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Junior Parent
Meeting
Junior Parent
Meeting
Contact Information
• Remind101– Text @elizhs17 to 81010– Or text @elizhs17 to (720)924-
4307 • Counselors:
– Rex Hanson (Last names A – J)• [email protected]
– Melissa Butler (Last names K – Z)• [email protected].
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WARNING:
• The junior year is thought to typically be the toughest, academically, of the four year high school experience.
Important Events & Dates:• Check weekly
Guidance Glimpse for upcoming dates and events.
• http://etown.kyschools.us/sch_EHS/Guidance%20Glimpse/indexJuniorGlimpse.htm
JuniorPrograms
Governor’s Scholars Program
• Stimulating, five-week, residential summer program for outstanding Kentucky students completing their junior year in high school.
• Provides academic and personal growth in a challenging, non-traditional experience that balances a strong liberal arts program with a full co-curricular and residential life experience.
Governor’s Scholars Program
• Must have a standardized test score (PSAT, ACT, or SAT)
• If not signed up for PSAT need to take ACT in October.
• Mid-September - Applications sent to guidance counselors' offices.
• Applications due by Friday, Nov. 20th. By 3:30 PM
• Decision made by December 18th.
• For more info http://gsp.ky.gov
Murray State UniversityCommonwealth Honors
AcademyCHA is a three week academic,
personal, and social development program for outstanding high school students in the summer after their junior year.
Benefits of the Commonwealth Honors Academy:Three weeks of academic and
enrichment experience at MSUSix hours of tuition-free, transferable
university creditSix additional tuition-free credit hours
during the student’s senior year Guaranteed four-year, $2,000-per-year
housing scholarship to Murray State University
Collaboration with other honor students and outstanding university and secondary faculty in a campus living-learning environment
Commonwealth Honors Aacademy (CHA)
• Qualifications:– All students applying for the
Commonwealth Honors Academy should have a 3.5 GPA (on a 4 point scale) and a 25 Composite ACT score (or the equivalent PSAT, SAT, or PLAN score).
• The deadline for applications is March 1 of each year.
• http://www.murraystate.edu/cha/index.htm
Cha vs. gspCHA GSP
Three-week program on the Murray State campus
Five-week program on several campuses in
central Kentucky
Available to students from Kentucky and out of
state
Only open to Kentucky residents
No more than 150 students
300-350 students per campus
Graduates awarded a four-year, $2,000-per-
year housing scholarship to Murray State, if they
choose to attend
Graduates offered scholarships of varying amounts at many major universities in Kentucky
Graduates complete and receive credit for six hours of college-level
courses(and are eligible to take six additional cost-free
hours during their senior year)
No grades or course credit
$195 tuition processing fee*
No cost except for personal expenses.
Governor’s School for the
Arts• On-line GSA Summer
Program applications available beginning Oct. 1st
• Provides hands-on-arts opportunity for the states talented high school students who are dancers, actors, instrumental and vocal musicians, creative writers, future architects or visual artists.
GSA & ArtShopsEach fall, GSA schedules four workshops
in communities throughout Kentucky. The purpose of these ArtShops is to
provide high school freshmen, sophomores and juniors with the opportunity to spend a day in a facility close to their hometown in a hands-on arts enrichment opportunity.
Workshops are conducted by the region’s most outstanding teaching artists in nine arts disciplines that include architecture, creative writing, dance, drama, instrumental music, musical theatre, new media, visual art and vocal music.
Students also learn about the GSA summer program, audition and application procedures, as well as other arts opportunities in their area. Parents and teachers are informed of the specifics of
the summer program during an information session.
Governor’s School for the
Arts• Primary component
includes a three week summer residential program, regional arts workshops and master classes, college and career day and an artistic roster of performing and visual artists made up of GSA Alumni.
• For more info go to http://www.kentuckycenter.org/education-community-arts/gsa
•
Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs
(GSE)
The Governor's School for Entrepreneurs (GSE) is a college and career ready program giving Kentucky high school students a hands-on, experiential immersion into innovation and entrepreneurship in order to empower them to make a positive impact on their communities through innovation and to become business leaders of tomorrow.
A 3 week free residential program at Georgetown University (June 12 – July 2)
Individuals or teams in 9th – 11th grades can apply
Application process opens October 19th. Includes a 2 minute video, written application, and 2 letters of recommendation. Applications are due December 21, 2015
http://kentuckygse.com/
Hardin CountyYouth
Leadership• Applications available in
September in guidance office.
