- Category: Scholarship-Information
October 2012 Scholarship List
- Category: SENIOR-PLANNING-GUIDE
Introduction and Senior Calendar
College Checklist and ASPIRE information
Community Colleges and Tech Schools
Admissions and College Testing
Paying for College
Military Options
2 and 4 year College Programs
Applications, Resumes and References
Websites
Another Option
For Young Men Only
- Category: Financial-Aid
To prepare for the online FAFSA application, fill this out:
2012-13 FAFSA Worksheet
After getting a PIN number for both you and your parent, and after filling out the Worksheet,
complete the FAFSA application online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/
See the following link for a simplified presentation of "How to Fill out the FAFSA."
http://www.finaid.ucsb.edu/FAFSASimplification/index.html
- Category: Career-Information
Login for career assessment, scholarship and job information
Oregon Career Information System
Students complete assessments using the CIS during Future Focus class and Economics.
- Category: College-Testing
Test Registration Information & Dates
- Category: When-Counselors-See-Students
The delivery of the program assures every student the following contacts through grades 9-12.
Grades 9-12 Every student meets with an Advisor, at least eighteen times per year
(see Advisory link on Counseling homepage for Advisory Topics)
Grades 9-12 as scheduled by students; individual appointments are available to see the
Intervention Specialist, STC Coordinator, or Academic Counselor
However, please note the following restriction regarding student appointments:
Student requested appointments with the Academic Counselors are not available during Schedule Change periods (Two weeks before each term and the first week of each term)
Grade 9 Freshmen receive group guidance from Academic Counselor in English class
(presentation on four year course planning and college requirements)
Grade 10 Sophomores receive group guidance from Academic Counselor in Future Focus class
(presentation on course planning and college requirements)
Grade 10 Sophomores take Future Focus class for career research and planning
(Mock interviews, job shadows, and presentations planned by STC Coordinator)
Grade 11 Juniors are visited by an Academic Counselor during an advisory session
to emphasize key planning information for the senior year and beyond.
Grade 11 Juniors meet as an entire class during advisory for a presentation by counselors and administrators.
Grade 12 Seniors attend individual Senior Planning Meetings with Academic Counselor
(personalized credit check and post high school planning information)
Grade 12 Seniors receive group guidance from Academic Counselor and STC Coordinator
in Economics class for completion of Portfolio items.
Grade 12 Seniors meet as an entire class during advisory for a presentation by counselors and administrators.
NOTE: Communication with the Counselors is also available via phone calls and email
- Category: Career-Information
http://www.mypathcareers.org/
- Category: College-Testing
Both tests assess students in three sections (English, Math, and Writing). The ACT also includes a fourth section, Science. The SAT is considered a reasoning test, so some of the test measures a student's ability to think through new or novel situations. The ACT is considered an achievement test, so it only measures what curriculum students have learned and retained. The SAT has scores ranging up to 800 in each of the three sections, for a total possible score of 2400. A good score for the SAT is 1500 and higher. The ACT has scores ranging up to 36 in each of the four sections, and they also give a composite or average score. A good score for the ACT is 22 and higher.
A student can take the tests as often as they would like, however 2-3 times is on average when scores are the highest. Most colleges will combine the best sub-scores from multiple tests to get a best representation of a student's ability. Test preparation usually improves test scores, and options vary from self-prep to test prep classes to simply taking the PSAT (Practice SAT) and reviewing results.
It is recommended that top students take the SAT or ACT for the first time at the end of their junior year. Then they can take the test a second time, if so desired, in the early fall of the senior year. This will allow time for the student to have scores sent to colleges between December - February, when most college applications are due.
To register for the SAT, and/or get prep materials, go to http://www.collegeboard.com/
To register for the ACT, and/or get prep materials, go to http://www.actstudent.org/index.html
Other Self-prep options include acquiring prep books from the public library or local book store, or visiting sites, like http://www.number2.com/
or http://www.testprepreview.com/
or http://www.actexampracticetests.com/
or http://www.kaptest.com/
or students can access Peterson/s Test Prep through the CHS created CIS Portfolio, http://oregoncis.uoregon.edu/login/login.aspx
For prep classes, students can sign up for classes from:
Saturday Academy, http://www.saturdayacademy.org/
Marylhurst, http://www.marylhurst.edu/aboutmarylhurst/pressrelease20100302.php
Or register for a local test prep class for only $135, offered through Canby Community Education (come to CHS Counseling for the sign up form).
