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Manvel High School SENIOR PARENT/STUDENT PRESENTATION SEPTEMBER 20, 2017
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Manvel High SchoolSENIOR PARENT/STUDENT PRESENTATION SEPTEMBER 20, 2017
MANVEL HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELORS
▪ Alfredia Foster (Lead Counselor) [email protected] (281) 245-2921
▪ Enitsha Cooper (A) [email protected] (281) 245-2218
▪ Kushana Collier (B-Flor) [email protected] (281) 245-2242
▪ Jamie McRae (Flow-Lop) [email protected] (281) 245-2114
▪ Ashley Burns (Lor-Roc) [email protected] (281) 245-2875
▪ Amanda Wade (Rod-Z) [email protected] (281) 245-2089
▪ Monica Silvas (ACC Academic Advisor) [email protected] (281) 245-2928
▪ Beth Bartlett (Counselor Clerk) [email protected] (281) 245-2249
SENIOR Classification
▪Students must have earned a total of 19 credits to be classified as a senior at the beginning of the year. ▪4th year students are reclassified at the end of fall semester.
SENIOR FALL UPDATE MEETING(SEPT. 19 - OCT. 19th)
▪ Transcript Review (Credit Check - update audit sheet)
▪ GPA /Class Rank
▪ Current schedule
▪ Graduation Requirements/Endorsements/DLA/Performance Acknowledgements
▪ Credit Recovery
▪ EOC testing
▪ SAT/ACT/TSI Testing
▪ College Application Process
▪ Update letter mailed home to parent
Graduation Requirements
Foundation High Program
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Foundation Plan + Endorsements
Courses Required Credits
English (English I, English II, English III + 4th English credit) 4 credits
Math (Alg. 1, Geometry, 2 Adv. Math credit) 4 Credits
Science (Biology, 3 Adv. Science credits) 4 Credits
3 Social Studies (US History, Govt., Econ., & World Hist. or W. Geo.)
3 Credits
Languages other than English (LOTE 1 + LOTE 2) 2 Credits
Fine Art (Art, Band, Choir, Theater Arts, Dance, Floral Design) 1 Credit
PE 1 Credit
Speech ½ Credit
Electives 6 ½ Credits
TOTAL STATE CREDITS 26 Credits8
Endorsements
Arts and Humanities Business and Industry
Public Services STEM
Multidisciplinary
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Distinguished Level of Achievement
● Successfully completing the curriculum requirements for the Foundation High School Program
● Completing at least one endorsement● Completing 4 credits in English, 4 credits in Science and 4 credits in math to
include Algebra 2.
To qualify for Top 10% Automatic Admissions, students must graduate at the Distinguished Level of Achievement.
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Performance Acknowledgements
Students may earn performance acknowledgement for outstanding performance in/on one of the following:
1. Dual Credit Courses2. AP Exam3. PSAT, SAT, ACT4. Bilingualism or Biliteracy5. Obtaining a national or internationally business or industry certification or
license.
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CREDIT RECOVERY OPTIONS
▪ Credit Recovery Exam – failing grade in course is between 60-69% ($25 per exam). Exams are given at MHS with Credit Recovery Teacher.
▪ Online Credit Recovery (Edgenuity) – failing grade in course below 60%. ▪ Enrolled in a credit recovery class during the school day. ▪ Work can be done after school/from home as well. Test must be taken at
MHS.▪ Lab is open Monday and Friday from 3:00-5:00 Library
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 3:00-5:00 Rm. C120▪ Grades earned via credit recovery options will be recorded on the
student's transcript, but will not be calculated into the student's GPA.
Edgenuity is not an approved non-traditional course option with NCAA. Student athletes are encouraged to re-enroll in any failed course.
STAAR EOC TESTING
Retest Dates
December 4th English 1
December 5th Algebra 1 & USH
December 6th English 2
December 7th Biology
Passing Standards
English 1 Level 2 (3750)
English 2 Level 2 (3750)
Algebra 1 Level 2 (3500)
Biology Level 2 (3500)
US Hist. Level 2 (3500)
MANVEL HIGH SCHOOL GPA/RANK
Preliminary Rank : 542 Seniors (June 2017)
▪ 1st Quarter (1 - 135)
▪ 2nd Quarter (136 - 270)
▪ 3rd Quarter (271 - 405)
▪ 4th Quarter (406 - 542)
Rank is based on the 6.0 weighted grading scale
Final GPA/Ranking will be done in April 2018.
Valedictorian/Salutatorian and Top 10% will be finalized in April 2018
ARTICULATION CREDIT
▪ Alvin ISD has an Articulation Agreement with Alvin Community College.
