Look for another newsletter in November regarding senior & scholarship information!!!!!!
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October 18, 2007
SAT/ACT Registration
SAT Registration Dates ACT Registration Dates
Test Date
/ Regular Deadline / Late RegistrationDec. 1, 2007 / Oct. 30, 2007 / Nov. 8, 2007
Jan. 26, 2008 / Dec. 26, 2007 / Jan. 4, 2008
Mar. 1, 2008 / Jan. 29, 2008 / Feb. 7, 2008
May 3, 2008 / Apr. 1, 2008 / Apr. 10, 2008
June 7, 2008 / May 6, 2008 / May 15, 2008
Test Date
/ Regular Deadline / Late RegistrationDec. 8, 2007 / Nov. 2, 2007 / Nov 3-15
Feb. 9, 2008 / Jan. 4, 2008 / Jan. 5-18
April 12, 2008 / Mar. 7, 2008 / Mar. 8-21
Jun. 14, 2008 / May 9, 2008 / May 10-23
Online registration is recommended for the SAT and ACT because we have very few paper registration packets in the counseling office. You can register for the SAT at www.collegeboard.com. You can register for the ACT at www.actstudent.org. A major credit card is required for you to register online. All colleges/universities require you to have an SAT or an ACT score when you complete college applications, so you need to go ahead and register to take the test soon!!!!! Do not procrastinate!!!! The cost of taking the SAT I: Reasoning Test is $43.00. The cost of the taking the ACT is $44.50 (includes the Writing Test). The Henry County High School code is 112040. Remember, there is a substantial fee for registering late.
SAT Preparation
If you are planning to take the SAT, you really need to take advantage of the online SAT preparation course to get ready for the test. The Official SAT Online Course is available to students free of charge. Please remember that you must prepare for the SAT. The SAT is not a test that you can take without some type of preparation. To register for the official SAT Online course, (1) go to collegeboard.com/satonlinecourseschool, (2) In the “Students” box click “Register Now.” Then enter HCHS’s school code 112040. Sign in with your collegeboard.com account or create a new one.
EVENTS OF INTEREST
The ASVAB will be given on Thursday, October 25, 2007. Please visit the counseling center to sign up.
Griffin Resa, in collaboration with the Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC), is pleased to announce College Goal Sunday on Sunday, February 10, 2008. The purpose of this program is to assist potential college students throughout Georgia in completing their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to receive consideration for federal and/or state aid. The program will run from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. There is no cost to participate in this program.
The Devry University Young Women in Science and Technology is a program that is designed to attract female students into non-traditional careers. This year’s half-day event is designed to inform and excite young women about careers in business and how these careers rely on technology. The program will take place on Tuesday, November 13, 2007. Please see Ms. Davis or Dr. Turner. The deadline to submit the registration form is October 26, 2007.
Georgia Tech will be hosting the ACSA/AIAS Architecture College & Career Expo on Saturday, October 27, 2007 on the campus of Georgia Institute of Technology, School of Architecture, from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This free event will bring hundreds of high school and college students together to meet with representatives from university-based architecture programs in the U.S., as well as with professional architects within the Atlanta region. If you have any questions about this event, please contact Kathryn Swiatek at ACSA at .
The Henry County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will be conducting a tutoring session for the Georgia High School Graduation Tests on Saturday, October 27, 2007. This tutoring will take place at Henry County High School from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. If you are interested in attending this tutoring session, please see Mrs. Carolyn Holt in the main office to reserve a spot for the tutoring. If you have not passed all of the graduation tests, you need to make arrangements to attend this tutorial session.
Nationally, Delta Sigma Theta’s Science and Everyday Experience (SEE) Project is sponsoring an essay contest for grades 9-12. The Science and Everyday Experiences (SEE) Project, is a long-range workforce initiative designed to encourage African American students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). There are 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards for each grade. The grade winners compete for the national education awards; $1,500, $500, $250 for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place respectively. The contest deadline is November 1, 2007. For additional information and to download the application, visit www.deltasee.org.
