JUNIOR COLLEGE JUNIOR COLLEGE INFORMATIONINFORMATION

ON YOUR MARK !ON YOUR MARK !

GET SET !GET SET !

GO !GO !

Tonight’s Lineup Mr. Petruccio: Opening Remarks,

PSAT,SAT, SAT II, SAT Prep, College Planning

Mr. Paul: Recruitment Mr. Giovannetti: Naviance Program Mr. Dillon: Military Choices & Benefits of a

Liberal Arts Education Mr. Petruccio: St. John’s Advantage

Program & The Dayton Trip

Partnership for Success

Working with the Guidance Department Student: 1% vs 99% Teachable Moment Parent: Support Team Finding a college is like buying a house. Counselors: Objective Component College Placement Survey Book

– Boston College 97.05% 1580 (Waitlisted)– Georgetown 96.81% 1520 (Waitlisted)

Myth Busters

The Value of the SAT Exam The Chaminade Advantage Feeder Schools for the Ivy Leagues Big Fish in a Small Pond The Intangibles This is not a Logical and Fair

Process

This is a Numbers Game!

Supply and Demand Recruit to Reject Always be Selling Never Turn Away a Prospective

Customer $70 X 35,000 applications= $2.45 Million

Ivy League Reality

Appx. 37,100 H.S. in the United States Valedictorian and Salutatorian in each school=

74,200 students. Total # of seats in the Freshman Class for all 8

schools= 13,623 40% of the seats are set aside for Special Cases.

20% Athletics, 20% Legacy, Minority Candidates, Donors and VIP.

Remaining seats open for everyone else= 8,174

HYPE SELLSHYPE SELLS

How Much Does Hype Cost?

Youth Leadership Conference on Medicine

Presidential Youth Leadership Conference

Congressional Youth Leadership Conference

Publishers Clearing House $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

Prioritizing the Process1. Deciding a Strategy: House Buying Analogy

1. Best School2. Best Program3. Best Bargain4. Compromise Choice5. Distance= +$$$

2. Junior Grades3. Clubs and Activities4. Visiting the Colleges over the next 5 months.5. Mid 50% Myth.6. Types of Colleges: Size, Location, Affiliation and

Academic Challenge. Visit an assortment of schools.7. Guidance Department Assessment8. SAT Scores

PSATPSAT OCTOBER 2013- 396OCTOBER 2013- 396 JUNIORSJUNIORS AVERAGE SCORES FOR A CHAMINADE AVERAGE SCORES FOR A CHAMINADE

STUDENT:STUDENT: CRITICAL READING CRITICAL READING 57.557.5 MATH MATH 57.357.3 WRITING SKILLS WRITING SKILLS 5656 This translates to 1710 out of 2400This translates to 1710 out of 2400 NATIONAL MEAN:NATIONAL MEAN: CRITICAL READING CRITICAL READING 4848 MATH MATH 4848 WRITING SKILLS WRITING SKILLS 4646 This translates to 1420 out of 2400This translates to 1420 out of 2400

WHAT DOES IT MEAN??WHAT DOES IT MEAN?? ELIGIBILITY FOR MERIT SCHOLARSHIPELIGIBILITY FOR MERIT SCHOLARSHIP

100-150 point increase on the 1600 scale from PSAT to best 100-150 point increase on the 1600 scale from PSAT to best SAT.SAT.

PRACTICEPRACTICE

HELPS BUILD TESTING STRATEGIESHELPS BUILD TESTING STRATEGIES

OPPORTUNITY TO SEE THEIR MISTAKESOPPORTUNITY TO SEE THEIR MISTAKES

LOOSELY COMPARED TO THE SATLOOSELY COMPARED TO THE SAT

THEY ARE THEY ARE NOTNOT USED FOR COLLEGE ADMISSIONS USED FOR COLLEGE ADMISSIONS

WHAT ABOUT THAT SAT?WHAT ABOUT THAT SAT?

