Westlake High School

May/June 2020 College and Career Newsletter

College & Career Advisor: Gail Stone gstone@ccboe.com or 301-645-8857

ATTENTION SENIORS

Seniors you were sent a survey through Synergy. The information received will be used to prepare the Graduation program. Seniors must list what they plan to do after high school and any scholarships or grants that they have received. Documentation for acceptance to a four-year college and for scholarships must be provided to verify information on the survey. Students must provide Mrs. Stone a copy of the acceptance letter for

4- year schools. All documentation should be e-mailed to Mrs. Stone at gstone@ccboe.com by May 1st if the student wishes the information to appear in the graduation program.

OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS - If you are in need of an OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT, please complete the CCPS Transcript Request form found here https://www.ccboe.com/ss/transcript-requests/ . Once you complete the form, please follow the steps below to submit your request: 1. Complete the form and take a picture of your completed form in jpeg format. 2. Email a picture of your completed form to dbarrow@ccboe.com who will process it at central office. 3. ALL requests for OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS will be processed at central office until we return to normal operation. 4. PLEASE REMEMBER - Most organizations/schools will probably accept an UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT during this time that we are dealing with Covid-19. You can access your UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT on your Student Vue Account under the documents tab. Once you are on the documents tab, you can click on your transcript and either print it or email it.

Make Your Summer Work For You!

Out of school for the summer? This might seem like a time for kicking back and unwinding after the school year, but it’s actually a great opportunity to start building that resume to help you impress the college of your choice. Your plans can be more than simply getting a summer job; there are a number of activities that can help you stay active and gain valuable experience over the summer months.

Work

Employment is one of the most practical ways to build your resume and impress colleges. Even if working during the school year is not an option, there are often seasonal establishments such as summer camps that look for help specifically during the

summer months. Any job is good, but working in a leadership position or in an academic area would be ideal. The more a job challenges you, the more it builds the skills that colleges and future employers are interested in seeing in applicants.

Intern

Choosing what to do with your vacation can have a significant impact on your future. Whether you've finalized your career path or not, participating in a summer internship program will move you forward in many ways towards a viable and meaningful future. Summer internships for high school students are designed to provide valuable on-the-job experience for young people who are just starting to explore career options. These programs can be a fun and exciting first step toward furthering your education and figuring out what direction you want to take in life.

Applying for, participating in, and completing a summer internship as a high school student will give you the confidence and skills you need to understand the world of the "job search." It will allow you to explore a wide variety of career options including marketing, design, nursing, accounting, or something else. It will propel you into the world of networking. And it will give you an impressive entry for your resume—the same resume that will potentially help you land your first big job after college.

Helpful links:

http://www.careerjet.com/high-school-student-summer-intern-jobs/maryland-384.html

http://www.openwashingtondc.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=129&Itemid=1

https://www.usajobs.gov/StudentsAndGrads

http://internships.com/

Volunteer

Do good. Community service is another great way to gain some valuable work and leadership experience. Nonprofits such as soup kitchens and animal shelters are always looking for volunteers, so it shouldn’t be difficult to find a volunteer organization near you that could use an extra pair of hands for a few hours a week during the summer.

Take a Class

'Summer school' doesn’t always have to be a bad thing, and colleges may look kindly upon applicants who take the initiative to

further their education over the summer. You can check out your local community college to take an additional class.

Summer Enrichment Programs

Along with summer classes, enrichment programs can be another valuable and educational summer experience. Investigate the

types of summer enrichment programs offered by local youth groups or area colleges and universities. Many of these

organizations have residential or day camps for high school students focused on specific topics such as music, creative writing,

science, engineering and a variety of other areas of interest. These programs are a good way to explore and gain experience in

fields you may want to study in college.

Visit websites for colleges that interest you and look into their summer programs for high school students. Some

colleges will have general programs, but others may have very specialized programs for subjects like engineering, computer

science, music, and many other topics .Helpful link: http://studenteducationprograms.com/

Visit Colleges

It almost goes without saying that campus visits should be part of any college applicant’s summer plans. Of course, while these

visits are a priority when considering which colleges to apply to, it is important to remember that they should be just one part of

your summer equation. A few campus tours don’t constitute a summer’s worth of experience; they should be included in your

plans, along with other resume-building activities and experiences, in order to set you apart from your fellow applicants. Visit

college websites for more information about visits to your favorite campuses.

