Junior MeetingJunior MeetingWednesday, December 10, 2014Wednesday, December 10, 2014

School CounselorsSchool Counselors Mount Tabor High School Mount Tabor High School

PSAT Score ReportPSAT Score ReportCollege and Career PreparationCollege and Career Preparation

SATSATACTACT

My College QuickStartMy College QuickStart

My Online Score ReportMy Online Score Report

My SAT Study PlanMy SAT Study Plan

My PersonalityMy Personality

My Major & Career MatchesMy Major & Career Matches

My AP PotentialMy AP Potential

College Entrance ExamsCollege Entrance Exams

SAT SAT www.collegeboard.org/registerwww.collegeboard.org/register ACT ACT www.actstudent.orgwww.actstudent.org

Community College Placement TestingCommunity College Placement Testing ACCUPLACER/Computerized Placement Test @FTCCACCUPLACER/Computerized Placement Test @FTCC

Most colleges/universities require the SAT or ACTMost colleges/universities require the SAT or ACT Most colleges/universities will accept either the SAT or ACTMost colleges/universities will accept either the SAT or ACT Students may take both the SAT and the ACTStudents may take both the SAT and the ACT Some colleges/universities allow students to apply without Some colleges/universities allow students to apply without

SAT/ACTSAT/ACT

What Information do Colleges Use in Making What Information do Colleges Use in Making Admissions Decisions?Admissions Decisions?

GradesGrades Course RigorCourse Rigor Class RankClass Rank Grade Point Grade Point

AverageAverage ActivitiesActivities InterestsInterests

AccomplishmentsAccomplishments TalentsTalents RecommendationsRecommendations Community ServiceCommunity Service Career PlansCareer Plans Test ScoresTest Scores

Why Do Most Colleges Require Why Do Most Colleges Require the SAT or ACT ?the SAT or ACT ?

Measures critical thinking skills necessary for college successMeasures critical thinking skills necessary for college success

Measures current levels of educational developmentMeasures current levels of educational development

Compares applicants on a standardized measureCompares applicants on a standardized measure

Indicates College ReadinessIndicates College Readiness

Predicts academic success in college or a particular major (along Predicts academic success in college or a particular major (along with high school grades in rigorous academic courses)with high school grades in rigorous academic courses)

Placement into appropriate beginning courses or course levelsPlacement into appropriate beginning courses or course levels

Identification for scholarship opportunitiesIdentification for scholarship opportunities

Second Semester Test Second Semester Test DatesDates

SATSAT January 24January 24thth

March 14March 14thth

May 2May 2ndnd

June 6June 6thth

Fall 2015Fall 2015 October 3October 3rdrd November 7November 7thth December 5December 5thth

ACTACT February 7February 7thth

March 3March 3rdrd (school test) (school test) April 18April 18thth

June 13June 13thth

Fall 2015Fall 2015 September 12September 12thth October 24October 24thth December 12December 12thth

SATSAT

Measures academic skills in three basic academic Measures academic skills in three basic academic areas important for college successareas important for college success Critical ReadingCritical Reading MathMath WritingWriting

Total Test Time: 3 hours 45 minutesTotal Test Time: 3 hours 45 minutes Arrive before 8 am at test siteArrive before 8 am at test site Three short breaksThree short breaks

CRITICAL READINGCRITICAL READING

Question TypesQuestion Types Passage-Based ReadingPassage-Based Reading48 Questions48 Questions Sentence CompletionsSentence Completions 19 Questions19 Questions

Three Sections – Three Sections – two 25-minute, one 20-minutetwo 25-minute, one 20-minute

ScoreScore 200-800200-800

MATHEMATICSMATHEMATICS

Question TypesQuestion Types Standard Multiple ChoiceStandard Multiple Choice 44 Questions44 Questions Student-Produced ResponsesStudent-Produced Responses 10 Questions10 Questions

Math ConceptsMath Concepts Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 Math 1, Math 2, Math 3Math 1, Math 2, Math 3 Integrated Math 1, 2, 3Integrated Math 1, 2, 3

Three Sections – Three Sections – two 25-minute, one 20-minutetwo 25-minute, one 20-minute

ScoreScore 200-800200-800

WRITINGWRITING

Question TypesQuestion Types EssayEssay 25 minutes25 minutes Multiple ChoiceMultiple Choice one 25-minute, one 10-one 25-minute, one 10-

minuteminute

The essay, which is always the first question The essay, which is always the first question on the SAT, measures a student’s skill in on the SAT, measures a student’s skill in developing and expressing a point of view on developing and expressing a point of view on an issue.an issue.

