The College Search. Westerville South High School Guidance Department September 7, 2016

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1 The College Search Westerville South High School Guidance Department September 7, 2016

2 Student Services (Guidance) Tammy Hanby A-Di Jennifer Stovall Do-Kh Laura Elliott Ki-Re Charles Runyan Rh-Z Noelle Spriestersbach Student Assistance Dr. Renee Lake School Psychologist

3 Graduation Requirements Curriculum Requirements English 4 Credits Mathematics 4 Credits Science 3 Credits Social Studies 3 Credits Health 1/2 Credit Physical Education 1/2 Credit Visual/Performing Arts 1 Credit Electives 4 Credits If making up a course outside of WCS, a Credit Flex Application must be completed:

4 Graduation Requirements College Prep Requirements English 4 Credits Mathematics 4 Credits Science 4 Credits Social Studies 4 Credits Foreign Language 2 to 3 Credits Health 1/2 Credit Physical Education 1/2 Credit Visual/Performing Arts 1 Credit

5 Graduation Requirements Class of 2017 Testing Requirements Pass all 5 sections of the Ohio Graduation Test (OGT) Class of 2018 Testing Requirements 18 points on state tests College readiness score on ACT or SAT Industry certification and a work-readiness score on WorkKeys

6 Upcoming Fall Events College Exploration Session: University Honors Colleges & Programs Wednesday, September 14 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the I-Studio WCS Financial Aid Night Wednesday, September 21 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Westerville North HS Columbus Suburban College Fair Sunday, September 25 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at Otterbein University College Exploration Session: Choosing a Major Monday, October 3 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the I-Studio Learning Disability College Fair Tuesday, October 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Gahanna-Lincoln HS (Cafeteria)

7 Upcoming Fall Events College Exploration Session: Military Options Tuesday, October 18 from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Auditorium PSAT for Sophomores and Juniors (Cost: $16) Wednesday, October 19 from 7:25 to 10:30 a.m. at South HS College Exploration Session: How to be a Savvy Consumer of Higher Education Tuesday, November 15 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the I-Studio Community Scholarship Night Wednesday, December 14 from 6:30-7:30pm at South HS (Auditorium)

8 Westerville South College Essay Writing Workshops Tuesday, September 13, 2016 Monday, September 19, 2016 Wednesday, September 28, 2016 All workshops will be held after school from 2:15-3:00 p.m. in the I-Studio.

9 Westerville South College Application Workshops Monday, October 3, 2016 Tuesday, October 11, 2016 Wednesday, October 19, 2016 Thursday, October 27, 2016 Monday, October 31, 2016 All workshops will be held after school from 2:15-3:00 p.m. in the I-Studio.

10 Westerville South College Bus Trips Friday, October 7 University of Akron Criteria: 2.5 cumulative GPA or higher and a 16 or higher on the ACT. Wednesday, October 26 University of Kentucky Criteria: 2.75 cumulative GPA and preference given to students of color, first generation college students and students on free/reduced lunch. Thursday, November 10 Denison University Criteria: 3.3 cumulative GPA To apply:

11 The College Search Process Self-assessment is key. Gaining acceptance to a specific school is NOT. Reflect on your values, expectations and interests THEN search schools that meet your criteria. You should not change for a college! The goal is to find a college where you will thrive and be the best student you can be.

12 The College Search Process What is important to YOU and your family? Location Academics Size Campus Appeal Social Life Cost and Aid

13 Naviance Family Connection Naviance Family Connection is a college and career planning portal for students and families to prepare for postsecondary opportunities and for counselors and teachers to support the college application process. Naviance Family Connection is used for: College research College exploration Transcript submission Scholarship searching Self-discovery assessments Goal setting **Students logon to Naviance with their student ID number and the password they use to get onto school computers.

14 College Exploration

15 College Exploration

16 College Exploration

17 Naviance Family Connection

18 College Rep Visits

19 College Rep Visits

20 General College Search Apply to 4-5 colleges Have realistic options Always have a Ohio, public school backup Don t get caught up in your friends search Communication is key, especially between parents and students Keep an open mind Do your research

21 The College Application Process Naviance Family Connection & edocs

22 The College Application Process: edocs edocs allows counselors to electronically submit all school documents required for college applications. Documents that will be sent via edocs include: Common Application reports Letters of Recommendation from school personnel Transcripts - initial, mid-year and final School profile

23 The College Application Process: Step 1 Create an Account on Common Application or College s Website If Common Application, add colleges you are applying to via the Common Application and then add your high school information under the Education section of the Common Application. Click on My Colleges (on the sidebar), and the Recommenders and FERPA agreement appears. The FERPA agreement MUST be completed in order to request transcripts electronically. Login to Naviance Family Connection Under the Colleges Tab and then Colleges I m Applying To, complete the Common Application Match using the same you used to register with Common Application.

