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Druid Hills High School
SENIOR SEMINAR & JUNIOR JARGON11th and 12th GRADE MEETING
• Rebecca England (A-C) (678) 874-6327 [email protected]
• Darryl Robinson (D-Kh) (678) [email protected]
• Shelley Staton (Ki-Re) (678) [email protected]
• Maura Pannier (Rf-Z) (678) [email protected]
• Melissa Perlmutter (Graduation Coach)• Susan Buchanan (Secretary) (678) 874-6332• Lillian Frith (Registrar) (678) 874-6306
DHHS Guidance Department
Guidance information that will be covered:Graduation requirementsCollege PlanningCollege Application ProceduresHOPE ScholarshipCollege Fair DatesFinancial AidWeb sites
Druid Hills High School
• Select a program of study
• Successfully complete the required high school coursework
• Pass the Georgia High School Graduation Tests or EOCTs
• Satisfy attendance requirements
Graduating from High SchoolStudents are eager to graduate from high school and move on to the next part of
their lives. In order to graduate, students in Georgia must:
Programs of Study for Juniors and Seniors
Students may choose from the following programs of study.
Type of Program of Study Units College Preparatory (CP) 24 Technology/Career Preparatory (TC) 24
*Honors and Distinction (CP) 24
*Must take three years of the same World Language 3.0 core CPA is required ( All Academic classes and World Language) 3.5 cumulative GPA required
Program of Study
What happens if I don’t pass the High School Graduation Tests?
Students who do not pass all the tests or at least one of the EOCTs in an academic content area but have met all other graduation requirements may be eligible for a high school certificate of performance. Such students can return to retake the test(s) as often as they wish in order to qualify for a high school diploma.
• Checklist for senior planning• Early Admission vs. Early Decision• Campus Visits• Applying to Schools• Essay Writing• Testing• Letter of Recommendations
College Planning College Planning and and
College Application ProceduresCollege Application Procedures
Senior College Planning
September• Review graduation requirements and GPA.
• Finalize the list of colleges/trade schools to which you want to apply.
• Listen to announcement and check your FirstClass Email Accounts for
college and trade school representatives who will be visiting.
• Sign up to take the ACT or SAT if you have not done so or if you have not achieved the score you wish.
• Attend upcoming college fairs if you have not selected a college/trade school.
• Start preparing for the application process by completing your senior information sheet and requesting catalogs and applications.
Senior College Planning
October• Attend upcoming college fairs if you have not selected a college/trade school.
• Request recommendations and give teachers and counselors the forms.
• File early-action and early-decision applications.
• If not applying early, file applications for schools with early deadlines.
• Fill out a request for transcript form in the Guidance office. This requires a parent
signature unless the student is 18.
• If you haven't already visited colleges/trade schools, take advantage of upcoming holidays to do so.
Senior College PlanningNovember • Begin to research scholarships. Check the DHHS Website,
scholarship notebook, and additional scholarship websites. • Write and polish any required essays.
December
• Take the SAT Subject Area Test if its required by your college. • Deadline is 12/2/11 for Counseling staff to get applications with
January deadlines
College Planning
January
• Begin to work on your financial aid forms after you
and your parents compute your respective income tax forms.
• Be sure that all forms, recommendations, and test scores are on file at the institutions to which you'd like to be considered for admission. Continue to watch for local scholarships.
College Planning
February
• Send mid-year grade reports to college/trade school that have requested them.
• Keep your grades up. College acceptance is only conditional and based on continued good performance.
• Make sure that you have submitted the financial aid form that your college requires.
College Planning
March-April• Will start getting acceptance letters from colleges• Review college/trade school acceptance and compare financial aid
offers. • Decide which school to attend, send in your deposit
May• Take advantage of the orientation and registration program at the
local Community Colleges if you plan to attend • Fill out the appropriate form with the Guidance secretary to have your
final transcript sent to the college/trade school you plan to attend next fall.
• Inform all colleges which accepted you whether or not you plan to attend. You may want to transfer to one of the other colleges at a later time.
Early Action vs.