- Category: Advisory-Information
PURPOSE OF ADVISORY:
(1) Increasing students’ self-monitoring of their school progress
(2) Increasing students’ knowledge of specific graduation requirements
(3) Improving students’ knowledge of and access to post high school info
(4) Improving student goal setting and personal planning
(5) Increasing student utilization of school resources
CONTENT: (White Notebooks)
Through approximately twenty yearly advisory sessions, over four years, students review:
(1) Transcripts, State Assessment Reports, CHS Grade Reports, Attendance Reports
(2) Graduation and Portfolio Requirements (Credits, Career Related, Other)
(3) Reasons to Stay in School, College Degrees, College Testing, Scholarships, etc.
(4) Forecasting, Career Information & Resources, Updating Career Plans & MAPPs
(5) How to get help (Math & English Labs, etc.) & How to make up credits
The Advisory Topics are as follows:
Freshman Advisory Topics
Sophomore Advisory Topics
Junior Advisory Topics
Senior Advisory Topics
- Category: College-Information
You don't need to be a “brain.” You do need to show a willingness to learn. You don't have to have lots of money. You do need to be willing to work. You don't have to be an outstanding athlete. You do need to be involved in a variety of activities. Colleges are interested in a well-rounded individual who has participated in many areas of high school life. The best advice we could give is to get involved—join—participate—learn.
What are My Choices?
Generally speaking, all colleges fall into one of two categories: State-Supported Colleges —
institutions which are supported by public funds and tax monies; or Independent Colleges and
Universities which are institutions that are not supported by tax money. The schools may be church affiliated or totally independent of both state and church support.
State-Supported colleges and universities in the state of Oregon are either 2- or 4-year schools. The 2-year schools are all community colleges. They offer a wide variety of special vocational training programs, as well as college transfer programs of study.
Usually the state-supported colleges and universities, whether 4-year institutions or community colleges, are less expensive than independent or private colleges. This is because they are tax supported. All state-supported 4-year institutions will be very similar in cost for any Oregon resident. The variations are minor and are detailed in the specific college catalog. The programs available will vary quite a bit; again, this is where the college catalog or website comes in. Conversely, many independent or private colleges will be more expensive, but able to offer a more attractive financial aid package because they are not state supported.
NACAC NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIRS
FACTORS TO CONSIDER..when choosing a college
COST
•What are the costs for tuition?
•Room and board? Are there other fees?
•How much did costs increase from last year to this year?
•Is there a difference in the costs for in-state and out-of-state students?
•Are accepted students required to place deposits for tuition and housing? Are these refundable?
•By when must accepted students decide whether they will attend?
•Are deposits required each year for returning students?
•When do the bills have to be paid?
COLLEGE CHARACTERISTICS
•Where is the college located (city, suburb, small town, rural setting)?
•What is the surrounding community like?
•Is the college public, private, church affiliated?
•What is the current student enrollment?
•What special or unique programs are offered?
•Does the college have general education or course distribution requirements? What are they?
•Does the college have special programs for transfer students?
•What is the academic calendar (semesters, quarters)?
SOCIAL LIFE
•What is the average age of the student body?
•What is the male-to-female ratio?
•What percent of students reside on-campus?
•Are dorms co-ed or single sex?
•Is it a "suitcase college" where all the students leave on the weekends?
•What are the procedures for selecting a roommate?
•What are some of the rules and regulations that govern campus and dormitory life?
FINANCIAL AID
•What percent of students receive financial aid based on financial need?
•What percent of students receive scholarships based on academic ability?
•What would be a typical financial aid package for a freshman?
•What percent of those who apply for financial aid receive it?
•Will my financial aid be adjusted if my need increases?
•What are financial aid application procedures and deadlines?
•When are financial aid applicants notified of their awards?
•How long do they have to respond? Is there a tuition payment plan?
•Are there campus jobs available? Are there off-campus jobs as well?
STUDENT POPULATION
•Where do the majority of students come from?
•Do most of the students commute or live on-campus?
•What types of student activities are there? Are sororities and fraternities on-campus?
•What athletic programs are available?
•Is the surrounding community supportive of the college?
•Does the college have a campus visitation program?
