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Navigating Senior Year
We Are Red Hawks!
Hiawatha High Graduation Requirements English 4 credits Social Science 3 credits Math 3 credits Natural Science 3 credits PE & Health 1 credit Practical Arts 1.5 credits .5 Credit Computer Applications additional credits can be earned by taking Business/Computer, Health Science, Industrial Technology & Agricultural Science classes
Fine Arts 1 credit Electives 10.5 credits
Graduation with HonorsStudents must complete the following curriculum in order to be eligible for graduation with honors. In doing so, students may graduate with the following honors:o Summa cum Laude-cumulative GPA of 3.95 or aboveo Magna cum Laude-cumulative GPA of 3.80 & 3.94o Cum Laude-cumulative GPA between 3.65 & 3.79
Kansas Qualified Admissions
English 4 credits Math 3 credits (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II or
any course with Algebra II as prerequisite as well as ACT score of 22 on Math
OR 4 credits (Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra II, any course with Algebra II as a prerequisite)
Natural Science 3 credits (Earth Space Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physical Science, Advanced Biology; 1 must be Chemistry or Physics)
Social Science 3 credits (U.S. History, U.S. Government, Geography)
Electives 3 credits (English, Math, Natural Science, Social Science, Computer/Information Systems, Speech, Debate, Forensics, Career &
Technical Education, Foreign Language, Personal Finance, Journalism, Fine Arts)
*Foreign Language Not Required
And
ACT composite score of 21 or higher; OR SAT score of 980 or higher; OR Graduate in the top one-third of their class If applicable, achieve a 2.0 GPA or higher on any
college credit taken in high school.
Honors Graduation: CitizenshipSeniors have the opportunity to graduate with “honors” based on citizenship during their senior year. The criteria for this program are as follows: 98% of class work handed in on time 97% attendance No significant discipline issues 5 points from active involvement
• 2 points from community service (10 hours = 1 pt.)• 1 point from active participation in a school
organization or activity• The remaining 2 points from a combination of
community service and participation in school organizations.
Kansas Scholars
Students that complete the following curriculum and meet the requirements stated below, may be designated as State Scholars. Students must have taken the ACT between April
of the sophomore year and December of the senior year.
Students must be a Kansas resident Students must have their curriculum and 7th
semester GPA certified on the official roster by the high school counselor, registrar, or similar official
Kansas Scholars Curriculum
English 4 credits Math 4 credits (Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry
and 1 of the following: Analytic Geometry, Trigonometry, Advanced Algebra, Probability & Statistics, Functions & Calculus; *Algebra I taken in the 8th grade for high school credit is accepted)
Natural Science 3 credits (Biology, Chemistry and Physics. A fourth year of science is recommended)
Social Science 3 credits (U.S. History, U.S. Government, Geography)
Foreign Language 2 credits (must be the same foreign language)
Why do all of this?· Employment: In today’s world it is more difficult to go directly
to work after high school. It is difficult to earn a good wage because high school alone doesn’t provide enough training to compete in this highly technical environment.
· Technical College: With society so dependent on skilled workers, the technical college will play a major role in employment. These colleges provide intensive training in specific skill areas and take less time for program completion. Education here can be transferred to other colleges for further study.
· Apprenticeships: An apprenticeship is a very organized training program. You work, are paid, and end up certified by a specific trade organization. At this point salary usually jumps significantly!
· 2/4 Year Colleges: No matter what college you attend, you must be both prepared and willing to pay. It is important you not only feel comfortable with where you are going but also set goals and have a specific idea of a career path.
· The Military: The military provides intensive skills training as well as leadership training.
Selective Service
Upon reaching the age of eighteen, all males are required by law to register with the Selective Service. This can be done on the internet before their 18th birthday or within one month after their birthday. Federal financial aid will be withheld if not registered with the Selective Service. To register, see www.sss.gov
Tackling the Tests• ACT
• SAT
• Kansas Area Technical Schools administer specialized tests to applicants after the formal application is processed.
ACTTest Date Registration
DeadlineLate Registration
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September 13 August 8 August 9-22 September 5
October 25 September 19 Sept 20-Oct 3 October 17
December 13 November 7 November 8-21
December 5
February 7 January 09 January 10-16 January 30
April 18 March 13 March 14-27 April 10
June 13 May 8 May 9-22 June 5Test sites are available at Sabetha High School, Falls City High School, and Highland Community College. The Hiawatha High School code number required for registration is 171-335. Students may register online at www.actstudent.org. The fee of $38.
ACT PrepPrior to the October test, Hiawatha High School will provide review sessions in the following subjects:
English Math Science Reading
An initial $20 fee will be collected. However, $15 will be refunded if the student attends three of the four sessions. Watch announcements for further detail.
http://www.act.org/aap/pdf/Preparing-for-the-ACT.pdf
SAT
Registration for the SAT can be found at www.sat.collegeboard.org/home. The registration code number for Hiawatha High School is 171-335.
Test Date Registration Deadline
October 11 September 12
November 8 October 9
December 6 November 6
January 24 December 29
March 14 February 13
May 2 April 6
June 6 May 8
Money, Money, Money
FAFSAwww.fafsa.ed.govwww.pin.ed.govScholarshipswww.fastweb.comwww.scholarships.comwww.salliemae.com/scholarshipKu and K-State have a November 1st deadline for premiere scholarships
A financial aid meeting for seniors and parents will be held in January. It will provide important information and FAFSA forms necessary for the various types of financial aid that is available. Parents and students need to complete their tax returns by mid-February so the financial aid form can be submitted by March 1 or the school’s priority deadline.
College Selection Process; Consider College Characteristics
Majors and programs Degrees offered Accreditation status Admission requirements Location and size Costs and financial aid Campus activities Student support services
Colleges, scholarship committees and potential employers will look at a few aspects within their transcript…
Course selection: Encourage your child to challenge their self with a rigorous course load and high-level classes, including advanced and dual credit courses
Grades: Every year counts, starting with freshman year.
GPA trends: Keep improving through every grade.
Class rank: determined by their GPA
Visit the College/Talk with Admissions Rep
Two visits are allowed per year and are excused if verification of the visits are given to the office upon the student’s return.
Things to consider during your visit:• Guided Tour• Meet with Financial Aid Counselor• Meet with a professor in the are you want to study• Meet with an admissions counselor• Sit in on a class• Eat in the cafeteria• Visit the fitness facilities, library, career center and bookstore.
Questions to ask during your visit:• What are the best reasons to attend your college?• What do students do during free time and weekends?• What are the average class sizes?• How much time is spent outside of class on classwork?• What percentage of students receive financial aid?
Applications & AdmissionsIt is important to apply for admission to post-secondary schools during September. By applying in September, the student will begin to receive valuable information concerning classes, housing, enrollment, scholarships, and financial aid from each school.
If the application requires teacher or counselor recommendations, allow 2 weeks for completion and provide them with a copy of your resume to help with the process.
Requesting Official Transcripts can be done in the counseling office.
Helpful Sites
www.collegecost.ed.gov
www.bigfuture.org
Communication• Text Caster• District Web Page www.hiawathaschools.org; go to High School;
select Counseling Services or Scholarships• Email• Telephone• Regular Mail
Counseling Office:Stacie Mayer, High School [email protected]
Annie Ceniza, Counseling [email protected]
We Are Red Hawks!