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RICHMOND HILL HIGH SCHOOL

Senior NightClass of 2018

School Counselors

School Counselor CaseloadRhashida Bunyan A- DavidEmily Neff Davis– HobWallace Ingram Hod – MillLaine Lynch Milt – SaSaraswati Hendrix Sc – ZJennifer Blanton Graduation CoachJonna Vaughn MFLC Counselor

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A student must have 24 credits in order to graduate HS

Those credits must include the following:

4 English/Language Arts 4 Math 4 Science 4 Social Studies 1 Health/PE 3 Electives (Fine Art/CTAE/Foreign Language) 4 Local Elective

THE COLLEGE SELECTION PROCESS

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To choose the wrong college, place all of your emphasis on…

Where your friends are applying Where mom or dad attended college The school with the “best” athletics The school with the most parties The school with the cutest guys/girls

To choose the best fit FOR YOU, consider:

Admission Requirements: Rigor of curriculum, SAT, GPA

Cost: Tuition, Room & Board, Personal Spending

Size: Enrollment, Class Size, Campus Size

Location: Setting, Distance from Home

Academics: Majors, Programs, & Services

Population:

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Georgia Colleges and Universities

Middle 50%

Core GPA:          3.88‐4.13

SAT:       1220‐1360

ACT:                   28‐32Earned an average of over 20 semester hours of college credit through AP, IB or DE 

Middle 50%

Core GPA:     4.0

SAT:             1360‐1490

ACT:             30‐34

AP/IB:           8‐13

Admissions statistics from the research universities in Georgia

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Additional Research Universities

• Georgia State University• Medical College of Georgia/Augusta University

Comprehensive Universities

Bachelor’s Degrees through doctoral degrees

Provide a comprehensive and fulfilling university experience

Admissions Requirements SAT and/or ACT for entrance exam GPA May require letters of recommendation

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Comprehensive Universities

Georgia Southern University

Kennesaw State University

University of West Georgia

Valdosta State University

State Universities

Degrees Bachelor’s Degrees and Master’s degrees May offer limited Associate’s Degrees up to 

Education Specialist’s Degrees Admissions Requirements

Minimum Core GPA Minimum Core Credits Minimum SAT/ACT scores

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State Universities Albany State University Armstrong State University Clayton State University Columbus State University Fort Valley State University Georgia College and State University Georgia Southwestern State University Middle Georgia State University Savannah State University University of North Georgia

STATE COLLEGES

Entrance Requirement Core GPA Core Credits

Entrance Exams Vary ACCUPLACER ACT or SAT

Career Certificates Associate’s Degrees Targeted Bachelor’s degrees

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State CollegesAbraham Baldwin Agriculture College

Atlanta Metropolitan College

Bainbridge College

College of Coastal Georgia

Dalton State College

East Georgia College

Georgia Gwinnett College

Georgia Highlands College

Gordon State College

South Georgia State College

Private Colleges

Agnes Scott College

Berry College

Brenau University

Brewton-Parker College

Clark Atlanta University

Emory University

Oxford

LaGrange College

Life University

Mercer University

Morehouse College

Oglethorpe University

Paine College

Point University

Reinhardt University

SCAD

Shorter University

Spelman College

Wesleyan College

Young Harris College

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For Profit Colleges

Argosy University

South College

University of Phoenix

Virginia College

Out of State

Admission requirements will vary.

Check with the college for specific admission requirements.

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Net Price CalculatorWhere you can find net price calculators. Schools are federally obligated to

post their net price calculator for freshmen on their website. It can be hard finding these calculators. Some schools don’t want you to use them because you could discover how stingy they are.

An easy way to look for a school’s calculator is to Google the name of the institution and net price calculator.

Bottom Line: Use net price calculators before

your child finalizes his/her college list. There is no point in letting your child get excited about particular schools if their costs will be exorbitant.

Use these calculators strategically. See how assets and a child’s test scores/GPA could change awards.

Ask a school how accurate its calculator is.

Check how old each school’s cost figures are.