ScoreScore 200-800200-800 Essay SubscoreEssay Subscore 2-122-12 Multiple Choice SubscoreMultiple Choice Subscore 20-8020-80

Guessing on the SATGuessing on the SAT

¼ Point is deducted for each wrong ¼ Point is deducted for each wrong answer on multiple choice itemsanswer on multiple choice items

Random Guessing is not Random Guessing is not recommendedrecommended

Eliminating wrong answer choices is a Eliminating wrong answer choices is a good test-taking strategygood test-taking strategy

ACTACT

English Test-45 minutesEnglish Test-45 minutes 1-361-36 Reading Test-35 minutesReading Test-35 minutes 1-361-36 Mathematics Test-60 minutesMathematics Test-60 minutes 1-361-36 Science Test-35 minutesScience Test-35 minutes 1-361-36 Writing Test-30 minutesWriting Test-30 minutes 1-361-36

Essay Subscore 2-12Essay Subscore 2-12

CompositeComposite 1-361-36 Average of 4 test scores-does not include writingAverage of 4 test scores-does not include writing

English TestEnglish Test

One 75-question, 45 minute testOne 75-question, 45 minute test

Measures understanding of conventions of standard written Measures understanding of conventions of standard written English (punctuation, grammar, usage, sentence structure English (punctuation, grammar, usage, sentence structure and rhetorical skills)and rhetorical skills)

Five essays or passages with multiple choice questionsFive essays or passages with multiple choice questions

Total Score of 1-36 (benchmark=18)Total Score of 1-36 (benchmark=18) Usage/Mechanics SubscoreUsage/Mechanics Subscore Rhetorical Skills SubscoreRhetorical Skills Subscore

Mathematics TestMathematics Test

One 60-question, 60 minute testOne 60-question, 60 minute test

Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 (or Integrated Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 (or Integrated Math 1-3)Math 1-3)

Calculator use is allowed and recommendedCalculator use is allowed and recommended

Total Score 1-36 (benchmark=22)Total Score 1-36 (benchmark=22) Pre-Algebra/Elementary Algebra SubscorePre-Algebra/Elementary Algebra Subscore Intermediate Algebra/Coordinate Geometry SubscoreIntermediate Algebra/Coordinate Geometry Subscore Geometry/Trigonometry SubscoreGeometry/Trigonometry Subscore

Reading TestReading Test

One 40-question, 35 minute testOne 40-question, 35 minute test

Measures reading comprehension skillsMeasures reading comprehension skills

Four prose passages with multiple choice Four prose passages with multiple choice questionsquestions

Total Score 1-36 (benchmark=21)Total Score 1-36 (benchmark=21) Social Studies/Science SubscoreSocial Studies/Science Subscore Arts/Literature SubscoreArts/Literature Subscore

Science TestScience Test

One 40-question, 35 minute testOne 40-question, 35 minute test

Measures the interpretation, analysis, evaluation, Measures the interpretation, analysis, evaluation, reasoning, and problem-solving skills required in reasoning, and problem-solving skills required in natural sciencenatural science

Content covers biology, chemistry, physics and Content covers biology, chemistry, physics and the earth/space sciencesthe earth/space sciences

Emphasizes scientific reasoning skillsEmphasizes scientific reasoning skills

Total Score 1-36 (benchmark=24)Total Score 1-36 (benchmark=24)

Writing TestWriting Test

One 30-minute essayOne 30-minute essay Defines an issue with two points of viewDefines an issue with two points of view Write in response to a question about your Write in response to a question about your

position on the issueposition on the issue

Total Score 1-12Total Score 1-12

Combined English/Writing Score 1-36Combined English/Writing Score 1-36

Optional (decide when your register), but included Optional (decide when your register), but included for School-Based Testing in Marchfor School-Based Testing in March

ACT BenchmarksACT Benchmarks(Scores: 1-36)(Scores: 1-36)