Balfour ordering dates:
December 5 & 6- Graduation Announcement orders
January 17 & 18- Cap and Gown Orders
April 14- Graduation Announcement and Cap & Gown Delivery
If you missed having your senior portraits taken, you can call Lifetouch at (678) 554-2134 to schedule an appointment.
COLLEGE VISITATIONS
(All of these visitation flyers are located on the senior news bulletin outside of the counseling office)
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College will host its campus visitation days on Saturday, November 3 and Thursday, Feb. 7 at 9 a.m. For more information, please visit www.abac.edu or call 1-800-733-3653.
Albany State University will host its campus visitation days on Sat. February 16, and Sat. March 22. The registration deadline is seven days prior to the event. For more information, contact: Office of Recruitment & Admissions; at 1-800-822-7267 or you can also register online at www.asurams.edu.
Alabama A & M University will host its annual high school senior day program on Saturday, November 3, 2007, beginning at 7:30 a.m., in conjunction with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). If you are interested in attending, please see Ms. Davis in the counseling office. High school seniors will be special guests of the university. Activities for the day include visitation of our academic displays, academic break out sessions, entertainment, tours of the campus, and a NASA onsite display. A complimentary lunch will be served.
Armstrong Atlantic State University will host campus preview days on October 20, February 2, and April 5. You can register to attend these preview days at www.es.armstrong.edu/admissions/openhouse.htm.
Dartmouth College will be visiting the Atlanta area on Saturday, October 20, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at Powell Goldstein, LLP; One Atlantic Center, 14th Floor, 1201 West Peachtree Street, NW; Atlanta, GA.
The Office of Admissions at Fort Valley State University will host its annual Fall Preview Days on October 27, 2007. The program will be held from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m. You may make your reservations for this event online at www.fvsu.edu or telephone @ 1-877-GO-2-FVSU.
Georgia Perimeter College has several different open house dates at several of their different locations. The dates and locations are as follows:
Clarkston Location: Tuesday, October 30, 2007; 6 p.m. Building N; Dunwoody Location: Thursday, Nov. 1, 2007; 6 p.m. Building B; Decatur Location: Tuesday, November 6, 2007; 6 p.m. Building C; Newton Location: Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007; 6 p.m. Building A. Visit GPC during any of these open house dates to learn about excellent academic programs and student services. This is a great opportunity to complete your admission application for Spring (application fees will be waived).
Georgia Southern University will hold its open house days on November 17, February 2, and April 5. GSU representatives will be at Cobb Galleria on November 1 and January 17. Visit http://admissions.georgiasouthern.edu/visit.
A representative from Georgia Southwestern University will be here on October 30, 2007 during all lunch periods to speak to all interested students. Be sure to mark your calendars to speak with the college representative.
A representative from Gordon College will be here on November 13, 2007 during all lunch periods to speak to all interested students. Be sure to mark your calendars to speak with the college representative.
New York University will be holding several admissions receptions throughout the country. Visit www.admissions.nyu.edu/receptions for dates, times, and locations.
The director of cadet admissions at North Georgia College & State University is inviting high school juniors and seniors and their parents who are interested in attending North Georgia and participating in the Army ROTC Program/Corps of Cadets to a presentation on the Clarkston campus of Georgia Perimeter College in the Learning Resource Center Lecture Hall (CL-1100). The one-hour presentation will be held on Thursday, October 25, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. For additional questions, please contact Lt. Col Keith Antonia at (706) 867-2712.
Washington and Lee University will be visiting the Atlanta area on Thursday, October 25, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sheraton Buckhead Hotel; 3405 Lenox Road NE; Atlanta, GA. For additional information visit www.wlu.edu or .
