Junior Parent

Meeting

Junior Parent

Meeting

Contact Information

• Remind101– Text @elizhs17 to 81010– Or text @elizhs17 to (720)924-

4307 • Counselors:

– Rex Hanson (Last names A – J)• rex.hanson@etown.kyschools.us

– Melissa Butler (Last names K – Z)• melissa.butler@etown.kyschools.

us

WARNING:

• The junior year is thought to typically be the toughest, academically, of the four year high school experience.

Important Events & Dates:• Check weekly

Guidance Glimpse for upcoming dates and events.

• http://etown.kyschools.us/sch_EHS/Guidance%20Glimpse/indexJuniorGlimpse.htm

JuniorPrograms

Governor’s Scholars Program

• Stimulating, five-week, residential summer program for outstanding Kentucky students completing their junior year in high school.

• Provides academic and personal growth in a challenging, non-traditional experience that balances a strong liberal arts program with a full co-curricular and residential life experience.

Governor’s Scholars Program

• Must have a standardized test score (PSAT, ACT, or SAT)

• If not signed up for PSAT need to take ACT in October.

• Mid-September - Applications sent to guidance counselors' offices.

• Applications due by Friday, Nov. 20th. By 3:30 PM

• Decision made by December 18th.

• For more info http://gsp.ky.gov

Murray State UniversityCommonwealth Honors

AcademyCHA is a three week academic,

personal, and social development program for outstanding high school students in the summer after their junior year.

Benefits of the Commonwealth Honors Academy:Three weeks of academic and

enrichment experience at MSUSix hours of tuition-free, transferable

university creditSix additional tuition-free credit hours

during the student’s senior year Guaranteed four-year, $2,000-per-year

housing scholarship to Murray State University

Collaboration with other honor students and outstanding university and secondary faculty in a campus living-learning environment

Commonwealth Honors Aacademy (CHA)

• Qualifications:– All students applying for the

Commonwealth Honors Academy should have a 3.5 GPA (on a 4 point scale) and a 25 Composite ACT score (or the equivalent PSAT, SAT, or PLAN score).

• The deadline for applications is March 1 of each year.

• http://www.murraystate.edu/cha/index.htm

Cha vs. gspCHA GSP

Three-week program on the Murray State campus

Five-week program on several campuses in

central Kentucky

Available to students from Kentucky and out of

state

Only open to Kentucky residents

No more than 150 students

300-350 students per campus

Graduates awarded a four-year, $2,000-per-

year housing scholarship to Murray State, if they

choose to attend

Graduates offered scholarships of varying amounts at many major universities in Kentucky

Graduates complete and receive credit for six hours of college-level

courses(and are eligible to take six additional cost-free

hours during their senior year)

No grades or course credit

$195 tuition processing fee*

No cost except for personal expenses.

Governor’s School for the

Arts• On-line GSA Summer

Program applications available beginning Oct. 1st

• Provides hands-on-arts opportunity for the states talented high school students who are dancers, actors, instrumental and vocal musicians, creative writers, future architects or visual artists.

GSA & ArtShopsEach fall, GSA schedules four workshops

in communities throughout Kentucky.  The purpose of these ArtShops is to

provide high school freshmen, sophomores and juniors with the opportunity to spend a day in a facility close to their hometown in a hands-on arts enrichment opportunity. 

Workshops are conducted by the region’s most outstanding teaching artists in nine arts disciplines that include architecture, creative writing, dance, drama, instrumental music, musical theatre, new media, visual art and vocal music. 

Students also learn about the GSA summer program, audition and application procedures, as well as other arts opportunities in their area.  Parents and teachers are informed of the specifics of

the summer program during an information session.

Governor’s School for the

Arts• Primary component

includes a three week summer residential program, regional arts workshops and master classes, college and career day and an artistic roster of performing and visual artists made up of GSA Alumni.

• For more info go to http://www.kentuckycenter.org/education-community-arts/gsa

•

Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs

(GSE)

The Governor's School for Entrepreneurs (GSE) is a college and career ready program giving Kentucky high school students a hands-on, experiential immersion into innovation and entrepreneurship in order to empower them to make a positive impact on their communities through innovation and to become business leaders of tomorrow.

A 3 week free residential program at Georgetown University (June 12 – July 2)

Individuals or teams in 9th – 11th grades can apply

Application process opens October 19th. Includes a 2 minute video, written application, and 2 letters of recommendation. Applications are due December 21, 2015

http://kentuckygse.com/

Hardin CountyYouth

Leadership• Applications available in

September in guidance office.

