Class of 2016 Senior Presentation

Everything you need to know to

help your child be a successful

student at JCHS!

Who is your counselor?

Mrs. Cox Ms. Sanders (on campus Wed-Fri)

Other important people you need to know…

Registrar: Ms. HarrisSecretary: Mrs. Standifer

Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., M-F

Stay Connected!

Find us on Facebook, and like our page https://www.facebook.com/jaspercountyschoolsga

Visit our school webpagehttp://high.jasperga.schooldesk.net/

Use parent portal to keep up with your child’s attendance and grades! https://campus.jasper.k12.ga.us/campus/portal/jasper.jsp

A student must have 23 credits in order to graduate from high school

Those credits must generally include the following: 4 English 4 Math 4 Science 3 Social Studies (U.S. History and World History,

Economics/Government) 1 Health/PE 3 credits in CTAE/Foreign Language/Fine Arts area 4 general elective credits

ALL course requirements must be completed in order to participate in the graduation ceremony!

If you aren’t going to have 23 credits, and plan to graduate in May see a counselor ASAP

*Most, if not all, four-year and two-year colleges now require two years of the same foreign language Contact the colleges for specific information.

Grade Point Averages Two main types of GPA's.

Cumulative average Core/HOPE GPA

Cumulative is EVERYTHING the student has taken—9th through 12th grade.

Core includes only academic subject areas (English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Foreign Language.) It also includes any academic electives (ex: AP Human Geography).

How do you calculate a GPA?

Add all grades earned, and divide by the number of grades

100 point scale (ex: 87.89 out of 100) All grades are included in this calculation

(high school courses taken in middle school, failed, summer school, online, transfer, electives, core)

Class rank is based on cumulative numeric GPA

HOPE Requirements

HOPE GPA of 3.0 HOPE GPA only includes academic courses

and language courses

Zell Miller GPA requirement: 3.7 minimum score of 1200 on the math and reading

portions of the SAT test or a minimum composite score of 26 on the ACT test in a single test administration

Or graduate as the Valedictorian or Salutatorian

HOPE Requirements

Class of 2016 Students must receive 3 credits in the

following types of courses in addition to maintaining a 3.0 HOPE GPA Advanced Algebra, Math III, or an

equivalent or higher course Chemistry, Physics, or an equivalent or

higher course AP course or Dual Enrollment course Spanish II or French II or higher course

Additional HOPE Information Must have a valid social security number on file in our office to receive HOPE. Males must register with the Selective Service no later than 30 days before their 18th birthday. HOPE eligibility will be delayed until this requirement is met. Register at www.sss.gov.

What are the award amounts?The HOPE Scholarship award varies and depends on the type of institution you are attending and your specific hours of enrollment. There is a chart on the GA College 411 website to determine this information.

HOPE Scholarship recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA throughout college at various checkpoints. Zell Miller recipents must maintain a 3.3 GPA

HOPE Grant The HOPE Grant program is for students seeking

certification from a technical college or technical division, regardless of the student's high school grade point average.

Full-time enrollment is not required. HOPE Grant award amount will cover a portion of a

student's tuition. (view chart on the GACollege 411 to find award amounts).

HOPE Grant recipients must maintain a 2.0 GPA at certain checkpoints, in order to maintain eligibility.

WHAT DO I WANT TO DO AFTER JCHS?

Work Information Use the career planning tools on the www.gacollege411.org

website for help understanding what might be a good fit.

Don't wait until the last minute to find a job.

Take the ASVAB (a career planning test sponsored by the military.... a FREE exam with no commitment to the armed services). It is offered once a year at JCHS.

Work on building your resume.

Network, shadow, and interview people who can help you get started after high school.

Consider furthering your education by just taking a class or two at a local college.

Military Talk to recruiters now....don't wait!

Bring a trusted individual with you – parent/guardian/friend. Do not sign anything until you are ready. You are committed once you sign documents.

Explore your options within the military.

Take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery). All branches require this test be taken. It is given once a year at JCHS. Date will be announced in the Fall.

Be sure you also talk to the recruiter about funding for college to ensure you are eligible for aid.

Must be a high school graduate, no GED

Colleges & Universities Two and four year colleges & universities

Bachelor’s Degrees Associates Degrees

Technical Colleges Associates Degrees Diploma Programs Technical Certificates of Credit

Public or Private schoolsAdmissions Requirements vary. Check with each individual school

College Entrance Exams/Tests S.A.T. – www.collegeboard.org A.C.T. – www.actstudent.org ASSET/COMPASS

Accepted by most public two-year colleges and technical schools in Georgia. Register at the college/technical college you will attend.

Armed Services Vocational Battery Aptitude (ASVAB)

STUDENTS are responsible for sending their OFFICIAL test scores to the college of their choice. Must be requested through the testing site.