Prep for the SAT/ACT

Standardized tests are an important part of the admissions equation at most of the country's highly selective colleges. If you've

taken the SAT or ACT and your scores aren't what you think you'll need to get into your top choice colleges, then the summer is

a great time to work through an exam preparation book or take a test prep class.

COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN MARYLAND NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS

Virtual Open House! This event is being held on May 13th at 5pm. Students can RSVP here on our website: https://www.csmd.edu/apply-register/credit/campus-open-house-urs/?utm_source=csmd&utm_medium=homeslider&utm_campaign=homeslider. This event is ideal for graduating seniors who plan to attend CSM this fall or are considering doing so.

Application and Testing Process:

1. Apply online at www.csmd.edu, there is no fee. Upon successful completion of your application an acceptance letter containing your student ID number via the email address that is provided on your application. Typically you will receive this email within 1-2 business days for completing your application. 2. Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible after January 1 of your senior year. CSM’s school code is 002064. If your application is not completed, your financial aid cannot be processed.

3. Since placement testing will not be available throughout the summer, students can place using any combination of the following:

• High School Transcript Review: We can use students' transcripts/GPA for placement even though transcripts are incomplete for their senior year. Students should arrange to have their transcripts sent to transcripts@csmd.edu for evaluation. Upon evaluation, an enrollment coordinator will create a course sequence and contact the student.

• SAT/ACT Scores: Students may now send their downloaded PDF score report from their SAT/ACT exams directly to testing_center@csmd.edu. Enrollment coordinators receive a list of students who submit scores so that we can plan their courses and contact the students.

• Dual Enrollment: Students who have taken the placement test for on-campus dual enrollment or who are dual enrolling in math/English classes in the high school can receive placement for those and other subjects accordingly.

• AP Scores: Students can download their AP score report and email it to testing_center@csmd.edu to receive both the credit and placement based on qualifying scores for English and math AP exams.

4. Orientation and Registration. Complete the Online Orientation session by logging into your [my.csmd.edu] my CSMD account. Once you have logged into your myCSMD account, click on New Student Orientation on the right side of the page.

➢ CSM is working remotely, they are still available to assist students with enrollment and answer questions. Their call center is fully operational remotely (askme@csmd.edu and 301-934-2251 option 0), and Mary Prather is available to work with students via email mcprather@csmd.edu, phone (301-934-7862), and Zoom video conference.

Have questions about financial aid at CSM? Check out CSM Financial Aid TV!

Check out CSM’s Online Scholarship Finder www.csmd.edu/scholarshipfinder for the most up-to-date information and eligibility requirements. Remember to apply early for best consideration! Contact the Financial Assistance Department at (301) 934-7531 for additional information. CSM CAREER DEVELOPMENT Start learning the skills you need to grow in your job or launch an entirely new career at the College of Southern Maryland

(CSM). You can choose from 16 distinct areas of study and gain the skills, knowledge, or certificates you need to begin or

enhance your career. http://www.csmd.edu/programs-courses/non-credit/career-development/

Research and Compare Colleges: Big Future – The College Board: Choosing a college is a big and exciting decision. Explore your interests and take the time to find a college that will put you on the path to a bright future. Go to www.bigfuture.collegeboard.org

CappexConnect Online at http://www.cappex.com connect with colleges, faculty and admissions, watch live presentations from

a variety of institutions and learn more about specific colleges — or college in general.

Career Cruising: Interest and Skills Assessments -

Career Profiles - Multimedia Interviews - College and Financial Aid Info - Electronic Career Portfolio - Resume Builder

www.careercruising.com Enter your Username Enter your password

To access student’s account: Username: cc08-000 and student’s ID number

e-mail Mrs. Stone if you have forgotten your password or it can be sent to your e-mail.