Use the results of net price calculators to develop a list of schools that will be financially doable.

http://www.thecollegesolution.com/32353‐2/

Request to visit a college

Excused absence when college visit is scheduled during school hours One each semester senior year

Select college/university and arrange visit Complete the College Visit Request. Have the college sign your form. Submit the completed form to the Attendance Office after your 

visit

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TECHNICAL COLLEGES

Programs

Associate’s Degree

Certificate or Diploma

ACCUPLACER No SAT/ACT

Savannah Technical College offers many programs of study that a student can finish in two years or less.

MILITARY

Opportunities

Training

Education

Travel

Policies/Expectations/Commitment

Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)— TBA

Scholarships

Must be a high school graduate,

no GED

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ENTERING THE WORK FORCE IMMEDIATELY AFTER HIGH SCHOOL

CAREER INFORMATION

www.Gafutures.org

The College Application Process

The ApplicationApplication FeesTranscriptsLetter of RecommendationCollege VisitsFinancial Planning

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How many schools should my child apply to?

“Dream School”Likely—a pretty good chance of getting inSafety—a sure thing for admission and costUltimately, 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.gafutures.org

• When• “the early bird….?”• Deadlines

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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 Action• Early 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.

COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMS/TESTS

• SAT ACT• SAT II (subject area tests)• ACCUPLACER

• Most public two‐year colleges and technical schools in Georgia (UNG requires SAT/ACT)

• Armed Services Vocational Battery Aptitude (ASVAB)

• November 15, 2017

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Should I test Again?

• Did you have any problems during the test, like misunderstanding the directions or feeling ill?

• Do you think your scores do not accurately represent your abilities?

• Are your scores what you expected based on your high school grades?

• Have you taken more coursework or an intensive review?

Letters of Recommendation

Letters of recommendation are written only when requested.

Find the Student Brag. (See QR code provided)Student should supply counselor and teachers with a Brag sheet or resume when they request a recommendation

Plan ahead – Your child must allow two weeks for his/her counselor to complete his/her letter of recommendation

The student’s part of the application is expected to be completed beforehand.

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“OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT”

OUT OF STATE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIESRequest “paper” transcript from Registrar’s Office $1.00 cost

GEORGIA COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES ONLYFREE Online through www.gafutures.orgMid‐Year and Final Will send paper copy for Final Transcript upon request. 

TRANSCRIPTSThe Registrars’ Office sends out all transcripts. 

To learn how to request and request your transcript via gafutures.org, go tohttps://www.gafutures.org/college‐planning/

THE LETTER OR EMAIL ARRIVES. . . .

ACCEPTED! (Hooray) Send deposits

May 1, 2018 deadline Celebrate

Wait-listed Don’t panic Evaluate back‐up plan

Denied— It’ll be okay Go to back‐up plan

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HELPING

OUTSTANDING

PUPILS

EDUCATIONALLY

HOPE

Available to Georgia residents who have demonstrated academic achievement. The scholarship provides money to assist students with their educational costs of attending a HOPE eligible college in GEORGIA

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Rigor Requirement

• HOPE Rigor

• RHHS Courses Meeting Academic Rigor requirement for HOPE

Financial Aid Night

October 3, @ 6:00 PMCarol Lott from Georgia Student Finance CommissionFinancial Aid presentationAssistance completing FAFSA

You will need access to your 2016 tax information

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GPA

What is a GPA?

GPA = Grade Point Average.The GPA is calculated using both grade information and course credit information. The GPA is usually based on a 4.0 scale

• Cumulative GPA – is calculated on all high school level courses (passed and failed) taken in middle school, high school, and dual enrollment.  

• HOPE GPA – is calculated on all English, math, science, social studies, and modern language class completed in high school or through dual enrollment.  

• Academic GPA ‐ is calculated on all English, math, science, social studies, and modern language class completed in high school or through dual enrollment. 

• Weighted GPA – uses a different scale (4.5 or 5.0).  Usually the most rigorous (AP & dual enrollment) coursed are weighted.  