MathematicsMathematics 2222 ReadingReading 2121 EnglishEnglish 1818 ScienceScience 2424 WritingWriting 77

Students who meet ACT’s College Students who meet ACT’s College Readiness Benchmarks are:Readiness Benchmarks are:

Substantially more likely to enroll in collegeSubstantially more likely to enroll in college Less likely to need remediationLess likely to need remediation More likely to achieve a grade of B or higher in More likely to achieve a grade of B or higher in

specific college coursesspecific college courses More likely to re-enroll at the same More likely to re-enroll at the same

postsecondary institution their second yearpostsecondary institution their second year More likely to persist to degree completionMore likely to persist to degree completion However, not meeting benchmarks should not However, not meeting benchmarks should not

discourage students from pursuing collegediscourage students from pursuing college

Based on data from ACT.org and NC DPIBased on data from ACT.org and NC DPI

Spring 2014 ACT Spring 2014 ACT AdministrationAdministration

All WS/FCS juniors will take the testAll WS/FCS juniors will take the test Administered on Administered on March 3, 2015March 3, 2015 No cost to students/parentsNo cost to students/parents Scores sent to four Scores sent to four

colleges/universities at no costcolleges/universities at no cost Score Reports are mailed to studentsScore Reports are mailed to students

PLANPLAN

Let’s you know if you’re on track for Let’s you know if you’re on track for collegecollege

Points out your academic strengths and Points out your academic strengths and area you need to improvearea you need to improve

Helps you find careers that match your Helps you find careers that match your interestsinterests

Connects you with college choices and Connects you with college choices and financial aid opportunitiesfinancial aid opportunities

Prepares you for the ACTPrepares you for the ACT

PLANPLAN

Current Juniors took the test in Current Juniors took the test in October of 2013October of 2013

Score Reports & Test Book received in Score Reports & Test Book received in January 2014January 2014

Review PLAN materials as you prepare Review PLAN materials as you prepare for the ACTfor the ACT

Guessing on the ACTGuessing on the ACT

• No points deducted for No points deducted for wrong answerswrong answers

• Eliminating wrong answer Eliminating wrong answer choices is a good strategychoices is a good strategy

How Do Students Register for How Do Students Register for the SAT Reasoning Testthe SAT Reasoning Test

Online Registration at Online Registration at sat.collegeboard.org/registersat.collegeboard.org/register $52.50$52.50

Mail RegistrationMail Registration $52.50$52.50

Late RegistrationLate Registration $52.50 + $28.00$52.50 + $28.00

Wait List RegistrationWait List Registration $52.50 + $46.00$52.50 + $46.00

Registration materials are available in the Mount Tabor Guidance Registration materials are available in the Mount Tabor Guidance Office.Office.

Test Security MeasuresTest Security MeasuresSAT & ACTSAT & ACT

Effective with the 2012-13 test year:Effective with the 2012-13 test year: You will be prompted to provide an acceptable photo You will be prompted to provide an acceptable photo

during registration that will appear on your Admission during registration that will appear on your Admission Ticket.Ticket.

You must present your admission ticket and acceptable You must present your admission ticket and acceptable ID to enter the test center.ID to enter the test center.

Standby Testing is only available during a short window Standby Testing is only available during a short window of time prior to the test date through online registration.of time prior to the test date through online registration.

An approved picture identification is required on test An approved picture identification is required on test day.day.

A Student ID Form/Letter is available from the Guidance A Student ID Form/Letter is available from the Guidance Office if you have no acceptable picture id.Office if you have no acceptable picture id.

How do Students Register for the How do Students Register for the ACT?ACT?

Online registration at Online registration at www.actstudent.orgwww.actstudent.org

$38.00$38.00 Late registrationLate registration $62.00$62.00 Standby registrationStandby registration $85.00$85.00 Additional fee for WritingAdditional fee for Writing $16.50$16.50

Registration Materials are available in the Mount Registration Materials are available in the Mount

Tabor Guidance Office.Tabor Guidance Office.

