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GHS Class of 2021 Post-Secondary InformationCollege ApplicationsAccessed through college websitesCollege Foundation of North Carolina () - many NC collegesCommon Application () - over 800 collegesHigh School Transcript To send by mail - COMPLETE TRANSCRIPT RELEASE/REQUEST FORM ON THE GHS WEBPAGE Electronically – through for NC colleges or uploaded in Common App, Send.edu, etc. by counselor (student provides counselor’s contact info in application)ACT/SAT ScoresFOR FALL 2021 ADMISSIONS, MANY COLLEGES ARE WAIVING THEIR TESTING REQUIREMENTtypically required by most colleges (either test), but some are ‘test optional’ official score reports must be sent from ACT/SATregister at and SAT Subject Tests are required by some colleges for placement or admissions purposesstudents eligible for free or reduced lunch can request a fee waiver (more details at the end of this document)Recommendations/Essays/Interviewsrequirements vary by college, but these provide you with the opportunity to personalize your application, to show the admissions committee who you are!See Canvas Scholarship page to access additional interview resourcesFAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid (fafsa.)based on 2019 income and tax informationapplication opens October 1 for 2021-2022 academic yearrequired for student to receive need-based aid, also required to receive institutional aid at most collegesCSS Profile (cssprofile.) is required by some schools in addition to FAFSAAVOID SCAMS - DO NOT PAY MONEY FOR HELP WITH FAFSA/ SCHOLARSHIPS/FINANCIAL AIDRDS - NC Residency Determination Service (ncresidency.)required to receive in-state tuition at all UNC system colleges and NC Community Collegesrequired to receive state-based aid at many NC Independent Collegesmust be completed through your accountmust be completed before you can submit an application for any NC community college.Application Feesrequired by most four-year colleges, amount varies by schoolfee waivers available for students who received SAT or ACT waiverseveral colleges in NC will waive their fee for all students during CFNC College Application Week (held over two weeks this year, Oct 19th- Oct 30th )For NC Community CollegesApply through college website or College Placement Test (CPT) required for English and Math placement (ACT/SAT scores can be substituted) Some programs have limited enrollmentHealth Technologies Programs (e.g. nursing, radiography, etc.) have competitive, extensive admissions processes – see college websitesNo application fee Residency Determination Service must be completed before submitting community college applicationGHS Scholarship Canvas PageJoin the Scholarship Canvas page via link on the Student Services webpage: throughout the yearcontact Ms. Sears (casears@wsfcs.k12.nc.us), Scholarship Coordinator, for more informationPlaying sports in collegePotential collegiate athletes must register online with the NCAA Clearinghouse at (go to ‘Student Athletes’ tab and select ‘Want to Play College Sports’, then click on the blue ‘Student Athlete Registration’ box)Fee waiver is available for students who receive an ACT/SAT waiverOfficial test scores must be sent to NCAA through your ACT or SAT accountLet Mr. Orfanedes (dgorfanedes@wsfcs.k12.nc.us) know when you’ve registered with NCAA so he can upload your transcriptFTCC Short-term Programs – Vocational TrainingSpecialized training in various career areas (see list on next page)More info at forsythtech.edu/ewd/Military OptionsOur specific recruiters’ information will be posted as soon as it’s available; see list of branch websites on the last page ASVAB test is required – information concerning school administration will be posted as it becomes availableThere are many ways to combine military service with furthering your education – your recruiter will help you explore the optionsFee Waivers for College Applications, ACT/SAT, and NCAA ClearinghouseFee waivers are available for students who qualify for free or reduced lunch at schoolTo obtain a waiver, submit a copy of your lunch eligibility letter to Mr. Orfanedes (dgorfanedes@wsfcs.k12.nc.us)If you need a copy of your letter, you may request it from the Child Nutrition Office at 336-703-4275 SCHEDULE YOUR INDIVIDUAL SENIOR MEETINGLast names? ? ? ? ? ?Counselor? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Calendly LinkA- D, F? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Mrs. Calabro? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?, J-O? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Ms. Sears? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?, P-S? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Mrs. Osborne? ? ? ? ? ? ??, T-Z? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Mr. Orfanedes? ? ? ? ? ?? CodesAll seniors should sign up for their counselor's Remind to receive updates including career, college and financial aid information and events.?? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Last Name: A-D, F (@gcalabrosr)??? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Last Name: G, J-O (@2021sears)??? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Last Name: H, P-S (@2021ozzy)? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Last Name: E, I, T-Z (@2021orfan)Economic & Workforce Development Programs at Forsyth Technical Community CollegeTraining is available in these areas:Activity Director*Administrative Assistant Training*Autism Paraprofessional*BartendingCulinary Arts Certificate*Customer Relations/Call Center*Detention Officer Certification TrainingElectrical Lineman*Electrician Installation/Troubleshooting*Emergency Medical Technician Basic*Facility Maintenance Technician*Financial Services and Teller TrainingHuman Resource ManagementHVAC Service Technician I & II*Interpreting-Health & Human ServicesMedical Clerical Courses*Medical Unit Secretary*Nursing Assistant I & II*Office?2016 For Administrative Professionals*Pharmacy Assistant*Phlebotomy*Plumbing Installation/TroubleshootingSmall Business Certification ProgramSmall Business Certification Program:Stokes CountyTelemetry*Veterinary Assistant (Beginning & Advanced)*Welding ARC/MIG/TIG/Industrial**Financial assistance available as funding allowsFor more info, visit forsythtech.edu/ewd/ or contact Forsyth Tech Educational Career Center at 336-734-7748US MILITARY BRANCH WEBSITESAir Force……………………. …………………………. Guard……………….. ……………………... National Guard……… ………………………….. College FairsCarolinas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (CACRAO) Virtual College Exploration Events, held through October 9th. Association of College Admissions Counselors (NACAC) Virtual College Fair, upcoming dates: Oct 12, Oct 18, Nov 8. ................
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