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Join Deb Graf and Jeff Kowatch for a detailed session on college preparation, covering vital topics such as core diploma requirements, dual credit courses, college applications, and financial aid resources. Learn about the importance of standardized testing, letters of recommendation, and internship opportunities for career readiness. This informative event is designed to equip students and parents with the knowledge needed for successful college admission processes. Discover valuable resources and insights from experts in education, ensuring students are well-prepared for their academic future.
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College Preparation Information • Deb Graf – Director of Guidance • Jeff Kowatch - Director of Student Services • November 7, 2011
Agenda and Presenters • Blackhawk Christian School Services • Deb Graf and Jeff Kowatch • Questa Foundation for Education • Christina Smith, Executive Director • College Admissions and Financial Aid • Jeff Berggren - Sr. VP of Enrollment Marketing and Management, Huntington University • Sara Diehl - Sr. Admissions Counselor, Huntington University
Course and Degree Track • Core 40 Diploma • 42 credits • Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma • 47 credits • 3.0 GPA • No semester grade below a 72% • AP, Dual-Credit, or SAT/ACT Scores • ECA (Algebra I and English 10)
Course Requirements for College • Check with individual college/university • Math • Senior Year? • 6-8 Credits? • World Languages • How many years? • Recommended or Required?
College Credits in High School • Dual Credit • taken online or on a college campus • Concurrent Credit • Dual credit taken at HS with a HS teacher • We offer: Calculus, US History, Eng Comp, Eng Lit, 3 Bible, Intro to Psychology • AP Credit • CLEP or College specific placement tests • Tests taken at the college • World Languages
College Entrance Testing • ACT (www.act.org) or SAT (www.collegeboard.com) • PLAN test in 10th grade (practice ACT) • PSAT in 10th and 11th (practice SAT) • Test prep in math & Test English prior to tests • Test review after Christmas break • Test Registration help (paper or on-line) • School Code: 151084
College Applications • e-Transcript (www.docufide.com) • Parchment Company now owns docufide • eSSR – Counselor Report • Paper transcript and counselor reports • Letters of Recommendations
Career Preparation • Howard Work Style Screening – 9th • PLAN Career Interest Inventory – 10th • ASVAB – 11th • Professional Career Internship – 11th & 12th
Financial Aid Helps • Scholarship Opportunity Newsletter • Special Designation Scholarships and Competitions • FAFSA and PIN Numbers • www.fafsa.ed.gov • www.pin.ed.gov • Letters of Recommendations
College and Financial Aid Information • College Information Room - Coming Soon! • College Bulletin Boards • College Reps at Lunch • e-mail students through Google e-mail system • Class Meetings 9th – 12th • Junior Spring Meetings
BCS Website • http://www.blackhawkchristian.org/ • Secondary / Academics • Graduation Requirements • Course Descriptions • College Planning Worksheet • Constant Contact emails