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FEBRUARY/MARCH 2010 UPDATE Lou Ann Moor, Counselor CEEB code: 481155 Highlights of the Class of 2010: Three National Merit FINALISTS: Jessica Armer, Jon Meis, Erin Yoshida. Three National Merit Commended Students: Eric Bateman, Grace Ann Lane and Rebecca Shelton JUNIORS: Class of 2011---The PSAT/NMSQT was given to juniors on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 during the school day (7:45-11:30) Test results were distributed before Christmas Break. Students who take the PSAT this year will have free online access to My College Quickstart which gives you your Score Report (every test question with complete answer explanations), SAT Study Plan (personalized advice on how to do better on the SAT), College Matches (lists colleges in Washington that have your indicated major), My Major and Career Matches and MyRoad (ORA Personality Profiler, profiles of 450 occupations, college information, build a resume) Your Score Report (PSAT test results) will contain a personal identification number (PIN) that you will use to access this personalized information at www.collegeboard.com/quickstart My College QuickStart is an easy-to-use, online, personalized college and career planning kit available free of charge to all students who take the PSAT/NMSQT. The information and answers your child provided when they took the test are incorporated into this useful tool, and it presents their data back to them in four main parts: • My Online Score Report- an enhanced score report that allows students to review each test question, the student’s answer, and the correct answer with answer explanations. • My SAT Study Plan- a customized SAT study plan based on student PSAT/NMSQT test performance, highlighting skills for review and practice. • My College Matches- A starter list of colleges based on the student’s state and indicated choice of major. • My Major and Career Matches- Major and career matches that are compatible with the student’s general interests and personality type. Access is available using the access code printed on the student’s paper score report, and the tool can be utilized throughout high school. Using My College QuickStart together with your child is a great way to introduce and guide your child through important aspects of the college-going process. Visit www.collegeboard.com\quickstart. Class of 2011 Register for the SAT I Reasoning Test online at http://www.collegeboard.com. It is suggested that you get at least one sitting of the test behind you going into the summer months. You will be taking the SAT I--Reasoning Test. Cost: $45 If you are applying to a highly selective university/college you will have to take the SAT II Subject tests. Ask me or your college rep or look online for this information www.collegeboard.com . Register for the ACT online at http://actstudent.org Sign up for the writing test too. Cost: $46 NEW! The College Board has two new tools (free) for students who have taken the SAT I Reasoning Test called My SAT Online Score Report (insights into your strengths and weaknesses, details your performance by question type and difficulty level, essay question and response, career and major searches) and SAT Skills Insight (shows skills you know and highlights ones you need to know better). Upcoming Events March 13--SAT February 6--ACT Class of 2011 --Take the SAT or ACT by June 2010 ; take the SAT II Subject tests if you are planning to attend a highly selective university --Complete your resume and be prepared to give it to me in the fall --Look at college essays and begin writing; spell check, ask at least 3 adults to look at each one --Look online for scholarships (www.fastweb.com or www.supercollege.com or www.collegeplan.org ) --Visit college campuses --Be sure your senior year class schedule is rigorous Tips for college life
Classes of 2010 and 2011 Tips for College Success
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) You can apply on-line at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. The completed form can be sent in AFTER January 1, 2010!! Hard copies are not available this year. There is a cut-off date for FAFSA submission to each institution of higher learning so check it out with your intended school(s). The UW deadline is February 15, 2010; it needs to be to the federal processor by February 1st. Find the admission deadlines, application fees and comments on most Washington 4-year public and private institutions http://www.washingtoncouncil.org/ FAFSA pin number: You and your parents will each need a PIN to sign your FAFSA form electronically if you do an on-line application. To apply go to: www.pin.ed.gov Community and Technical Colleges not only offer college transfer courses but also myriad technical and career programs. There are 24 such institutions of higher learning in the Puget Sound area. For links to these community and technical colleges visit: http://www.cis.ctc.edu/pub/colleges.htm or pick up a brochure in the counseling office. NCAA Eligibility Seniors: If you are thinking of playing Division I or II college sports, you can register on-line at http://www.ncaaclearinghouse.net/ncaa/NCAA/common/index.html The NACAC has set up an interactive and free college access tool that allows students and parents to chat live with colleges via the internet. Register at http://www.OnlineCollegeFair.com to view the schedule of chat dates. Homework websites for high school students These websites offer extensive resources. Check out http://highschoolace.com or www.mathforum.com or www.infoplease.com/homework or www.historychannel.com or www.libraryspot.com/homeworkhelp.htm or www.channel4.com/learning/microsites/H/homeworkhigh or www.nationalgeographic.com/homework or www.mathgoodies.com/homework SAT or ACT registration Check out the dates by clicking on "Entrance Exams" (to the left on this page). You may begin registering at http://www.collegeboard.com or http://www.actstudent.org New Websites http://www.TheWashBoard.org The official Washington State scholarship website http://www.collegeview.com This website contains information on careers, colleges and financial aid. Check it out! http://www.princetonreview.com This website contains test prep, college and career information. http://www.schoolsintheUSA.com Explore careers, search for colleges on-line. http://mapping-your-future.org This website has on-line chats with college counselors/scholarships, planning for college. http://www.collegedata.com Predict your college admission chances to over 1700 colleges/universities. http://www.IvySuccess.com Strategies and trends from former Ivy League admissions officers. www.college.ed.gov Help for college bound students and their parents www.icwashington.org and www.projectopportunity.net Check out independent colleges in Washington www.checkoutacollege.com Look at all community and tech colleges in Washington www.collegedata.com college search, admissions "reality check" www.admissions.com Ask questions directly and get answers, college trends www.zinch.com Scholarships and college search Selective Service Information Guys, don't forget to register with the Selective Service within one month of your 18th birthday. It's the law! Register on-line at http://www.sss.gov Email Addresses: If you change your email address, please give Ms. Moor the new one so we can keep the communication lines open.
Rotary Students of the Month--class of 2010
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