sprayberry high school senior parent night august 20, 2015
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Sprayberry High SchoolSprayberry High SchoolSENIOR PARENT NIGHTSENIOR PARENT NIGHT
August 20, 2015August 20, 2015
Joseph Sharp – Principal
• Dr. Kerri McDougal, Assistant Principal, Alpha A-C• Leigh Graham, Assistant Principal, Alpha D-H• Dr. Richmond Parker, Assistant Principal, Alpha I-M• Erika Beck, Assistant Principal, Alpha N-R • Mark Giles, Assistant Principal, Alpha S-Z and Athletic
DirectorFollow Mr. Sharp on Twitter: @PrincipalSharp
2015-2016 SHS ADMINISTRATION
• Lindsay Williams, Alpha A-D [email protected]• Paula Ferguson, Alpha E-Kg [email protected]• *Carla Cooper, Supply Counselor [email protected]• Brandy Brady, Alpha Ki-Ri [email protected]• Rebecca Irwin, Alpha Rj-Z [email protected] • Jonathan Tabb, School Social Worker• Rachelle Denison, Registrar
Counselors Remind 101: text @58ac952 to 559 483 9927
2015-2016 SHS COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
Graduation Requirements The College Application Process SAT, ACT, Compass Test HOPE Requirements & Financial Aid NCAA Technical Colleges Financial Aid & Scholarship Opportunities Upcoming Events Final Thoughts
CLASS OF 2016
4 Credits of English4 Credits of Math4 Credits of Science3 Credits of Social Studies3 Credits from CTAE/Foreign Language/or Fine Arts1 Credit of Health and Personal Fitness (.5 credit in each)4 General Elective Credits
23 Credits for Graduation Graduation requirements are set forth by Georgia’s Board of Regents which
establishes the admissions requirements for Georgia’s colleges and universities.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
PARENTVUE AND STUDENTVUE
CREATING A LIST OF COLLEGES
Choose one or two SAFETY schools: colleges wherein
the student is mostly likely to be
admitted
Choose one or two PROBABLE schools: the student’s GPA,
test scores, and other features look similar
to those of recent entering classes
Choose one or two REACH schools: student meets
admissions criteria but may not have the
stellar qualifications as most first-year
students
WHAT DO COLLEGES CONSIDER?
Primary Factors:- Quality/Rigor of
Academic Courses- Academic
Performance and Grades
- Test Scores (SAT, SAT Subject Tests, ACT, AP, etc)
Additional Factors:- Extracurricular
Activities- Essay(s)- Letters of
Recommendation
GRADES AND COURSEWORK
Colleges will look for a few characteristics:
- Course selection: Challenge yourself with a rigorous course load & high-level classes including Honors or AP.
- Grades: Every year counts beginning with 9th grade.
- GPA: Continue to make improvements through each year.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Positive recommendations from mentors
Personal statement demonstrating self-expression and writing ability
A demonstrated interest showing your enthusiasm for interested colleges
Extra-curricular activities including sports, clubs, volunteering
Community involvement, part-time job, summer internships, etc.
COLLEGE SEARCH ENGINES
www.bigfuture.collegeboard.orgwww.gacollege411.orgwww.fastweb.comwww.fastaid.comwww.careercruising.comwww.commonapp.orgwww.ncaa.orgCollege websites
SAT and ACT
2-3 times is typical Check the application deadline for
each school you are applying to determine the latest test date that school will consider for admissions.
Most schools do super score your SAT score!
Some schools will super score your ACT score. (Super score- when a college takes the highest sub scores from various test dates to get a new higher super score)
SAT Website: www.collegeboard.comMeasures academic aptitude (critical thinking) in terms of verbal and mathematical reasoning
ACTWebsite: www.act.orgMeasures classroom achievement (knowledge) in four broad content areas as well as the ability to reason and to apply problem-solving skills- Four content areas: English, Math, Science, and Reading- No guessing penalty and all multiple choice
If your student receives free or reduced lunch, they are eligible to receive SAT/ACT
fee waivers – 2 for SAT, 2 for ACT.
UPCOMING TEST DATES 2015-2016
SAT TEST DATESOCT. 3, 2015NOV. 7, 2015DEC. 5, 2015JAN. 23, 2016**Redesigned SAT begins**
MAR. 5, 2016MAY 7, 2016JUNE 4, 2016
ACT TEST DATESSEPT. 12, 2015OCT. 24, 2015DEC. 12, 2015FEB. 6, 2016APR. 9, 2016JUNE 11, 2016
Students may pick up an SAT or ACT Practice Test Book in the Counseling
Office.
