AuSable Valley Middle / High School Counseling Department

To: SENIORS & PARENT/GUARDIAN

From: Mr. Rogers
Date: September 14, 2007

This is the first of several newsletters that we will be handing out to seniors this year. Please take time to read this... there is something in here for everyone.

DATES TO REMEMBER:

College Entrance Exams:

ACT Cost:
$30.00 - (No Writing)
$44.50 - (Plus Writing)

ACT TEST DATES

REGISTRATION DEADLINE

April 12, 2008 March 7, 2008
June 14, 2008* May 9, 2008

*Test HERE at AVCS

AuSable Valley 's High School CEEB Code is – 331-403.
The ACT Test Center Code for AVCS is 205160.

SAT Cost: $43.00
$20.00 (Subject Tests)
add $20.00 (Language w/Listening) *November test date only

SAT TEST DATE

REGISTRATION DEADLINE

May 3, 2008 April 1, 2008
June 7, 2008 May 6, 2008

AuSable Valley 's High School CEEB Code is – 331-403.

The SAT Test Center Code for Plattsburgh High School is - 33768.

2nd choice – Saranac Lake – Test Center Code 33836.

FEE WAIVERS: We have a very limited number of ACT and SAT fee waivers. These will be distributed on a first come, first served basis. If you have used a fee waiver before, you are not eligible for a second one. There are strict financial guidelines for the use of these waivers, see Mr. Rogers.

ACT & SAT IDENTIFICATION: Along with your admission ticket, be sure to bring the proper photo identification to the test center on the morning of the test. If you are not sure you have the proper ID, please see Mr. Rogers or Mrs. Brow. Remember, if you don't have the proper ID, they will not allow you into the test center.

SENIOR CONFERENCES: Senior conferences are now being scheduled. Please schedule your conference as soon as possible with Mr. Rogers.

TIPS FOR THE COLLEGE-BOUND: BE A SECONDARY SCHOOL "GIVER" - a student who gives back to his/her community and his/her school. Examples: officers of student organizations, chairpersons of a working committee for a student organization, volunteering in your community. The secondary school "giver" scores big points with the college admissions committee. Be a “risk taker” especially with rigorous academic courses. An admissions committee will be very interested in what you are taking in your senior year as well as your grades in 9-11. Take challenging courses whenever you can.

COLLEGE APPLICATIONS: NOW IS THE TIME TO APPLY, DON'T WAIT. SUNY applications are in. You may apply to six (6) SUNY schools on this one application. The cost is $40.00 PER school. We also have some private school applications in the School Counseling Office. If we don't have what you want, you can send for it. REMEMBER, there are particular SUNY programs that will fill up quickly for next year, particularly at the technical colleges like Morrisville, Canton, Delhi, etc. APPLY EARLY!!! All college-bound seniors should establish a personal calendar that will have college applications sent by the Thanksgiving break.

Here are a few important points when you fill out your applications:

  1. DO your application in PEN and BE NEAT. Also, USE ONLY 1 COLOR INK. (Black or Blue)
  2. ALL COMPLETED APPLICATIONS ARE TO BE TURNED IN TO THE SCHOOL COUNSELING OFFICE. DO NOT SEND THEM IN ON YOUR OWN. They ALL need a transcript of your grades and your testing record. In addition, the SUNY applications have a section that must be filled out by Mr. Rogers.
  3. Be sure to check the college catalogs or online for deadlines. If in doubt, again, APPLY EARLY.
  4. Remember each college application requires a fee. The cost varies from college to college. In some cases these fees can be waived. See Mr. Rogers to inquire about fee waivers.
  5. Often colleges require supplemental application pieces beyond the standard application. They are required for acceptance and students must meet indicated deadlines. It is the students’ responsibility to obtain application supplements. See Mr. Rogers with any questions or concerns about the application process.
  6. If you have any questions, SEE MR. ROGERS.

RECRUITER VISITATION SCHEDULE: If you are not considering college at this time or the local job market, Armed Services Recruiters will be here as follows:

AIR FORCE - 2nd Thursday of each month -10 to 12:00

NAVY - 2nd Tuesday of each month - 10 to 12:00

ARMY - 1st Wednesday of each month - 10 to 12:00

MARINES - 2nd Wednesday of each month - 10 to 12:00

NATIONAL GUARD - 4th Tuesday of each month - 10 to 12:00

COAST GUARD - will come for visit when called

ASVAB: 11th or 12th grade students who are contemplating military service upon graduation can take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery. Test Date: November 14, 2007. Check with Mr. Rogers for registration.

FAFSA: The Free Application for Financial Aid will be here in December for a January distribution. Please check your college catalog to see what financial aid forms need to be filed. An additional form, the Profile, is now required by some private colleges. Check with Mr. Rogers.

SCHOLARSHIPS: We will be publishing a list of scholarships as they become available. Please check the ELIGIBILITY/CRITERIA before picking up an application. The requirements for eligibility are very specific. Also check the deadline for returning the application to the School Counseling Office. The list of local scholarships from organizations and those offered by school organizations will be available in early spring.

COLLEGE BOUND STUDENTS & IMMUNIZATIONS: All students attending New York State colleges and universities will be required to show proof of immunity against measles, mumps and rubella. Proof of immunity to measles will be defined as two doses of measles vaccine on or after the first birthday and at least 30 days apart, physician documented history of disease, or serologic evidence of immunity. Proof of rubella immunity will mean one dose of rubella vaccine on or after the first birthday or serologic evidence of immunity. Proof of mumps will mean one dose of mumps vaccine on or after the first birthday, a physician documented history of disease or serologic evidence of immunity.

SELECTIVE SERVICE: Federal law requires that every young man register with the Selective Service within a month of his l8th birthday. If he doesn't, he won't be eligible for many benefits, such as federal student aid, job training, and most federal employment. Go to your local post office for more information concerning the Selective Service. You may also register online at www.sss.gov. See Mr. Rogers, if you have questions.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS: Make sure the schedule you now have assures your successful graduation in June 2008. Are all requirements completed? Are all required courses and Regents Exams and/or Regents Competency Exams completed? We have been meeting with you individually over the past several years and have discussed all of the above. However, this is YOUR responsibility. If you have any questions and/or concerns about ANY of the above, see Mr. Rogers AS SOON AS POSSIBLE