• The program’s objective is to develop leadership skills of future community leaders.

• Students will attend 8 sessions during the school year.

• Sessions will be held throughout Hardin County and will meet once per month during the school day.

• Students who complete the program will be recognized at the Youth Leadership graduation program in May.

• http://hardinchamber.com/about-hccc/youth-leadership-hardin-county/

APES Seminar• Applications available in

Guidance Office in Sept.• A 2-day workshop in Nov.

that provides competitive lessons on cooperatives, corporations, and the business world.

• Students actively solve real corporate problems.

• Six students are selected to attend State and have chance at Nationals.

• http://www.uky.edu/Ag/apes/students.html

• **The same students will not be selected for APES and Hardin County Youth Leadership

Girls and Boys State

• American Legion Boys States and Girls States are among the most respected andselective Educational Programs of Government instruction for High School students.

• They are participatory programs where each participant becomes a part of the operation of his or her Local, County and State Government.

Girls and Boys State

• During Boys State and Girls State programs, participants are exposed to the Rights, Privileges, Duties, and Responsibilities of Citizenship.

• Very similar to KYA program. Can qualify for Girls/Boys Nation.

• Applications sent to Guidance Office in the spring.

Boys State info: http://www.kyboysstate.org/

Girls State info: http://kyamlegionaux.org/girlsstate.html

U.S. Senate Youth Program

Any high school junior or senior student is eligible for the program provided he or she has not previously been a delegate to the program and is currently serving in a school wide, district, regional or state ELECTED capacity in a student government, civic or educational organization.

The U.S. Senate Youth Program offers two student leaders from each state a $5,000 college scholarship and an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, DC, to observe the U.S. Senate in action. It is funded entirely by the William Randolph Hearst Foundation.

Applicants must currently be serving in an elected capacity in any one of the following student government offices:  Student body president, vice-president,

secretary or treasurer Class president, vice-president, secretary or

treasurer Student council representative A student who

serves as a representative for a community, regional or district-level civic or education organization may also be nominated. 

In addition, applicants must also submit a completed application, official high school transcript and take a timed test.

http://osse.dc.gov/service/united-states-senate-youth-program-ussyp

Nolin RECC Youth Tour

• Nolin RECC sponsors a Youth Tour Contest for an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C. in the summer.

• In order to qualify you must receive electric service from Nolin.

• Application information is sent to Guidance office in early spring.

• http://www.nolinrecc.com/washingtonyouthtour.asp

Lincoln trail youth salute

The Lincoln Trail Youth Salute (of Hardin County, KY, and surrounding counties) is part of a national program sponsored by the National Council on Youth Leadership. NCYL is a non-profit organization.

Program Requirements:be a high school junior at time of entryhave a 3.0 GPAhave served in 2 peer-elected leadership

positionsbe an overall exemplary citizen

Students are nominated by their teachers and counselors to participate in the program.  Students’ applications are then evaluated by the LTYS committee.

Students accepted into the program will then participate in a photography session designed to highlight their interests and activities. There is no charge for the photography session.

www.ltys.org

Testing Informatio

n

ACT & SAT

ACT

• All take in March of Junior year (free of charge).

• Date – March 1st, 2016

• More info at http://www.actstudent.org/

•

ACT Test Dateswww.actstudent.orgTest Dates Registratio

n Deadline(Late Fee Required)

Sept 12, 2015

Aug 7, 2015

Aug 8 – Aug 21

Oct 24, 2015

Sept 18, 2015

Sept 19 – Oct 2

Dec 12, 2015

Nov 6, 2015

Nov 7 – Nov 20

Feb 6, 2016

Jan 8, 2016

Jan 9 – Jan 15

April 9, 2016

March 4, 2016

March 5 – March 18

June 11, 2016

May 6, 2016

May 7 – May 20

ACT Fee = $39.50ACT w/writing Fee = $56.50 **Fee waivers available for students on free/reduced lunch. See Mrs. Franklin for fee waiver.

ACT Test Preparation

• The best preparation is a solid high school curriculum

• Become familiar with the test content and format

•ACT includes four curriculum-based tests -- English, Math, Reading, and Science

ACT Test Preparation

• Method Test Prep (part of student’s ILP)

• ACT student website www.actstudent.org

• Take practice tests in booklet

• http://www.khanacademy.org/

SAT

• Should take in spring of Junior year.