Fee Waiver EligibilityFee Waiver Eligibility

SATSAT 2 SAT fee waivers2 SAT fee waivers 2 SAT Subject Tests2 SAT Subject Tests Can be used for late Can be used for late

registrationregistration 4 additional score 4 additional score

reportsreports 4 college application 4 college application

fee waivers made fee waivers made available in your available in your college board accountcollege board account

ACTACT 2 ACT fee waivers2 ACT fee waivers Cannot be used for Cannot be used for

late registrationlate registration

Disability ServicesDisability Services

SATSAT Online Request made Online Request made

through your school through your school counselorcounselor

Approval covers all Approval covers all College Board testsCollege Board tests

Discuss Discuss accommodations with accommodations with your counseloryour counselor

ACTACT Request for Request for

Accommodations Form Accommodations Form completed with your completed with your school counselorschool counselor

Form submitted when Form submitted when you register for the ACTyou register for the ACT

Approval covers Approval covers additional test datesadditional test dates

Discuss Discuss accommodations with accommodations with your counseloryour counselor

SAT SUBJECT TESTSSAT SUBJECT TESTS

Designed to measure students’ knowledge in particular subject Designed to measure students’ knowledge in particular subject areasareas

Twenty tests in 5 general areas: English, history, languages, Twenty tests in 5 general areas: English, history, languages, mathematics and sciencemathematics and science

Some colleges use them for admissions, course placement, and Some colleges use them for admissions, course placement, and advising students about course selectionadvising students about course selection Students should review the admissions requirements of each Students should review the admissions requirements of each

college/university of interestcollege/university of interest

Up to 3 subject tests can be taken on a test date (except March Up to 3 subject tests can be taken on a test date (except March date)date)

Fee-$26 per registration (additional tests $16 each)Fee-$26 per registration (additional tests $16 each)

Preparation for the SATPreparation for the SAT

Reading, Writing, and Problem Solving in and out of schoolReading, Writing, and Problem Solving in and out of school Rigorous Academic CoursesRigorous Academic Courses PSAT/NMSQT (review of the Score Report & My College QuickStart)PSAT/NMSQT (review of the Score Report & My College QuickStart) SAT Practice Booklet & Practice Test (full-length practice test)SAT Practice Booklet & Practice Test (full-length practice test) CFNC.org (test prep module)CFNC.org (test prep module) Khan Academy (free full-length SAT & tutorial videos)Khan Academy (free full-length SAT & tutorial videos) College Board Web Site (College Board Web Site (sat.collegeboard.org/practicesat.collegeboard.org/practice))

SAT Question of the DaySAT Question of the Day General Test Taking ApproachesGeneral Test Taking Approaches Test Item Practice (each area)Test Item Practice (each area) Official SAT Practice Test (free)Official SAT Practice Test (free) Official SAT Online Course ($69.95)Official SAT Online Course ($69.95) Official SAT Study Guide ($31.99)Official SAT Study Guide ($31.99)

SAT Test Prep ProgramsSAT Test Prep Programs WS/FCS SAT Prep semester course (.50 credit)WS/FCS SAT Prep semester course (.50 credit) Various programs and courses in our community (see your high school counselor)Various programs and courses in our community (see your high school counselor)

Preparation for the ACTPreparation for the ACT

Reading, Writing, and Problem Solving in and out of schoolReading, Writing, and Problem Solving in and out of school Rigorous Academic CoursesRigorous Academic Courses PLAN (comprehensive score report & test booklet)PLAN (comprehensive score report & test booklet) Test Preparation Booklet (full-length practice test)Test Preparation Booklet (full-length practice test) CFNC.org (test prep module)CFNC.org (test prep module) Preparing for the ACT available free at www.actstudent.orgPreparing for the ACT available free at www.actstudent.org

Test InformationTest Information Complete Practice TestsComplete Practice Tests Writing Prompt with Sample EssaysWriting Prompt with Sample Essays

ACT Online Prep available at www.actstudent.org/testprepACT Online Prep available at www.actstudent.org/testprep Cost is $24.95Cost is $24.95

The Real ACT Prep Guide at www.actstudent.org/testprepThe Real ACT Prep Guide at www.actstudent.org/testprep Cost is $24.95Cost is $24.95

Test Day PreparationTest Day Preparation

Be well-rested.Be well-rested. Eat breakfast.Eat breakfast. Bring acceptable photo ID and admission ticket.Bring acceptable photo ID and admission ticket. Bring several #2 pencils with good erasers.Bring several #2 pencils with good erasers. Bring an acceptable calculator with fresh batteries.Bring an acceptable calculator with fresh batteries. Bring healthy snacks.Bring healthy snacks. Arrive at the test center by 7:45 am (for March 3Arrive at the test center by 7:45 am (for March 3rdrd ACT, ACT,

arrive at school well before 8:55 and find your test room).arrive at school well before 8:55 and find your test room). Know the directions about guessing.Know the directions about guessing. Believe that you will do your best.Believe that you will do your best.

