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Internationally Recognized Since 1961 A Flagship Montessori Program To Grade 6 A Welcoming IB World School Grade 7 to 12. Subtitle. WELCOME!. University Guidance Grade 11. Presentation. What is University Guidance? Our Goals for Guidance at TMS How We Help Students

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  1. Internationally Recognized Since 1961 A Flagship Montessori Program To Grade 6 A Welcoming IB World School Grade 7 to 12 Subtitle

  2. WELCOME! University Guidance Grade 11

  3. Presentation What is University Guidance? Our Goals for Guidance at TMS How We Help Students Application Timelines University Visits at TMS Ontario Applications UK Applications US Applications Scholarships

  4. What is University Guidance? The process of facilitating students to • understand themselves • short list and select programs of study • choose and select a university • complete the application process.

  5. What we do at TMS To facilitate the application process, we: • Host university visits • Host information evenings for parents and students • Meet with students individually to get to know their interests and goals • Track application and progress from grade 10 through graduation • Provide information for students and assist with their applications • Provide individual and group assistance with supplementary applications. • There is such a vast array of programs. If we do not have the information, we can quickly get this information for you.

  6. Our Goals at TMS We are very confident in our students and we know that they will get into university. It is important to us that we build their curiosity, self-knowledge and confidence, so our students are happy and successful, for university and beyond. TMS builds the foundation for this through the Montessori Program, IB and 4 pillars. Our guidance program facilitates this process by knowing each child well and helping them know themselves well. We help them make their life plans, which includes a university education.

  7. The Application Although the university application is “owned” by the student and family, TMS aims to provide thorough assistance with this process. The application and gaining the information for the application is the responsibility of the student.

  8. How We Help Students In Grade 10 • Through Careers course, students will develop a portfolio and complete a year of reflections! • Research and understand different careers.

  9. How We Help Students In Grade 11 • At least 3 one on one meetings with students. • Portfolio/file development and CAS advising. • Meeting with parents (scheduled as you need them). • Guidance night – January. • Meetings in the spring with grade 11 students. • Portfolio work and guidance about universities and programs. • Support in gaining information and making calls. • Application tracking – we track, not complete!!! • University visits for grade 11 and 12 students.

  10. How We Help Students In Grade 12 • Regular one on one meetings with students. • Application tracking. • Regular meetings with parents (if you wish). • Portfolio/file work and guidance about universities and programs. • Support in gaining information and making calls. • Supplementary application information, workshops and one on one help. • References. • University visits continue from grade 11 into 12.

  11. Timeline Grade 10 • Meet with the Dean for course selections and university requirements. • Research and develop portfolio in careers class. • Continue discussions about future career and study options.

  12. Timeline Grade 11 Fall • Ensure awareness of early US and international applications. Some may be due in the summer between grade 11 and 12. • Schedule visits to universities. • Research and complete university prerequisite sheet. • Begin CAS (Creativity, Action and Service) and complete over 18 months. Winter • Schedule SAT tests or specific tests for UK universities if required. • Start meetings with Dean about CAS and future areas for study, to ensure there is some alignment of CAS and career goals. • Write SAT tests if necessary. Spring • Write SAT tests if necessary. Summer • Visit a couple of universities • *Submit necessary US or UK early applications. • *Prepare any essays or supplementary information for UK and US universities. • If required, request references from teachers. *Due dates vary.

  13. Timeline Grade 12 September • Meet with the student and family to discuss applications. • Choose top 5 Ontario/Canadian programs by the end of this month. • Know prerequisites for each program you wish to apply. • Fill out university prerequisite sheet to track information. • Attend Ontario University Fair. • Attend university visits at TMS. • Attend university open houses. • UK and US supplements may be due • Request references if needed * October • Weigh pros and cons of different programs and universities. • Ensureall application information including supplementary information** is known, give information to Dean. November/December • Meet with the Dean, finalize list. • Complete supplementary applications if due in early January.** • Research scholarships. • Request references early. • Work on OUAC application, review with Dean.

  14. Timeline Grade 12 December - Apply!!! ----------------------------Early January – OUAC Applications Due--------------------- January • Double check OUAC with the Dean and ensure all details are correct. • Attend supplementary information workshop if necessary • Work on supplementary applications. Submit when due.** *Reference should be collected in the summer time before grade 12. Teachers will need a few weeks to write letters. Please be aware that you may not be able to get references if you ask too late. **Supplementary requirements and due dates vary from university to university.