College Majors Students learn about majors, get recruited by universities Go to www.collegemajors101.com College Navigator from the US Dept. of Education, Find the right college for you: www.nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator

College Visits Tours are led and supervised by trained staff and high school counselors. Complete list www.college-visits.com.

Tours are set up across the United States and Canada. Register online and call 843-853-8149 for details

Virtual Tours at www.campustours.com

College Week Live Virtual College Info free and available online www.CollegeWeekLive.com Coalition for Access, Affordability, and Success www.mycoalition.org

• This is an online college application system that allows high school students, grades 9-12 to set up an account and begin learning about the application and financial aid processes.

• There are 95 public and private universities across the U.S. that comprise the Coalition for Access, Affordability, and Success. http://www.coalitionforcollegeaccess.org/alert.html

The University of Maryland, College Park uses the application provided by the Coalition for Access, Affordability, and Success for students seeking freshman admission to the university. Common Application - Nearly 900 schools, in 47 states and the District of Columbia, as well as ones overseas accept this application. For

more information: www.commonapp.org

EDU, Inc. Common Black College Application: Apply to 55 member institutions with one $20.00 application fee- www.eduinconline.com .

Compare Financial Aid & College costs:

Net Price Calculator

Click on this link (or copy and paste it into your browser) http://studentnpc.collegeboard.org/ This page has lots of information on financing your education. If you do not see your college listed here, go directly to your College’s website. All colleges are now required to either link to a net price calculator or have one directly on their website.

Maryland Resources:

❖ Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC)

The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) is the State of Maryland’s higher education coordinating board responsible

for establishing statewide policies for Maryland public and private colleges and universities and for-profit career schools. MHEC

also administers state financial aid programs. Their website provides information and numerous resources for students and parents. For more information, please go to: www.mhec.state.md.us

❖ College Resources & Financial Aid Programs: The state as an extensive range of college resources and financial aid programs in the form of grants, scholarships, and other awards for students who want to further their education beyond high school. For more information, please go to: www.mhec.state.md.us/preparing/Pages/default.aspx

❖ Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship: The Promise Scholarship creates opportunities for students to attend one of Maryland’s public community colleges by providing tuition assistance for any student eligible for in-state tuition. Visit www.mhec.state.md.us for more information How to Apply, Eligibility Criteria, Award Amount, Renewing an Award, Service Obligation Requirements ❖ Artsys: The Articulation System for Maryland Colleges and Universities

ARTSYS is intended to aid the transfer of students from Maryland community colleges to the University System of Maryland institutions and other participating institutions. For more information go to: www.artsys.usmd.edu.

❖ Academic Common Market: The Academic Common Market is a tuition-savings program that enables students who live in the 15 states that are members of the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) to pursue a degree not available in the student’s home state at an out-of-state college at discounted tuition rates. To find out more information visit: http://mhec.maryland.gov/institutions_training/Pages/acadaff/commonmarket.aspx

Research Jobs & Careers

Hiring Lifeguards for this summer! Apply at

https://somdpoolmgmt.isolvedhire.com to work at one of the many Waldorf

outdoor community pools!

www.careeronestop.com

Employment Information: The Maryland Job Service is located at 175 Post Office Road in Waldorf, Maryland.

Office hours for Job Service referrals are from 8:00 am-3:00 pm daily. Maryland Job Service: 301-645-8712 or

go online at www.careernet.state.md.us

DOD Launches New Website to Help Youth Explore Pathways for Their Future: http://www.myfuture.com

Snagajob – America’s largest hourly employment network for job seekers and employers. Browse jobs that are available in a certain area

and/or use their resources to learn some tips to help you when you are finding a job. Go to: www.snagajob.com

STEMjob.com - Discover your career, do what you love, go to www.STEMjobs.com click on “Find Your STEM Type, take quiz and get results, see which jobs match your type.

Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Program -Apprenticeships combine supervised, structured, paid on-the-job training and related technical instruction to teach apprentices the skills necessary to succeed in a specific occupation. The apprentice works

full time and receives training from the sponsoring organization. https://www.dllr.state.md.us/employment/appr/

Apprenticeships websites: Electrical and Telecommunication: www.washdcjatc.org

Plumbers, Fitters, Welders, and Service Techs: www.ua.org

Skilled Equipment Operators in the Construction Industry: www.iuoelocal77.com ,

Plumbing: www.local5plumbers.org

Electrical: www.getchargedup.org

Carpentry: www.mactc.net SUMMER INTERNSHIP Charles County Government Summer Internships for high school juniors and seniors who wish to gain work experience and learn about local government. The 12 week paid internships will be available in a variety of Charles County Departments. The internship programs run June 8th - August 14th with some flexibility dependent upon the hiring department. Summer interns will work up to 28 hours per week, at $11.11 per hour. The deadline to apply is Sunday, May 3rd. Application are being accepted online at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/charlescountymd/promotionaljobs This is a great opportunity to show students how government works whether it be learning about water treatment to seeing the Court or Library system up close to helping design a video with CCGTV. The 2020 Summer Internship program is subject to change and/or cancellation based on necessary budget adoption and extended COVID-19 pandemic response measures. All applicants will be notified of any changes or cancellations.

Grade Level Monthly Reminders

Seniors:

• Turn in your senior survey to make sure you are included in the graduation program and a final transcript is sent to your college destination. If you are attending a four-year college, a letter of acceptance must be submitted to Mrs. Stone at gstone@ccboe.com. Withdrawal your applications from colleges you are not attending and send thank you notes to those who helped you in this endeavor.

• Most four-year colleges must be notified by May 1 of your intent to accept admissions and enroll. Pay attention to housing and meal plan information.

• Study for your finals and APs!

Juniors:

• Four-year, college-bound students should take the next available ACT or SAT. Don’t forget SAT Subject Tests required by highly selective colleges. Don’t incur late fees...register!

• Take your AP exams and study for finals.

• Enroll in summer workshops, volunteer experience, or job. Last chance to beef up resumes! Prep for ACT/SATs to be taken for four-year colleges.

• Use the Common Application, one application that allows your documents to be generated electronically. Almost 900 colleges are enrolled...some exclusively; www.commonapp.org. Common App opens in July.

• Use Scholarship Search programs...free ones! Visit colleges and do interviews with reps. www.collegeweeklive.com provides virtual visits and scholarships.

• Athletes, register with the NCAA Eligibility Center at www.eligibilitycenter.org and use Core Course GPA to calculate your GPA and ACT/SAT test scores needed for Division I and II collegiate sports. Be sure you are earning the right credits...sign up today at www.CoreCourse GPA.com. School ID: 211059; School Code: 708799103 and complete the registration form. See your Athletic Director or coach for more details.

Sophomores:

• AP US History students applying to selective colleges should register for the June SAT Subject Test at www.sat.collegeboard.org/register.

• Use www.careercruising.com to research colleges, scholarships, and career options. Passwords required. If you forgot, see your Counselor or College and Career Advisor.

• Practice for the October PSAT using your College Board Access Code you received and use Study Island resources. The 2020 PSAT counts for scholarships.

• Study for final exams. Keep those grades high.

• Refine your target list of schools and be sure it covers a range of safety to reach.

• Visit colleges and/or take advantage of virtual resources such as websites like www.collegeweeklive.com.

• Stay involved in school programs, community service, sports camps, or a job. Have a fun, productive summer beefing up the resume. READ, READ, READ!

SCHOLARSHIPS

The Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA) within the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC), would like to inform you that due to the recent closures of all Maryland schools the deadline date for the 2020-2021 Guaranteed Access (GAG) Grant program has been extended to June 1, 2020. MHEC is in the process of notifying all potentially eligible GA Grant recipients that the deadline has been extended. The new deadline of June 1, 2020, will also be updated on our website and on the applicants’ To-Do List in the Maryland College Aid Processing System (MDCAPS) in the coming days. At this time MHEC will only accept documentation for the GA Grant program by mail. All required documentation must be submitted by June 1, 2020, to the following address: Maryland Higher Education Commission Ground Floor Suite Office of Student Financial Assistance 6 N. Liberty Street, Ground Suite Baltimore, MD 21201

Finally, please note the deadline for students to submit documentation for the Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship program will remain as June 15, 2020. For more information, pertaining to the GA Grant, Maryland Community College Promise Scholarship Program, and other state scholarships and grants available to Maryland students, please visit www.mhec.maryland.gov and click on State Scholarships and Grants under Quick Links.

