Henry County Schools



October 16, 2006

Georgia high school graduation retest schedule

For those of you who still have to pass a portion(s) of the Georgia High School Graduation Test, another re-test opportunity will be available in November. The following are the dates of those retests:

Monday, November 6: Science

Wednesday, November 8: Social Studies

Thursday, November 9: Language Arts

Friday, November 10: Math

**You will be notified if you have to take the Georgia High School Graduation Test**

SAT/ACT Registration

|Test Date |Regular Deadline |Late Registration |

|Dec. 9, 2006 |Nov. 3, 2006 |Nov. 4-16 |

|Feb. 10, 2007 |Jan. 5, 2007 |Jan 6-19 |

|Apr. 14, 2007 |Mar. 9, 2007 |Mar 10-23 |

|Jun. 9, 2007 |May 4, 2007 |May 5-18 |

SAT Registration Dates ACT Registration Dates

|Test Date |Regular Deadline |Late Registration |

|Dec. 2, 2006 |Nov. 1, 2006 |Nov. 9, 2006 |

|Jan. 27, 2007 |Dec. 20, 2006 |Jan. 4, 2007 |

|Mar. 10, 2007 |Feb. 2, 2007 |Feb. 14, 2007 |

|May 5, 2007 |Mar. 29, 2007 |Apr. 11, 2007 |

|June 2, 2007 |Apr. 27, 2007 |May 9, 2007 |

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 . You can register for the ACT at . 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 $41.50. The cost of the taking the ACT is $43.00 (includes the Writing Test). The Henry County High School code is 112040. Remember, there is a substantial fee for registering late.

If you plan to attend a technical college after high school graduation, it is not necessary for you to take the SAT or the ACT!!! All technical colleges in georgia have their own admission tests (asset or the compass). see your counselor if you have additional questions!!

act & SAT Preparation

If you are planning to take the ACT, SAT, or COMPASS/ASSET, you need to take advantage of the Internet’s first source for free, comprehensive test preparation courses. is the first source for comprehensive, web-based test preparation courses that are absolutely free of charge to students. Please visit Number to sign up.

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 satonlinecourseschool, (2) In the “Students” box click “Register Now.” Then enter HCHS’s school code 112040. Sign in with your account or create a new one.

COURSE MAKE-UP

Evening Academy registration for Mini-Semester III (January mini-semester) will take place on December 5 & 6 from 5-7 p.m. at Union Grove High School. Only 1st semester courses will be offered in this mini-semester. If you are interested, see your counselor for a registration form.

EVENTS OF INTEREST

The ASVAB will be given on October 26, 2006. The deadline to sign up is October 20, 2006. Sign up in the counseling center.

The Devry University Young Women in Science & Technology Program will be held on November 14, 2006. This year’s event specializes in Technology-Related Careers. Please visit the counseling office if you are interested.

Eagle’s Landing Christian Academy will be hosting a Christian College Fair on Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. For more details, visit the counseling office.

Connect With Tech: This top notch, invitational overnight program welcomes 11th and 12th grade students with outstanding academic credentials. In state students must have an SAT score of at least 1150, and out-of-state students must have earned at least 1200 on the Math and Verbal portions. For more detailed information, go to visits.gatech.edu/cwt.

MIDDLE GEORGIA COLLEGE now offers a Bachelor of Science degree in the field of aviation management in order to meet increasing needs in Georgia. The Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation Management is the only program of its kind offered by a public institution in Georgia. Be apart of the four aviation programs: Professional Flight Management, Air Traffic Management, Airport Management, and Logistics Management. Learn more about the BS degree in Aviation Management online at mgc.edu/aviation or by call the admissions office at (478) 934-3103.

PREVIEW GEORGIA TECH: PREVIEW Georgia Tech is a comprehensive visitation program for prospective students, parents, and high school counselors. The program provides a thorough look at the outstanding academic offerings, student services, activities, and facilities at Georgia Tech. The dates of PREVIEW Georgia Tech are April 6, 2007, and June 29, 2007. All sessions are from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The PREVIEW registration forms are available in the counseling office and may also be downloaded from visits.gatech.edu.

SAT PREP AT SYLVAN: Sylvan Learning Center in Stockbridge will be offering SAT Prep. If you enroll in Sylvan, you will receive a Free Verizon Wireless RAZR phone (after $50 rebate). Log on to phone for complete details about the phone deal. Call (770) 389-0007 for more details about the SAT Prep program at Sylvan.