SAT I is 3 hours 45 minutesSAT I is 3 hours 45 minutes Primarily multiple choicePrimarily multiple choice Three part examThree part exam Critical ReadingCritical Reading

MathMathWriting SkillsWriting Skills

SAT FACT SHEETSAT FACT SHEET Scores range from 200-800 for each part.Scores range from 200-800 for each part. Perfect Score is now 2400.Perfect Score is now 2400. Our recommendation is that you take the Our recommendation is that you take the

test twice. (A third time if necessary is test twice. (A third time if necessary is fine)fine)

May and October/NovemberMay and October/NovemberIf necessary you can also take it If necessary you can also take it in Decemberin December

SAT MYTHS The sooner you begin the better you will

ultimately score. There is a guaranteed score progression

leading to your best score on the last submission.

The best way to ease test anxiety is to hype the test earlier and more often.

Our data indicates that students perform better in the Fall of their senior year.

SAT REGISTRATIONSAT REGISTRATION Unlike the PSAT, you must register Unlike the PSAT, you must register

individually for the SAT.individually for the SAT. Register on-line at Register on-line at

Collegeboard.comCollegeboard.com May 4May 4thth Test Date Test Date April 5April 5thth Deadline Deadline Cost: $50Cost: $50

SAT Subject TestsSAT Subject Tests

LiteratureLiterature American HistoryAmerican History World HistoryWorld History Mathematics Level 1CMathematics Level 1C Mathematics Level 2CMathematics Level 2C Biology E/MBiology E/M ChemistryChemistry French French GermanGerman SpanishSpanish

Cost: $23 per test

SAT Subject Tests SAT Subject Tests RECOMMENDATIONSRECOMMENDATIONS

Check with the colleges you are interested in.Check with the colleges you are interested in. Our recommendation is, if your schools require them, Our recommendation is, if your schools require them,

then you should take 3 SAT II Tests.then you should take 3 SAT II Tests. You can take up to 3 SAT II on the same day.You can take up to 3 SAT II on the same day. December of Senior year is usually the best time to December of Senior year is usually the best time to

take them. Except for Biology, Chemistry and World take them. Except for Biology, Chemistry and World History.History.

They are used predominantly for PLACEMENT NOT They are used predominantly for PLACEMENT NOT ADMISSION.ADMISSION.

Most colleges do not require SAT Most colleges do not require SAT Subject TestsSubject Tests

ACT TEST

The ACT Test is not easier. Some students like the format better than the SAT exam.

In most cases it can substitute for SAT and SAT II requirements.

There are 2 versions of the test.– ACT (No Writing) $35.00– ACT Plus Writing $50.50– National Average Composite Score was 21.1

ACT

Subject areas covered: English, math, reading, science and writing (optional).

ACT scores are accepted at all colleges and universities.

Test questions are divided as follows: English 75 Questions Math 60 Questions Reading 40 Questions Science 40 Questions

ACT Dates

February 9th (Register by January 11th)

April 13th (Register by March 8th)

June 8th (Register by May 3rd)

ACT is a viable option for a student who feels that the SAT is not representative of his ability.

SAT vs ACT ComparisonACT SAT 1600 SAT

2400

36 1600 2400

37 1560-1590 2340

38 1510-1550 2260

39 1460-1500 2190

40 1410-1450 2130

41 1360-1400 2040

42 1320-1350 1980

43 1280-1310 1920

28 1240-1270 1860

SAT PREP COURSESSAT PREP COURSES

1.1.CONFIDENCECONFIDENCE

1.1.COSTCOST

1.1.CAUTIONCAUTION

SELF-PROFILESELF-PROFILE

1.1. GRADESGRADES

2.2. SAT SCORESSAT SCORES

3.3. ACTIVITIES (In & Out of School)ACTIVITIES (In & Out of School)

4.4. Work ExperienceWork Experience

5.5. Personal DimensionPersonal Dimension

6.6. Community ServiceCommunity Service

PROFILEPROFILE TYPESTYPES THE COASTER: High PSAT scores with average to low THE COASTER: High PSAT scores with average to low

grades.grades.

THE DREAMER: Thinks he can put it together at the last THE DREAMER: Thinks he can put it together at the last minute. That it just magically falls into place in some act of minute. That it just magically falls into place in some act of divine intervention.divine intervention.

