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MILLENNIUM BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL
College Prep Club Samantha Thomson & Sarah Jane Gibbons
Friday, February 28th, 2014
Icebreaker
Turn and talk to the someone you haven’t yet met. Ask for:
a-their nameb-their child’s name & gradec-what language they speak at homed-1 concern they have about the college
process
“Parents play a major role in shaping their child’s attitudes, beliefs, and expectations about the value and importance of education.”
DOE Website• http://schools.nyc.gov/Academics/ELL/FamilyResource
s/default.htm1. Arabic2. Bengali3. Chinese4. French5. Haitian Creole6. Korean7. Russian8. Spanish9. Urdu
ELL & FELLS
• What is an ELL? English Language Learner
• What is a FELL? Former English Language Learner
*These students need additional support for English language development.
-NYSITELL (formerly LAB-R)-NYSESLAT
Facts about ELLs
• 41% of NYC public schools students come from a home where a language other than English is spoken.
•ELL students who have become proficient in English (i.e., former ELLs) graduate at a higher rate than students who are a part of the general student population
Millennium Brooklyn High School
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
SUBJECT # of Credits
MATHEMATICS 8
SCIENCE 8
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS 8
SOCIAL STUDIES 8
FOREIGN LANGUAGE 6
ARTS 2
PHYSICAL EDUCATION 5
ELECTIVES 4
ADVISORY 4
RESEARCH 4Credits Required for Graduation: 57
High School Graduation Requirements: EXAMS
Subject Regents Diploma **Advanced Regents Diploma
English English Regents Exam English Regents Exam
Social Studies Global History Regents ExamANDUS History & Gov’t Regents Exam
Global History Regents ExamANDUS History & Gov’t Regents Exam
Math 1 of the following:-Integrated Algebra-Geometry-Algebra 2/Trigonometry
ALL of the following:-Integrated Algebra-Geometry-Algebra 2/Trigonometry
Science 1 of the following:-Living Environment-Earth Science-Chemistry-Physics
Living EnvironmentAND 1 of the following:-Earth Science-Chemistry-Physics
Language Other than English (LOTE)
None LOTE Exam
Why is College Important?
The most common reasons are: (1) Future financial security (2) Career freedom and flexibility (3) Adventure and challenge (4) Meeting new people and making connections
Education Pays~2009 US Census Bureau~
Compare the median annual income against the years someone has spent in school:•Did not finish high school = $18,432•Graduated from high school = $26,776•Completed some college or earned an associate degree = $31,906•Earned a four-year bachelor’s degree = $47,510•Earned an advanced degree = $62,313
What your child needs to do NOW to prepare for college:
1) WORK HARD & STAY FOCUSED Colleges will look at your child’s GPA for the first 3 yrs.
2) TAKE CHALLENGING CLASSES Demanding courses show that your child is prepared for the rigors of college.
3) ENGAGE IN EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Helps your child to learn about communication & civic responsibility; they also help colleges to understand your child’s vision & abilities
4) MAINTAIN HOME LANGUAGE Bilingual skills give your child an edge over students with similar abilities
Strong Work Ethic
1) CREATE A HOME ENVIRONMENT that supports study practices (time management & study skills)2) ENCOURAGE students to form good academic behaviors and turn these into habits 3) DISCUSS the importance of going to college & a plan to get there. 4) MAINTAIN HOME LANGUAGE
What parents can do NOW to help children prepare:
What are colleges looking for?
1) Academic Readiness•Transcript•Senior Grades•Standardized Exams
> SAT> ACT> SAT II Subject Tests
What are colleges looking for?
2) Legal Status•US Citizens/Legal Residents: proof of citizenship•Undocumented Students: process varies by college; ex> in NYS eligible for in-state tuition(See: Hispanic Outlook Scholarship Fund)
What are colleges looking for?
3) Positive Personality Traits & Qualities•Essay•Extracurricular activities -NYC Department of Youth & Community Services
(www.nyc.gov/dycd)
What are colleges looking for?
4) Interest in the College•Visit•Attend an open house•Interview w/ alumni•Meet with a college rep•Befriend the college on Facebook
Timeline for College Planning (17)
Public vs. PrivatePublic: -state taxes > lower tuition for in-state studentsSUNY Binghamton, Brooklyn College
Private: -student tuition & alumni duesNYU, Vassar College
2-year vs. 4-year Programs
2 Year Programs:-Associates Degree-Community Colleges-Lower tuition
4 Year Programs:-Bachelor’s Degree-Small or large college-Higher tuition
CUNY vs. SUNY
CUNY-23 colleges in NYC-low tuition-live @ home
SUNY-64 colleges in NYS-largest in US-2 Yr & 4 Yr Programs
Early Action vs. Early Decision
Early Action -apply by fall deadline (11/1 or 11/15)-hear back during Dec break-may apply to other colleges-Flexibility to weigh FINANCIAL AID packages
Early Decision-apply by fall deadline (11/1 or 11/15)-hear back during Dec break-may NOT apply to other colleges-No guarantee on FINANCIAL AID package you will receive
Researching College
@MBHS:-Student’s Advisor-College Counselor: Sarah Jane Gibbons-Guidance Counselor: Caroline Schwarzkof-College Prep Club
College Selection Process
Tip: Parents should have honest conversations with their children about what they can afford
Financial Aid
Financial Aid= monetary help for meeting costs of college tuition
• Financial aid is offered based on a family’s financial “need”
Financial “need”= Cost of college – Expected Family Contribution
Expected Family Contribution• To determine your EFC, families must complete FAFSA
(Free Application for Student Aid)www.fafsa.ed.gov• Students may also have to complete a College Scholarship
Service Profile Formwww.student.collegeboard.org/css-financial-aid-profile
• Important factors:– Income– Assets– # of ppl in family– Family owns home & cost of home
Different Forms of Financial Aid
1) Scholarships/Grants: $ that is not repaid2) Loans: $ that needs to be repaid3) Work Study Opportunities: Students earn $
by working a job on campus
Sample Letter of Financial Aid
College Prep Club Workshops
March•Wednesday 3/5- Workshop #1 (3:15-5:15 p.m.) Introduction to Program & Workshops•Wednesday 3/12- Workshop #2(6:30 p.m.)SAT vs. ACT - Determining which exam best fits your academic performance•Thursday 3/20- Workshop #3(6:30-8 p.m.) Michael Turner FAFSA Talk @ MBHS•Wednesday 3/26- Workshop #4 (3:15-5:15 p.m.) Financial Aid / Finding & Applying for Scholarships
College Prep Club Workshops
April•Wednesday 4/2- Workshop #5 (3:15-5:15 p.m.) Writing & Editing My Personal Statement•Wednesday 4/4- Workshop #6(TBD) First College Visit •Wednesday 4/9- Workshop #7(3:15-5:15 p.m.) Post-College Visit Discussion
College Prep Club Workshops
May•Wednesday 5/7- Workshop #8 (3:15-5:15 p.m.) Completing the Common Application & College Interviews•Friday 5/16- Workshop #9(TBD) Second College Visit & Mock College Interviews•Wednesday 5/21: Workshop #10 (3:15-5:15 p.m.) Post-College Visit Discussion/Summer Programs & Internships
