SSOE Senior Parent Information Night for Post-Secondary Planning

WELCOME!!

September 13, 2011

6:30 p.m.

Southern High School Media Center

Introductions

Ms. Darneise Massey, Principal

Ms. Gwen D. Roulhac, School Counselor

SSOE Families

Three Courses of Study, One Diploma

NC High School Diploma

College/University Prep Course of Study

College Tech PrepCourse of Study

Career PrepCourse of Study

Required Courses Common to All Courses of Study

English I, II, III, IV World History, Civics &

Economics, US History Earth/Environmental

Science, Biology, Physical Science course (Physics or Chemistry or Physical Science)

Health/PE

Differences Among Required Courses for each Course of Study

College/University Prep

College Tech Prep Career Prep

Math 4 credits: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 and higher level math course

3 credits: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 OR Algebra 1, Tech Math 1 & 2

3 credits, one of which must be Algebra 1

Foreign Language 2 credits of same language

Not required Not required

Career/Arts Pathway

Not required but recommended

*at SSOE, students must complete an Engineering pathway that consists of 4 credits, one of which must be advanced level

4 credits of same pathway, one of which must be advanced level

4 credits of same pathway, one of which must be advanced level

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Student Information

Check to make sure all information is correct:

Spelling of nameAddressPhone numberDate of birth, etc.

Credit History

Grade 10

Quality Points Cr

Wtd Unwtd

Geometry 93 3.6250 3.6250 1.0

Hn English II 89 4.1250 3.1250 1.0

AP Chemistry 78 3.7500 1.7500 1.0

Performance Information

Cumulative GPA Weighted: 4.3177

Cumulative GPA Unweighted: 3.4427

Class Rank: 3 of 50

Total Points Weighted: 103.3250

Total Points Unweighted: 82.6250

Total Credits: Earned 24 Potential 24

Testing Information

End of Course

English I

Algebra I

Biology

Civics & Economics

US History

Also Included

Immunization Information

Attendance Information

Not Included

Awards / Achievements & Extra-Curricular Activities

Curriculum-Related Work Experience

SAT/ACT Scores

College Application Deadlines

Colleges offer various opportunities to apply. Each has advantages and disadvantages. Be informed to make the best decision for you and your child.

Early DecisionEarly ActionRegular Admission

Early Decision

Students apply early decision to 1 college; acceptance is binding.

Application deadlines: November 1-15Students are usually notified in December.Students who are denied cannot reapply

for regular admission.Students waive the opportunity of

comparing scholarship packages.

Early Action

Students apply early to multiple colleges. Acceptance is non-binding.

Application deadlines: November 1-15Students are notified December-January.Students can compare scholarship

packages for different colleges.

Regular Admission

Students apply to colleges by the regular deadline.

Application deadlines vary, usually January-March. Check college admissions websites for details.

Students are notified in March/April.

What SSOE Sends

Transcripts School ProfileCounselor’s Statement /

Secondary School Report (if applicable)

Transcript RequestTranscript Request Forms are located in

the Main Office, on the table outside Ms. Roulhac’s office and online.

Complete Transcript Request FormAttach Counselor’s Statement / Secondary

School Report (if applicable)Transcript only – mailed within 24 hoursTranscript + Counselor’s Statement/Letter

of Recommendation – allow 3 weeks

What Student Sends

Completed Application

Application Fee or Fee Waiver

SAT/ACT Scores

SAT, SAT Subject Tests and ACT

SATThree sections: Critical Reading, Math,

WritingRegister online at

www.sat.collegeboard.com or pick up a paper registration form in the Main Office.

Fee is $49.

SAT, SAT Subject Tests and ACT

SAT Subject Tests You may take up to three subject tests in one day. Each test is a 1-hour multiple choice test. Some colleges require as many as three subject

tests; other colleges recommend subject tests. Basic registration fee is $22. Language tests with

listening are $22; all other tests are $11 each.

SAT, SAT Subject Tests and ACT

ACTRegister online at www.actstudent.org or

request a paper registration form.Fee without Writing is $34.Fee including Writing is $49.50.

SAT vs. ACT

SAT ACT

Length- actual testing time

3 hours, 45 minutes 3 hours, 25 minutes

Math Topics Arithmetic, geometry, algebra, and algebra II

Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry

Scoring Aggregate score 600 - 2400 based on total of 3 scores 200- 800 (Reading, Math, Writing)

Score of 2-12 for Essay

Composite score 1-36 based on average of 4 sections (English, Math, Reading and Science)

Score 2-12 for Optional Essay

Penalties for Wrong Answer

¼ point deducted for wrong answers

No penalties for wrong answers

Test Prep Options

Free test prep materials available in the Main Office

Free test prep available onlineDurham Public Schools Community

Education $90 (six two-hour classes) www.dpsnc.net or 560-3816

Several other private agencies offer SAT and ACT prep for fees ranging from $100 to over $1,000.

How does my GPA, Class Rank, & SAT/ACT score match with school of choice?

Visit www.collegeboard.com Under “College Search,” type in name of

college/university. Click on “How do I stack up?” tab for info on

GPA and SAT/ACT data of admitted freshmen.

Visit www.cfnc.org for NC schools Click on “Plan for College” tab . . . then “Explore

Postsecondary Schools” . . . then “Admissions”

Letters of Recommendation

FAQ Who do I get to write

my letter? How many letters

should I send? How do I ask

someone to write a letter for me?

Admissions Essay/Personal Statement

Share something about yourself not found elsewhere in the application in YOUR OWN VOICE.

Make it perfect: proofread and read aloud.

Get the right essay to the right college.

College Visits

Here Visits will usually take place in the SHS

conference room or media center. Students will need to sign up and obtain a pass

to attend the visits. UNC-Pembroke: September 20 @ 11:45 Duke University: September 27 @ 12:00

There Official and unofficial visits

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FREE Application for Federal Student Aid

www.fafsa.gov ~ Apply beginning January 1, 2012 www.collegeboard.com (CSS Profile) www.cfnc.org University websites for school-specific scholarship

and grant programs

A Few Good Books

College Board College Handbook 2012Fiske Guide to Colleges 2012Colleges That Change LivesLetting Go: A Parent’s Guide to

Understanding the College Years

Date to Remember

Durham Public Schools College Fair

October 2, 2011

1:00-4:00

Northgate Mall

Durham Public Schools counselors will be present to answer any questions and to

support attending students.

Questions?

To contact Ms. Roulhac: By phone ~ (919) 560-9184 x. 81108 By email ~ gwen.roulhac@dpsnc.net Online ~ http://www.teacherweb.com/nc/gwen/roulhac