THE SLEEPER: Low grades, low PSAT…. Doesn’t know what THE SLEEPER: Low grades, low PSAT…. Doesn’t know what end is up and better yet, doesn’t care.end is up and better yet, doesn’t care.

THE WORKER: Organized, focused and ready to begin the THE WORKER: Organized, focused and ready to begin the process.* 1%process.* 1%

LIST OFLIST OF EXCUSESEXCUSES ““I’m not doing that bad.”I’m not doing that bad.” ““I have plenty of time to worry about that.”I have plenty of time to worry about that.” ““I’m too busy with sports, school, girls, I’m too busy with sports, school, girls,

whatever.”whatever.” ““If I do it your way I will have no life.”If I do it your way I will have no life.” ““I’m doing as well as half the class.”I’m doing as well as half the class.” ““I’m trying but it’s too hard.”I’m trying but it’s too hard.” ““Well, this is just the way I am.”Well, this is just the way I am.” Don’t worry an 85 at Chaminade is the same as Don’t worry an 85 at Chaminade is the same as

a 95 at my public school.a 95 at my public school.

Attitude+Action= Positive Results

The one thing you have learned from your Christian Humanism class is that you are ultimately responsible for your attitude and the choice of action you make in a given circumstance. Your ability is not in question. What is in question is whether or not you possess the maturity necessary to make the proper changes in order to be successful in this process. Only you know the answer to this question.

Athletic Recruitment for College

Mr. Robert Paul

Athletic Recruiting Scholarship Level (Division 1 and

Division 2 Non-Scholarship (Division 3) Definition of an Athletic Scholarship Fully Funded Sports Know your Level

–Commitment, Competition

Athletic Recruiting Being Recruited vs. Wanting to Be Recruited Official Visit vs. Unofficial Visit Know the Rules Be Organized

Athletic Recruiting Websites to Look Over:

NCAA Website–www.ncaa.org

–Eligibility Websitewww.eligibilitycenter.org

a brief overview

Wide-ranging education: biology to history to English composition to art history

Thinking, judging, evaluating

Rooted in learning, not just absorbing facts

Problem-solving and analysis skills

Devoting the most formidable years of your life to be educated

Learn a variety of disciplines, communicate, think creatively, organize

Challenge to you, the Junior Class: Take your intellectual life seriously; it is your greatest gift and greatest talent.

Most endeavors really require more knowledge than that of one field.

You may switch careers after graduation

Diversified background needed to handle complex issues in a dynamic environment

US Naval Academy in Annapolis

US Military Academy at West Point

US Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs

US Coast Guard Academy in Connecticut

US Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point

Payment is made through military service.

Superb general and technical education

Unsurpassed leadership training

The student is commissioned and must

serve for a set time period

Highly-competitive

Searching for a well-rounded student with integrity, intelligence, and motivation

Application process starts in the spring of

this year

nomination: application made to senators, representatives, and/or Vice President. A nomination from one source is required to be offered admission.

appointment: a conditional offer of acceptance is offered pending successful completion of all other requirements.

Go to the academy’s website

Pre-candidate questionnaire

Interviews, physical aptitude test, and a medical exam

Note: the Coast Guard Academy does not use the nomination process.

Scholarships awarded annually Civilian college enrollment Train on breaks and in the summer. Obligated to military service Commissioned as an officer Your son should plan on meeting with

me.

Marianist College Visit

The University of Dayton will be hosting a group of Chaminade and Kellenberg students from July 31st thru August 2nd

Availability is limited. Cost for the student is $125

– Hotel Accomodations for two nights– Four meals– Transportation by coach bus– Chaminade and Kellenberg staff moderators

St. John’s UniversityAdvantage Program

For the first time this program is being offered to juniors.

Starting in the Spring semester 2013, juniors will be able to register for a Math course and or a History course.

These present Chaminade courses are approved for college credits.

In total a student can acquire 18 college credits over the course of his junior and senior year.

Advantage Program

Registration forms The final date for registration is January 21st

Each 3 credit course costs $250.00 The Guidance Department has a list of

schools that accept the credits.