AGENDA
GRADE: 11
MONTH: April
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THEME: PLAN NOW FOR YOUR SENIOR YEAR
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JUNIOR JUMPSTART
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4 YEAR COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY BOUND
ASCA Standards
: A:B2 Plan to Achieve Goals
C:B1 Acquire Career Information
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| C:B2 Identify Career Goals |
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| GOALS:
| Students will narrow their list of post high school options
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| Students will begin a college application
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| Students will begin the scholarship application process
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| Students will make a summer to-do list
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TIMELINE:
50 minute class period
ESSENTIAL
QUESTIONS:
How can I learn more about colleges?
| How do I pay for college?
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| What can I do this summer to get a head start on my senior year?
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MATERIALS
Computer lab with internet access
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| Junior Jumpstart handouts for 4 year college (check highlighted portions of handouts for school specific details)
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| Financial Aid and Scholarshiip Handouts
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| Junior Jumpstart PowerPoint
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| SAT/ACT registration materials
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CLASSROOM
REVIEW
COLLEGE SEARCH & HOW DO I STACK UP
(5-10 minutes)
In December students did a school comparison and selected schools as Probable, Possible, and Reach. Have them log in to WOIS and review and update their choices.
CLASSROOM COLLEGE APPLICATION (
15-20 minutes)
ACTIVITY 2:
Using PowerPoint, show students CWU’s application as an example of a college application.
Have students go to one of their university websites, create an account and record their log in information on the handout. Students can start their application.
| CLASSROOM
| HOW DO I PAY FOR COLLEGE (10 minutes)
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ACTIVITY 3:
Using PowerPoint, show students ways to pay for college.
Have students log in to WOIS and begin a scholarship search.
Students can also visit the district scholarship website. Scholarships are posted regularly so students need to return to this site monthly.
| CLASSROOM
| WHAT CAN I DO THIS SUMMER? (5 minutes)
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ACTIVITY 5:
Hand out College Checklist
Have students list things they need to finish at home this summer
| STUDENT
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| PRODUCTS:
| Junior Jumpstart handout with fill-ins completed
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Accounts & Applications started:
1) University Application
2) National Scholarship Search
3) State Scholarship Search
Junior Jumpstart 4 Yr. College/University Bound
Name______________________________
College Application
Login:_________________ Password: ________________________
This summer I will:
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COLLEGE CHECKLIST FOR Summer Before 12th Grade
Students
To Do:
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Narrow down the list of colleges you are considering attending. If you can, visit the schools that interest you.
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Contact colleges to request information and applications for admission. Ask about financial aid, admission requirements, and deadlines.
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Decide whether you are going to apply under a particular college’s early decision or early action program. Be sure to learn about the program deadlines and requirements.
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Update your information in FAFSA4caster one last time at www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov
, and compare the results to the actual costs at colleges to which you will apply. To supplement any aid FAFSA4caster estimates you might receive, be sure to apply for scholarships. Your goal is to minimize the amount of loan funds you borrow.
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To Explore: 
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Find out what government financial aid you can apply for, and how, in the following parts of Funding Education Beyond High School: The Guide to Federal Student Aid at www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov/guide
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| Part A, “What You Should Know Before You Apply”
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| Part B, “How Do I Apply?,” especially the first two sections, “Getting Your Federal Student Aid PIN” and “Completing the FAFSA”
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Parents
To Do:
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Review your financial situation and make sure your child is looking into or already has applied for scholarships.
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Ask your employer whether scholarships are available for employees’ children.
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Find out whether your child has added any schools to his or her college wish list since the last time you visited colleges, and visit additional campuses if possible.
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To Explore:
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Take a closer look at Funding Education Beyond High School: The Guide to Federal Student Aid at www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov/guide
to ensure you understand the federal aid programs and upcoming application process.
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SCHOLARSHIPS - What Are They?
| Scholarships come in various forms and from many different sources. They include:
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National Competitive Scholarships: Large corporations and organizations often have scholarship programs. There may be local, state and national winners. Frequently the application form is complex, detailed, and requires a written essay. Someone wins these every year - it could be you. EXAMPLES: Coca Cola, National Elks Club, Gates Millennium.
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Academic Scholarships: These scholarships may require a specific grade point average and/or test score, or declare a commitment to a specific college or area of study. EXAMPLES: University President's Scholarships, Washington Scholars.
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College Scholarships: Specific colleges and universities give scholarships. Students' applications are screened by the college. EXAMPLES: UPS Trustee Scholarship, WWU President’s Scholarships, WSU Achievement Award, Central Trustee’s Tuition Waiver, Seattle University Sullivan Award.