•Is housing available / guaranteed for freshman? Is it available for all four years?
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
•What high school courses are required?
•Are entrance tests required? Which ones' What scores are acceptable?
•Is a certain grade point average or class rank required?
•Will my activities and school involvement be considered?
•Is there an essay on the application? Is it read?
•Is there an early decision or early action plan?
•On what basis are applicants accepted?
•Are personal interviews or letters of recommendation required?
•Do certain majors have special requirements?
•What percent of applicants are accepted?
•Can admission denials be appealed?
•What are the application filing dates?
ACADEMICS
•What is the average class size? Largest? Smallest?
•How many students in last year's freshman class returned for their sophomore year?
•What was the grade point average for the freshman class last year?
•What is the college's procedure for student orientation, class placement and scheduling? Are classes guaranteed?
•How is a faculty advisor assigned to students?
•What services does the school offer for the student who is undecided about a major?
•How many students complete a degree? What are the most popular majors?
•Are students taught by full-time faculty members, graduate assistants, or a combination of both?
What types of additional services are provided by the school at no additional cost to the student (e.g. tutoring, career and personal counseling, developmental reading and study skills workshops, job placement)?
Is there an honors program? What are the qualifications for entry?
Compiled from various sources by the National College Fairs Staff
Summary of the College or School Application Process
1. Do the groundwork. Look at websites, review catalogs, write for information, visit campuses, and seek advice from people who have experience and/or expertise in this area.
2. Take the appropriate admissions tests.
3. Decide where you wish to apply. Many schools provide on-line applications and may waive
application fees. Check the school's website.
4. Make sure that you meet the admission requirements for the program that you want.
5. Request letters of recommendation if needed. Give your references at least 2 weeks notice. Provide references with a written list of your interests and activities.
6. Submit the admission application by the date required. Be sure to include all supporting data such
as transcripts, references and personal statements or essays.
7. Submit the FAFSA as soon as possible after January 1 st , in order to start the financial aid process. Applying on-line usually results in quicker response.
8. Apply to each school for financial aid and scholarships.
9. Apply for local and other financial aid and scholarships.
10. Confirm admission by sending in any required deposits.
11. Apply for on-campus housing.
12. Make an appointment with the institution's Financial Aid Officer.
13. Attend orientation, if offered.
14. Register for classes.
- Category: Scholarship-Information
(Little ways to help win big bucks)
Scholarships are awarded to the students who can show on paper that they are the most qualified applicants. Incomplete and messy applications may be passed over in favor of neater and thoroughly completed applications. Careful preparation will increase your chances of success.
The Basics
Deadline: don’t miss it. Start early, especially if you need references or transcripts.
Follow directions exactly: Many applications are designed to check how well you follow directions. Instructions mean what they say: “In your own handwriting” (print neatly), “Typed” (printed from computer), “In the space below” (write here not on attached paper), etc.
Neatness: Print using black ink. Word process whenever possible. Most applications are available online and should be completed on a computer. Some can be scanned in, completed and then printed for a neater appearance.
Spelling and grammar: Use a dictionary and spell-check. Read it back to yourself out loud. Have a teacher or parent proofread the application.
Answer everything: Don’t leave any blanks empty (unless told to), write “none” or “N/A” (not applicable) where appropriate.
References
Choose carefully: Be sure what type of references are requested (sometimes a teacher of a specific class or an advisor of a particular club). If unspecified then give a variety of carefully chosen references. Good choices include pastor, employers, teachers, counselor, club advisor, or long-time family friend (not a peer or family member).
Ask: ALWAYS GET PERMISSION BEFORE USING A PERSON AS A REFERENCE.
Attached recommendations: If letters of reference are to be included with the application:
Give the person at least 2 weeks to write the letter. You will get a better reference.
Tell them about the scholarship and what the judging criteria are. For example if it is based on leadership skills, communication skills, sportsmanship, volunteerism, etc., the person can specifically address their knowledge of you in that area.
Short Answer or Essay-type Questions
Thorough and exact: Thoroughly answer all parts of the question asked.
Length: Follow guidelines for length; more isn’t always better.
Proofread: Write a rough draft, proofread, and then copy onto the application. Concise, well-worded, neat, and grammatically correct answers will impress.