Balfour ordering dates:

December 7th & 8th- Graduation Announcement orders

January 25th & 26th- Cap and Gown Orders

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)

Albany State University is pleased to announce its 2006-2007 Campus Visitation Days for College-Bound High School Students on February 3, 2007, and March 24, 2007. These days will provide excellent opportunities for students and parents to pick up admissions and financial aid information. Also, guests will have the opportunity to meet and talk with ASU administrators, faculty members, staff and students. There will also be guided tours of the campus, lunch, entertainment and door prizes.

All seniors and their families are invited to Duke University’s Pratt School of Engineering- In Focus on Saturday, October 21, 2006 from 8:15 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. The open house is designed to offer you a chance to explore the many opportunities available to the engineering students at Duke University. Visit admissions.duke.edu for a schedule of the day’s events and to RSVP.

Georgia Southwestern State University will hold its preview days on November 11, February 3, and March 24. Visit gsw.edu or call 1-800-338-0082 for more details.

A representative from Middle Georgia College will visit Henry County High School on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 during all three lunch periods. The representative will be located in the cafeteria lobby.

Oxford College of Emory University’s open house dates are as follows: October 13, October 16, October 20, October 27, and November 3. There will also be a visitation day on November 11, 2006 for high school seniors and their parents. The day will provide interested students and parents “The Big Picture” of Oxford College, including lunch with an Oxford Expert of your chose. Register now to reserve your space! Call 1-800-723-8328 or click “special visit events” at emory.edu/OXFORD/Admission/visit.html.

An admissions representative from Rhinehart College will be here on October 25, 2006 during all lunch periods. The representative will be located in the cafeteria lobby.

The Savannah College of Art and Design will host college visitation days on January 13, 2007 and March 3, 2007. For more information or to register for a visitation day, visit scad.edu/visit.

The University of Georgia-College of Veterinary Medicine will hold its second annual Vet School for a Day program. The program is designed to educate students about the many career opportunities within the field of veterinary medicine. You must complete and return the registration form by October 27, 2006. Please see Ms. Davis as soon as possible for the registration form.

A representative from Valdosta State University will be here on October 20, 2006 during all lunch periods. The representative will be located in the cafeteria lobby.

Scholarship Tips

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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 . 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 transmitted to the Georgia Student Finance Commission at the end of June 2007.

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 . 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!!!!!!!

See Ms. Davis if you would like to share your accomplishments. We would love to hear about them!!!!!

Congratulations to the following seniors:

Trayvone Blake has enlisted with United States Air Force. He leaves for basic training on June 15, 2007.

Devale Crossley for being elected as Student Council President. Wow! What a major accomplishment and he has only been at HCHS for over a month! Also, congratulations to Devale for being selected to represent Henry County school system in the U.S. Senate Youth Program.

Candace Edwards has been accepted to Young Harris College. She has also been offered an $8,000 scholarship!

Amanda Lindsey for being elected as Senior Class President.

Jennifer Marks for being elected as Student Council Vice President.

Alyssa Sommerville for being elected as Student Council Executive Parliamentarian

Aarin Smith for being elected as Senior Class Vice President

PREVIOUS SCHOLARSHIP REMINDERS

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|Scholarship |Deadline Date |Website |

|2007 Horatio Alger Scholarship |visit website |scholarships |

|Ron Brown Scholarship |Nov 1 & Jan 9 | |

|Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation |October 31, 2006 |coca- |

|Fort Valley State University CDEP | |See Ms. Davis |

|Gates Millenium Scholars Scholarship |Jan. 12, 2007 | |

|Georgia Tech President’s Scholarship |October 31, 2006 |apply.gatech.edu |

|Presbyterian College Scholarships |December 5, 2006 |See Ms. Davis |

|The Jackie Robinson Foundation |Visit website | |

|SAE Engineering Scholarship Program |Dec. 1, 2006 | |

|UGA Foundation Fellowship |Nov. 15, 2006 | |

OCTOBER SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENTS

AIR FORCE ROTC SCHOLARSHIPS: If you are interested in Air Force ROTC scholarships, information regarding the Air Force Academy, or any general information, please visit the following websites: , ; and .

THE AXA ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP: Are you an AXA achiever? To qualify, you must demonstrate: (1) ambition and drive, (2) determination to set and reach goals, (3) respect for self, family and community, (4) ability to succeed in college. Go to axa- to learn more about the scholarship program. Download an application. Read the inspiring stories of some AXA Achievers. Apply by December 15, 2006.