• Unweighted GPA  ‐ a GPA calculated on a 4.0 scale

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How to Calculate a GPA

Conversion ChartA = 4B = 3C = 2F = 0

How to Calculate:1. Multiply the number of A’s by 4, the number of B’s by 3, the number of 

C’s by 2, and the number of F’s by 0.  2. Add together to get the total.3. Divide the total in #2 by the total number of classes taken.  

How to Calculate a GPA - Example

No. of A’s = 2 X 4 = 8

No. of B’s  = 1 X 3 = 3

No. of C’s = 1 X 2 = 2

No. of F’s  = 0 X 0 = 0

Total  = 4 13

GPA = 3.25  (13 divided by 4)

1.  Student A has the following grades for last semester.  Complete her GPA.

1. English            B

2. Algebra           C

3. Biology            A

4. Spanish 1        A

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Gafutures.org

Know your Preliminary HOPE GPA1. Go to GaFutures.org website2. Select the MY Gafutures tab3. Select My HOPE GPA

https://www.gafutures.org/hope-state-aid-programs/

https://www.gafutures.org/federal-aid-scholarships/

SENIOR ACTIVITIES & DATES

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Parent Conference Days

October Conference Days will be an opportunity to meet with your child’s advisor to

Review CreditsReview current  progress towards graduationLearn about senior activities

--Senior Pictures (Prestige Portraits)--Senior Class Dues $$ (Mon & Wed)--Cap & Gown (Herff Jones)--Yearbook Order--Prom--Grad Bash

Activities to Remember

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VIPs in the lives of the Class of 2018

Rhashida Bunyan (A –Davidson) Emily Neff ( Davis- Hobby) Wallace Ingram (Hod-Mils) Laine Lynch (Milton-Sa) Saraswati Hendrix (Sc-Z)

Jennifer Blanton--Graduation Coach Jonna Vaughn--MFLC

Penny Williams – Graduation Alicia Beck - Senior Class Sponsor Tiffani Russell – Senior Dues and Grad Bash Kim Murphy and Kerri Whitley– Registrar

Senior Dues

Amount: $30 Past dues: Junior-$30, Sophomore-$30, Freshman-$30 If you have not attended RHHS for all four years, you only have to pay dues

for the years you attended RHHS Dates: December 1, 2017- February 23, 2018 (after Dec. 1, additional $5)

Class dues. are to be paid through My Payments Plus

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CLASS OF 2018: BE IN THE KNOW!

Text @rhhs-2018 to 81010.

Info: Senior pictures, caps and gowns, class meetings, scholarships, senior privileges, SAT dates, college application dates, etc..

RHHS Class of 2018 Graduation Ceremony

Location: Savannah Civic Center301 W Oglethorpe Ave. Savannah, GA 31401

Date/Time:Saturday May 19, 2018 at 1:00 PM

TicketsNot yet determined, but between 10 and 15 tickets per student

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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

Want more information about financial aid?

GaFutures.orgGeorgia Student Finance

Financial Aid Office of Colleges College Board –Big Futures

American College Testing website

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Sources of Information from RHHS Counseling Department

RHHS Counseling Department website http://www.bryan.k12.ga.us/o/rhhs/page/counseling-staff

HELPFUL WEB SITES Richmond Hill HS Counseling Department

http://bryancoga.apptegy.us/o/rhhs/page/counseling‐staff

Richmond Hill High School http://bryancoga.apptegy.us/o/rhhs

College Board/S.A.T. www.sat.collegeboard.com

A.C.T. www.ACTstudent.org

Commons Application: www.commonapp.org

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HELPFUL WEB SITES, CONT’DOnline applications for colleges in Georgia and much more

www.gafutures.orgGeorgia Student Finance Commission (H.O.P.E.)

www.gsfc.orgFree application for Federal Student Aid

http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/

Ready, Set, Go!

Thank you for attending tonight’s Senior Parent Meeting.

We appreciate your time, and look forward to working with you and your child as he/she takes the next steps into the future.