May Deadline:

Andrews Federal Credit Union Eligible: Senior Criteria: Member or member dependent of AFCU, essay, community service Award: $1500 Deadline:5/1, apply at: www.andrewsfcu.org/scholarship2016

Ayana J. McAllister Legacy Foundation Academic Scholarship Eligible: Senior Criteria: min GPA 2.5, Attend a 4-year college, personally impacted by senseless gun violence, social media project (video clip) Award: $2000 Deadline: 5/18 www.everythingforyonna.com/about-our-scholarships B. Davis Scholarship Eligible: Juniors and Seniors Criteria: 1000-word essay Award: $1000 Deadline: 5/22; www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm

Great Minds in Stem Scholarship Eligible: senior, traditionally underserved, underrepresented Criteria: pursuing science, technology, engineering, math or health Award: varies Deadline: 5/1; http://www.greatmindsinstem.org/scholarships/ Senatorial Scholarships Senator Arthur Ellis Contact:410-841-3616 https://arthurellis.us/scholarship.html Deadline:5/1 State of Maryland Literacy Association Joseph Fox, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Eligible: Seniors majoring in Education with the intent to pursue teaching as a career Criteria: GPA 3.2+, Must major in education and intend to pursue teaching as a career, community service in education-related activities or organizations/clubs Award: $2,000 Deadline: 5/15; www.somla.online/scholarship-opportunities.html Miss Utility Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Essay, transcript, letters of recommendation, extracurricular activities Award: varies

Deadline: 5/29 https://form.jotform.com/MissUtility/scholarship20

Port Tobacco Players Memorial Scholarship Eligible: Graduating high school senior Criteria: GPA 3.0+, must be enrolled in a theater arts or music program or have a proven interest in the theatre arts. Applicants will be judged by their scholastic ability, activities, particularly theater related, endeavors including community involvement. Award: $1000 Deadline: 5/1; http://www.ptplayers.com/ptp-memorial-scholarship-award.html Society of Women Engineers Eligible: 12th Grade Female Students – Financial assistance to women studying community college or a 4-Year college (ABET-accredited programs) in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology, or computer science Criteria: Resume, letters of reference/recommendation, transcripts attend 2- or 4- year school Award: Varied Deadline: 5/1 for Freshmen Application https://scholarships.swe.org/applications/login.asp University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Washington Metropolitan Area Alumni Chapter Scholarship Eligible: Seniors & have a pending application for admission to the University of Maryland Eastern Shore Criteria: GPA 3.0+ SAT or 800+, leadership potential, achievement, civic and community involvement Award: Varied Deadline: 5/15 e-mail Ms. Stone for application

June Deadline: Abbott and Fenner Business Consultants Scholarship Eligible: Juniors & Seniors Criteria: To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay on the topic below. The essay should be between 500 and 1000 words. “Describe your educational career and life goals. Explain your plan for achieving these goals. Include your degree/major, why you selected it, and how this degree/major will help you achieve your goals.” Award: $1,000 Deadline: 6/12; http://www.abbottandfenner.com/scholarships.htm

Esperanza Scholarship Fund Eligible: Senior born outside the U. S. OR have two parents who were born outside the U.S. Criteria: This scholarship is limited to immigrant students. Essay, transcript ( at this time an unofficial transcript will be accepted, ACT or SAT, letter of recommendation. Must attend a public college or university. Award: $5,000-$20,000 Deadline: 6/1; http://www.esperanzafund.org/about-our-scholarship/ Ethiopian Heritage College Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: transcript, essay, community service Award: $1,000 renewable

Deadline: 6/26 https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/ethiopian-heritage-scholarship/

The Big Sun Scholarship Eligible: Seniors Criteria: Student involved in a sport in high school or the community Award: $500 Deadline: 6/19; www.bigsunathletics.com

Ongoing:

Kids’ Chance of Maryland, Inc. Eligible: Student with a parent or guardian who has suffered a catastrophic or fatal accidental injury or occupational disease while working for a Maryland employer Award: Varies, depending on need and educational expenses, covers tuition and books, may also include housing and meals Apply: www.kidschance-md.org

Check out CSM’s Online Scholarship Finder!

