 5:00-7:30 p.m. South Suburban College Physical Fitness Athletic Center Visit with more than 120 universities, colleges, technical schools, apprenticeship programs and military branches from across the country Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) will be present to assist with financial planning
16. How do I Choose a School?? Take a look at yourself Examine your values Think about your level of motivation Explore your interests Gather Information CCC College view books and publications College campus visits/fairs/open houses Published guidebooks Internet Local/college libraries
17. When Do I Apply? PRIORITY FILING: earliest application deadline (Nov. 1); may give student an advantage where space is limited; must have all documents turned in by deadline; used at Univ. of Ill. at Urbana. REGULAR DECISION: largest selection pool; competing for admission and financial aid left after early admission decisions have been made (applications usually due by Feb. 1) ROLLING ADMISSIONS: no application deadline; schools accept applications until all spots are filled WAIT LIST: “We wish we could have you attend our school, but there isn’t any room at this time.” Some schools’ waiting lists have 500 students. Keep applying to other schools! ACCEPTANCE DEADLINE: the national enrollment confirmation day is May 1; all freshman must commit to the school they will attend by this date DEFERRED ADMISSION: requesting to postpone college for one year; may have a fee involved
18. What do Admissions Officers Look For? GPA/Rigor of Curriculum ACT or SAT scores Class Rank Application Essays Extracurricular Activities Recommendations (if requested) Interviews Intangibles
19. Student & Parent Responsibilities Complete college applications on time Visit potential colleges and/or college fairs Research financial aid options Research and apply for scholarships, FAFSA, etc. Request final transcripts Keep grades up throughout senior year Work together to make post-secondary plans Be honest and open about financial concerns

20. GOOD LUCK!!

    Come to PPS if you have any questions! Please use the Bremen website often!