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New England Academy

New England Academy. ~Post Secondary Planning Night~ February 2019. Contact Information. Courtni Laracy, M.Ed , Ed.S claracy@newenglandacademy.net 978-921-1103 x134 www.neaguidance.weebly.com. Our Mission.

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New England Academy

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  1. New England Academy ~Post Secondary Planning Night~ February 2019

  2. Contact Information Courtni Laracy, M.Ed, Ed.S claracy@newenglandacademy.net 978-921-1103 x134 www.neaguidance.weebly.com

  3. Our Mission New England Academy believes that every student can be successful. Our mission is to provide a challenging, academic curriculum in a supportive environment in which each student can develop his or her academic, social and emotional skills in preparation for college and life.

  4. Our Partners • Students • Families • School Districts • Community Resources • New England Academy Staff • Teachers • Counselors • Transition Support

  5. Our Roles: If we use the analogy of making a film…

  6. We believe that success of the process is dependent upon: • Adults listening to and honoring the hopes of the student • The student listening to and taking into consideration the wisdom of the adults • Maintaining positive, honest, and trusting relationships • Sustaining an environment as free of stress as possible

  7. The Process: The Timeline • College Planning is divided into two courses. The first takes place in the Spring of Junior year and the second in the Fall of Senior year. In addition, I meet with the students 1:1 weekly/bi-weekly as needed throughout the process.

  8. The Search Begins: Finding the Right Fit

  9. Narrowing the Choices: • Academic Models • Clubs and Activities/ School Culture • Housing • Supports • Transportation/Logistics • Friends/Family Attending or Living Nearby

  10. Application Requirements: Major Dependent Materials -Portfolio -Scheduling of Auditions

  11. The Paths to College • Our mission is to ensure that all students have the opportunity to apply to and attend college, but that does not mean all students take (or want to take) the same path.

  12. Right to College • Best for a student who already exhibit the attributes of college readiness discussed in class • The student and family feel that the student is capable of handling a full course load while navigating the transition to independence • Student can independently and effectively advocate for themselves and the accommodations they require

  13. Scaffolded College Paths • There are a large variety of paths a student can take to get to college • These paths allow for smaller and slower steps which the students can take as they are ready

  14. Scaffolded Path Example 1 • The student begins this track by taking a full course load, but choosing a local college and commuting from home the first semester • As the student’s comfort level grows he/she attempts to live on campus the following semester/year.

  15. Scaffolded Path Example 2 • The student commutes from home to a local college, taking only a part-time course load or a mix of on-campus and online courses • The student slowly adds more classes each semester, while also focusing on joining a club in order to become a more included member of the college community • As the student feels more and more comfortable, a full course load and living on campus can be explored.

  16. Scaffolded Path Example 3 • If a student has dreams of attending a school far away, but is not yet ready for that step, the student may decide to try a year at a local college then transfer.

  17. Scaffolded Path Example 4 • If a student is almost ready to go Right to College, but is feeling high levels of anxiety, the student can plan visit weekends with friends or engage in one of the many pre-college summer programs offered by local colleges. • I recommend this begins to occur in the summer between junior and senior year.

  18. Scaffolded Path Example 5 • The student enrolls full time in a college which offers extra support services. • All colleges offer disability services, but many now offer additional fee based programs with even more support. • A list of these can be found on our website, www.neaguidance.weebly.com or in the Post-Secondary Planning Handbook

  19. Community College and the MA Commonwealth Commitmenthttp://www.mass.edu/masstransfer/macomcom/home.asp

  20. Gap Year/Volunteer Year • Some students may not feel quite ready to go right off to school, or may be undecided about where they want to go/what they want to do • A Gap Year can be beneficial for students who would like to hone their independent living skills, build self-confidence, or ease their transition into college life. • There are many Gap Year opportunities that can be explored on an individual basis. You can find information about these at www.neaguidance.weebly.com. • Students who explore Gap Years will still be encouraged to apply to their colleges of choice in order to defer any desired acceptances.

  21. Right to Work • Although our mission is to ensure that all students at NEA have the opportunity to attend college via the college planning process, the fact remains that not every student wants to. • These students will still be expected to go through the college planning process to ensure the opportunity is there, but we will also work with them to assist them in meeting their post-secondary goals. • For students planning to go right into the workforce we will assist in facilitating MRC involvement and any other appropriate, outside, adult service providers.

  22. Trade Schools • Trade schools are an often overlooked option in the college process. • If your student enjoys working and learning with his/her hands then this may be the option for him or her. • Likewise, if your student is interested in going into the field of civil service (such as a police officer or fire fighter) then trade schools can offer them an additional source of eventual income. • There are a variety of trade school and apprenticeship opportunities available which can be researched on an individual basis.

  23. Standardized Testing Testing Timeline Sophomore YearOctober-Take the PSAT   Junior YearOctober-Take the PSAT (merit scholarship eligibility)January/February- Take the Pre-ACTMarch- Take SAT June-Take the ACT Senior Year Retake exams will be offered in September and October for both the SAT and ACT.

  24. Testing Accommodations All of the students at NEA are eligible to apply for testing accommodations for both the SAT and ACT. This is a process which the guidance department will handle for you directly once your child is registered for their exam. I will use your child’s testing reports and IEP in order to apply for their accommodations. Typical accommodations for the tests include;

  25. Advice From Past Students

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