Junior Information

A presentation brought to you by the Cuero High School Counseling Department

Cuero High School Counselors

Stacey Porter A-F

Sophia Shelton G-M Cindy Bammert N-Z

Graduation Plans

• Recommended High School Program (26 credits including CISD requirements of a technology, speech and health course)

• Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP) (26 credits including 3 foreign language credits, 4 advanced measures over RHSP)

• Foundation Graduation Plan

Rank and GPA

• Honor Graduates – Cum Laude- 3.5-3.79 – Magna Cum Laude- 3.8-3.99 – Summa Cum Laude- 4.0 or higher – Junior/Senior Ranking

• Early Admission- 6 semester transcript • Regular Admission- 6 or 7 semester transcript • Final Transcript- 8 semester transcript

Admission Exams CHS Code 441-660

SAT

• October 3, 2015 • November 7, 2015 • December 5, 2015 • January 23, 2016 • March 5, 2016 • May 7, 2016 • June 4, 2016 • Cost $54.50

ACT

• October 24, 2015 • December 12, 2015 • February 6, 2016 • April 9, 2016 • June 11, 2016 • Cost $56.50

PSAT • Test Date for all Juniors is October 14, 2015 • Practice test booklet is included • Answer key is also included • Testing tips are provided • NEW FORMAT: real world math problems,

modern vocabulary and no deductions for wrong answers

Testing Dates

EOC Testing Dates

December 7th English I December 8th Algebra I December 9th English II

December 10th US History December 11th Biology

Texas Success Initiative (TSI)

• Assessment/Exemptions • SAT 500 Verbal 500 Math and 1070

Composite • ACT 19 on Eng 19 Math and 23

Composite -Victoria College(dual credit exemptions) TSI Dates TBA

$30.00

HELPFUL HINTS IN CHOOSING A COLLEGE

• Students are allowed 2 days for college visits • Listen to announcements for tours and reps on campus • Consider actual cost of tuition, housing, & meal plans • Contact an Enrolled Student • Get Answers to Key Questions • Trust Your Instincts • Check and Stick to Deadlines • Visit with College reps in the Fall • College Night at Victoria College November 19, 2015

ADMISSION PROCESS

• www.CommonApp.org • www.ApplyTexas.org • Essays • Application Fees

• Submit Test Scores directly from ACT and SAT • Deadline Dates • Submit Official Transcript • Optional Scholarship Section

EARLY ADMISSION

• Early Decision (Binding) / Early Action (end of November) Larger, competitive schools admit a percentage of their freshman class early and scholarships are generally tied to these early applications. In order to apply early you will need to have:

• A completed application (including essays) • A transcript from the 6th Semester • SAT or ACT scores

FINANCIAL AID

• Access a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Pin Number

• Dual Credit Scholarships • Complete the FAFSA as soon as your parents

have completed their tax information (ASAP) during your senior year. We recommend applying by March 15th

File electronically at www.fafsa.ed.gov (FAFSA) List the 1-6 colleges you like, so they can receive the results when your FAFSA is processed.

FINANCIAL AID GRANTS •Federal Pell Grants •Texas Grant—who can compete? Any student who: Graduated from a Texas public high school and enroll in a pubic college/university Graduated on the distinguished or recommended plan. Apply by submitting the FAFSA LOANS •Stafford/subsidized and unsubsidized-student loan FAFSA required •Parent loans FAFSA required

TOP 10%

• Ranked in the top 10% of graduating class • Guaranteed college admission in state

supported colleges and universities • Automatic Admission for the UT Austin 8% for

the Class of 2016 and top 7% for the Class of 2017.

What does it take to get a scholarship?

• Class Rank/GPA • Competitive ACT/SAT Scores • Resume • Letters of recommendation • Know deadlines

RESUMES • Resumes are important for all students to develop • Resumes showcase your activities and involvement

during your high school • Resumes should include things such as:

School Activities Honors/Awards Volunteer Work/Part-time job Community/Church Activity Unique Experiences – Resume items are not included on your transcript. – Resumes should be updated regularly throughout your high

school years and/or working career.

Where can I find Scholarships? • Cuero High School Counseling office • Parent and Student E-mail • Employers • Church • Specific College Websites • Local Clubs and Organizations • Announcements • Internet—Apply Texas, Fastweb • Libraries and Book Stores • Athletic Scholarship -NCAA Clearing House (www.NCAA.org)

Additional requirements for Athletic Scholarships

• All Athletes must: – Register with the NCAA Clearing House – send

transcript – Pay Fee – Send SAT or ACT scores directly from College

Board / SAT and ACT – Send transcript from Cuero High School

Reminders

• Maintain high academic standards all year. • Keep up with your attendance. You are only allowed 8 absences 1st

semester and 9 absences 2nd semester. After 7 absences students may not be eligible to attend student activities.

• Pay your fines. Diplomas will not be issued until these are paid. • Check with your counselor to be sure you have the courses necessary for

graduation and/or college entrance.

More Reminders

• Apply early, meet all deadlines, especially with SAT/ACT, college and scholarship applications.

• The SAT or ACT should only be taken if you are planning to enter a 4-year college immediately after high school graduation. The SAT/ACT does not need to be taken if you are planning to attend a community college after graduation, even if you plan to transfer to a 4-year college from a 2-year college.

• Have SAT and ACT scores sent to the 4-year colleges/universities you are applying to for admission. If applying to NCAA, have SAT/ACT scores sent to NCAA clearinghouse.

• Talk with armed service representatives. Get all promises in writing. Apply for employment opportunities early.

• Use resources collected at College Night at Victoria College. • TSI test

CLASS OF 2017

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