Early Decision
Early Decision
Early decision plans allow you to apply early (usually in November) and get an admission decision from the college well in advance of the usual notification date.
But there is a catch!!!
Early decision plans are "binding," meaning if you apply as an early decision candidate, you agree to attend the college if it accepts you and offers an adequate financial aid package. Although you can apply to only one college for early decision, you may apply to other colleges under regular admission. If you're accepted by your first-choice college early, you must withdraw all other applications. Usually, colleges insist on a nonrefundable deposit well before May 1.
Early Action
• Early action plans are similar to early decision plans in that you can learn early in the admission cycle (usually in January or February) whether a college has accepted you. But unlike early decision, most early action plans are not binding, meaning you do NOT have to commit to a college to which you've applied for early action. Under these plans, you may apply to other colleges. Usually, you can let the college know of your decision in the late spring or whenever you've decided.
Should I Apply Under One of These Plans?
You should apply under an early decision or action plan only if you are very, very sure of the college you want to attend. These plans make a lot of sense if one college is your clear
preference and if your profile closely matches that of the students at that college.
Do not apply under an early decision or action plan if you plan to weigh offers and financial aid packages from several colleges later in the spring. Also, you shouldn't apply early if it is to your advantage to have more of your senior year work
to show a college. If you plan to woo an admission office with your excellent grades this year, you may want to wait
until after the semester ends to apply to colleges.
Don’t Rush Your Decision
Many colleges expect your final decision by May 1st, so you have about one month to make up your mind. It's understandable if you're tempted to make a snap decision, just to end the uncertainty and get the whole process over with. However, try to keep your options open in case circumstances change (e.g. your parents decide to appeal your financial aid package or you decide to change your intended major).
Decide and ReplyOnce you've made a decision, send in your acceptance letter. Don't forget to inform all of the schools that offered you admission of your final choice. You're holding onto someone else's spot. A simple letter, thanking them for their consideration, but declining their offer, will do.
College Credit Now
• Programs that allow students to earn both high school and postsecondary credit or advanced placement credit simultaneously while in high school.
•To provide GA high school students with the opportunity to earn academic college degree-level credit hours as they simultaneously meet their high school graduation requirements
•To provide students who have already successfully completed most of the academic coursework available at their high school with additional academic opportunities at a local private or public college/university
ACCEL Program- The program allows high school students to take academic college courses to receive both high school credit and postsecondary credit.
For more information visit www.gacollege411.org
ACCEL-eligibility• Students must…
– be a legal resident of Georgia– meet citizenship requirements– meet Selective Service Registration
requirements– not owe a refund on a State program– be in compliance with Georgia’s Drug-Free
Postsecondary Education Act of 1990– meet the postsecondary admissions
requirements
ACCEL-length of eligibility for HOPE SCHOLARSHIP• Not available during Summer terms.• Hours will not be included in HOPE.
Juniors in DeKalb County Schools may participate in the ACCEL program but are only allowed to
take electives.
Forms for the ACCEL Program are found at
www.gacollege411.org
Move on When Ready
Move on When Ready provides opportunities for high school juniors and seniors to enroll full-time in postsecondary institutions to earn both high school and college credits simultaneously. Students are eligible to participate in Move on When Ready if they are entering 11th or 12th grade, as determined by the system, and spent the prior school year in attendance at a public high school in Georgia. Institutions eligible to participate in Move on When Ready include: a unit of the University System of Georgia, a branch of the Technical College System of Georgia, a private independent nonprofit postsecondary institution eligible for tuition equalization grants, or a private proprietary postsecondary institution eligible for tuition equalization grants. For more information on 2011-2012 participation in this program, please contact the Druid Hills High School Counseling Department at 678-874-6332.
• To provide GA high school students with the opportunity to earn technical course credit in a diploma or certificate program as they simultaneously meet their high school graduation requirements
• To provide GA high school students with the opportunity to participate in college level technical courses not available at the local high school or participate at a higher level than what is offered at the local high school.
http://www.dekalbtech.org/search.html
DUAL ENROLLMENT- is a collaborative effort between GDOE and DTAE (GA Department of Technical and Adult Education) whereby high school students take technical college courses to receive both high school credit and postsecondary credit.