• The program’s objective is to develop leadership skills of future community leaders.
• Students will attend 8 sessions during the school year.
• Sessions will be held throughout Hardin County and will meet once per month during the school day.
• Students who complete the program will be recognized at the Youth Leadership graduation program in May.
• http://hardinchamber.com/about-hccc/youth-leadership-hardin-county/
APES Seminar• Applications available in
Guidance Office in Sept.• A 2-day workshop in Nov.
that provides competitive lessons on cooperatives, corporations, and the business world.
• Students actively solve real corporate problems.
• Six students are selected to attend State and have chance at Nationals.
• http://www.uky.edu/Ag/apes/students.html
• **The same students will not be selected for APES and Hardin County Youth Leadership
Girls and Boys State
• American Legion Boys States and Girls States are among the most respected andselective Educational Programs of Government instruction for High School students.
• They are participatory programs where each participant becomes a part of the operation of his or her Local, County and State Government.
Girls and Boys State
• During Boys State and Girls State programs, participants are exposed to the Rights, Privileges, Duties, and Responsibilities of Citizenship.
• Very similar to KYA program. Can qualify for Girls/Boys Nation.
• Applications sent to Guidance Office in the spring.
Boys State info: http://www.kyboysstate.org/
Girls State info: http://kyamlegionaux.org/girlsstate.html
U.S. Senate Youth Program
Any high school junior or senior student is eligible for the program provided he or she has not previously been a delegate to the program and is currently serving in a school wide, district, regional or state ELECTED capacity in a student government, civic or educational organization.
The U.S. Senate Youth Program offers two student leaders from each state a $5,000 college scholarship and an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, DC, to observe the U.S. Senate in action. It is funded entirely by the William Randolph Hearst Foundation.
Applicants must currently be serving in an elected capacity in any one of the following student government offices: Student body president, vice-president,
secretary or treasurer Class president, vice-president, secretary or
treasurer Student council representative A student who
serves as a representative for a community, regional or district-level civic or education organization may also be nominated.
In addition, applicants must also submit a completed application, official high school transcript and take a timed test.
http://osse.dc.gov/service/united-states-senate-youth-program-ussyp
Nolin RECC Youth Tour
• Nolin RECC sponsors a Youth Tour Contest for an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C. in the summer.
• In order to qualify you must receive electric service from Nolin.
• Application information is sent to Guidance office in early spring.
• http://www.nolinrecc.com/washingtonyouthtour.asp
Lincoln trail youth salute
The Lincoln Trail Youth Salute (of Hardin County, KY, and surrounding counties) is part of a national program sponsored by the National Council on Youth Leadership. NCYL is a non-profit organization.
Program Requirements:be a high school junior at time of entryhave a 3.0 GPAhave served in 2 peer-elected leadership
positionsbe an overall exemplary citizen
Students are nominated by their teachers and counselors to participate in the program. Students’ applications are then evaluated by the LTYS committee.
Students accepted into the program will then participate in a photography session designed to highlight their interests and activities. There is no charge for the photography session.
www.ltys.org
Testing Informatio
n
ACT & SAT
ACT
• All take in March of Junior year (free of charge).
• Date – March 1st, 2016
• More info at http://www.actstudent.org/
•
ACT Test Dateswww.actstudent.orgTest Dates Registratio
n Deadline(Late Fee Required)
Sept 12, 2015
Aug 7, 2015
Aug 8 – Aug 21
Oct 24, 2015
Sept 18, 2015
Sept 19 – Oct 2
Dec 12, 2015
Nov 6, 2015
Nov 7 – Nov 20
Feb 6, 2016
Jan 8, 2016
Jan 9 – Jan 15
April 9, 2016
March 4, 2016
March 5 – March 18
June 11, 2016
May 6, 2016
May 7 – May 20
ACT Fee = $39.50ACT w/writing Fee = $56.50 **Fee waivers available for students on free/reduced lunch. See Mrs. Franklin for fee waiver.
ACT Test Preparation
• The best preparation is a solid high school curriculum
• Become familiar with the test content and format
•ACT includes four curriculum-based tests -- English, Math, Reading, and Science
ACT Test Preparation
• Method Test Prep (part of student’s ILP)
• ACT student website www.actstudent.org
• Take practice tests in booklet
• http://www.khanacademy.org/
SAT
• Should take in spring of Junior year.