• 3 areas: Verbal, Writing, and Mathematics

• Required Writing Component

• For more information:• https://sat.collegeboard.org/

home

SAT Test Dates

Test Date Registration Deadline

Late Registration

Oct 3, 2015 Sept 3, 2015 Sept 18

Nov 7, 2015 Oct 9, 2015 Oct 23

Dec 5, 2015 Nov 5, 2015 Nov 20

Jan 23, 2016 Dec 28, 2015

Jan 8

March 5, 2016

Feb 5, 2016 Feb 19

May 7, 2016 April 8, 2016 April 22

June 4, 2016 May 5, 2016 May 20SAT Fee (Oct – Jan) = $54.50 (with essay)SAT Fee (March – June) = $43SAT Subject Test Fee = $26 (registration fee) + $18 per test ($26 for language with listening tests)**Fee waivers available for students on free/reduced lunch. See Mrs. Franklin for fee waiver.

ACT vs. SATWhich test is better for

my student?

• Students with weak vocabulary will be hurt on the critical reading of the SAT. 

• Someone who is a good math person will do better on the ACT. 

• Students with no trig are slightly hurt on ACT. 

ACT vs. SATWhich test is better for

my student?

• Students flustered by charts and data interpretation will be hurt on ACT.

• Students who are not careful readers will be hurt more on the SAT.

• “Good testers” or students who are willing to be coached have an advantage on the SAT. 

PSAT/NMSQT

• College-bound 10th & 11th graders

• Measures critical reading, math problem-solving, and writing skills.

• The best preparation for the SAT Test.

• More info at https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10

• The only way for students to enter the

National Merit Scholarship Competition

PSAT

• The test will be given on Wednesday, Oct. 14th

• You must register online at

https://user.totalregistration.net/PSAT/180740

• Registration deadline is Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015

End of Course Assessments

• English 2, Algebra 2, Biology, & US History

• May, 2016• Two 45-minute multiple

choice tests for each subject

• Will count as 20% of yearly grade for class.

On-Demand Writing

• May, 2016– Part A – a stand alone

prompt, consisting of the student selecting one of two writing tasks – 40 minutes

– Part B – a passage based prompt, where the student will read a passage and respond to a prompt – 90 minutes

Short-termPlanning

ACTIVITIES

SPORTSCLUBSVOLUNTEER TIMECOMMUNITY SERVICECHURCH YOUTH

GROUPS

• Students should be keeping an updated resume of all activities, especially awards received or volunteer/community service hours logged.

THE PRE-COLLEGE CURRICULUM

English/Language Arts• 4 credits required: English I, II, III, IV (or AP English)

Mathematics• 3 credits required: Algebra I, Algebra

II, Geometry (or their equivalents). **Class of 2012 and beyond – Math required all 4 years of High School.

Science• 3 credits required: life science (Bio),

physical science (Chem), and earth/space science (Intro to Sci) - at least one lab course

Social Studies• 3 credits required: Survey

(Economics & Geography), World Civilization, & U.S.

History Health & Physical

Education• ½ credit required of each

THE PRE-COLLEGE CURRICULUM

History and Appreciation of Visual, Performing Arts

• 1 credit required of any Fine Arts course

•  Foreign Language• 2 credits required or demonstrated

competency  Electives• Requirement is 5 credits (3 rigorous)• Recommended strongly: 1 or more

courses develop computer skills

TOTAL CREDITS:22 [17 required credits; 5 elective credits]

Rigorous electives should be in social studies, science, math, English, arts and humanities, foreign language, and above the introductory level in business, marketing, and technology education.

NCAA/NAIA Information

NCAA - DIVISION I & II If you enroll in a Division I or II college and want to participate in athletics or receive an athletics scholarship during your first year, you must register with the Eligibility Center. www.eligibilitycenter.org

NAIA – If you enroll in an NAIA college and want to participate in athletics or receive an athletics scholarship during your first year, you must register with the Eligibility Center. www.playnaia.org

More information will be given at NCAA/NAIA Parent Night Wednesday, November 11th at 6 PM in the EHS Commons

Elizabethtown High School

Early Graduation CertificateBeginning 2014-15

Early Graduation CertificateBeginning 2014-15

Early Graduation Certificate

Awarded by the district and signed by the principal and superintendent, that shall make the recipient eligible for a scholarship award equal to one-half (1/2) of the state portion of the average statewide per pupil guaranteed base funding level, to be used at a Kentucky public two year community or technical college or a Kentucky four year public or non-profit independent institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

DefinitionA student meeting the performance criteria for graduation and doing so in three years or less of high school and before the age of 18.

