Henry Clay High School College 101 2020 2021

  • Slides: 33
Download presentation
Henry Clay High School College 101 2020 -2021

Henry Clay High School College 101 2020 -2021

Henry Clay Counseling Office Counselors Sharron Wesley – Students A – Ca § sharron.

Henry Clay Counseling Office Counselors Sharron Wesley – Students A – Ca § sharron. wesley@fayette. kyschools. us - 381 -3423 Ext. 53007 April Cain – Students Ce - Goll § april. cain@fayette. kyschools. us - 381 -3423 Ext. 53010 Rachael Howard – Students Gom – Kh rachael. howard@fayette. kyschools. us - 381 -3423 Ext. 53069 Lyndsey Timoney – Students Ki- N § Lyndsey. timoney@fayette. kyschools. us - 381 -3423 Ext. 53009 Josh Edwards – Students O - Sl § joshua. edwards@fayette. kyschools. us - 381 -3423 Ext. 53006 Ashley Harris– Students Sm - Z § Ashley. harris@fayette. kyschools. us - 381 -3423 Ext. 53176 Vince Bingham- College & Career Coach Vincent. Bingham@Fayette. kyschools. us – 381 -3423 Ext. 58008

Henry Clay Mental Health & Family Support Tori Mason- School Social Worker Victoria. mason@Fayette.

Henry Clay Mental Health & Family Support Tori Mason- School Social Worker Victoria. mason@Fayette. kyschools. us- 381 -3423 Ext. 53012 Shevan Threats- District Mental Health Specialist Shevan. threats@Fayette. kyschools. us 381 -3423 Mental Health Support Website: www. henryclay. fcps. net – NTI/2 DL – HCHS Mental Health Support or https: //sites. google. com/fayette. kyschools. us/hchs-nti-mentalhealth/home? authuser=0 Family Support: Paula Caise- Youth Service Center Director Paula. caise@Fayette. kyschools. us 381 -3423 Ext. 53094

Infinite Campus Portal Changes- Oct 4 th Beginning October 4 th students will now

Infinite Campus Portal Changes- Oct 4 th Beginning October 4 th students will now log into Infinite Campus with Google authentication which will make accounts more secure and provide more login methods. Students will no longer use their student number as their username. Preferred Method - Google Drive: In a web browser, navigate to drive. google. com; login with your FCPS email address and FCPS account password. Use the waffle icon in the upper right hand corner to select Infinite Campus. Single Sign-On (SSO) button: In a web browser, navigate to the Infinite Campus login page, click: Single Sign-On (SSO) and log in with your FCPS email address and FCPS account password. Students should also use the "Single Sign. On (SSO)" button to log in to the Campus Student smartphone app. Remember to access IC through Google Drive using the waffle icon: https: //drive. google. com/. More details including FAQ, Handouts for students and staff, along with a Troubleshooting Guide can be found on the Google (SAML) IC Account Migration website.

Junior & Senior Info Sheets Junior & Senior Info sheets are used by counselors

Junior & Senior Info Sheets Junior & Senior Info sheets are used by counselors so that we have important details about the your college planning, interests, activities, and etc. Counselors emailed the link to their students. This is a very important tool for counselors when making referrals for college information and scholarships.

Graduation Requirements English/Language Arts— 4 credits Math-3 credits (must take every year) Science-3 credits

Graduation Requirements English/Language Arts— 4 credits Math-3 credits (must take every year) Science-3 credits (Physics, Biology, Chemistry) Social Studies-3 credits (US Government, World History, US History) Health and PE-1 credit Arts and Humanities- 1 credit Electives-7 credits Total = 22 credits Students who have attended another high school may have additional requirements. Check with your counselor for complete graduation requirements.

Transcripts and Credits Check transcript for accuracy Are you scheduled into the classes you

Transcripts and Credits Check transcript for accuracy Are you scheduled into the classes you need to be a senior next year? Make a note of any discrepancies on the transcript and discuss with counselor *Your transcript is in Student Portal under Reports.

Junior Year Plan of Action *Fall semester through end of school year- start exploring

Junior Year Plan of Action *Fall semester through end of school year- start exploring colleges through: -Websites such as www. kheaa. com & www. bigfuture. collegeboard. org -College Visits- online, virtual through HC, virtual or in person through colleges -virtual college fairs- see HC Counseling Office website *October- consider taking the PSAT/NMSQT- Practice SAT & National Merit Qualifying Exam -Details on next slide- Students must register *March 2021 - Free ACT given at Henry Clay (if in person classes are happening) *Consider taking the ACT again Spring/Summer 2021 *May 2021 - AP exams for students in AP classes *All year- work hard and get good grades- for many colleges these are the last grades they will see