DUAL ENROLLMENT-eligibility• Students must …
– be a legal resident of Georgia– meet citizenship requirements – meet Selective Service Registration
requirements– not owe a refund on a State program– be in compliance with Georgia’s Drug-
Free Postsecondary Education Act of 1990– meet the postsecondary admissions
requirements
Advanced Placement is administered by College Board as a cooperative endeavor between high
schools and colleges/universities. (http://www.collegeboard.com/ap)
ADVANCED PLACEMENT-purpose• To provide high school students with the
opportunity to earn college degree-level credit hours or receive advanced placement at the postsecondary level as they simultaneously meet their high school graduation requirements
• To assist students who wish to have a more academically challenging program at the high school level
ADVANCED PLACEMENT-eligibility• College Board advocates an inclusive approach to
AP classes which means all students are eligible.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT-award • Students must meet postsecondary admissions
requirements• AP exam scores range from 1 to 5, with “5” being
extremely qualified; a score of “3” will usually qualify a student for credit or advanced standing
Articulated Credit -is a program which allows students who take an eligible career and technical education program to receive credit or advanced placement at the local technical college or other
postsecondary institution that has a signed agreement with the local high school.
• To facilitate the seamless transition of students from secondary to postsecondary education
• To eliminate duplication of course content in career and technical coursework at the postsecondary level
For more information regarding articulated credit contact the Consortium Coordinator for Tech Prep at the local technical college for information.
Testing Information
• SAT
• ACT
• PSAT
• GHSGT
• EOCT
SAT ACT
When is it administered? 7 times per year 6 times per year
What is the test Structure?
10 section exam:
3 Reading
3 Math
3 Writing
1 Experimental Section
4 section exam:
English
Math
Reading
Science
What is the test content?
Math- Basic Geometry and Algebra 2
Science- None
Reading- sentence completion, short and long critical reading passages, and reading comprehension
Writing- an essay, and questions testing grammar, usage, and word choice
Math- Up to Trigonometry
Science- Charts, experiments
Reading- 4 passages, one each of Prose Fiction, Social Science, Humanities, and Natural Science
English- stresses grammar
Is there a penalty for wrong answers?
YES NO
How is the test scored? 200-800 per section, added together for a combined score.
2400 is the highest possible score.
1-36 for each subject. A 36 is the highest score.
Are all scores sent to schools?
Yes. If student requests a score, the report will include the scores the student received on every SAT taken
No. There is a “ Score Choice” option. Students can choose which schools will receive their scores AND which scores the schools will see.
SAT Test Dates Test Registration Deadline Late Registration
October 1, 2011 SAT & Subject Tests September 9, 2011 September 21, 2011
November 5, 2011 SAT and Subject Tests October 7, 2011 October 21, 2011
December 3, 2011 SAT and Subject Tests November 8, 2011 November 20, 2011
January 28, 2012 SAT and Subject Tests December 30, 2011 January 13, 2012
March 10, 2012 SAT only February 10, 2012 February 24, 2012
May 5, 2012 SAT and Subject Tests April 6, 2012 April 20, 2012
June 2, 2012 SAT and Subject Tests May 8, 2012 May 22, 2012
SAT Test Dates
ACT Test Dates Registration Deadline Late Registration Period
(Late Fee Required)
September 10, 2011 August 12, 2011 August 13-26, 2011
October 22, 2011 September 16, 2011 September 17 - 30, 2011
December 10, 2011 November 4, 2011 November 5 - 18, 2011
February 11, 2012 January 13, 2012 January 14 - 20, 2012
April 14, 2012 March 9, 2012 March 10 - 23, 2012
June 9, 2012 May 4, 2012 May 5 - 18, 2012
ACT Test Dates
PSAT
Wednesday, October 12, 2011Cost: $19.00
Please register and pay for the exam in the CounselingCenter with Ms. Buchanan. The deadline for registration isOctober 7, 2011.
