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Class of 2016 Senior Presentation
Everything you need to know to be a successful Senior
at JCCHS!
Who is your counselor? Our counselors serve students based upon the first letter of a student’s last name
A - L Mr. Moscaritolo M - Z Mrs. McCutcheon
Other important people you need to know…
Registrar Mrs. Faulkner Credit Recovery Ms. Hawkins
Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., M-F
A student must have 26 credits in order to graduate HS
Those credits must generally include the following: 4 LA 4 Math 4 Science 4 Social Science (U.S. History and World History, Economics
and Government) 1 Health/PE 9 Electives
ALL course requirements must be completed in order to participate in the graduation ceremony!
JUNIORS NEED 25 CREDITS TO GRADUATE.
*Most, if not all, four-year and two-year colleges now require two years of the same foreign language Contact the colleges for specific information.
WHAT DO I WANT TO DO AFTER JCCHS?
Four Year Colleges & Universities Bachelor’s Degrees
Public Colleges/Universities Private Colleges/Universities
Admissions Requirements SAT and/or ACT for
entrance exam May require letters of
recommendation
Two-Year Colleges Associate Degrees
Public Private
Entrance Exams Vary Compass ACT or SAT
Admissions statistics from three largest research universities in Georgia from
2015-2016
Middle 50%
Core GPA: 3.8-4.09
SAT(CR+M+W): 1800-2060
ACT: 28-32
AP/IB: 4-8
Early Action: October 15
Reg. Deadline January 15
Middle 50%
Core GPA: 3.2-3.7
SAT(CR+M): 970-1190
ACT: 21-27
Priority Deadline: Nov. 1
Reg. Deadline: March 1
Middle 50%
Core GPA: 3.8-4.11
SAT: 2050-2240
ACT: 30-33
AP/IB: 6-11
Early Action: Oct. 15
Reg. Deadline: Jan. 10
Technical Colleges
ProgramsTechnical Certificates of Credit can be completed in less than a year and offer education specific to on the job performance. The certificate courses are strictly program-related and can later be applied towards earning a diploma or degree.
A Diploma Program typically takes a year and a half to complete and broadens your base of knowledge beyond the core courses found in a TCC. Diploma programs consist of program-related courses as well as general core courses such as English, Math, and Science.
An Associate's Degree is highest-level credential you can earn at most technical colleges. The degree programs contain in-depth industry related subjects and high-level college courses that give you the relevant knowledge you'll need on the job.
Did you know??
Gwinnett Technical College offers more than 50 programs of study that a student can finish in two years or less.
Military Opportunities
Training Education Travel
Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)—will be given in December. Sign up with Col. Abbot or the Counseling Office
Must be a high school graduate, no GED
Entering the WorkforceCAREER INFORMATION
www.gacollege411.orgGeorgia Department of LaborUnited States Department of LaborCareerOneStopGeorgia Labor Market Explorer The Riley Guide
The College Application Process
The Application Application Fees Transcripts Letter of Recommendation College Visits Financial Planning
College Entrance Exams/Tests S.A.T. – www.collegeboard.org A.C.T. – www.actstudent.org ASSET/COMPASS
Most public two-year colleges and technical schools in Georgia (UNG requires SAT/ACT)
Armed Services Vocational Battery Aptitude (ASVAB).
JUNIORS: If you want to Dual Enroll (MOWR) you need to take the SAT or ACT before March.
STUDENTS are responsible for sending their OFFICIAL test scores to the college of their choice. Must be requested through the testing site.
What is the difference between the ACT and the SAT? ACT questions tend to be more straightforward The SAT has a stronger emphasis on vocabulary The ACT has a science section, the SAT does not
Simply tests your reading and reasoning skills when given a set of facts
The ACT tests more advanced math concepts But not necessarily harder because the questions are more
straightforward The ACT writing test is optional on test day, but required
by many schools. The SAT has a required writing portion
The SAT is broken up into more sections The ACT is more of a “big picture” exam
schools are more concerned with your composite school rather than each section
How many schools should I apply to?
Dream School or Reach School Likely—a pretty good chance of
getting in Safety—a sure thing for admission
and cost
Ultimately, deciding how many schools to apply to is a family decision. However, counselors generally recommend to consider applying to one to two schools in each category.
College Applications Sources
College Admissions Office College web site www.gacollege411.org
Pay close attention to deadlines and items that are also required to complete your application Example: Proof of legal residence,
health forms, test scores, letters of recommendation
Applying Early?Early decision and early action plans allow students to apply early (usually by October or November) and get an admissions decision
December or January.
Early Decision versus Early ActionEarly decision plans are binding. A student who is accepted as an ED applicant must attend the college.Early action plans are similar but are not binding, which means students receive an early response but do not have to commit to the college until the normal reply date of May 1.
Please check the policies of the individual colleges/universities you are applying to if you are applying early.
Visit the Counseling office for…. Transcripts Requests for counselor
recommendations Local scholarships
(beginning Dec/Jan) Fee waivers -(SAT/ACT/
college application, if qualified)
www.gacollege411.org passwords and usernames
Check your GPA College Visit form
I need an “official transcript”… OUT OF STATE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
Request paper transcript from Counseling Office If counselors are out of the office, please fill out a
transcript request form
GEORGIA COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES ONLY Request Online through www.gacollege411.org Will send paper copy for final transcript
To learn how to request and request your transcript via GAcollege411, go to https://secure.gacollege411.org/College_Planning/Applications_and_Transcripts/_default.aspx
Letters of Recommendation Letters of recommendation are written
only when requested
Pick up a counselor recommendation form in the counseling office.
Student will need to complete the form and bring it to their counselor.
Plan ahead – You must allow one week for your counselor to complete your letter of recommendation
The student’s part of the application is expected to be completed beforehand.
The letter or email arrives… ACCEPTED! (Hooray)
Send deposits Check with each college for deadline
Celebrate!!! Wait-listed
Don’t panic Evaluate back-up plan
Denied— It’ll be okay Go to back-up plan
HOPE Requirements
Class of 2016 Students must receive 3 credits in the
following types of courses Advanced Algebra, Math III, or an
equivalent or higher course Chemistry, Physics, or an equivalent or
higher course AP course or Dual Enrollment course Spanish II or French II or higher course
HOPE Requirements
HOPE GPA of 3.0 HOPE GPA only includes academic courses
and language courses
Zell Miller GPA requirement: 3.7 minimum score of 1200 on the math and
reading portions of the SAT test or a minimum composite score of 26 on the ACT test in a single test administration
Applying for HOPE/Zell Miller Scholarship:
FREE Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.gov
GSFAPPS is a Georgia-specific financial aid application available on GAcollege411.org
Athletic Scholarships Student registers at www.ncaaclearinghouse.net
Student requests a transcript to be sent to NCAA Clearinghouse
Student sends S.A.T./A.C.T. scores to NCAA Clearinghouse, scores must be sent directly from the testing service
Student calculates core average according to NCAA requirements
Student and family review NCAA policies and procedures
Important Events Coming Up!!
Juniors:MOWR Night(Dual
Enrollment)on Monday, Nov. 2 @ 6:30 pm in the
Media Center
Seniors:Apply to College Week Nov. 9-13
during the school day in the Media Center
Other important information to remember… Val & Sal
Highest and second highest numerical average through first 3 years of high school and first 30 weeks of senior year.
Must complete three academic core units of Honors, AP, or Dual Enrollment
Honor Graduate Overall high school average throughout the first 3
years of high school and the first 30 weeks of senior year of 90.0
Averages are NOT rounded up.