▪ These courses allow students to earn college credit while in high school.
▪ Students must have a final passing grade of 80% or higher to be able to earn the credit.
▪ These credits will ONLY transfer with students attending Alvin Community College after they graduate from high school
▪ These credits will not automatically go on the student's college transcript. Your student must apply for articulation credit at ACC within the first 15 months after graduating from high school.
▪ Articulated Credit Courses are NOT Dual Credit courses
ARTICULATED CREDIT COURSES▪ Child Guidance
▪ Instructional Practice in Education and Training
▪ Practicum in Education and Training
▪ Audio Video Production
▪ Advanced AV Production
▪ Practicum in AV Production
▪ Computer Maintenance
▪ Law Enforcement 1
▪ Forensic Science
▪ Lifetime Nutrition & Wellness
▪ Culinary Arts
▪ Principles of Health Science
▪ Medical Terminology
▪ Principles of Construction
▪ Introduction to Engineering Design
ARTICULATED CREDIT COURSES▪ Business Information Mgt.
▪ Entrepreneurship
▪ Anatomy and Physiology
▪ Touch System Data Entry
SAT/ACT TESTING
Rebecca Root
Advanced Academic Specialist
ADVANCED ACADEMICS CONTACT
Name Rebecca Root
Email [email protected]
Phone 281-245-2253
Website www.alvinisd.net/Domain/1868
Twitter @MHSAdvAca
Room B123
2017 SAT/ACT DATES & REGISTRATION DEADLINES
Test Date Registration Deadline
Late Registration Deadline
Registration Site
SAT – August 26, 2017 July 28, 2017 August 15,, 2017 www.collegeboard.org
ACT – September 9, 2017 August 4, 2017 August 18, 2017 www.act.org
SAT – October 7, 2017 September 8, 2017 September 27, 2017 www.collegeboard.org
ACT – October 28, 2017 September 22, 2017 October 6, 2017 www.act.org
SAT – November 4, 2017 October 5, 2017 October 25, 2017 www.collegeboard.org
SAT – December 2, 2017 November 2, 2017 November 21, 2017 www.collegeboard.org
ACT – December 9, 2017 November 3, 2017 November 17, 2017 www.act.org
COSTSAmount Item Item Amount
$46 SAT ACT (no writing) $46
$60 SAT with Essay ACT with writing $62.50
$26 + $21 for each subject
SAT Subject Tests
$29 Late Registration Late Registration $29.50
$29 Test center, date, or test change
Test center, date, or test change
$26
4 included Score report requests at registration
Score report requests at registration
4 included
Free Scores by web Scores by web Free
17-18 SAT/ACT TEST PREP DATES
SATSeptember 21 -AHS
October 21 - MHS
November 11 - SCHS
February 17 - SCHS
April 14 - AHS
May 19 - MHS
ACTOctober 14 - SCHS
November 18 - MHS
January 27 - SCHS
March 24 - AHS
May 19 - AHS
June 16 - MHS
Registration form is online at the MHS Advanced Academics page along with prep resources.
RESOURCES
SAT▪ Khan Academy (free)▪ satpractice.org▪ Sample Practice Questions▪ Study Plan
▪ The Official SAT Guide
ACT▪ actstudent.org▪ Sample Practice Questions▪ One Full Test▪ Test Tips
▪ The Official ACT Prep Guide
▪ ACT Online Prep ($)
Short quiz to determine which test might be a better fit:https://www.kaptest.com/inside-the-tests/act-vs-sat
COLLEGE AND CAREER Information
Requesting TranscriptsClick Here to Request Transcripts
▪ Complete all requested information▪ Request is sent directly to registrar who sends
transcript to desired location
Link is also on MHS Counselor Web Page, Requesting Transcripts Tab
TESTING & FEE WAIVERS College Entrance exams are: SAT – apply at sat.collegeboard.orgACT – apply at actstudent.org Depending on the school you are applying to or the major you are selecting you may also want and need to take an SAT Subject Test.
If you are eligible for free/reduced lunch you will be eligible for fee waivers for the following:
SAT, ACT, NCAA Eligibility Center and some collegeapplications
APPLYING▪ Apply Texas for in-state schools - applytexas.org ( Texas A&M, Univeristy of
Houston, UT Austin)
▪ Common Application for out-of-state schools commonapp.org/ ( Rice, Southern Methodist, Texas Christian University)
▪ If your school is not on either of these networks- you will need to visit the school website for application instructions
▪ Open Enrollment – Junior colleges, 2 year schools
▪ Holistic Review process – During holistic review, we consider academic achievement, personal achievement, and special circumstances (UT Austin).