Help Yourself
Keep a file of your important information handy and updated so you don’t have to look it up each time. Jobs, clubs, awards, activities, references, etc. Save copies of applications and essays, often you can use the same thing again with minor changes. This includes papers you have written for school. Sometimes you can use an application essay to meet the requirements of a class assignment and get double benefit for the time you spend.
- Category: College-Information
WANT TO GO TO COLLEGE IN ANOTHER WESTERN STATE BUT DON’T WANT TO PAY OUT-OF-STATE TUITION?
WESTERN UNDERGRADUATE EXCHANGE – Many 2 and 4 year colleges in 15 Western states participate in this program that allows reduced tuition rates for undergraduates. For more information, see the website at Western Undergraduate Exchangeor see the information in the Counseling Office. The participating states are Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming.
- Category: Advanced-College-Credit-Information
ADVANCED COLLEGE CREDIT
Canby High School
These college credits can be used at Clackamas Community College or transferred to
another college or university. These courses are offered at Canby High School:
CHS COURSE /CCC EQUIVALENTS /CCC CREDITS
Accounting II /BA111 /3 credits
Advanced Placement English /WR121, ENG104, ENG 106 /4 credits each
Intro. to Speech /SP 101 /3 credits
*Debate and Argumentation /SP 112 /4 credits
Adv. Speech /SP 111 /4 credits
Children's Art & Literature /ED 150 /3 credits
Education & Human Dev. 1 /HDF 225 /3 credits
Education & Human Dev. 2 /HDF247 /3 credits
Equipment Maintenance & Repair /HOR 230 /3 credits
Floriculture II /HOR 232 /3 credits
Floriculture III /HOR 248 /3 credits
German III /GER 101, 102, 103 /4 credits each
Graphic Design 2 /ART 225 /3 credits
Health Occupations and Medical Terminology II /MA110 /3 credits
Landscaping (Fall) /HOR 224 /3 credits
Landscaping (Spring) /HOR123 /3 credits
Natural Resources /HOR211 /1 credit
Pre-Calculus /MTH 111, MTH 112 /5 credits each
AP Calculus /MTH 251, MTH 252 /5 credits each
Production Horticulture /HOR 142, HOR 242 /3 credits each
Spanish III /SPN 101, 102, 103 /4 credits each
Teaching for Tomorrow 1 /ECE 150 /3 credits
*World Literature /WR 121, ENG 106 /3 credits, 4 credits
*Not offered in 2012-2013
- Category: College-Information
Concordia University www.cu-portland.edu
Corban University www.corban.edu
Eugene Bible College www.ebc.edu
George Fox University www.georgefox.edu
Heald College www.heald.edu
Lewis & Clark College www.lclark.edu
Linfield College www.linfield.edu
Marylhurst University www.marylhurst.edu
Multnomah Bible College www.multnomah.edu
Northwest Christian College www.nwcc.edu
Pacific Northwest College of Art www.pnca.edu
Pacific University www.pacificu.edu
Reed College www.reed.edu
University of Portland www.up.edu
Warner Pacific College www.warnerpacific.edu
Western States Chiropractic www.wschiro.edu
Willamette University www.willamette.edu
- Category: College-Information
Central Oregon CC www.cocc.edu
Chemeketa CC www.chemeketa.edu
Clackamas CC www.clackamas.edu
Clatsop CC www.clatsop.cc.or.us
Columbia Gorge CC www.cgcc.cc.or.us
Klamath CC www.kcc.cc.or.us
Lane CC www.lanecc.edu
Linn-Benton www.linnbenton.edu
Mt. Hood CC www.mhcc.edu
Oregon Coast CC www.occc.cc.or.us
Portland CC www.pcc.edu
Rogue CC www.roguecc.edu
Southwestern Oregon CC www.socc.edu
Tillamook Bay CC www.tbcc.cc.or.us
Treasure Valley CC www.tvcc.cc.or.us
Umpqua CC www.umpqua.cc.or.us
- Category: College-Information
Oregon Institute of Technology www.oit.edu
Oregon State University www.oregonstate.edu
Portland State University www.pdx.edu
Southern Oregon University www.sou.edu
University of Oregon www.uoregon.edu
Western Oregon University www.wou.edu
- Category: Proficiency-Based-Credit
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PBC Application Page 1
PBC Application Page 2
- Category: Economics-CIS-Portfolio-Instructions
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- Category: NCAA-Eligibility
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