Senior Year Plan of Action *Complete ACT/SAT testing- Fall *College Search Process/Visits *Apply to

Senior Year Plan of Action *Complete ACT/SAT testing- Fall *College Search Process/Visits *Apply to College- Pay attention to deadlines *Paying for College

PSAT/NMSQT -Saturday, Oct 17 @8: 30 am at HC (only if FCPS is back

PSAT/NMSQT -Saturday, Oct 17 @8: 30 am at HC (only if FCPS is back to in person learning, possible winter test date if unable to test on this date) -no cost if registered by Sept 15 at 11: 59 pm -only for 11 th grade students -If extra tests are available late registration will be Sept 16 and until tests run out or Oct 9 at 11: 59 pm. -Late fee: $10 -register at www. totalregistration. net/PSAT/181425

Test Registration Check the ACT and/or SAT dates and get registered. Fayette Co will

Test Registration Check the ACT and/or SAT dates and get registered. Fayette Co will not offer the ACT or SAT unless schools are open to in person learning. Apply online for ACT at www. actstudent. org or SAT at www. collegeboard. org Students on free/reduced lunch see counselor fee waiver. ACT College Readiness Benchmarks: English – 18, Math – 19, Reading – 20,

Test Prep Free, online & directly from testing companies PSAT-https: //collegereadiness. collegeboard. org/psat-nmsqtpsat-10/practice ACT-

Test Prep Free, online & directly from testing companies PSAT-https: //collegereadiness. collegeboard. org/psat-nmsqtpsat-10/practice ACT- https: //academy. act. org/ ACT- www. act. org download free full length practice test SAT- https: //www. khanacademy. org/sat Talk to counselor for more options

AP Exam Registration Oct 1 -31 Full details on Henry Clay website Registration is

AP Exam Registration Oct 1 -31 Full details on Henry Clay website Registration is a TWO STEP process n n 1. Go to www. totalregistration. net/AP/181425 to register and pay. 2. Go to myap. collegeboard. org to make sure you’re enrolled in My. AP Classroom for each AP course you are taking. Students must be enrolled in My. AP Classroom for an exam to be ordered through the College Board. Total Registration = payment collection site for the school My. AP Classroom = where the exam is physically ordered with the College Board Cost: $99 per exam n n n (AP Seminar & AP Research cost $147) Students on free & reduced lunch are free and need to contact AP Coordinator- Catherine. Stephens@Fayette. kyschools. us NO Cancellation fees this year (minus any late fines).

Test Optional Admissions Many colleges have moved to test optional admissions due to the

Test Optional Admissions Many colleges have moved to test optional admissions due to the challenges of taking tests during the global pandemic. Check college websites to find each college’s policy for students applying for Fall 2021.

College Search Explore/create/finalize list of colleges you want to apply to through: n n

College Search Explore/create/finalize list of colleges you want to apply to through: n n Online searches using websites such as www. kheaa. com & www. bigfuture. collegeboard. org College visits w Online through HC & College websites w College Fairs w On campus visits

College Visits During this time most/all colleges are offering virtual visits and some in

College Visits During this time most/all colleges are offering virtual visits and some in person visits. Check college websites for specifics for each college. In person school Policy: Juniors & Seniors may schedule college campus visits. These visits should not exceed a total of 3 school days for Juniors and 5 for Seniors. The procedure: Student submits the Request for College Visit form on Counseling website in advance to counselor.

College Visits to Henry Clay *Representatives from colleges, universities, and technical schools come to

College Visits to Henry Clay *Representatives from colleges, universities, and technical schools come to Henry Clay to talk to students in small groups. Registration is on Counseling webpage. *It is a good way to make contact with the representative for our area for schools in which you might be interested. *During online school visits are happening via Zoom. Check schedule & register at link below or on the Counseling webpage: https: //docs. google. com/forms/d/e/1 FAIp. QLSfq 7 T 7 e 2 Yq 0 FPm. Ke 1 TPlxneon. SCx. Qj. Zvx 2 VSp. Czn 8 Md. PE 8 ulg/viewfor m? vc=0&w=1&flr=0

Virtual College Fairs sponsored by Kentucky Association for College and Admissions Counselor Dates &

