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Future Focused College Planning for Parents of Sophomores
Class of 2017
• Sophomore Focus• Standardized Testing• Test Preparation• Naviance/College Planning• Summer Enrichment Opportunities • Volunteer Service• Honor Societies• Junior Year Timeline
Agenda
• Continue to take the strongest curriculum that is appropriate- CHALLENGE YOURSELF!
• Utilize your standardized test score reports.
• Deepen involvement in co-curriculars and service.
• Become familiar with Naviance, the school’s online tool for matching students’ strengths and interests to particular careers and colleges.
• Engage in summer enrichment programs.
Sophomore Focus
Standardized Tests: Early Indicators
FALL SPRING
GRADE 9 EXPLORE PLAN
GRADE 10 PSAT PLAN
GRADE 11 PSAT
SubjectNumber of Questions
Time Allowed
English 30 minutes
Usage/Mechanics 30
Rhetorical Skills 20
Math 40 minutes
Pre-Algebra/Algebra 22
Geometry 18
Reading 25 20 minutes
Science 30 25 minutes
EXPLORE
Subject Number of Questions Time Allowed
English 30 minutes
Usage/Mechanics 30
Rhetorical Skills 20
Math 40 minutes
Pre-Algebra/Algebra 22
Geometry 18
Reading 25 20 minutes
Science 30 25 minutes
PLAN
PLAN Score Report
4 Major Parts of Your PSAT/NMSQT Results
Your Scores
Your Skills
Your Answers
Critical Reading
Mathematics
Writing Skills
Understanding Your
PSAT/NMSQT Results
Next Steps
3 Test Sections
Your Scores
Percentile
If you are a junior, your scores are compared to those of other juniors.
If you are a sophomore student, your scores are compared to those of sophomores.
Score
You can see your projected SAT score online in My College QuickStart (www.collegeboard.com/quickstart). Score Range
National Merit Scholarship Corporation Information
The Entry Requirements section displays information you provided on your answer sheet.
The Percentile compares your performance to that of other college-bound juniors.
The Selection Index is the sum of your critical reading, mathematics and writing skills scores.
If it has an asterisk, you do not meet all of the eligibility requirements for the competition.
My College QuickStart
ACT
• English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing• Colleges accept either the ACT or SAT• Many colleges require the ACT with writing, so students
are strongly encouraged to take the test with writing each time
• When you register, you can send your score to 4 colleges for free.
Test No. of Questions Subscore(s)English Test 75 Usage/Mechanics (40
questions)Rhetorical Skills (35 questions)
Mathematics Test 60 Pre-Algebra/Elementary Algebra (24 questions)Intermediate Algebra/Coordinate Geometry (18 questions)Plane Geometry/Trigonometry based (18 questions)
Reading Test 40 Social Studies/Natural Sciences reading skills (20 social studies & natural sciences questions)Arts/Literature reading skills (20 prose fiction & humanities questions)
Science Test 40 None: the total test score is based on all 40 questions.
ACT
SAT and SAT Subject Tests
• SAT - Critical Reasoning, Math, Writing• SAT Subject tests are required or “recommended” at
some colleges, especially highly selective universities (Ivy League, U of Chicago, Northwestern)
• Check schools’ requirements EARLY • Each test is only on one subject: Literature, Spanish, Math,
Chemistry, etc.• Each test is 1 hour long; You can choose to take up to 3
tests on each test date
• Get a good night’s sleep for 2 days prior to the test (at least!)• Eat a balanced breakfast of protein and carbohydrates that will maintain your energy level for
4 hours • Don’t do anything different than your normal routine. If you get up and work out every
morning…do that. If you drink coffee every morning, do that. If you don’t…don’t start it the day of the test.
• Answer Every Question on the ACT: There is no penalty for wrong answers on the ACT. An educated guess is always best for this test.
• Be Selective with Answers on the SAT: +1 point for questions you get correct and -1/4 point subtracted for incorrect multiple-choice. There is no penalty for omitting answers.
