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Professional School Counseling Department Mission Statement
The mission of our Counseling Department is to help all students achieve personally/socially, academically and vocationally in order to be productive citizens in a global society. This is a four-year approach and is a collaborative effort that includes the support of students, parents, faculty and staff, central office and community stakeholders.
Professional School CounselingDepartment Goals
To provide comprehensive programs to meet the needs of students and their families.
To eliminate unnecessary barriers for students to maximize their full potentials.
To use result-based data to deliver quality counseling service.
To utilize community resources/referrals when needed.
To provide flexible time for students to conference with a counselor.
To employ preventive measures to assist students.
Who is your school counselor?
2011-12 School YearFreshmen Dr. MosesRetained Freshmen Mrs. Bullock (Dept.
Chair)Sophomores Mr. ChungJuniors Ms. MedleySeniors Dr. Jackson
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO HAVE A SUCCESSFUL SENIOR YEAR?
HOW DO I PUT MY POST-SECONDARY PLAN INTO ACTION?
Essential Questions
Discussion Topics
High School Graduation RequirementsSenior course selectionPost-secondary optionsAdmissions requirements versus graduation
requirementsSAT/ACT/COMPASS/ASVABGraduation tests and EOCT’sCollege admissions processFinancial aid resources (HOPE)
2012 Graduation Requirementsfor students entering 9th grade in 2009
SUBJECT CREDITS REQUIRED REQUIRED COURSES
English 4 9th Lit American Lit Plus 2 more English courses
Math 4 Math 1 & Math II or GPS Alg. & GPS Geo. or Acc. Math I & IIPlus2 additional math credits
Science 4 BiologyPhysical Science or PhysicsChemistry, Earth Science, or Environmental SciencePlus 4th science course
Social Studies 3 US History World HistoryGovernment / Economics
Career TechLanguages and/orFine Art
3 Note: 2 credits of the same language are required for entrance into a college or university.
Health and PE .5.5
Health ½Personal Fitness ½
Electives 4
TOTAL 23
Which credits do I need to be promoted to a Senior
Complete the requirements for promotion to 11th grade 10 units including two full units each of state
required or core coursework in mathematics, science, and English.
Complete 16 credits
GHSGT Tests and EOCT’s
Juniors must pass the Georgia HS writing test. September 27, 2011 Make up-Feb. 29, 2012
Juniors who started ninth grade in 2009 must pass one EOCT in each of the four content areas or pass the corresponding subject test of the GHSGT.
Testing dates: English March 19, 2012 Math March 20, 2012 Science March 21, 2012 Social Studies March 22, 2012
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Let’s talk about…..
Post-graduation plans Post-secondary optionsAdmissions requirements versus graduation
requirementsSAT/ACT/COMPASS/ASVABCollege admissions processFinancial aid resources (HOPE)
•ON-THE-JOB TRAINING•MILITARY•TECHNICAL SCHOOL•2-YEAR COLLEGE•4-YEAR COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY
Post-secondary opportunities
What do I need to Know?
What’s my path after high school? What are the requirements to get there?What tests do I need to take?How do I pay for it?
Post-secondary opportunities
• On-the-job training• Military• Technical school• 2-year college• 4-year college/university
Graduation vs. Admissions Requirements
Graduation (minimum)Determined by
Georgia Department of Education
Tracked by you, your teachers, and your school counselor
Needed before you earn a diploma – you get it, you graduate
Must pass all the GHSGT or equivalent EOCT.
Admissions (above & beyond)
Determined by the individual college
Tracked by you – it is your responsibility to find out what the school wants
Needed before you can be admitted – no guarantees for admissions
Must take SAT or ACT or COMPASS
What test works for me?
ACT www.act.org
5 sections (math, English, science, reading and writing)
No penalty for guessing
36 maximum scoreAchievement test
SAT www.collegeboard.org
3 sections (math, reading, and writing)
Points deducted for incorrect answers
2400 maximum scoreAptitude test
Most colleges will accept either test. These tests are only required for admissions to four year colleges.
Students can take both.Students are responsible to register for all tests.
ACT and SAT DATES
www.act.orgSept. 10, 2011Oct. 22, 2011Dec. 10, 2011Feb. 11, 2012April 14, 2012June 9, 2012
Fee: 49.50Late Fee: 70.50
www.collegeboard.orgOct. 1, 2011Nov. 5, 2011Dec. 3, 2011Jan. 28, 2012March 10, 2012May 5, 2012June 2, 2012
Fee: 49.00Late Fee: 75.00
South Cobb
School Code:
110305
Other tests you may need
COMPASS – Placement exam required for entrance to two year and technical colleges
ASVAB – Aptitude exam required for entrance into the military that determines your eligibility for military jobs
Everyone who wants to walk at graduation must earn a high school diploma. This means they must pass one EOCT in
each of the four content areas or pass the corresponding
subject test of the GHSGT and pass the GHSWT.
How do I get to college?
Make a list of potential schoolsCompare your profile to the school’s
freshman profileReview each school’s application:
Online application (preferred) Transcript Application fee Recommendations (if needed)
Counselor Recommendation (or school evaluation) Teacher Recommendation (letter or form)
Know your applicatio
n deadlines!
•GRANTS & SCHOLARSHIPS
– Do not have to be repaid– Based on specific requirements
•LOANS
– Need to be repaid after college•WORK-STUDY PROGRAMS
– Student has a job on campus– Money earned helps pay for college
FINANCIAL AIDE NIGHT
Ways I can pay for college…
Is there HOPE for me? Changing information
Scholarship3.0 Core GPA NeededTwo year or four year
degreeMust graduate from a
GA high schoolMust be a GA
resident for at least one year
Covers a percentage of tuition.
GrantNo GPA requirementTechnical certificate or
diplomaMust have a high
school diploma or GEDMust be a GA resident
for at least one yearCovers a percentage
of tuition and some fees
Apply for HOPE through FAFSA after January 1 of your senior year.
Is there HOPE for me?
Zell Miller Scholarship3.7 Core GPA Required1200 SAT Math and Reading/Verbal or 26
ACTTwo year or four year degreeMust graduate from a Georgia High SchoolCovers full tuition
Nuts and bolts of finding moneyWhere do I find money?My school counselor
and career centerGACollege411Websites such as
fastwebMy employer or my
parent’s employerMy college’s financial
aid officeCommunity resources
How do I get the money?
Apply early and often – scholarships have deadlines too!
Put together a resume and prepare a personal statement so you will be ready to apply
Complete the FAFSA as soon as possible after January 1 of senior year!
Websites to bookmark
cobbk12.org/southcobb/ Click on the counseling link
GAcollege411.org Careercruising.com
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