What is the difference between the ACT and the SAT?

ACT Questions tend to be

more straightforward More advanced math

concepts Includes a science section More of a “big picture”

exam No guessing penalty

SAT Stronger emphasis on

vocabulary Science section not

included Broken into more sections

than the ACT Changes coming for

Spring 2016!

Both are national exams, most colleges and universities will accept either test

Taking the SAT/ACT

Make an account on the testing site S.A.T. – www.collegeboard.org A.C.T. – www.actstudent.org

Pick a date and location Print out admission ticket Fee waivers are available for students

who receive free or reduced lunch—2 per year.

Admissions statistics from three largest research universities in Georgia from

2014-2015

Middle 50%

Average GPA: 3.91

SAT middle 50%: 1810-2060

ACT middle 50%: 25-29

94% took at least 1 AP class

Early Action: October 15

Reg. Deadline January 15

Middle 50%

Core GPA: 3.2-3.7

SAT(CR+M): 950-1160

ACT: 20-25

Priority Deadline: Nov. 16

Reg. Deadline: March 1

Middle 50%

Core GPA: 3.8-4.11

SAT: 2060-2250

ACT: 30-33

AP/DE: 7-12

Early Action: Oct. 15

Reg. Deadline: Jan. 10

Local Colleges and Universities

Georgia College & State University

Average GPA: 3.26-3.75

SAT middle 50%: 1100-1240

ACT middle 50%: 23-27

Early Action: November 7th

Reg. Deadline April 1stGeorgia Southern

University

Average GPA: 3.27

SAT middle 50%: 1040-1170

ACT middle 50%: 22-25

Reg. Deadline May 1st

Georgia Military College

Average GPA: 3.26-3.75

SAT middle 50%: 1100-1240

ACT middle 50%: 23-27

Early Action: November 7th

Reg. Deadline April 1stGordon College

Avg. SAT: 430 R, 430 MAvg. ACT: 17 English, 18 Math

Students who score below the required test scores, must take the COMPASS.

Deadline: August 1st

The College Application Process

The Application Application Fees Transcripts Letter of Recommendation College Visits Financial Planning

College Applications Sources

College Admissions Office College web site www.gacollege411.org

Pay close attention to deadlines and items that are also required to complete your application Example: Proof of legal

residence, health forms, test scores, letters of recommendation

How many schools should I apply to?

Dream School or Reach School

Likely—a pretty good chance of getting in

Safety—a sure thing for admission and cost

Apply!

Every senior will have the opportunity to work on a college application, scholarship application, or job

application with the counselors in the Fall.

I need an “official transcript”… OUT OF STATE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES

Request paper transcript from Counseling Office If counselors are out of the office, please fill out a

transcript request form

GEORGIA COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES ONLY Request Online through www.gacollege411.org Will send paper copy for final transcript

To learn how to request your transcript via GAcollege411, go to https://secure.gacollege411.org/College_Planning/Applications_and_Transcripts/_default.aspx

Letters of Recommendation Letters of recommendation are written

only when requested

Pick up a counselor recommendation form in the counseling office.

Student will need to complete the form and bring it to their counselor.

Plan ahead – You must allow one week for your counselor to complete your letter of recommendation

The student’s part of the application is expected to be completed beforehand.

The letter or email arrives… ACCEPTED! (Hooray)

Send deposits Check with each college for deadline

Celebrate!!! Wait-listed

Don’t panic Evaluate back-up plan

Denied— It’ll be okay Go to back-up plan

Scholarships Check with the college you applied to

Website, financial aid office

GACOLLEGE411.org College Planning—Financial Aid Planning

Fastweb.com Upromise.com How to apply for the HOPE: (1) by completing the Free

Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form, or (2) by completing the Georgia Student Financial Aid Application System (GSFAPPS) - www.GAcollege411.org You MUST apply. It is not automatically given to you!

Athletic Scholarships Student registers at

www.ncaaclearinghouse.net

Student requests a transcript to be sent to NCAA Clearinghouse

Student sends S.A.T./A.C.T. scores to NCAA Clearinghouse, scores must be sent directly from the testing service

Student calculates core average according to NCAA requirements

Student and family review NCAA policies and procedures

Other important information to remember… Val & Sal

Highest and second highest numerical average through first 3 years of high school and first 30 weeks of senior year.

These students will have been a JCHS student for at least 4 consecutive semesters prior to the selection process.

Honor Graduate Overall high school average throughout the first 3

years of high school and the first 30 weeks of senior year of 90.0

Averages are NOT rounded up.

Want more information about colleges and financial aid?

Attend College Night on

November 3rd at 6:00 in the JCHS

Cafeteria

Come and meet with several different college representatives & a representative from the Georgia Student Finance Commission!