Tips for the Testing Day
Test PreparationPractice Makes Perfect: Students should take numerous practice tests!
Utilize your resources: Take a test prep course!
Go to www.trinityhs.org
Academics tab → Counseling/College Resources → Testing → Test Preparation Resources:
http://www.trinityhs.org/academics/guidance/standardized-testing/
Counseling Department Website: Testing
Naviance – Family Connection
• Get involved in the planning and advising process – Build a resume, complete online surveys, and manage timelines and deadlines for making decisions about colleges and careers
• Research colleges – Compare GPA, standardized test scores, and other statistics to actual historical data from our school for students who have applied and been admitted in the past
• Research careers – Research hundreds of careers and career clusters, and take career assessments
• Create plans for the future – Create goals and to-dos, and complete tasks assigned by the school to better prepare students for future college and career goals.
Naviance – Family Connection
http://connection.naviance.com/trinityhisch
Naviance – College Profile
Naviance - ScattergramsUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
NACAC Survey: Most Important Factors
High School Transcript Standardized Test
ScoresLetters of Recommendation (Counselor and
Teacher)Essay(s)
Activities and/or Employment
• Look for leadership opportunities in classes, clubs, sports • Get involved in Honors Societies • Use community service to explore careers and show
contribution • Consider current achievement in selecting courses• Seek out enrichment opportunities- use your summers
wisely!
Planning for Junior Year
• Trinity’s counseling website offers a list of various summer enrichment opportunities ranging from college programs and internships to interest camps and workshops
• Varies from one day camps to week long residential programs
• Provides exposure to college campuses and college-like experiences
• Opportunities to earn college credit
**BE MINDFUL OF APPLICATION DEADLINES!**
http://www.trinityhs.org/academics/guidance/summer-college-programs/
Summer Enrichment
As a Sinsinawa Dominican sponsored institution, each and every member of
the Trinity community is encouraged to make service a part of her life.
Campus Ministry offers support in the following ways:
• Works with the Student Activities Department and all club and
organization moderators to organize and facilitate service opportunities
that coincide with the mission of each group
• Fosters connections with local organizations and regularly arranges
service opportunities for student groups and individuals to minister to
the communityMrs. Katie McKeon, Campus Minister
For more information please visit: http://www.trinityhs.org/student-life/campus-ministry/service/
Service
• National Honor Society• National Art Honor
Society• National French Honor
Society• National Italian Honor
Society• National Spanish Honor
Society• Quill and Scroll • Thespian Society
Honor Societies
Trinity’s honor roll is determined each quarter on the following basis:
First Honors 3.75 or better GPA
Second Honors 3.3 - 3.74 GPA
Honor Roll
Examine your information on Facebook and/or other social networks. Consider updating or deleting content that might not be viewed favorably by college admissions officers.
Review Online Persona
Junior Year TimelineFALL
• Continue to take the strongest curriculum that is appropriate- CHALLENGE YOURSELF!• Take the PSAT/NMSQT in October• Continue your involvement in volunteer and extracurricular activities. • Apply/run for leadership positions and develop your skills.• Prepare for the ACT and/or SAT using PLAN and PSAT results.• Register for the December ACT.
WINTER• Take the December ACT.• Complete the College Questionnaire on Naviance by mid-February.• Attend our Junior College Seminar Night.• Enroll and attend a test preparation course.• Register for college entrance tests (ACT, SAT, SAT Subject Tests) as needed.
SPRING• Research colleges and build a prospective list on Naviance.• Prepare to attend a junior planning meeting with the college counselor.• Visit college campuses, attend college fairs• Apply for special summer academic or enrichment programs
Counselor Caseloads
Class of 2017 A – L Mrs. BehrenM – Z Mrs. Herling
Mrs. Rachel Behren, Department Chair of Guidance
Mrs. Victoria Herling, School Counselor