Graduation RequirementsEarly Graduation is an amendment to 704 KAR 3:305, Minimum Requirements for Graduation. In the amended regulation, Early Graduation is an alternative path to graduation that does not require the 22 minimum credits for graduation.

Criteria• Meet proficiency

benchmarks on KBE required end-of-course exams (ENG II, ALG II, BIOLOGY, US HISTORY)

Meet CPE-ACT defined college readiness benchmarks (English = 18, Reading = 20,

Mathematics = 19)

End of Course Exam

BenchmarksBiology (154)

Freshman YearEng II (154) Sophomore

YearAlg II (148)

Varies*US History (147)

Junior Year

*Follows Alg I and Geometry

ACT ReadinessSchool administered ACT is in

spring of Junior Year.

Early Graduation students should take the ACT prior to the spring of anticipated graduation. Students will be allowed to test during one school sponsored test administration. Additional testing is at the student’s expense.

Incentives - Scholarship

One time scholarship equal to one-half (1/2) of the state portion of the average statewide per pupil guarantee for one year. This award amount is determined in the biennial budget for each fiscal year. For the academic year 2013-2014, the statewide per pupil guarantee was $3827 (half of that would be approximately $1913).

Incentives - Scholarship

• Early Graduation Certificate funds shall be available only during the academic year following graduation.

• The Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) will administer the scholarship; funds will be forwarded directly to the institute of higher education.

KEES – Fourth Year Award

Students must have attended a Kentucky high school for three years to be eligible for the KEES equivalent fourth year award. Otherwise, students are only eligible for KEES for the years they attended a Kentucky high school.

Success Indicators

• GPA – Student has demonstrated high academic potential in rigorous courses.

• Attendance – 95% average attendance rate

• Leadership – Letter of recommendation from a club sponsor or community member

• Discipline – Students should not have excessive behavior issues. This indicator will be reviewed on an individual basis.

Success Indicators

• Thoughtful conversations with families, counselors, and the student have occured

• Student is academic or career goal oriented with a reason for graduating early

• Student is emotionally mature – may be “out of step” with course progression - in order to meet Early Graduation requirements

Early GraduationEarly Graduation is not a “loop hole” or “short cut” to getting a diploma. The four courses required; English II, Algebra II, Biology and US History have been determined as courses that prepare students for college success without remediation. The ACT college readiness exam scores have strong correlations with student success in college. Students who wish to pursue Early Graduation who have not shown academic success in prior coursework or do not indicate the ability to self-regulate or study independently may not be good candidates for the program.

Intent – Intent letter must be

signed within the first 30 days of school.

–Students may withdraw from Early Graduation intentions at any time but must then meet all KY graduation requirements.

Not for Everyone• School Experience

(Senior Events)• Athletic Participation• Programs such as

Governor’s Scholars that occur after Junior Year

• Independent Living Skills• Academic Skills

ECTCSEEK Program

• Securing Educational Excellence in Kentucky (SEEK) students are those individuals who live in a county that has no Area Technology Center and who choose to pursue one of 12 designated technical programs.

• Students attend ECTC during their senior year, during which they fulfill established high school graduation requirements as well as complete college-level technical courses, at no cost for tuition.

• All SEEK students must provide their own transportation.

ECTCSEEK Program

• Requirements:– Be on track to graduate– Have no major discipline

infractions– Have a decent attendance

record– Have at least a 2.5 cumulative

GPA– Be interested in one of the

twelve technical programs– Have the appropriate test

scores for the program you are interested in

ECTC Technical Programs

• Air Conditioning Technology • Automotive Technology • Computer Aided Drafting • Computerized Manufacturing &

Machining • Construction Technology • Culinary Arts • Diesel Technology • Electrical Engineering Technology • Electrical Technology • Industrial Maintenance Technology • Plumbing Technology • Welding Technology

Other College OpportunitiesSenior Year

• WKU Dual-Credit – Fundamentals of Public

Speaking (taught at EHS)– Online classes

• http://www.wku.edu/dualcredit/

– Cost around $250 plus textbook• ECTC Dual-Credit

– College Algebra (taught at EHS)– English 101 & 102 (taught at

EHS)– Cost is $50 per semester plus

textbooks• ECTC Dual-Enrollment

– Students may take classes at ECTC

– Cost is regular tuition rate

College Planning

Consider College

Characteristics

• Majors & educational programs

• Type of school & degrees offered

• Admission policy

• Location & size

• Costs & financial aid

• College affiliation & accreditation

• Campus activities

• Support services

Source: ACT College Planning Guide

Remember, GPA is only ONE factor used for college admission and

scholarship decisions!