Scoring the SATScoring the SAT

Students receive a separate score on each Students receive a separate score on each section of the SAT (200-800)section of the SAT (200-800) For example:For example: ScoreScore Nat’l %Nat’l % State%State%

Critical ReadingCritical Reading 690690 9494 9696

MathematicsMathematics 540540 5656 5858

WritingWriting 530530 6262 6767 Multiple ChoiceMultiple Choice 5252 EssayEssay 0808

Scoring the ACTScoring the ACT

Students receive a score for each part of the test Students receive a score for each part of the test and a Composite Scoreand a Composite Score

For example:For example: ScoreScore Nat’l %ileNat’l %ile State %ile State %ile

EnglishEnglish 2525 8080 8383 MathematicsMathematics 2121 5858 5858 ReadingReading 2626 7878 7979 ScienceScience 2222 6565 6969 English/WriitngEnglish/Wriitng 2626 8282 ----

Writing(2-12)Writing(2-12) 1010 COMPOSITECOMPOSITE 2424 7575 7777

SAT Score ReportsSAT Score Reports

Only mailed to home if requestedOnly mailed to home if requested Available online at College Board AccountAvailable online at College Board Account

Usually 2-3 weeks after test dateUsually 2-3 weeks after test date Mailed to Student’s High SchoolMailed to Student’s High School Sent Electronically to Colleges/UniversitiesSent Electronically to Colleges/Universities

Select up to 4 schools for regular feeSelect up to 4 schools for regular fee Additional cost for each school beyond 4Additional cost for each school beyond 4 Score Choice servicesScore Choice services Most colleges/universities require that scores are received Most colleges/universities require that scores are received

directly from the College Boarddirectly from the College Board

ACT Score ReportsACT Score Reports

Available online at ACT Web AccountAvailable online at ACT Web Account About 2 weeks after test dateAbout 2 weeks after test date Multiple Choice scores available firstMultiple Choice scores available first

March Score Report Mailed to HomeMarch Score Report Mailed to Home Set up ACT Web Account with ACT IDSet up ACT Web Account with ACT ID

Mailed to Students’ High SchoolMailed to Students’ High SchoolSent Electronically to Colleges/UniversitiesSent Electronically to Colleges/Universities

Select for up to 4 schools for regular feeSelect for up to 4 schools for regular fee Additional cost for each school beyond 4Additional cost for each school beyond 4 Most colleges/universities require that scores are received directly from Most colleges/universities require that scores are received directly from

ACTACT

How Do Colleges/Universities How Do Colleges/Universities Use SAT/ACT ScoresUse SAT/ACT Scores

Admissions DecisionsAdmissions Decisions Scholarship DecisionsScholarship Decisions Course PlacementCourse Placement Program PlacementProgram Placement Course ExemptionCourse Exemption

Comparison of Comparison of Colleges/UniversitiesColleges/Universities

Middle 50%Middle 50%CRCR MM WW

Appalachian StateAppalachian State 520-610520-610 530-610530-610 500-600500-600

Winston-Salem StateWinston-Salem State 400-470400-470 420-480420-480 380-460380-460

UNC-Chapel HillUNC-Chapel Hill 590-700590-700 610-710610-710 590-690590-690

UNC-GreensboroUNC-Greensboro 470-560470-560 480-560480-560 450-550450-550

North Carolina CentralNorth Carolina Central 400-470400-470 400-480400-480 370-450370-450

Wake ForestWake Forest 600-700600-700 630-720630-720 --

Johnson C. SmithJohnson C. Smith360-470360-470 370-450370-450 --

Comparison of Comparison of Colleges/Universities Middle 50%Colleges/Universities Middle 50%