• 3 areas: Verbal, Writing, and Mathematics
• Required Writing Component
• For more information:• https://sat.collegeboard.org/
home
SAT Test Dates
Test Date Registration Deadline
Late Registration
Oct 3, 2015 Sept 3, 2015 Sept 18
Nov 7, 2015 Oct 9, 2015 Oct 23
Dec 5, 2015 Nov 5, 2015 Nov 20
Jan 23, 2016 Dec 28, 2015
Jan 8
March 5, 2016
Feb 5, 2016 Feb 19
May 7, 2016 April 8, 2016 April 22
June 4, 2016 May 5, 2016 May 20SAT Fee (Oct – Jan) = $54.50 (with essay)SAT Fee (March – June) = $43SAT Subject Test Fee = $26 (registration fee) + $18 per test ($26 for language with listening tests)**Fee waivers available for students on free/reduced lunch. See Mrs. Franklin for fee waiver.
ACT vs. SATWhich test is better for
my student?
• Students with weak vocabulary will be hurt on the critical reading of the SAT.
• Someone who is a good math person will do better on the ACT.
• Students with no trig are slightly hurt on ACT.
ACT vs. SATWhich test is better for
my student?
• Students flustered by charts and data interpretation will be hurt on ACT.
• Students who are not careful readers will be hurt more on the SAT.
• “Good testers” or students who are willing to be coached have an advantage on the SAT.
PSAT/NMSQT
• College-bound 10th & 11th graders
• Measures critical reading, math problem-solving, and writing skills.
• The best preparation for the SAT Test.
• More info at https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10
• The only way for students to enter the
National Merit Scholarship Competition
PSAT
• The test will be given on Wednesday, Oct. 14th
• You must register online at
https://user.totalregistration.net/PSAT/180740
• Registration deadline is Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015
End of Course Assessments
• English 2, Algebra 2, Biology, & US History
• May, 2016• Two 45-minute multiple
choice tests for each subject
• Will count as 20% of yearly grade for class.
On-Demand Writing
• May, 2016– Part A – a stand alone
prompt, consisting of the student selecting one of two writing tasks – 40 minutes
– Part B – a passage based prompt, where the student will read a passage and respond to a prompt – 90 minutes
Short-termPlanning
ACTIVITIES
SPORTSCLUBSVOLUNTEER TIMECOMMUNITY SERVICECHURCH YOUTH
GROUPS
• Students should be keeping an updated resume of all activities, especially awards received or volunteer/community service hours logged.
THE PRE-COLLEGE CURRICULUM
English/Language Arts• 4 credits required: English I, II, III, IV (or AP English)
Mathematics• 3 credits required: Algebra I, Algebra
II, Geometry (or their equivalents). **Class of 2012 and beyond – Math required all 4 years of High School.
Science• 3 credits required: life science (Bio),
physical science (Chem), and earth/space science (Intro to Sci) - at least one lab course
Social Studies• 3 credits required: Survey
(Economics & Geography), World Civilization, & U.S.
History Health & Physical
Education• ½ credit required of each
THE PRE-COLLEGE CURRICULUM
History and Appreciation of Visual, Performing Arts
• 1 credit required of any Fine Arts course
• Foreign Language• 2 credits required or demonstrated
competency Electives• Requirement is 5 credits (3 rigorous)• Recommended strongly: 1 or more
courses develop computer skills
TOTAL CREDITS:22 [17 required credits; 5 elective credits]
Rigorous electives should be in social studies, science, math, English, arts and humanities, foreign language, and above the introductory level in business, marketing, and technology education.
NCAA/NAIA Information
NCAA - DIVISION I & II If you enroll in a Division I or II college and want to participate in athletics or receive an athletics scholarship during your first year, you must register with the Eligibility Center. www.eligibilitycenter.org
NAIA – If you enroll in an NAIA college and want to participate in athletics or receive an athletics scholarship during your first year, you must register with the Eligibility Center. www.playnaia.org
More information will be given at NCAA/NAIA Parent Night Wednesday, November 11th at 6 PM in the EHS Commons
Elizabethtown High School
Early Graduation CertificateBeginning 2014-15
Early Graduation CertificateBeginning 2014-15
Early Graduation Certificate
Awarded by the district and signed by the principal and superintendent, that shall make the recipient eligible for a scholarship award equal to one-half (1/2) of the state portion of the average statewide per pupil guaranteed base funding level, to be used at a Kentucky public two year community or technical college or a Kentucky four year public or non-profit independent institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
DefinitionA student meeting the performance criteria for graduation and doing so in three years or less of high school and before the age of 18.