Virtual College Fairs sponsored by Kentucky Association for College and Admissions Counselor Dates & times: 9/29, 10/15, 10/21, 12/7 10: 30 am-1 pm & 6 -8 PM 11/13 10: 30 am-1 pm 11/14 11 am-1 pm Register here: https: //kyacac. swoogo. com/kyacacvirtual Instructions here Virtual College Fairs- Oct 12, Oct 18 & Nov 8 - Register at https: //virtualcollegefairs. org/ Virtual College Fair for University Army ROTC programs- Sept 26 10 am -1 pm- Register https: //docs. google. com/forms/d/1 Zj 2 gz. F 3 j. Qszbkf. Gkuyl. Vv. MYAl. Dxxn _b. D 9 o. D 4 R_Ez. D 3 o/viewform? ts=5 f 3304 e 9&fbclid=Iw. AR 1 xp. O 1 b. JPz. J_ VXxr_NFl 6 s. Bkjb. Hcxji. RVTt 8 YOgp. S 0 FCGBMG 3 p. Fiy 2 o. Pc&edit_requested=true

Governor’s Scholars Program Five-week residential summer program for outstanding Kentucky junior students. Provides academic

Governor’s Scholars Program Five-week residential summer program for outstanding Kentucky junior students. Provides academic enrichment, personal growth, challenging liberal arts program. Full co-curricular, residential life experience. Info & Application online at gsp. ky. gov Applications will be turned in to the counseling office in early December. All students interested need to register here: https: //docs. google. com/forms/d/e/1 FAIp. QLSdmj. U 442_cpuqe. Ry Who. Dn. GXTz. XEin. O-4 Uxf. NY 0 Gae. Y 0 Ed. MZgg/viewform Sign up for Remind notices by texting @hcgsp 2021 to 81010 Application deadline- Dec 1, 2020 to HC Coun. Office

Governor’s School for the Arts 3 week residential program offered for the states most

Governor’s School for the Arts 3 week residential program offered for the states most creative high school students. 10 th and 11 th graders can apply. 9 artistic disciplines: Architecture & Design, Creative Writing, Dance, Drama, Film + Photography, Instrumental Music, Musical Theatre, Visual Art, Vocal Music. Applicant guides available online 10/14/2020. Audition and/or review required. Online application opens 11/4. Deadline to apply 1/10/2021 Additional info at www. kentuckygsa. org Register here if interested in learning more about GSA: https: //docs. google. com/forms/d/e/1 FAIp. QLSc. ODh. Q 87 h. MLUf 4 c m. VIHz. UTb. I 4 g. MHe_KGVRrt. JF 9 Lhices. Em. Ag/viewform Sign up for Remind updates by texting @hcgsa 2021 to 81010.

Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs Free 3 -week residential summer program during which motivated teams

Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs Free 3 -week residential summer program during which motivated teams of students develop a business model, design a prototype, and pitch their startup during Demo Day. Open to 9 th, 10 th and 11 th graders Application Opens – Nov. 16, 2020 Learn more at www. Kentucky. GSE. com Sign up here if interested in learning more about GSE https: //docs. google. com/forms/d/e/1 FAIp. QLSce 55 Qt K_73 -d 1 Ag. CKC_Ktx. He. FVOp. Iv. Gpeetym. Bk. Sin. ONQi. A/viewform

The College Application Process Varies with College- check websites for specific info Most charge

The College Application Process Varies with College- check websites for specific info Most charge an application fee n Students on free/reduced lunch contact counselor for a fee waiver. Be aware of deadlines n Early Decision (Binding- only 1) n Restrictive or Single Choice Early Action(Binding-1) n Early Action (Non-Binding) n Regular Decision (Non-Binding) n Scholarship deadlines are usually early

The College Application Process Official transcripts are required for college applications. Colleges prefer to

The College Application Process Official transcripts are required for college applications. Colleges prefer to get transcripts electronically. Henry Clay uses Parchment. Students create their account & requests transcripts to be sent at www. parchment. com If using the Common App or Coalition App your transcript will be sent through these programs. www. commonapp. org or www. coalitionforcollegeaccess. org n n Check the websites to see which schools accept them Make sure to invite your counselor- contact your counselor to make sure they receive the invite Please allow at least 2 weeks for processing of applications.

Letters of Recommendation and Resumes A recommendation letter from your counselor is required for

Letters of Recommendation and Resumes A recommendation letter from your counselor is required for some college applications. The resume is very helpful to the counselor in producing the recommendation letter. n n Please include awards, accomplishments, activities, etc. in your resume. Submit your resume to the counselor at the beginning of your application process. Also please be considerate in asking for recommendations at least 2 weeks before they are needed.

The College Application Process- additional materials Some colleges will require additional materials such as:

The College Application Process- additional materials Some colleges will require additional materials such as: n n Essay(s) Supplemental Application Teacher/Other recommendations Interview *Pay close attention to college websites and their application checklists to make sure you submit a complete application.