Did you know that you can now apply for CSM scholarships online? It’s easy! It’s free! Check it out! Visit

www.csmd.edu/scholarshipfinder for the most up-to-date information and eligibility requirements. Remember to apply early for

best consideration! Contact the Financial Assistance Department at (301) 934-7531 for additional information.

SCHOLARSHIP and COLLEGE Information on-line www.mhec.state.md.us www.finaid.com www.fastweb.com www.blackstudents.blacknews.com www.studentaid.ed.gov www.meritaid.com www.MDgo4it.org www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov www.mapccs.org www.going2college.org

http://www.needymeds.org/scholarships.taf

This is a listing of scholarships that are offered for students with specific medical conditions. There are also some for students who have a parent or a family member with a specific diagnosis. Most can be used at any school.

Some cover one specific condition, while others cover whole types of diagnoses (such as all types of cancers) or even all chronic diseases. Most have some type of eligibility requirements, usually financial ones.

Student Scholarships.org Maryland scholarship database, quality & depth information, huge time saver, free newsletter option,

privacy policy www.studentscholarship.org

Merit Scholarships Contact the Financial Aid Office of your prospective colleges to see if separate applications for aid are due this fall. Some scholarships require a counselor or principal nomination. Ask your prospective colleges' financial aid office for merit scholarship applications. Online: www.meritaid.com “My College Dollars” Launched by MTV, Get Schooled and the College Board, a Facebook application that utilizes information from a user’s Facebook profile – including age, gender and state – to connect students with targeted financial aid opportunities. VISIT THE MY COLLEGE DOLLARS FACEBOOK APP. http://mycollegedollars.hyfnrsx1.com/ Career One Stop- sponsored by the US Dept. of Labor www.careeronestop.com

Free Scholarship Searches More than 70 no-cost scholarship websites, information which includes an instant GPA calculator, contact info for every college in the U.S., a list of colleges which offer comprehensive programs for students with learning disabilities, lists of Christian, Catholic, and woman's colleges, a list of HBCU's, and links to more than 2,500 career schools, online degree programs, and colleges. www.college-scholarships.com/free-scholarship-searches/

United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Scholarships UNCF manages various scholarship programs and each program has its own eligibility criteria, open/close dates and required documentation. To apply for a UNCF scholarship, you must apply through the on-line application process. For more information about deadlines and the award amounts, go to: https://scholarships.uncf.org/

Financial Aid information

Seniors should be continuing to apply for scholarships. Once you start at your college you should check with both your major’s department

and the financial aid office at the college.

Juniors – Should be on the hunt for scholarships! www.fastweb.com is a good starting point. Some scholarships will have deadlines as early

as October. For instance the Coca Cola Scholars Foundation application opens in August and the Deadline is October 31st. http://www.coca-

colascholars.org/page.aspx?pid=402

Testing Information

Juniors - If you are planning to apply to 4-year colleges, you should be registered to take either the ACT or the SAT

• SAT College Board has updates on closures are on its website

at https://pages.collegeboard.org/natural-disasters.

To help students keep their college readiness skills sharp when many schools are closed, College Board and Khan

Academy® will continue to provide free resources online, including full-length practice tests and personalized learning

tools.