Graduation RequirementsEarly Graduation is an amendment to 704 KAR 3:305, Minimum Requirements for Graduation. In the amended regulation, Early Graduation is an alternative path to graduation that does not require the 22 minimum credits for graduation.
Criteria• Meet proficiency
benchmarks on KBE required end-of-course exams (ENG II, ALG II, BIOLOGY, US HISTORY)
Meet CPE-ACT defined college readiness benchmarks (English = 18, Reading = 20,
Mathematics = 19)
End of Course Exam
BenchmarksBiology (154)
Freshman YearEng II (154) Sophomore
YearAlg II (148)
Varies*US History (147)
Junior Year
*Follows Alg I and Geometry
ACT ReadinessSchool administered ACT is in
spring of Junior Year.
Early Graduation students should take the ACT prior to the spring of anticipated graduation. Students will be allowed to test during one school sponsored test administration. Additional testing is at the student’s expense.
Incentives - Scholarship
One time scholarship equal to one-half (1/2) of the state portion of the average statewide per pupil guarantee for one year. This award amount is determined in the biennial budget for each fiscal year. For the academic year 2013-2014, the statewide per pupil guarantee was $3827 (half of that would be approximately $1913).
Incentives - Scholarship
• Early Graduation Certificate funds shall be available only during the academic year following graduation.
• The Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) will administer the scholarship; funds will be forwarded directly to the institute of higher education.
KEES – Fourth Year Award
Students must have attended a Kentucky high school for three years to be eligible for the KEES equivalent fourth year award. Otherwise, students are only eligible for KEES for the years they attended a Kentucky high school.
Success Indicators
• GPA – Student has demonstrated high academic potential in rigorous courses.
• Attendance – 95% average attendance rate
• Leadership – Letter of recommendation from a club sponsor or community member
• Discipline – Students should not have excessive behavior issues. This indicator will be reviewed on an individual basis.
Success Indicators
• Thoughtful conversations with families, counselors, and the student have occured
• Student is academic or career goal oriented with a reason for graduating early
• Student is emotionally mature – may be “out of step” with course progression - in order to meet Early Graduation requirements
Early GraduationEarly Graduation is not a “loop hole” or “short cut” to getting a diploma. The four courses required; English II, Algebra II, Biology and US History have been determined as courses that prepare students for college success without remediation. The ACT college readiness exam scores have strong correlations with student success in college. Students who wish to pursue Early Graduation who have not shown academic success in prior coursework or do not indicate the ability to self-regulate or study independently may not be good candidates for the program.
Intent – Intent letter must be
signed within the first 30 days of school.
–Students may withdraw from Early Graduation intentions at any time but must then meet all KY graduation requirements.
Not for Everyone• School Experience
(Senior Events)• Athletic Participation• Programs such as
Governor’s Scholars that occur after Junior Year
• Independent Living Skills• Academic Skills
ECTCSEEK Program
• Securing Educational Excellence in Kentucky (SEEK) students are those individuals who live in a county that has no Area Technology Center and who choose to pursue one of 12 designated technical programs.
• Students attend ECTC during their senior year, during which they fulfill established high school graduation requirements as well as complete college-level technical courses, at no cost for tuition.
• All SEEK students must provide their own transportation.
ECTCSEEK Program
• Requirements:– Be on track to graduate– Have no major discipline
infractions– Have a decent attendance
record– Have at least a 2.5 cumulative
GPA– Be interested in one of the
twelve technical programs– Have the appropriate test
scores for the program you are interested in
ECTC Technical Programs
• Air Conditioning Technology • Automotive Technology • Computer Aided Drafting • Computerized Manufacturing &
Machining • Construction Technology • Culinary Arts • Diesel Technology • Electrical Engineering Technology • Electrical Technology • Industrial Maintenance Technology • Plumbing Technology • Welding Technology
Other College OpportunitiesSenior Year
• WKU Dual-Credit – Fundamentals of Public
Speaking (taught at EHS)– Online classes
• http://www.wku.edu/dualcredit/
– Cost around $250 plus textbook• ECTC Dual-Credit
– College Algebra (taught at EHS)– English 101 & 102 (taught at
EHS)– Cost is $50 per semester plus
textbooks• ECTC Dual-Enrollment
– Students may take classes at ECTC
– Cost is regular tuition rate
College Planning
Consider College
Characteristics
• Majors & educational programs
• Type of school & degrees offered
• Admission policy
• Location & size
• Costs & financial aid
• College affiliation & accreditation
• Campus activities
• Support services
Source: ACT College Planning Guide
Remember, GPA is only ONE factor used for college admission and
scholarship decisions!