  15. Ontario Universities OUAC – Ontario Universities Application Centre • All Ontario universities use this site. • Applications are done online. • Also a resource for programs. • $125 for first 3, about $40 after that. • PIN numbers will be given in September. • Please review with the Dean before sending it in. • Help available to do the application. • Grade 11 marks may count for early entrance/scholarship.

  16. E-Info

  17. Other Canadian Universities • The Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (www.aucc.ca)

  18. UK Applications UCAS Timetable for 2011 applications Mid-September 2010 • Applications can be sent to us from mid-September. 15 October 2010 • Application deadline for the receipt at UCAS of applications for all medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine and veterinary science courses and for all courses at the universities of Oxford and Cambridge. 15 January 2011 • Application deadline for the receipt at UCAS of applications for all courses except those listed above with a 15 October deadline, and art and design courses with a 24 March deadline. Go to Course Search to check application deadlines for courses.

  19. US Applications • Due dues may vary from school to school, common due dates through this service. • Not all schools a part of Common App (U of Michigan last year) • Supplementary information-specific to each school. • SAT requirement – general plus subject specific tests • ACT test also an option. • Complete supplementary information and references by November. • Most or all work should be completed before starting the grade 12 year.

  20. US Applications What Matters? • All grades 9-12, especially more challenging courses (IB courses) • Some courses MAY be weighted more heavily • SAT or ACT scores (plus subject tests if required) • Extra curricular and leadership (depth is important) • Teacher recommendations (2) • Guidance recommendations (1) • Other recommendations • Application Essays

  21. US Applications Early Decision • Early application usually in November • Binding – you cannot apply to other schools early • Once accepted, you must withdrawal all other applications including CANADA and UK. Early Action • November application • Not binding • More than one school

  22. CollegeBoard

  23. CollegeBoard • SAT • 3 hours and 45 minutes • 200-800 critical reading • 200-800 writing • 200-800math • ¼ deduction • 90% of content finished by the end of grade 9, math 10 • Scores range and slide from university to university • 6 offerings in Canada • Ideal time to write in end of January, and rewrite in May/June or do subject tests at that time. • November test may be late. • Subject tests – 1 hour – do after your exams • Listening exams only in November

  24. What counts! • Grades – top 6 grade 12 level courses (4U/M) for Ontario with prerequisites. • IB grades are converted to Ontario grades. • Grade 11 marks are entered, may or may not be looked at. • For UK, US transcripts are sent. Most recent counted but occasionally all may be looked at. • Supplementary information can count for up to 50%. • Reference letters may be required. • IB grades sent in to the universities. • Conditional offers • Students who suffer from senioritis – may have their offer withdrawn.

  25. Scholarships • Students are generally automatically considered through OUAC. • Private scholarships – search • OSCA list • Website of each university – Ask for help from the Dean!

  26. Arts and Athletics • Exceptional students generally will know by grade 10 if there is an athletic or arts option for university (coach has this organized). • Portfolios, visits, interviews are necessary. • Registration with NCAA is a must by the end of grade 10.

  27. Common Concerns • Students may not be aware of what they want to study. (This is completely normal and okay!) • Students are young to attend university. (Grade 12 they grow up very fast). • Grade 12 year can be particularly stressful. (The responsibility now lies with them). • Students want to live way way away from home. • Students do not want to leave home. • Students are not aware of the vast array of programs to study. • Students do not write their SAT tests in time. • Students do not apply to the US and UK in time. • Students ask for references at the last minute and can not get one. • Grade 11 students are not aware of the impact of their grades and CAS contributions. • Grade 11 students are not aware of the impact of their conduct.

  28. Stress! Common Stressors !!! • Indecision • Making a choice • Fact of just applying – a lot on their shoulders • Balancing workload • Needing a break • Focus on marks • Family Decisions • Worry for your child!! • Senioritis

  29. Student Responsibility • Researching and finding programs of interest. • Knowing ALL specific admission information and DUE DATES. • Meeting regularly with Dean for any assistance that is needed and for updates. • SAT registrations. • Ensuring profile is up to date. • Completing supplementary information on time. • Ensuring they have all the prerequisites.

  30. Family Responsibility • Assisting with researching and finding programs of interest. • Helping to manage all due dates and requirements. • Helping to manage stress levels. • University visits • Being honest and open about finances • Meeting regularly with Dean for any assistance that is needed and for updates. • SAT registrations.

  31. Josephine Parody Dean of Student Services 905 780 1002 ext 3382 Student Life, Guidance, Citizenship Drop by !!

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