KEES (Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship) Students who make at least a 2. 5 GPA

KEES (Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship) Students who make at least a 2. 5 GPA can earn a base scholarship amount every year. The better the grades, the more money earned to pay for college. Students can also earn a bonus award for at least a 15 on ACT. Must be a US citizen and KY resident Check on your KEES status at www. kheaa. com

Financial Aid- FAFSA OCT 1 st Every student considering going to college should complete

Financial Aid- FAFSA OCT 1 st Every student considering going to college should complete the FAFSA online. The online application opens on October 1 st and students should fill it out as soon as possible. FAFSA = Free Application for Federal Student Aid www. fafsa. ed. gov Access the FAFSA Completion Guide at: https: //www. kheaa. com/pdf/pubs/ky/getin/KYGIchecklists. pdf Students & a parent can go ahead and create FSA ID now at https: //fsaid. ed. gov Some schools require a supplemental form- CSS Profile—be sure and check with the financial aid office at each college.

Scholarship Information 1. Always apply for scholarships directly from colleges. At some schools the

Scholarship Information 1. Always apply for scholarships directly from colleges. At some schools the admissions application 2. A scholarship listing is updated frequently on Henry Clay’s Counseling webpage- www. henryclay. fcps. net n n n There is a list for 12 th grade and one for 9 th-11 th grades. When back to in person school students can check the scholarship bulletin board in the counseling office and pick up a copy of the scholarship listing. See your counselor for more info. 3. Online scholarship search engines such as: n n n www. fastweb. com www. scholarships. com www. cappex. com www. goingmerry. com www. bigfuture. collegeboard. org There are many more and typically you create a profile & they connect you with possible scholarships.

NCAA/NAIA Guidelines If you are a college-bound athlete, you must meet NCAA or NAIA

NCAA/NAIA Guidelines If you are a college-bound athlete, you must meet NCAA or NAIA academic eligibility requirements. Register Online summer after junior year - (Fee waivers are available to students who have used a fee waiver on the ACT and/or SAT. ) www. eligibilitycenter. org https: //play. mynaia. org Official Test Scores MUST be Sent from ACT and/or SAT Use Code 9999

Youth Salute- 11 th graders Applications are available online at https: //www. centralky. youthsalute.

Youth Salute- 11 th graders Applications are available online at https: //www. centralky. youthsalute. com/apply/ To be eligible, students must: Be a high school junior. Have at least a cumulative GPA of 3. 0 through the fall of junior year. Have held TWO leadership roles for which they were chosen by their peers or an adult leader within the past two years in school.

Junior Meeting Final Notes If students have not already started the process, the Junior

Junior Meeting Final Notes If students have not already started the process, the Junior year is when students need to seriously begin examining their college and career options. Juniors should take college tests, make college visits, and start searching for scholarships. In the college admissions process, nothing is more important than a student’s high school academic record. Juniors should work even harder at achieving their best grades. Colleges use test scores to help them determine a student’s readiness for college level work. It is sometimes a good plan to enroll in a study class before you take the test.

Senior Picture Info Class of 2021: ALL SENIOR portraits for the 2020 -2021 yearbook

Senior Picture Info Class of 2021: ALL SENIOR portraits for the 2020 -2021 yearbook are being taken by Holifield Photography at THEIR STUDIO at 171 Moore Drive, Lexington KY 40503 859 -276 -2040 portraits@holifieldphotography. com SCHEDULE TODAY for your Senior tux/drape appointment! Go to: signup. com/go/x. BQh. Ret n Multiple picture days available, starting Monday September 21 st! DETAILS: � This photo session is free. Upgraded sessions with additional outfits/locations are available for an extra change. Please contact Holifield Photography for information. � You may stop by anytime during your scheduled 30 -minute period. You will be asked to wait in your car and call once you arrive to allow for social distancing. Students will come in one at a time. � Masks are required at all times until you are in front of the camera. � This is a formal portrait (tux for guys, drape for girls) and the studio will provide the formal wear. Clothing provided by studio is only worn by one student per day. Shirts are washed every evening. 1. Girls, come dressed in a spaghetti strap tank top to go under the drape, straps should be able to fall off shoulders easily. 2. Guys, come dressed in a white t-shirt to go under the tux. You may bring your own tie if you would like something other than the straight black tie provided by the studio. 3. For any student that does not feel comfortable being photographed in tux/drape, you should come dressed in your own formal clothing. Guys will be required to wear a button up shirt and tie. The photo will be provided to the yearbook at no cost to you. In order to present all students in a uniform and equitable manner, only photographs taken by Holifield Photography will be accepted for the yearbook.

Senior Meetings 2020 Final Notes Getting In -this is a very useful booklet with

Senior Meetings 2020 Final Notes Getting In -this is a very useful booklet with lots of helpful information. Please go through this book and access all of the resources it provides. Until we are in person access it at www. kheaa. com Allow plenty of time for processing and completion of college applications. Check HC’s website often for important announcements, scholarship information, and other helpful hints.