College Counseling at New Hampton School

A Presentation for Class of 2013 Parents October 1, 2011

College Counseling at New Hampton School1Part I: OverviewThe College Counseling OfficeMission, Philosophy & ApproachRoles and ResponsibilitiesOrganizing details and taking care of tasksNavianceAcademic CredentialsOur Office and our MissionMarty Elkins, DirectorKeith Hrasky, Associate DirectorBritney Cullinan, Administrative Assistant

The College Counseling Office at New Hampton School fosters an individualized, student-centered approach to the college process that allows for self-actualization, empowerment and opportunity for each student.

3A Connected Effort4Student ResponsibilityStudents should be responsible for themselves and their own college process. Each student must research college choices complete applicationswrite own essays, fill out the forms ask teachers for recommendationsmeet all deadlinesSubmit test scores to the NCAA and to all colleges where/when necessary5Parent ResponsibilityAsk questionsListen to the childTry to reserve judgmentmake it based on known factsWork in partnership with the college counselors to assist the student in the processCommunicate to the College Office any issues or concerns you may have regarding your child.6Counselor ResponsibilityGuide students through the steps and decisionsListen to each student Provide information Advocate for students We do not do the process for the studentWe do not get a student in to a collegeWe communicate primarily through the student and expect them to pass on our conversations to their parent(s). 7NavianceThe web based college process systemCan save all personal information-NHS cumulative GPA, test scores, resumeCan search for colleges, compare NHS-specific data and national dataWill manage entire application processing systemQuick access to resources8The College Process9Part II: Academic CredentialsCoursesTranscriptsStandardized TestingCary OBrien, Regional Director, Academic Approach, Inc.Academic CredentialsKnow that New Hamptons academic average matters most to collegesThe best way to have a solid academic average is to have a solid academic approach.A solid academic approach emerges from a sustained and balanced approach to the totality of life.11Demonstration of day-to-day work

12Applications from New Hampton SchoolAre read closelyAdmission Officers understand New Hampton School and its ProgramsIB, AP, ASPExperiential ProgramsCommunity Demands

13Standardized TestsSAT ReasoningSAT Subject TestsACTAdvanced PlacementInternational BaccalaureateToEFL-Test of English as a Foreign LanguageOur recommended testing calendarPSAT October 2011Sat Reasoning or ACTno earlier than January 2012March or May 2012October or November or DecemberAPs and IBsMay 2012 or 2013Subject TestsJune 2012November, 2012ToEFL (twice)summer 2012 or early fall 2012

Part III: Financial MattersFinancial AidScholarshipsFormsPlanning and organizingCrystal Finefrock, Senior Associate Director, Student Financial Services, Plymouth State UniversityFinancial Aid BasicsAidNeed-Based AidMerit-Based AidAthletic ScholarshipsDI & DII vs. DIIIFAFSA & CSS Profile

Part IV: Policies and To Do ListsDisciplineSpecial InterestsFall 2011Winter / Spring 2012Summer 2012Fall 2012DisciplineHave you (the student) ever been found responsible for a disciplinary violation at any educational institution you have attended from 9th grade forward (or the international equivalent) whether related to academic misconduct or behavioral misconduct, that resulted in a disciplinary action? These actions could include, but are not limited to: probation, suspension, removal, dismissal, or expulsion from the institution.Have you (the student) ever been convicted of a misdemeanor, felony, or other crime?

19NHS Policy-Self ReportingIn cases where a student must reply Yes to either of these two questions, the College Office informs the appropriate colleges of that fact after first giving the student involved two weeks to inform the college(s).

20NHS PolicyApplication IntegrityIn addition, students are expected to complete all college applications with complete honesty and without too much extra help from others. We hold students to the same high standards of integrity in the production of college applications as they are held to in their academic work.

21Special InterestsAthleticsBy sportBy divisionbased on realistic assessment of skill, physical attributes, and potentialNCAA registration for D1 or D2Coach contactArtisticvisual arts, portfolio?Drawing, painting, photographyArtisticperforming arts, audition?Music, Theatre, Dance

22Fall 2011To Do ListAttend Mini FairTake the PSAT in OctoberStart conversations about opportunity, the future, and what might lie beyond New HamptonListenthinkreflect, and ask:Where might I go? Who will I become? How can I get there?A word about RESEARCHING collegesWeb resourcesCollege Admission RequirementsNCAAArt Portfolio or Musical Recordings24Winter/Spring 2012To Do ListBegin the processMeet with the college counselor 2-3 timesTake an SAT or an ACTComplete surveys and begin to focus on the steps in your college processResearch collegesWinter/Spring 2012To Do ListcontinuedVisit a few colleges in MarchMaintain a balanced approach to lifeStudy, be healthy, pursue passionsOrganize special interests-portfolios, coaches, recordings, etc.As one gets to know colleges, make note of their requirementstesting, essays or graded papers, language requirement, etc.In May, ask Teachers for recommendations26A word about VISITING collegesMarch, Summer, Fall Long WeekendVariety--urban, rural, large, small, private, public, college, universityToursSeminars/Information SessionsSpecial interestscoaches, academic programs, etc.

27Summer 2012To Do ListVisit CollegesRefine The ListDraft applicationsDraft essaysRevise Facebook page28Fall 2012To Do ListMeet with the college counselor 3-4 timesRefine The List and plan application strategyComplete the Common Application (and any college-specific applications)Know all deadlinesTake the final Standardized TestsResultsand ChoicesAdmit, Defer, Wait List, DenyManaging emotions and working through choicesManaging adult and peer responsesRe-Visit programsMay 1st National Reply Date30Questions?Resources on our web pageContacting us in the College Counseling Office31