24 Common Application: FERPA Agreement

25 Common Application: FERPA Agreement

26 Naviance: Common Application Matching (FERPA)

27 Naviance: Common Application Matching (FERPA)

28 The College Application Process: Step 2 Add colleges to Colleges I m Applying To under the Colleges Tab in Naviance Family Connection. Click on +add to this list Add each college you plan to apply to

29 The College Application Process: Step 3 Ask 2-3 teachers in person for letters of recommendation Always allow at least 2 weeks for teachers to complete their letters Once the teacher says yes, officially request through Naviance Family Connection Click on the Colleges Tab, then Colleges I m Applying To Scroll down to Teacher Recommendations Click add/cancel request To add a new request, click on the drop-down list, choose the teacher from the list then click submit request Your teacher request must be done before you request your transcript

30 Naviance: Teacher Recommendation Requests

31 The College Application Process: Step 4 Complete an online application for admission If Common Application, complete any additional Supplements required by colleges Make sure you complete the process by paying (or requesting a fee waiver), then hit SUBMIT. If Common Application, check for green box on the top of the application to ensure your application has been submitted. Under My Applications on Naviance Family Connection, click on Have you Applied? under the My Applications header Answer all the questions you can. Come back here after you hear back and update.

32 The College Application Process: Step 4 ACT and SAT Scores are included on Westerville City Schools transcripts; HOWEVER, some colleges want ACT/SAT scores sent directly from the testing agencies. Colleges in Ohio that must receive scores directly from the testing agencies include: Case Western Reserve University University of Cincinnati Columbus State Community College Miami University The Ohio State University

33 The College Application Process: Step 5 Your applications and teacher recommendation requests should be completed before requesting your transcript. Submit a completed Transcript Request Form (need to create a new one if we only send transcripts online?) to the Guidance Office then enter your request in Naviance at least two weeks before the college s deadline. If a college has a November 1 deadline, you must request your transcript no later than October 15. If a college has a November 15 deadline, you must request your transcript no later than October 31. Under My Applications, click on Have you Applied? under the My Applications header Answer all the questions you can. Come back here after you hear back and update.

34 Naviance: Requesting Transcripts

35 Naviance: Updating Application Status

36 Naviance: Transcript & Application Submitted Once your counselor sends your transcript through edocs, the requested under the Transcript header will change to sent and the Office Status header will change to Initial Materials Submitted.

37 Scholarship Opportunities Unions, church groups, cultural groups, fraternities/sororities College Scholarships-This is where the majority of scholarships come from. Please pay close attention to application deadlines and procedures. Check Naviance: Any scholarship information (national and state) that is filtered through the counseling department will be listed on Naviance. Check weekly for updates. Community Scholarships (Westerville): WCS will be hosting a Community Scholarship Information Night on Wednesday, December South from 6:30-7:30pm. It is imperative that you attend as a thorough explanation of the application process will be reviewed. Deadline for all applications will be at 3pm on Friday, January 13th.

38 Typical Deadlines Aug. 01- Applications available October 1 FAFSA opens (use 2015 tax information at Oct. 01 to Nov. 15 Early decision/early action deadline Nov. 01 Ohio State s scholarship deadline Dec. 01 Priority scholarship deadline in Ohio Jan. 01 Deadline for Ivy League and highly selective March 01 to March 31 Financial aid packages mailed May 01 National candidates reply date **Financial Aid has changed this year. Please make sure to check the FAFSA priority deadline for all colleges where your child is applying.

39 Questions? School Counselors (614) Tammy Hanby Jennifer Stovall Laura Elliott Charles Runyan tudent Assistance Coordinator S Noelle Spriestersbach spriestn@wcsoh.org Connecting students to Additional Supports and Resources: Stress management Mental health support Crisis support Time management & study resources Wellness & life balance skills Connecting students with necessities (food, hygiene products, books, clothes, etc.)

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