It will be the only opportunity that 11th grade students haveto qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program.
The $19.00 fee includes the exam cost of $14.00 and a $5.00 donation to the counseling departmentfor student recognition programs and/or testing expenditures.
GA High School Gradation Test
• Make Up GHSGT September 12-16(For students who previously failed)
• Writing Test September 27
• Make Up GHSGT November 7-11
• Make Up Writing Test Feb. 29 or March 1
• GHSGT March 19-23
EOCT TESTING
• EOCT Week of 12/5/10
• EOCT Week of 5/8/11
Math I, Math II, Biology, 9th Lit,
Physical Science, Economics,
American Lit, and US History
HOPE Scholarship Changes
and Eligibility
HOPE Calucation
High School Reports to GSFC…………...A Complete TranscriptHOPE Grade Eligibility……………………GSFCNominal Standard for EligibilityCollege Prep……………………………….3.0 on a true 4.0 ScaleOther Diploma Types……………………..3.2 on a true 4.0 ScaleAcademic Credits CountedEnglish …………………………………….All Credits AttemptedMath………………………………………..All Credits AttemptedScience …………………………………….All Credits AttemptedSocial Studies……………………………..All Credits AttemptedForeign Language………………………...All Credits AttemptedCourse Weighted………………………….AP and IB Weighting Done By……………………….GSFCValue of Weights………………………….Uniform Across the State(+.5)
To Qualify for HOPE • College Preparatory Diploma: Cumulative GPA
of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Technical/Career Diploma: Cumulative GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale.
• At private colleges, HOPE awarded $3,600 for the 2011-2012 academic year.To determine the HOPE Award Amount, please refer to the chart provided at http://GAcollege411.org. during the spring of a student’s senior year.
To apply for HOPE a student/parent MUST complete the GSFAPPS and FAFSA form; students are limited on the number of hours they can use HOPE funding
For more information contact the Georgia Student Finance Commission www.GAcollege411.org
Zell Miller Scholarship
• Georgia residents enrolling in a degree program at an eligible institution
• 3.7 GPA • 1200 Combined SAT score (critical reading/math) *• 26 Composite ACT score *• Valedictorian and salutatorian
Zell Miller Scholarship will cover tuition at 100% for an academic year.
*Test scores must come from a single test sitting.
HOPE Grant Program
-The HOPE Grant provides a percentage of the standard tuition charges from the previous year.
-No GPA requirement for the HOPE Grant if entering program. GPA of 3.0 required after attending 30 or 60 semester hours.
-Students are limited in the number of hours for HOPE Grant funding.
How do I pay for school?How do I pay for school?
Myths Regarding Financial Aid
•Only students with highest GPAs get aid•College is too expensive for my family •Income is too high, so don’t bother to apply•There’s less aid available than there used to be•Sibling didn’t qualify, so neither will I •I should live at home to cut costs•Attend the college that offers the most aid•If I apply for a loan, I have to take it•Cost is the only way to compare colleges
Financial Aid is…
• Money given, paid, or loaned to help pay for college
• Gift Aid• Grants and Scholarships (free money)
• Self-Help Aid• Work-Study (job opportunity to earn
money)• Loans (money borrowed that must be
repaid)
Categories of Financial Aid
• Merit-based (or non-need)– Aid based on your grades, test scores,
hobbies and special talents (artistic, athletic, etc.)