COLUMBUS STATE UNIVERSITY SERVANT LEADERSHIP PROGRAM: The Servant Leadership Program at CSU awards stipends to competitively selected entering freshmen who are interested in leadership from the perspective of service. The stipends are in the amount of $2,500 per year, renewable each year, and that amount is in addition to HOPE Scholarships and other financial awards. You can pick up applications in the counseling office or visit . The application deadline is January 31, 2007.

DEVRY UNIVERSITY offers over 7,500 scholarships. To find out if you qualify, visit devry/edu/scholarships or call 1-800-295-8694.

HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP FUND: The Hispanic Scholarship Fund is pleased to announce that it will be awarding over one hundred seventy (170) scholarships to Latino high school students in Georgia. To be eligible, the student must: (1) be of Hispanic heritage, (2) Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident with permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551 (not expired), (3) plan to enroll full-time at an accredited college or university in the Fall of 2007, (4) have a minimum cumulative weighted grade point average (GPA) of 3.00, and (5) have applied for Federal Financial Aid. If you are interested, you can visit and download the application or see Ms. Davis in the counseling office. The deadline to submit the application is December 15, 2006.

JEFFERSON SCHOLARSHIPS TO THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA: If you are interested in attending the University of Virginia, you might qualify for the Jefferson Scholarship. The foundation seeks to find high school seniors who possess exceptional ability in leadership and scholarship and who show promise of making a significant contribution to the University community as students and to society at large as graduates. If you are interested, please see Ms. Davis as soon as possible. The application must be submitted by November 6, 2006.

OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC ESSAY CONTEST: The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity announces its annual essay contest. The topic is “How can we as individuals make a difference in the lives of Black people?” The contest is open to all college-bound high school seniors. The essay must be original, neither previously published nor secured by copyright. It must also be 700-750 words in length. You must submit three typewritten, double-spaced copies to: Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.; P.O. Box 90215; Eastpoint, GA 30364 or email entries to PKKessay@. The deadline to submit completed essays is October 31, 2006. See Ms. Davis in the counseling center for additional details.

THE 2007 SAM WALTON COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP: The Sam Walton Community Scholarship is a non-renewable $1,000 award for the student’s first year of undergraduate study at an approved accredited college or university. To qualify, the student must be a graduating high school senior and may not be a Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. or SAM’S CLUB Associate, or the child or legal dependent of a Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. or SAM’S Club Associate. The 2007 Sam Walton Community Scholarship will be available on-line from November 1, 2006, through January 12, 2007. More information, printable online instructions, and the link to apply for these and other Wal-Mart Foundation programs are found at . The access code SWCS must be used to access this application process.

WENDY’S & UNIVISION “LIGA DE CAMPEONES” SCHOLARSHIP: From September 2006 until May 2007, Univision 34 Atlanta will accept applications for their student-of-the-month program, “Wendy’s Liga de Campeones” (Wendy’s League of Champions). “Wendy’s Liga de Campeones” program recognizes Hispanic high school seniors who excel in academic success, athletic achievement or community involvement. Wendy’s and Univision 34 realize the needs and challenges that Hispanic youth faces are substantial. The extraordinary 12th graders selected and honored will receive: (1) a personal profile on Univision 34 Atlanta, (2) A $500 academic scholarship, (3) a feature in “Nuestra Georgia, “WUVG 34’s community affairs program, and (4) mention on “Notibreves, “WUVG 34’s local news briefs. If you are interested, please see Ms. Davis in the counseling office for more details.

Scholarship Giveaway: This year, , sponsor of the Internet’s most popular source for free test prep, is giving away scholarships to celebrate its one-millionth student enrollment. Visit , where you could win up to $3,000 in scholarship money and a matching $3,000 grant for Henry County High School. Get one entry in the drawing just for enrolling online. Then, for each correct answer in a practice session, you can earn an additional entry in the drawing! Winners will be randomly chosen from all entries received within the promotion period. To read the official sweepstakes rules and to enroll in our free test prep courses, go to .

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Counselor Assignments

A-F: Ms. Davis

G-O: Mr. Cousineau

P-Z: Dr. Turner

NEW!!! You can now access the senior newsletter in Edline if you have activated an account. Click on the “Counselor Corner” on the main page. You can also access many important links and information from the counselor page. Do some exploring!!!

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