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College Readiness

College Readiness. Online Learning Academy. Overview of College Readiness. Why is it important to set goals and targets? Learn how to Set your own goals. Set your own targets. Time Management and Organizational skills Campus visits Filling College applications

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College Readiness

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  1. College Readiness Online Learning Academy

  2. Overview of College Readiness • Why is it important to set goals and targets? Learn how to • Set your own goals. • Set your own targets. • Time Management and Organizational skills • Campus visits • Filling College applications • Filling Financial aid/scholarships • Campus Visits • Guest Speakers

  3. Today’s Class • We will look into three things: • Your Dreams • Your Financial Goals • Your Educational Targets - Why? To fulfill your dreams!! First Handout 1 – How much do you know? (Time: 20 mins)

  4. What’s the best way to get there… Deciding on and doing the following: • Two-year vs. Four-year colleges • Bachelor’s degree or higher, Associate’s degree, Apprenticeship? • Financial considerations • Connecting career interests, course selection, college selection, etc. Start the planning process early • Career exploration in middle school • 8th grade to high school transition (course selection, study skills, gpa, etc.) • College research, selection, etc. Asking for directions • Involving parents, counselors, teachers, local college resources, etc.

  5. College Success

  6. Your attitude decides your altitude • Students who take challenging courses and meet high standards in middle school are much more likely to enter high school ready to succeed. • Algebra is widely recognized as a “gateway” course—students who take it by the end of 8th grade are much more likely to take rigorous courses in high school that lead to a college degree.

  7. Why more math? “The higher the level of mathematics studied in high school, the greater the chances of completing a bachelor’s degree.” Source: U.S. Department of Education, Office of Educational Research and Improvement. Answers in the Tool Box (Washington, D.C.: 1999), pp. vii, 16-18.

  8. TYPES OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE • Scholarships—>Non-repayable awards based on merit or merit plus need. • Grants—>Non-repayable awards based on need. • Loans—>Educational loans are available through private lending • Work-study programs—>Jobs that allow students to earn money What is the best way to get financial assistance? INVESTIGATE!

  9. Top 10 Tips for Getting Into College Start Early. You should begin to plan during your middle school.

  10. Take as many English and Math classes as possible. Especially if you want to go to a trade or vocational school, you need to take math at least to Geometry. To qualify for the University of Hawaii at Manoa, you need to take math to Algebra 2.

  11. Find what you’re passionate about. Colleges look for students who show commitment and dedication to some thing over time, which can be sports, school clubs, or even a hobby.

  12. Community Service. Participate in activities that give back to your school or community. Colleges want well-rounded students.

  13. Take the PSAT! Colleges never see the scores, and you get an assessment of your strengths and weaknesses. This will help you pre pare for the SAT, which does go to colleges. You can even get a test fee waiver if you qualify. Just ask

  14. Summer Enrichment. Find out early what types of summer programs you can participate in and apply for. Summer enrichment programs are usually fun – you make lots of new friends, and they help you stay sharp academically.

  15. Know your College Counselor. They have all the information you need about college, and if they don’t, they can get it to you.

  16. Be Serious about School work. A strong academic record is key to get ting into college. Take classes that are challenging.

  17. Research. Looking for in formation about colleges can be fun and exciting. Use the internet to get information on schools, scholarships, and other college information. Check out www.collegeboard.com. You can even set up your own personal college planner on their website.

  18. Be Active in The Summer Algebra Institute Program. Ask questions, keep a journal and start thinking about college

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