Composite RangeComposite Range

Appalachian StateAppalachian State 24-2824-28

Winston-Salem StateWinston-Salem State 16-1916-19

UNC-Chapel HillUNC-Chapel Hill 26-3126-31

UNC-GreensboroUNC-Greensboro 21-2521-25

North Carolina CentralNorth Carolina Central 16-1916-19

Duke UniversityDuke University 31-3431-34

Johnson C. SmithJohnson C. Smith 15-1915-19

UNC Minimum Admissions UNC Minimum Admissions RequirementsRequirements

English, Math, Science, Social Studies English, Math, Science, Social Studies Foreign Language (2 units)Foreign Language (2 units) 2.5 weighted Grade Point Average2.5 weighted Grade Point Average SAT (CR + M = 800) or ACT = 17SAT (CR + M = 800) or ACT = 17

Community College Community College Admission RequirementsAdmission Requirements

High School Graduation (transcript)High School Graduation (transcript) SAT or ACT scores welcomed for SAT or ACT scores welcomed for

placementplacement ACCUPLACER placement testACCUPLACER placement test Allied Health/NursingAllied Health/Nursing Regionally Increasing Baccalaureate Regionally Increasing Baccalaureate

Nursing (RIBN)-FTCC & WSSUNursing (RIBN)-FTCC & WSSU

College Planning during College Planning during Junior YearJunior Year

Take rigorous courses and earn good gradesTake rigorous courses and earn good grades Register for and take the SAT and/or ACTRegister for and take the SAT and/or ACT Involve yourself in school activitiesInvolve yourself in school activities Involve yourself in community service Involve yourself in community service

activitiesactivities Seek opportunities to be a leaderSeek opportunities to be a leader Seek enrichment opportunities now and Seek enrichment opportunities now and

during the summerduring the summer

College Planning During College Planning During Junior YearJunior Year

Explore Colleges & UniversitiesExplore Colleges & Universities www.bigfuture.collegeboard.orgwww.bigfuture.collegeboard.org www.cfnc.orgwww.cfnc.org College & University Web SitesCollege & University Web Sites

Admission InformationAdmission Information Application ProcessApplication Process Financial Aid & ScholarshipsFinancial Aid & Scholarships Student LifeStudent Life Athletics-Arts-ActivitiesAthletics-Arts-Activities

Visit Colleges & UniversitiesVisit Colleges & Universities

Attend Spring Visit Days or Attend Spring Visit Days or WeekendsWeekends

Schedule Visit with AdmissionsSchedule Visit with Admissions Prepare with Online ResourcesPrepare with Online Resources EngageEngage Ask QuestionsAsk Questions

Learn About Financial Aid & Learn About Financial Aid & Scholarship OpportunitiesScholarship Opportunities

Merit-Based ScholarshipsMerit-Based Scholarships Need-Based Financial AidNeed-Based Financial Aid

Understand College ExpensesUnderstand College Expenses Compare College CostsCompare College Costs

FAFSAFAFSA CSS/ProfileCSS/Profile Net Price CalculatorsNet Price Calculators

Learn About Financial Aid & Learn About Financial Aid & Scholarship OpportunitiesScholarship Opportunities

Scholarship Information SourcesScholarship Information Sources Mount Tabor Scholarship Update at web siteMount Tabor Scholarship Update at web site College & University web sitesCollege & University web sites www.fastweb.comwww.fastweb.com

Financial Aid Information SourcesFinancial Aid Information Sources www.cfnc.orgwww.cfnc.org www.studentaid.ed.govwww.studentaid.ed.gov www.fafsa.ed.govwww.fafsa.ed.gov

Upcoming EventsUpcoming Events

Spartan ShowcaseSpartan Showcase January January 2626thth 6:30-8:30 pm6:30-8:30 pm

Career Center Open HouseCareer Center Open HouseJanuary 29January 29thth 6-8 pm6-8 pm

Ready, Set…..SeniorsReady, Set…..Seniors April 29April 29th th

6:30-8 pm 6:30-8 pm AuditoriumAuditorium

Senior Parent MeetingSenior Parent Meeting AugustAugust Financial Aid MeetingsFinancial Aid Meetings OctoberOctober