1. Admissions Application Online Common App2. Application Fee Waivers The student must be eligible for free or reduced lunch AND have used an SAT/ACT waiver. Students may have up to 8 college application fee waivers. See the counseling clerk for details.3. Official High School Transcript Official Transcripts cost $2.00 cash , or Student can send their transcript through GACollege411 See Counseling clerk for details ONE Final transcript is FREE 4. Send Appropriate Test Scores Students MUST request their scores to be sent directly from the reporting agency; NOT from the HS.5. Recommendations, Resume, Essay May Be Required IF the student requires a letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor, please allow a minimum of TWO WEEKS for completion.
STEPS TO A COMPLETE FILE FOR 2-YR AND 4-YR COLLEGE APPLICATION ADMISSIONS
HOPE Scholarship Program Eligibility OverviewPlease review the website below for detailed information regarding HOPE Scholarship and Zell Miller Scholarship:https://www.gacollege411.org/Financial_Aid_Planning/HOPE_Program/Georgia_s_HOPE_Scholarship_Program_Overview.aspx
Rigor RequirementsThe Rigor requirements for the Class of 2016 indicate that students must earn a minimum of THREE full credits in a rigorous course.http://www.gsfc.org/main/publishing/pdf/2012/Course_List.pdf
HOPE REQUIREMENTS
WE MUST HAVE YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER ON FILE FOR YOUR STUDENT TO
RECEIVE HOPE!!!!
STUDENTS MUST APPLY FOR HOPE. IT IS NOT AUTOMATICALLY GIVEN TO
THEM.
****FAFSA (FREE Application for Federal Student Aid) **** www.fafsa.ed.gov
Insert transcript and status report
Transcript & Status Report
FINANCIAL AID
Private Scholarships Business/Corporations Private Organizations Colleges – Athletic, Academic, etc. Civic Organizations PTSA
Federal & State HOPE Scholarship PELL Grant HOPE GrantZell Miller Grant **Federal Work Study Student Loans
Loans – MUST be repaidWork Study – student works on college campus in exchange for
financial aid awardScholarships & Grants – DO NOT need to be repaid
For detailed information regarding your student’s collegiate athletic eligibility, please visit the NCAA
Eligibility Center website listed below.
www.eligibilitycenter.org
If you have additional questions, please contact our Athletic Director, Mark Giles
NCAA
Many throughout the State ALL students are eligible for the HOPE Grant The HOPE Grant has NO GPA requirement for high school
graduation Will have regular interval check points, just like the HOPE
Scholarship, to maintain HOPE Grant students will need a 2.0 GPA
For further details please visit the Georgia Student Finance Commission at www.gsfc.org/
TECHNICAL COLLEGES
• COMPASS TEST is the general assessment for
advisement and program placement
• 3 Sections: Reading, Writing, Mathematics
• Scores indicate areas of strength as well as areas requiring remediation
**Taken for admission to 2-year and technical colleges as well as course placement**
TECHNICAL COLLEGES CONTINUED
DATE: Thursday, November 5, 2015
TIME: 6:30PMPLACE: LGI
SPEAKER: Marcus Hilliard, GSFC Representative
SHS FINANCIAL AID NIGHT
6th Annual Turner Chapel College Fair DATE: Saturday, October 24, 2015 TIME: Noon – 3:00PM LOCATION: Turner Chapel ADDRESS: 492 N. Marietta Pkwy, Marietta, GA 30060
**There will be breakout sessions prior to and during the fair** PROBE College Fair DATE: Tuesday, September 1, 2015 TIME: 6:00PM – 9:00PM LOCATION: North Point Mall ADDRESS: 1000 North Point Circle, Alpharetta, GA 30022
**Students MUST pre-register through www.gotocollegefairs.com
UPCOMING EVENTS
COLLEGE LUNCH VISITS
GA Southwestern University – 9/1 Agnes Scott – 9/3 Shorter College – 9/8 Life University – 9/10 KSU – 9/15 Presbyterian College – 9/17 Berry College – 9/29 Harvey Mudd College – 10/1
University of North GA – 10/13 GA State University – 10/15 Columbus State – 10/22 University of Alabama – 11/5
College representatives will have a table set up in the Commons. Students can
stop by ONLY during their lunch.
Email Address -Appropriate vs. Inappropriate-Check at least twice per week
Social Networking-Pros and Cons-Cannot rescind once you hit send-Colleges may check your page
STUDENT REMINDERS
Please check the SHS Counseling Blog for current
information throughout the school year.http://www.cobbk12.org/Sprayberry/#
**Counseling website is located under the Departments tab**
Please email the counselor to set up a one-on-one appointment with your student’s counselor.
Thank you for coming and we hope your student has a successful and memorable Senior year!
FINAL THOUGHTS