▪ Early Decision plans are binding — a student who is accepted as an ED applicant must attend the college.
▪ Early Action plans are nonbinding — students receive an early response to their application but do not have to commit to the college until the normal reply date of May 1.
▪ Early applications look favorable and may be considered for scholarships
ADMISSIONS, WHAT MAKES YOU AN ATTRACTIVE CANDIDATE? ▪ Transcript (types of courses)
▪ Test Scores
▪ Essay
▪ Expanded Resume
▪ Achievements/Distinguishing Characteristics/ Honors/Awards
▪ Leadership Positions/Qualities
▪ Unique Talent/Athletic Talent
▪ Diversity in background/Life Experience /Interest
▪ Letters of Recommendation
▪ It is recommended to register during 10th grade. Students must be cleared by the eligibility center before they can receive athletic scholarships or compete at a Division I or Division II institution. ▪Division I Qualifier GPA requirement: 2.3 (core courses only)▪Must meet 16 Core Course Requirements (English, Math, Science, Social Studies, LOTE)▪HS Transcripts are uploaded to the NCAA Eligibility Center by registrar at MHS
▪Fee is $75
▪Fee waivers available
▪For registration and information visit:
▪www.eligibilitycenter.org
MILITARY CHOICES & BENEFITS
▪ Army
▪ Marines
▪ Navy
▪ Air Force
▪ National Guard
▪ Coast Guard
▪ Hazelwood Act – (Texas Residents) If you are a veteran in good standing that did not use your educational benefits your child is eligible to use benefits.
▪ Each branch offers a variety of educational benefits please contact recruiters for details
▪ Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) $180,000 Scholarship Opportunity- www.nrotc.navy.mil
▪ Airforce- www.afrotc.com/scholarships for more information
▪ ASVAB will be given on October 11, 2017 at MHS 8:00 am
STUDENT FINANCIAL AID
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
▪ Available October 1, 2017 at fafsa.gov▪ The earlier date is a permanent change▪ Earlier Income Info Required▪ 2015 tax/income information required▪ IRS Data Retrieval Tool available October
1st.
FAFSA Changes
Changes to the FAFSA Process for 2017-18
If you plan to attend college from
You will submit this FAFSA
You can submit the FAFSA from
Using Income and Tax information from
July 1, 2017 - June 30, 2018 2017-2018 Oct. 1, 2016 - June 30, 2018 2015
July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2019 2018-2019 Oct. 1, 2017 - June 30, 2019 2016
Benefits of ChangesBenefit #1: Alignment
▪ Many college application deadlines occur in the fall▪ Alignment of FAFSA availability = less confusion
Benefit #2: Certainty
▪ No need to estimate tax information▪ IRS Data Retrieval Tool available Oct. 1st▪ Earlier receipt of Expected Family Contribution (helps with
assessing net costs)
Benefit #3: Less Pressure
▪ More time before (most) state and school financial aid deadlines▪ More time to compare school offers before College Signing Day
FAFSA (FSA ID)
▪ Students can obtain their FSA ID now by going to www.StudentAid.gov/fsaid
▪ FSA ID is a username and password that you will use to log into certain US Department of Education websites such as www.fafsa.gov
▪ The FSA ID has replaced the Federal Student Aid PIN▪ Parents will need your own FSA ID if you want to sign your child’s
FAFSA electronically. ▪ If you have more than one child attending college, you can use the
same FSA ID to sign all applications.
IMPORTANT DATES▪ 10/1/17 FAFSA Opens for 2018▪ 10/2/17 College Application Workshop (during all 3 lunch periods - C138)▪ 10/9/17 Financial Aid Workshop - applying for FSA Pin (during all 3 lunch periods - C138)▪ 10/ 11/17 ASVAB (all seniors)▪ 10/17/17 Senior Parent Meeting - Financial Aid, Local Scholarships, and FAFSA Completion
Library/5:30-7:30pm (Bring tax returns if completing FAFSA) College Application Assistance (C138) - 3:30 - 7:30
10/23/17 Testing (SAT/ACT/TSI) Workshop (during all 3 lunch periods - C138)11/1/17 Local Scholarship applications open
▪ 11/02/17 Suggested college application completion
▪ 11/13 - 11/17 Education Go Get It Week (planned activities daily)
▪ 11/14/17 Alvin ISD College Fair @ Shadow Creek HS 6:00-8:30 pm
▪ 12/01/17 Application Deadline for UT/ TAMU
▪ 12/12/17 Scholarship Application Assistance (C138) 3:30-7:00
▪ 1/31/18 Deadline for submitting completed Local Scholarship applications
▪ 3/15/18 University FAFSA Completion Deadline
5/26/18 Graduation for the Class of 2018
MHS LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP:
▪ November 1, 2017 Local Scholarships available online
▪ Compete with fellow seniors, Assets, Alvin HS and Shadow Creek HS students
▪ January 31, 2018 -Deadline to turn in
▪ Local Scholarships are all electronic and will be completed online.