Scholarship Tips
As you search for scholarships, which usually entails some online searching, be certain to avoid some very common scholarship scams. Some scam warning signs are: (1) you have to pay a fee, (2) money-back guarantee, (3) credit card/bank account information required, (4) offers exclusive information. Scholarship searches are free, but it requires you to spend some time and to do some searching! Try these websites:
www.fastweb.com www.finaid.org www.collegenet.com www.gsfc.org
studentaid.ed.gov www.gacollege411.org scholarships.com www.scholarshipgrantguide.com
HOPE SCHOLARSHIP
There are several steps that you must follow to apply for the HOPE Scholarship. Those steps include the following: (1) the general form to complete is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which becomes available in January 2007 or, if applicable the HOPE Application. These forms are available at all eligible public and private Georgia colleges, public technical colleges, and most high schools. Remember, you must use the FAFSA rather than the HOPE Application or e-HOPE if you are applying for federal student aid, such as the need based Pell Grant, or student loans. Some institutions still may require you to complete a FAFSA form if you are receiving any other scholarships. All HOPE applicants attending private colleges or universities must complete the Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant Application. You can access the e-TEG online application at www.gsfc.org. Furthermore, some institutions also require the student to complete the school’s financial aid application. Contact the financial aid office at the school you plan to attend for a student financial aid packet. Your final un-weighted GPA will determine if you are eligible to receive the HOPE scholarship. The final HOPE scholar list is usually available at the end of June 2008. The Georgia Student Finance Commission is responsible for determining HOPE eligible applicants. The schools no longer determine HOPE eligibility. For additional information regarding HOPE calculation procedures, visit www.gacollege411.org.
Athletic Scholarships
If you want to be considered for athletic scholarships, you must be registered with the NCAA Clearinghouse. You may register on-line at www.ncaaclearinghouse.net. Click on “Prospective Student-Athletes” from the home page, which will link you to the necessary information. Print off both forms and bring one copy to the counseling center.
ANY SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS TO CONGRATULATE?
I know that some of you are receiving scholarship offers already…let us know and we will send you a “shout out” in the senior newsletter. Let’s get a little class spirit going and celebrate your accomplishments! You don’t need to accept every scholarship, but if you have been offered an award, you can certainly be proud of the honor associated with being selected. Drop by Ms. Davis’s office to share your accomplishments. Don’t be shy….gloat a little and maybe your friends will try harder to get their piece of the scholarship pie!!!! Also, if you have been accepted to any college/university or you have joined a branch of the military, please take a moment to let us know in the counseling office. We will need a copy of the official acceptance or scholarship award letter. We would love to share your accomplishments!!!!!!!
PREVIOUS SCHOLARSHIP REMINDERS
APPLY!!!! APPLY!!!! APPLY!!!! APPLY!!!! APPLY!!!! APPLY!!!! APPLY!!!! APPLY!!!! APPLY!!!! APPLY!!!
Scholarship / Deadline Date / WebsiteAXA Achievement Scholarship / Dec. 15, 2007 / www.axa-achievement.com
Coca-Cola Scholars / October 31, 2007 / www.coca-colascholars.org
Constitutional Officer’s Ass. Of GA / March 21, 2008 / www.coag.info
GA Southern Univ. scholarships / Various deadlines / or http://admissions.georgiasouthern.edu/scholarships
GA Tech President’s Scholarship / October 31, 2007 / www.psp.gatech.edu
2007 Horatio Alger Scholarship / October 30, 2007 / www.horatioalger.org/scholarships
Snapping Shoals EMC J.E. Robinson / February 1, 2008 / See Ms. Davis in the counseling office
October/November Scholarship Announcements
AMERICAN INDIAN SCHOLARSHIP: The American Indians Committee of the National Society DAR, awards scholarships to Native Americans. This award is intended to help Native American college and technical school students of any age, any tribe, in any state striving to get an education. All awards are judged based on financial need, and academic achievement. To receive the scholarship application you must send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to Committees Services, American Indian Scholarship, 1776 D Street NW, Washington, DC 20006-5303. Applicants must be Native Americans in financial need and have a grade point average of at least 2.75. NO EXCEPTIONS. Please see Ms. Davis for additional information.
ATTN: ALL BLACK MALES: The “Call Me Mister” program is an effort to address the critical shortage of African-American male teachers particularly among South Carolina’s lowest performing public schools. Program participants are selected from among under-served, socio-economically disadvantaged and educationally at-risk communities. The program is a collaboration between Clemson University and four historically black colleges in South Carolina: Benedict College, Claflin University, Morris College and South Carolina State University. These black colleges are looking for future black male teachers and will send them to universities/colleges for 4 years FREE. For additional information, visit http://www.callmemister.clemson.edu/index.htm or call 1-800-640-2657.