Remember, GPA is only ONE factor used for college admission and

scholarship decisions!

Source: ACT College Planning Guide

CampusVisits &

Interviews

List, Compare, and Visit Colleges

• Compile information from several resources:– Internet/Websites–College catalogs,

bulletins, & videos–College representatives

& college fairs–Counselors and

teachers–Parents, students, and

alumni

List, Compare, and Visit Colleges

• Prepare a college comparison checklist

• Weigh advantages & disadvantages

• Contact the office of admission

• Schedule appointments for your campus visits

Source: ACT College Planning Guide

Every campus has a

“personality”.

Every campus has a

“personality”.

Source: ACT College Planning Guide

Checklist for a Campus Visit

• Meet with an Admission Counselor to verify admission requirements

• Meet with a Financial Aid Officer/Scholarship Chairman to determine actual college costs and ask about financial aid opportunities

• Take a campus tour

Checklist for a Campus Visit

• Investigate academic program(s)

• Attend a class• Talk with students and

faculty• Discuss chances for

success:• admission• graduation• placement

Source: ACT College Planning Guide

FinancialAid

Develop a Plan

• Determine college costs

• Investigate ALL possible resources:–Savings–Prepaid Tuition Programs

–Financial aid: scholarships, grants, loans & work-study

Develop a Plan

• Secure necessary forms and note deadlines

• Apply for financial aid as early as possible (cannot file FAFSA until Jan. 1 of senior year)

Source: ACT College Planning Guide

Don’t eliminate any college because of

costs before receiving financial

assistance information!

Don’t eliminate any college because of

costs before receiving financial

assistance information!

Source: ACT College Planning Guide

KEES – KY Educational Excellence Scholarship

• KEES is a scholarship program that rewards students who earn C+ or better grades with scholarship money to attend one of Kentucky’s colleges or Technical schools.

• Students and parents can visit www.kheaa.com to see a complete listing of post-secondary schools that can accept the KEES scholarship and to find more information. Students are encouraged to create an account and check their KEES accounts at the end of each year.

KEES – Base AwardGPA Amount

2.5 $125

2.6 150

2.7 175

2.75 187

2.8 200

2.9 225

3.0 250

3.1 275

3.2 300

3.25 312

3.3 325

3.4 350

3.5 375

3.6 400

3.7 425

3.75 437

3.8 450

3.9 475

4.0 500

KEES – Bonus AwardAct Score Bonus

15 $36

16 71

17 107

18 143

19 179

20 214

21 250

22 286

23 321

24 357

25 393

26 428

27 464

28+ 500

What Does Postsecondary

Education Cost?Budget Items Colleges – Estimated Costs

2-Year Public Private

Tuition & Fees Room & Board Books & Supplies Transportation Miscellaneous Total Budget

Resources

Websites for Information

1. www.collegeboard.com - Information on SAT, online registration, college planning, financial aid

2. www.act.org and/or www.actstudent.org - Information on ACT, online registration, college planning, financial aid

3. www.kheaa.com - Access KEES account, virtual campus tours, financial aid & scholarship information

4. www.campustours.com- Virtual campus tours, choosing a college,

5. www.petersons.com - Information on college choices, scholarships, standardized test prep, etc.

6. www.fastweb.com- Find college financial aid, search for scholarships and get money for college

7. www.fafsa.ed.gov - Electronically submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

8. www.finaid.org - Comprehensive, free financial aid, testing, & college admissions info

9. www.college-scholarships.com - Information on college scholarships and financial aid, free college scholarship search

Websites for Information

10 www.bls.gov/ooh The Occupational Outlook Handbook is an invaluable tool. This site is very user friendly and has lots of information about every career imaginable. There is also labor market trend information.

11.money.cnn.com/tools/collegecost/collegecost.html – A CNN/Money website where students can find the annual cost of any four year college or university.

12. www.knowhow2go.org This site helps students look at what they need to do to prepare for college.

13. www.acinet.org Included on this site is career information, information about the job market in each state, and career videos. The videos are brief but informative.

14. www.vaview.vt.edu There is a wealth of information on this site for all grade levels. There are activities, printable newsletters, and tips for parents, etc.

15. www.tryengineering.org If you have students interested in engineering this site has lots of possibilities.

16. www.ctcl.org Colleges that Change Lives – Based on the book by Loren Pope, CTCL offers a unique perspective on liberal colleges.

17. http://educationusa.state.gov/ For students who are not US citizens and plan to pursue their college education in this country.