Class of 2017 Saturday May 27 2016 NRG

Class of 2017 Saturday May 27, 2016 NRG Stadium 9: 00 am

This is the time to make important Decisions! Decide: * What are your interests? * What are your goals? * Where do I want to be 2. . 5. . 10 years from now?

Bridges Choices Explorer and Planner is here to help! Go to BRIDGES. com . Students jumpstart your future, go to Bridges. com to explore: CAREERS APPLY TO COLLEGES FIND SCHOLARSHIPS www. Bridges. com

BRIDGES. com n Go to www. Bridges. com n Log in = humble + id number (ex: humble 123456) n Password = id number(ex: 123456) n Click on CHOICES PLANNER or CHOICES EXPLORER

Ask yourself realistically… Which program can I Start and Finish? • Certificate/License Program Cosmetology Air Conditioning Auto mechanics Welding • Military Career Army Navy Marines Coast Guard Air Force • College: *2+ years (Associate’s Degree) *4+ years (Bachelor’s Degree) *6+ years (Master’s /Ph. D)

Can you get accepted? Do you meet the requirements to get into the college to which you want to apply? *GPA *Class Rank *SAT/ACT Scores *Recommended Courses

College Application Process * Determine when the college of your choice will begin * * * accepting applications. Submit applications and SAT/ACT scores in a timely manner. When writing application essays, use your best writing skills. Consider having someone proof and critique the essay before submitting. Request transcripts and letters of recommendation well ahead of the deadline. Maintain copies of all applications. Be sure to apply to more than one college.

Types of Admission ROLLING There are no deadlines, applications are accepted throughout the year. Rolling admissions is an option, but it’s not utilized by all colleges. Students are considered in the order in which their application was received, since space is limited. A college participating in rolling admissions will keep accepting applications until they’ve reached full capacity.

Types of Admission EARLY DECISION Early decision should be utilized when you have a top school you’d like to attend no matter what. You must be sure that this is the school you’d like to attend, if accepted. What’s most important to remember about early decision is that it’s a binding contract. When applying through early decision, if you are accepted, you have already agreed to attend. If you apply to a school via early decision and apply to others in the meantime, you must withdraw your applications to the other school if you are admitted to the early decision school.

Types of Admission Early Action Early action is similar to early decision; however, the key difference is that it’s not a binding agreement. You can apply to more than one college via early action and decide which school you’d like to attend that you’ve be admitted to. The benefit of early action is that students have more of a chance of being accepted, since not as many students have applied.

Types of Admission REGULAR ADMISSION If you’re applying during the standard application period, usually from the beginning of December to mid-January, you’re application will fall under the category of regular admissions. If you’re unsure of what schools you’d like to attend or would like more time to prepare your application, essay and test scores, it is likely regular admission will become your route of application. If you apply during regular admission, expect to hear back from schools during the months of April and May.

Requesting Transcripts n Students must see Mrs. Mc. Gusty, in the Registrar’s office to complete and sign a “Request for Transcript” form. Include the name of the University or Organization. The cost is $2. 00 per transcript. Cash only! n All official transcripts will be electronically sent to the University or Organization designated by the student.

Letters of Recommendation n Should be written by someone who knows you very well. n Provide a copy of your resume or submit an autobiography to the person writing the letter. n Give that person 2 -3 weeks notice. n Letter should accurately validate or certify leadership, talents, community service, and extra curricular activities. n You may need at least 2 -3 letters of recommendation.

College Application Completion Checklist 1. ACT/SAT Scores. 2. Official High School Transcript. 3. Application & Application Fee. 4. Include any necessary essay(s) or optional resume/letters of recommendation. 5. Print and keep a copy of EVERYTHING!!! 6. Mail documents using U. S. Certified Mail with a Return Receipt.