• Need-based– Aid based on your financial situation
Sources of Financial Aid
• Federal and State Grants
• Federal Work-Study
• Federal Loans
• Institutional Aid
• Private / Other Government Aid
Other Financial ResourcesUse free scholarship searches– Fastweb www.fastweb.org – College Board www.collegeboard.com – Mapping Your Future www.mapping-your-future.com – www.GAcollege411.org
Apply for private local scholarships
Apply for institutional scholarships– Academic, performance, entitlements scholarships
Apply for company scholarships– Some Companies offer scholarships to employees
and their families
• Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Required for federal and state aid Deadlines vary depending on the school
Filing methods:– Paper version (forms must be
requested by student)
– FAFSA on the WEB www.fafsa.ed.gov
Application Process For
ALL SCHOOLS
• Institutional Aid Application
• CSS PROFILE – Complete your personalized Profile at www.collegebaord.com starting October 1, 2011 Not required by all schools
– $ 25 application fee
– $16 per report fee
Application ProcessFor
SOME SCHOOLS
Application Tips
(Making Your Efforts Count)
• 1. Identify application requirements and
deadlines
• 2. Fill out forms completely, accurately, and
legibly
• 3. Keep personal copies of all completed forms
• 4. Comply with all information requests
• 5. Meet deadlines (obtain proof of mailing!)
Financial Aid ConsultantsThings to know
• Free assistance is available
• Be wary of any consultant who encourages you to use strategies that seem unethical to you
• Avoid consultants who encourage you to over-estimate your income
Scholarship SearchesWarning: As a general rule, if you must pay money to get money, it might be a scam.
Lakeside and Druid Hills
Financial Aid NightWhere:
Lakeside High School
When:
November 9, 2011
at 6:30pm
PROBE College Fairs 2011
Gwinnett North Fair
September 21, 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Gwinnett Center
Rockdale / South Dekalb Fair
September 22, 6pm – 9pm
The Mall at Stonecrest
Cobb South FairSeptember 28th, 6:30pm-8:30 pm
Marietta High School
Clayton County FairOctober 14, 9am-1pm
Clayton State University
Great Websites
DHHS www.dekalb.k12.ga.us/druidhills
Dekalb County Schools www.dekalb.k12.ga.us
College Board www.collegeboard.com
GSFCwww.GACollege411.org
Career Information Websites
www.careers.org ----- Links to 11,000 career sites
www.acinet.org ---- Link to career exploration websitewww.keirsey.com/cgi-bin/newkts.cgi ---- Link to an online test which can assist the user in finding an appropriate career path
www.bls.gov/oco/ ----- Nationally recognized source on career information which describes what workers typically do in various careers, training/education needed, salaries and future trendsUseful information on both topics, including financial aid topics. Many unique articles written by current college students on topics that our students should know about
www.socojoblink.org/emp_car.htm ---- Links to career assessment centers, career training, special links for Hispanic clients, career centers for universities
www2.isbe.state.il.us/alps/what%20to%20for.htm ----- Links to career assessment centers, career training, special links for Hispanic students, career centers for universities
www.militarycareers.com ---- Links to military sites
College Information WebsitesCollege Information Websiteswww.petersons.com ----Petersons Education Super site - comprehensive site that helps with www.petersons.com ----Petersons Education Super site - comprehensive site that helps with all aspects of the college processall aspects of the college process
www.subscription.collegeview.com ----Career planning, college and university selection, www.subscription.collegeview.com ----Career planning, college and university selection, financial aid info search tool (school id #110-184)financial aid info search tool (school id #110-184)
www.collegesources.org/home.asp -----College Board - college information sourcewww.collegesources.org/home.asp -----College Board - college information source
www.collegelink.com ----Information on college searches, admission process, financial aid, www.collegelink.com ----Information on college searches, admission process, financial aid, athletics and can link to specific collegesathletics and can link to specific colleges
www.act.org ----Testing Information - ACT website which includes important dates and actual www.act.org ----Testing Information - ACT website which includes important dates and actual online registration for the examonline registration for the exam
www.collegeboard.org/sat/html ---- Testing Information - SAT homepage includes information www.collegeboard.org/sat/html ---- Testing Information - SAT homepage includes information on the complete range of test sponsored by the college board. Online registration for the SAT on the complete range of test sponsored by the college board. Online registration for the SAT I exam is availableI exam is available
www.collegezone.com ---- ISAC powered site for parents, counselors and lenders which www.collegezone.com ---- ISAC powered site for parents, counselors and lenders which provides information to search for financial aid, scholarships and general lender information. provides information to search for financial aid, scholarships and general lender information. Peterson's can also be accessed through this site.Peterson's can also be accessed through this site.
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