▪ Announcement of scholarship recipients will take place at the Senior Awards Night.
Senior Awards Night (TBA)
● Applying● Submitting and requesting your ACC
transcript.● TSI● Transfer Equivalency Guides● Financial Aid● Reverse Transfer● Additional Tips
● Orientation● Bacterial Meningitis● Selecting classes for summer and/or fall
Applying● Apply as an entering freshman
● After completing one semester at the university, you will then be reclassified based on the hours of credit you have received and transferred in.
● General Classification Chart (verify with your school of choice):● 0-29 Freshman● 30-59 Sophomore● 60+ Upperclassman
● If you are continuing to ACC, you are already an ACC student! You do not need to complete an admission application.
● Be sure to send your ACC and High School transcripts to thecolleges as you apply.
Your ACC TRANSCRIPT• You will need
an unofficial and official copy of your transcript!
• Official copies should be sent as you apply and once you have been accepted.
• If you will be attending ACC, there is nothing additional for you to do!
Official Transcripts are $5.00 each
Texas
Success
Initiative
• If you have taken US History or English Dual Credit, and/or successfully passed TSI or met the SAT/ACT exemption, you do not need any additional testing in Reading or Writing.
• If you have taken Math 1314, and/or successfully passed TSI or met the SAT/ACT exemption, you do not need any additional testing in Math.
• Students planning to attend universities must still take the SAT and/or ACT.
• Students continuing with ACC or any other community college do not need to take the SAT and/or ACT (unless required for entry into a specific program).
Once you have determined a school and major, review their course equivalency guide to see how your courses will transfer for that major.Not all classes taken will transfer directly into your major. Some will transfer as electives.Texas Common Course Numbering Systemwww.tccns.org/tccns
Reverse Transfer● After completing 60hrs of course work (between ACC and your
university of choice) you may become eligible for an Associate’s degree through the Reverse Transfer Articulation program.
● To qualify students must:*Complete 18 ACC credit hours*Have a minimum 2.0 ACC GPA*Complete the Texas Core Curriculum*Complete the degree requirements for the ACC Associates of Art General Studies Degree.
Visit with your ACC Dual Credit Advisor to learn more about this option!
Tips & Reminders✓ Remember to send both your ACC and high school transcript as you apply and once you have
selected your school of choice.
✓ Be sure to schedule a meeting with an advisor to discuss the classes you have already taken. Have your unofficial ACC transcript from WebACCess available! Do this prior to summer or fall registration.
✓ Attend the first orientation session that you can. If you are continuing to ACC, New StudentOrientation is required.
✓ DO NOT sign up for a course you have already taken. Be sure to pay attention to the course name.
✓ If you have kept copies of your syllabus, take those along with you, if the transferability of thecourse is questioned.
✓ Be sure to have your proof of the Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination. You will not be allowed toregister for on campus courses without this documentation or a waiver.
Tips & Reminders✓ Dual Credit Academic courses are guaranteed to transfer with a grade C or higher to any Texas
Public College/University according to the Core Curriculum transfer rules and regulations. If you have any challenges transferring a course, please let us know immediately.
✓ Dual Credit Technical courses are not guaranteed to transfer at the university level but maytransfer between community colleges. If you have questions, let us know.
✓ All majors are different. How the transferred course is applied to your degree depends on what the degree requires. Some courses may transfer directly into your major, others may only transfer as elective credit.
✓ Core completers will receive credit for each course transferred. Students will not be required to pass additional core curriculum courses at the transferees public institution unless the THECB has approved an expanded core curriculum at the institution.
✓ A list of ACC’s Core Curriculum can be found in the ACC catalog (pg. 23)
When in doubt, always ask questions!!!!Mrs. Stephanie Stockstill-Director of Advising
Ms. Christina Maartens-ACC Advisor (Pearland/Dawson HS) ([email protected])
Ms. Gwendolyn Burgess-ACC Advisor (Turner CCHS)([email protected])
Ms. Kennon Henry-ACC Advisor (Alvin & Danbury HS) ([email protected])
Ms. Monica Silvas- ACC Advisor (Manvel HS) ([email protected])
Mr. Dedrick Smith-ACC Advisor (Shadow Creek HS)([email protected])
Mrs. Akilah A. Martin-Director of College & Career Pathways ([email protected])
THANK YOU FOR COMING!
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