College Admission Testing SAT – ACT TSI(Texas Success Initiative)

SAT and ACT * Register online (SAT - College Board Online www. collegeboard. org or ACT online www. act. org. * The Atascocita High School College Board Campus code is 443583. * The TSI Assessment College placement test is a placement test for college courses. * Students may be exempt from taking the TSI based on SAT or ACT scores. * Students must consult with each college to verify the criteria for being exempt.

Difference between the SAT and ACT Tests? * ACT – The ACT tests a student’s acquired skills. Subjects: English, Math, Reading, Science, and Writing (optional) Assessment. Composite scores range from 1 to 36. * SAT - The SAT is a globly recognized college admission test that lets you show colleges what you know and how well you can apply that knowledge. It tests your knowledge of Evidence-Based Reading and Writing as well as Math. The total score is a sum of the two section scores with a score range of 400 -1600. * SAT Subject Tests – Subject tests (The more selective & competitive colleges require/recommend one or more subject test). Each subject has a 200 -800 score range. Send official score reports directly to the College or University as they require an official score report.

Fee Waiver Don’t let registration fees stand in the way between you and going to college!!! Please see your counselor to verify if you are eligible to receive a fee waiver. A limited number of fee waivers are available for: * SAT Registration (2 total) * ACT Registration (2 total) * College Application Fees (max 4) (All students on Free/Reduced Lunch Qualify)

Athletes…Don’t Forget… *You will need to complete the necessary NCAA Clearinghouse forms! *Student-athletes must be certified by the NCAA Clearinghouse before receiving an athletics scholarship, practicing and competing at a division I or II institution. *You can apply on-line at www. ncaaclearinghouse. net *See your coach for details.

Scholarships may be awarded on the basis of: *Academic Merit *Financial need *Talent *Miscellaneous scholarship criteria

Scholarships Where do I look? * * * * AHS scholarship website BRIDGES. com Internet College/University websites Local business advertisements Parents place of employment Research other available scholarships via library reference books, or private sources. * Watch the calendar closely for application deadlines. * Scholarship applications take time and effort but, it is well worth it!!!!!!! APPLY, APPLY!

Scholarship information for college

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Financial Aid

FAFSA * FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid applications are available online at www. fafsa. ed. gov. * How and when do I apply? Even if you haven’t been officially accepted for admission, you should complete and submit the FAFSA during the fall semester of your senior year in high school beginning Oct. 1 st. The FAFSA helps colleges and universities determine your eligibility for financial aid. • • Students and parents can sign applications electronically by creating an will speed up the application process. Create an FSA ID now at https: //fsaid. ed. gov/npas/index. htm FSA ID. This * After your FAFSA is processed, you’ll receive a Student Aid Report (SAR). The information from your FAFSA will be sent to the colleges you listed on the form, and they will send you an award letter identifying the aid for which you qualify.

Sources of Financial Aid * Grants – Need based; do not have to repay as long as you maintain a certain GPA. * Loans – Must repay once you finish college. * Work Study Program – Job housed on campus arranged by college. * Scholarships- Free money

How can we help your senior…

Senior Conferences October 4 -6, 2016 Review transcript, discuss plans post-high school, and answer any questions. The more prepared you come, the more help counselors can provide.

Humble ISD College Night Humble Civic Center October 10, 2016 6: 00 pm-8: 00 pm

Resources One of your greatest resources is the AHS website.

We are committed to providing you with the resources necessary to help you achieve your goals, NOW… What are YOU prepared to do for yourself and your future?

Credit Recovery/PACE Night Grad n If your student has failed a class and is enrolled in credit recovery they must complete all deficient credits in credit recovery in order to meet graduation requirements for May 27, 2017. n If your student is enrolled in night grad they must physically attend in order to complete all deficient credits in order to meet graduation requirements for May 27, 2017.

You can make it to Graduation… And Beyond!!!

THANK YOU!!!! * Thank you for attending Senior Parent Night. * You can find a copy of this presentation on the AHS website. * We encourage you to contact us with any questions regarding your senior. * Please remember that deadlines are crucial.