• ACT updates are posted online at https://www.act.org/content/act/en.html

www.actstudent.org (online registration for ACT), www.actstudent.org/testprep Study Island: Students have their own passwords to login to this website. Login, then click on the US PROGRAMS tab on the left, then click on ACT or SAT. www.studyisland.com http://www.princetonreview.com/college/sat-act www.4tests.com www.erikthered.com/tutor www.march2success.com www.theanaproject.com www.quizlet.com/subject/act/ www.freetestprep.com www.number2.com

FairTest: This list includes institutions that are “test optional”, “test flexible” or otherwise de-emphasize the use of standardized tests by making admissions decisions about substantial numbers of applicants who recently graduated from U.S. high schools without using the SAT or ACT. www.fairtest.org/university/optional

SAT PREP from Khan Academy The creators of the SAT have given Khan Academy exclusive access and advice to build a personalized practice

program for any students anywhere to practice for the SAT. These tools are FREE and available now for every student to take ownership of their learning and their future!

SAT Prep – Go to www.khanacademy.org/test-prep/sat www.khanacademy.org/sat

If you are planning to go to a 2-year college, trade or technical school you do not need to take the ACT or SAT. Look for more

information in the September Newsletter this Fall!

Juniors – If you are planning to take AP and Honors Classes in the Fall remember to check for summer reading assignments!

These assignments are part of your 1st quarter grade in the Fall. No slacking!

Seniors – Make sure you are not missing important information from your college! Know when and where to take your college

placement exam!

NCAA Eligibility Center Information

Don’t have the GPA or college entrance exam scores needed for a four-year college?

Think junior colleges! Many junior colleges across the country have full athletic programs including tackle football. Visit

www.njcaa.org and find out where you can use your talents while building your academic skills for a four-year college or

university program.

Juniors: It is time to register for the NCAA Eligibility Center if you play to participate in Division I or Division II level of play in

college. Visit www.eligibilitycenter.org to register with a credit card. If you are a student receiving free or reduced lunch or

participate in federal trio programs, ask your counselor or Career Center Advisor about fee waivers.

1. Ask your counselor to send your transcript to the NCAA Eligibility Center at the end of your junior year.

2. Take the ACT or SAT and use the code “9999” to have your official scores sent directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center.

3. Check with your counselor to make sure you are on track to graduate on time with your class and have the required

amount of core courses. Use the www.CoreCourseGPA.com program to help with this process.

Seniors: Request final amateurism certification beginning April 1, and ask your counselor to submit your final transcript with

proof of graduation.

For a Complete List of NCAA Courses:

Visit www.eligibilitycenter.org and enter the site as an NCAA College-Bound Student-Athlete. Navigate to the “Resources”

tab, click “U.S. Students” and then “List of NCAA Courses.” Follow the prompts to search for your high school’s list by name.

The NCAA works with more than 430,000 student-athletes participating in 23 sports at more than a 1,000

colleges/universities. Good Luck!

MILITARY WEBSITES

ARMY www.goarmy.com

NAVY www.navy.com

ARMY RESERVE www.goarmyreserve.com

AIR FORCE

www.airforce.com

MARINE CORPS www.marines.com

NAVY RESERVE www.navyreserve.com

ARMY NATIONAL GUARD www.nationalguard.com

AIR NATIONAL GUARD www.goang.com

AIR FORCE RESERVE www.afreserve.com

COAST GUARD www.gocoastguard.com

COAST GUARD RESERVE www.uscg.mil/reserve/

MARINE CORPS RESERVE www.marines.com/eligibility/service-

options/reserve

These programs and scholarships are provided as a courtesy. Charles County Public Schools and Westlake High School does not rate the quality or value of any of these. For more information on items in this newsletter, please see Mrs. Stone in the Career Center.

Nondiscrimination statement

The Charles County public school system does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability in its programs, activities or employment practices. For inquiries, please contact Kathy Kiessling, Title IX/ADA/Section 504 Coordinator (students) or Nikial M. Majors, Title IX/ADA/Section 504 coordinator (employees/ adults), at Charles County Public Schools, Jesse L. Starkey Administration Building, P.O. Box 2770, La Plata, MD 20646; 301-932-6610/301-870-3814. For special accommodations, call 301-934-7230 or TDD 1-800-735-2258 two weeks prior to the event..