Class of 2022 PLANNING FOR LIFE AFTER HIGH

Class of 2022 PLANNING FOR LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL

What are my choices after high school? § § § Go directly to work Join a branch of the military Find an apprenticeship program Attend a technical school Attend a two year college Attend a four year college or university Remember…decision making is a PROCESS, not an event.

Work See what you can line up while still in high school It is good to find internships or part-time jobs in the field you are interested in to gain experience. Use your network Family Friends Current job Research jobs available in the community

Apprenticeship Programs Pipefitters Local 286 & Marble Falls Electricians Sheet Program – South Texas JATC Metal Workers International Association

Military Parents & kids work together to decide Recruiter will speak to you at age 17 Identify which branch best fits your needs Interview recruiters from different branches Take the ASVAB

College and Training Programs Find and research schools - https: //bigfuture. collegeboard. org/find-colleges

Consider College Characteristics Majors and educational programs 2 -Year or 4 -Year Public or private Size Location – how far from home is too far? Research their admission requirements General Admissions Major specific admission requirements Costs and financial aid Campus activities Support services Build your college list - https: //bigfuture. collegeboard. org/college-search

When do I start? The Earlier The Better! Stay organized Be inquisitive Keep a folder of all paperwork and date activities (community service) that you do in high school as they happen, so you can build a resume. Ask questions!! Your inquiries help guide your actions. Manage time wisely Prioritize the college process. College Application Checklist https: //bigfuture. collegeboard. org/get-in/applying-101/college-application-checklist College Admissions Support - https: //www. khanacademy. org/college-careers-more/college-admissions

Tips for applying to school 1. Start Early. 2. Work consistently to complete information well ahead of deadlines. 3. Be careful! Consistently edit and check for errors. 4. Request transcripts, test score, recommendation letters (if needed) early! 5. Contact your high school and let them know what schools you are applying to, so they can support you. 6. Take SAT and/or ACT and request test scores be sent (from College Board/SAT or ACT). 7. Check with your college(s) to ensure everything is submitted well before deadlines. 8. Make copies of items you send in, just in case. https: //bigfuture. collegeboard. org/get-in/applying-101/tips-for-preparing-yourcollege-application

Apply for Admission and Observe Deadlines! Review college admission and test requirements Know application deadlines and application fees Submit application materials o Application for admission (paper or electronic) o High School transcript o Recommendations (if required) o SAT, ACT or college readiness test results Start researching now! Helpful website: o https: //bigfuture. collegeboard. org/get-in/applying-101/tips-for-preparing-your-college-application

Application Websites www. Apply. Texas. org -for all 2 - year and 4 -year Texas public colleges & universities. Apply Texas opens August 1 st! Many universities have rolling admissions! www. commonapp. org- for private colleges & universities in Texas and out of state college or universities. It is best to use these websites, so you can apply to multiple colleges through one portal, but it is possible to go directly to the college websites.

Testing for College Readiness: College Entrance Exams o SAT - MFHS may test to all Juniors in the Spring! o ACT o SAT Subject Tests – if required by college/major College Readiness Exams – o Check College Admission Requirements!! TSI – required scores to skip remedial courses for colleges in the state of Texas.

College Entrance Exams - What you need to know about the SAT & ACT Most 2 -year colleges do NOT require SAT or ACT scores for admission Students scores Free can take tests multiple times – colleges only consider highest practice tests are available for the SAT & ACT Colleges/universities institution want you to send scores directly from testing

SAT Register at www. collegeboard. com Our school code is 444475. Be sure to send your scores to your schools of choice at registration. Spring/Fall Testing Dates: See www. collegeboard. org for testing dates and times Study at https: //sat. collegeboard. org/home https: //www. khanacademy. org/test-prep/sat Get test prep book from Mrs. Warren (if available)

ACT Register at http: //www. actstudent. org/ Our school code is 444475 Be sure to send your scores to your schools of choice at registration. Fall Testing Dates: See http: //www. actstudent. org/ for testing dates and times Study at http: //www. actstudent. org/testprep/ Get test prep book from Mrs. Warren (if available)

Campus Visit Suggestions: Look for dates and times of tours (some virtual available) For in person - Fill out a form through the attendance office and get your absence approved ahead of time Meet with an Admission Counselor when possible Meet with an Academic Advisor in your area of study when possible Visit the Financial Aid Office o ask about financial aid opportunities and the actual cost of attending the school o Ask about payment plans for tuition and fees Visit the Housing Department o Ask about housing requirements and deadlines o Ask about payment plans for housing

Essay Suggestions: Know which essays your college requires Start early and edit often Tell your story – set yourself apart from the rest Have someone else edit your essays Revise, revise http: //aggiebound. com/videos

Graduate High School First! Graduation Requirements English 4 Math 4 Science 4 Social Studies 4 Foreign Language 2 Physical Education 1 Speech/C 3 . 5/. 5 Fine Art 1 Electives 7 Total Credits Required 28

Etiquette for Requesting Transcripts Transcript request link is located on the counseling website: Click HERE! Allow at least 2 days to process. Our Registrar, will process the request. Don’t wait until the last minute!

Recommendation Letter Etiquette: Always give the writer ample time to write the letter. (at least 2 weeks) Give the writer a copy of your resume to help them form the letter Give them a stamped envelope that is already addressed to where you need it sent Choose your references wisely! Someone who knows you well Has original things to say about you Thinks highly of you

Search for Scholarships: Websites – see links on counseling website (always check to see if you have to add supplements, such as an essay or letter of recommendation) Scholarships are available at each college – many are not using Apply Texas for their scholarships any longer. Look on their websites for scholarship applications Place of employment or parents employment Organizations Religious affiliation MFHS Scholarships List—list of these will be uploaded to MFHS Counselor Website Scholly App

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Complete the FAFSA o Income tax return – you may enter an estimate and then go back and update it when your taxes are complete. They use your taxes from the previous year. o Online at www. fafsa. ed. gov o Submit as soon as possible after Oct. 1 st https: //www. khanacademy. org/college-admissions/paying-for-college

Resources College Search, Application Help, Financial Aid Resources, Checklists See resources in counseling center https: //bigfuture. collegeboard. org/ https: //www. khanacademy. org/college-admissions And Many More!

Parting Words of Advice Start early Ask questions go to the source Break tasks down into do-able chunks Set your own deadlines for accomplishing the steps Talk to a human when you can! Be persistent & not afraid of “red tape” or long lines. You’re not alone…nobody knows it all! You can do it!

Contact Information Counselors: Main phone number 830 -693 -4375 Dr. Robert Pena (A-G) – rpena@mfisd. txed. net ext. 7109 Angela Williamson (H-P) – awilliamson@mfisd. txed. net ext. 7108 Duane Teets (Q-Z) – dteets@mfisd. txed. net ext. 7110 College and Career Advisor - Gibson Holmes, gholmes@mfisd. txed. net ext. 1145 Counselors Admin Assistant Sherry Warren – swarren@mfisd. txed. net, ext. 7107