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Talent and Leadership Scholarships: These scholarships may require interviews, athletic achievements, art portfolios, auditions, and recommendations. EXAMPLE: Art Institute of Seattle.
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Local Scholarships: Local clubs and organizations donate scholarship money each spring. EXAMPLES: Gertrude Jackson, Rotary, Everett Community College.
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Financial Aid Related Scholarships: A student who reflects financial need based on the FAFSA may receive scholarships, awards and grants from a specific college. These are obtained by applying directly to the University.
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Merit Scholarships: Organizations provide scholarships for students who have exhibited outstanding achievement in particular areas. EXAMPLES: Washington Scholar, National Merit Scholar.
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| HOW DO I GET INFORMATION ABOUT SCHOLARSHIPS?
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| Read the scholarship posting at the District Website. |
http://www
. everett.k12.wa.us/counseling
. 2. Search the internet, talk with your parents, and contact local community groups and corporations.
3. Contact the Financial Aid Office at your colleges of choice.
| HOW DO I APPLY FOR LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS?
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| Complete the CHS General Scholarship Application Form Online at:
http://www.everett.k12.wa.us/cascade/chsscholarship
by November 19th. With this application, you will be applying for all scholarships determined by the CHS Scholarship Committee. Please deliver your activity record to either Mrs. Taylor, Mrs. Cooper or Mrs. Roberts in the Career Center. Applications can be completed in the Career Center if you do not have the internet or having technology problems.
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| Fill out other local scholarship application forms. Remember that, only students who have submitted completed application forms, by the deadlines, will be considered for any scholarship awards. |
Students are required to submit their applications by following the instructions listed on each application. You may be required to mail, submit online or submit to a high school representative.
NEED MORE INFORMATION? Any questions should be addressed to Mrs. Taylor, Mrs. Cooper or Mrs. Roberts
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Education pays ...
Education pays in higher earnings and lower unemployment rates
Chart data—TXT
Note: Data are 2009 annual averages for persons age 25 and over. Earnings are for full-time age and salary workers.
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Helpful Websites
Apprenticeships:
www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Apprenticeship/default.asp
- Washington State Apprenticeship info
www.careeronestop.org
- general apprenticeship info
Military:
www.goArmy.com
– U.S. Army Recruiting website
www.Navy.com
– U.S. Navy Recruiting website
www.airforce.com
– U.S. Air Force Recruiting website
www.marines.com
– U.S. Marines Recruiting website
www.uscg.mil
– U.S. Coast Guard and Reserves Recruiting website
| Scholarships/Financial Aid/Loan Information: You can also Google (or search) for the word “scholarships” and a ton of sites will pop up. Remember: NEVER pay for the opportunity to apply for a scholarship!
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www.FAFSA.ed.gov
– help with the FAFSA and paying for college
www.fastweb.com
– A good scholarship website
www.scholarships.com
– A good scholarship and college/university search site
www.tuitiongiveaway.com
– Tuition giveaway sponsored by mental_floss magazine
www.campusdoor.com
– Private student loans for college
ACT/SAT Test and Prep:
www.collegeboard.com
– Sign up for SAT tests
www.actstudent.org
– Sign up for ACT tests
www.satprep.org
– A place to register to attend a local SAT prep course
www.prepme.com
– on-line ACT and SAT prep
www.petersons.com
– A great ACT/SAT prep site, college ratings
www.kaptest.com
– ACT/SAT prep and admissions info
www.march2success.com
–Test Prep website by the Army
College Search/Info:
www.princetonreview.com
– Good general information on many topics related to college, etc.
www.collegenet.com
– Database of colleges and universities and related information
www.anycollege.com
– Free college search engine
www.zinch.com
– On-line college search and recruiting website
www.cappex.com
– College search website
www.checkoutacollege.com
– Community and Technical College search site
www.collegebound.net
– College search website
www.connectedu.net
– On-line college search and career transition site
www.collegetoolkit.com
– College searches, scholarship searches, career exploration & guides
www.adventuresineducation.org
– College and career planning information
www.compustours.com
– virtual campus tours
www.collegemajors101.com
– Help to choose majors
www.embark.com
– Research, prepare, apply, finance – all on-line
www.collegedata.com
– Free college planning website
www.petersons.com
– A great college search website as well as prep website
www.theadmissiongame.com
– Prepare to compete for college admission
Career Planning and Search:
www.wois.org
www.collegesurfing.com
– Career school search
Useful handouts in PDF form. Use these links to print desired handouts.
www.washingtoncouncil.org
Click resources and pull the following documents:
US Department of Labor (www.bls.gov
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Fastest Growing Occupations:
http://www.bls.gov/emp/ep_table_103.htm
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