Remember, GPA is only ONE factor used for college admission and
scholarship decisions!
Source: ACT College Planning Guide
CampusVisits &
Interviews
List, Compare, and Visit Colleges
• Compile information from several resources:– Internet/Websites–College catalogs,
bulletins, & videos–College representatives
& college fairs–Counselors and
teachers–Parents, students, and
alumni
List, Compare, and Visit Colleges
• Prepare a college comparison checklist
• Weigh advantages & disadvantages
• Contact the office of admission
• Schedule appointments for your campus visits
Source: ACT College Planning Guide
Every campus has a
“personality”.
Every campus has a
“personality”.
Source: ACT College Planning Guide
Checklist for a Campus Visit
• Meet with an Admission Counselor to verify admission requirements
• Meet with a Financial Aid Officer/Scholarship Chairman to determine actual college costs and ask about financial aid opportunities
• Take a campus tour
Checklist for a Campus Visit
• Investigate academic program(s)
• Attend a class• Talk with students and
faculty• Discuss chances for
success:• admission• graduation• placement
Source: ACT College Planning Guide
FinancialAid
Develop a Plan
• Determine college costs
• Investigate ALL possible resources:–Savings–Prepaid Tuition Programs
–Financial aid: scholarships, grants, loans & work-study
Develop a Plan
• Secure necessary forms and note deadlines
• Apply for financial aid as early as possible (cannot file FAFSA until Jan. 1 of senior year)
Source: ACT College Planning Guide
Don’t eliminate any college because of
costs before receiving financial
assistance information!
Don’t eliminate any college because of
costs before receiving financial
assistance information!
Source: ACT College Planning Guide
KEES – KY Educational Excellence Scholarship
• KEES is a scholarship program that rewards students who earn C+ or better grades with scholarship money to attend one of Kentucky’s colleges or Technical schools.
• Students and parents can visit www.kheaa.com to see a complete listing of post-secondary schools that can accept the KEES scholarship and to find more information. Students are encouraged to create an account and check their KEES accounts at the end of each year.
KEES – Base AwardGPA Amount
2.5 $125
2.6 150
2.7 175
2.75 187
2.8 200
2.9 225
3.0 250
3.1 275
3.2 300
3.25 312
3.3 325
3.4 350
3.5 375
3.6 400
3.7 425
3.75 437
3.8 450
3.9 475
4.0 500
KEES – Bonus AwardAct Score Bonus
15 $36
16 71
17 107
18 143
19 179
20 214
21 250
22 286
23 321
24 357
25 393
26 428
27 464
28+ 500
What Does Postsecondary
Education Cost?Budget Items Colleges – Estimated Costs
2-Year Public Private
Tuition & Fees Room & Board Books & Supplies Transportation Miscellaneous Total Budget
Resources
Websites for Information
1. www.collegeboard.com - Information on SAT, online registration, college planning, financial aid
2. www.act.org and/or www.actstudent.org - Information on ACT, online registration, college planning, financial aid
3. www.kheaa.com - Access KEES account, virtual campus tours, financial aid & scholarship information
4. www.campustours.com- Virtual campus tours, choosing a college,
5. www.petersons.com - Information on college choices, scholarships, standardized test prep, etc.
6. www.fastweb.com- Find college financial aid, search for scholarships and get money for college
7. www.fafsa.ed.gov - Electronically submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
8. www.finaid.org - Comprehensive, free financial aid, testing, & college admissions info
9. www.college-scholarships.com - Information on college scholarships and financial aid, free college scholarship search
Websites for Information
10 www.bls.gov/ooh The Occupational Outlook Handbook is an invaluable tool. This site is very user friendly and has lots of information about every career imaginable. There is also labor market trend information.
11.money.cnn.com/tools/collegecost/collegecost.html – A CNN/Money website where students can find the annual cost of any four year college or university.
12. www.knowhow2go.org This site helps students look at what they need to do to prepare for college.
13. www.acinet.org Included on this site is career information, information about the job market in each state, and career videos. The videos are brief but informative.
14. www.vaview.vt.edu There is a wealth of information on this site for all grade levels. There are activities, printable newsletters, and tips for parents, etc.
15. www.tryengineering.org If you have students interested in engineering this site has lots of possibilities.
16. www.ctcl.org Colleges that Change Lives – Based on the book by Loren Pope, CTCL offers a unique perspective on liberal colleges.
17. http://educationusa.state.gov/ For students who are not US citizens and plan to pursue their college education in this country.