Dear Student,



Counseling Packet2013-2014COCKE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL“Home of the Fighting Cocks”Name: ________________________________________My Homeroom: ______________________________My Counselor: (See contact information below.) ___________________________Crystal McGahaVera PrattTerry JohnsonGail GraySENIORCCHS Counseling Office Contact InformationMrs. Crystal McGaha (A-E)(423) 623-4010 Ext. 120(423) 623-8718 Ext. 120Email address: mcgahac@cc-(Office located in main counseling office.)Mrs. Vera Pratt (F-K)(423) 623-4010 Ext. 101(423) 623-8718 Ext. 101Email address: prattv@cc-(Office is Room #101A-toward Auditorium on left.)Mr. Terry Johnson (L-R)(423) 623-4010 Ext. 153(423) 623-8718 Ext. 153Email address: johnsont@cc-(Office is Room #101A-toward Auditorium on right.)Mrs. Gail Gray (S-Z)(423) 623-4010 Ext. 119(423) 623-8718 Ext. 119Email address: grayg@mail.cocke.k12.tn.us (Office located in main counseling office.)Mrs. Sheryl Clevenger- Counseling Office, Secretary(423) 623-4010 or (423) 623-8718, Ext. 121Email: cchscounseling@mail.cocke.k12.tn.us Go to and then bookmark our website at:cocke.k12.tn.us/CockeCoHighSchool/cocke_county_high_school_counsel.htmSenior Conference Objectives:Analyze/Discuss 4-6 year plan, current status, graduation requirements, and future options based on high school performance 4.3, 6.1, 6.5 Synthesize and cite developed post-secondary plans regarding college/career (ex. choice of school, college entrance exams, career plans, etc.) 3.2, 3.3, 4.9, 5.5,5.6, 6.6, 8.1, 8.2, 8.3Recognize the financial aid process including FAFSA information at the senior level and apply its concepts when applicable 4.2, 5.3Standards targeted:3.2, 3.3, 4.2, 4.3, 4.9, 5.3, 5.5, 5.6, 6.1, 6.5, 6.6, 8.1, 8.2, 8.3CCHS Counseling Mission StatementThe mission of the Cocke County High School Counseling Department is to partner with all stakeholders (educators, parents/guardians, students and community members) in order to facilitate a support system which will ensure all students at CCHS have access to and are prepared with the knowledge and skills needed to become productive citizens and lifelong learners.You’re on your way…To Graduation DAY!!Dear Student,Congratulations, you have made it and you’re finally a senior!! This is the beginning of the busiest and most important year of your school career. Your first task, of course is to GRADUATE *Remember: At the end of your senior year, you must have ALL required credits completed in order to participate in the graduation ceremony. The privilege of participating in the graduation ceremony can also be removed for disciplinary actions at the discretion of the CCHS principal. You must consistently work hard and smartly in order to achieve the very best grades possible, keep track of your credits, and also plan/prepare for your next step—college, trade/technical school, or the world of work itself. Keep studying, and continuing to take challenging courses, ex. DE.If you are interested in attending college or vocational schools, there are some important steps that must be completed. A convenient full year checklist is located on the back of your folder.7 Tips for Applying to College Stress-FreeIT'S NEVER TOO EARLY TO START YOUR COLLEGE SEARCHHopefully you’ve been researching colleges already!! Colleges and universities may require essays, letters of recommendation, multi-part applications, test scores and other information that you don't want to do at the last minute. Put together a calendar of significant dates to help you navigate the search process.Choosing a college or university is one of the most important decisions you'll make, so it's vital to educate yourself about the admission process. Here are some tips to help make your college search less stressful.WORK CLOSELY WITH YOUR HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELORHigh school counselors work closely with college admission officers and are knowledgeable about the college process. They also can help you with details such as selecting college preparatory classes and getting information on financial aid programs.EXPLORE MAJORS THAT MATCH YOUR SKILLS AND INTERESTSWhile you're looking at universities and the undergraduate programs they offer, think about your own personal interests and how they relate to choosing a major.DON'T RULE OUT SCHOOLS BECAUSE OF COSTApply first, then leave financial considerations until the end. Universities provide resources that may make it possible for you to attend.PRIORITIZE THE FACTORS MOST IMPORTANT TO YOU IN A COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITYTo help you decide what college will fit you best, give serious thought to what you want in a university. For example, here are some issues to consider in your choice: Location: Are you interested in an urban, suburban or rural campus? Size: What is the university's student population, its student-to-faculty ratio and its average class size? Mix of students: Are there students from all over the country, with different backgrounds and experiences? Academics: Does the university offer programs of study that interest you?CCHS seniors can take 3 college visits on their own. Arrange your date and then pick up a “College Visit Form” from your counselor to take with you.VISIT AS MANY UNIVERSITIES AS POSSIBLETo make the most of your campus visit, give yourself enough time to sample everything the university has to offer – take a guided tour, spend time in the dining hall or the student center and, most importantly, talk to students about their experiences.THINK QUALITY, NOT QUANTITYWhen it comes to extracurricular activities, more isn't necessarily better. Colleges are more interested in the quality of the activities you choose and the commitment you have to them than they are with the number of activities in which you participate. Colleges especially look for activities that complement your education and pay close attention to any leadership positions you may hold.?Prepare for and TAKE YOUR TESTS!! ACT: Offers valuable information about the ACT test as well as online registration. Sample questions are given to help you prepare for the ACT. The College Board: Detailed information on taking the SAT plus online SAT registration. All aspects of going to school are addressed on this site including career and college selection. Princeton Review: Take a practice SAT on-line plus great tools to help with college and career planning. To register for a Saturday ACT test on-line or to better prepare for it: startCCHS CEEB School Code:431-775Please explore the website online or see your counselor to pick up an ACT Preparation Booklet.Test DateRegistration?Deadline(Late Fee Required)September?21,?2013August?23,?2013August?24–Sep. 6,?2013October?26,?2013 (at Cosby HS)September?27,?2013Sept.?28–Oct,?11,?2013December?14,?2013*November?8,?2013November?9–22,?2013February?8,?2014January?10,?2014January?11–24,?2014April?12,?2014*March?7,?2014March?8–21,?2014March?9,?2012March?10 – 23,?2012June?14,?2014May?9,?2014May?10–23,?2014Additional dates you may wish to register for (on a Saturday):Fee for Sat. tests is $36.50 unless eligible for a waiver (see counselor).* = Tests given at CCHS (Oct. test will be given at Cosby High School). Remember that students who meet certain income eligibility criteria can receive two FEE WAIVERS in high school to cover the cost of the ACT (with or without the writing portion).When registering ONLINE, a student must have a credit card, voucher, or waiver to cover the cost of the test.ACT registration materials and study booklets are available in the school counseling office. If you are a member of Tusculum Talent Search or Upward Bound, please see your Tusculum counselor to see if you may be eligible for a voucher/waiver through their program(s).If you are interested in ACT prep, please check with the Math Department and/or School Counseling Department for after-school ACT Prep opportunities.Even though ACT scores are included on transcripts, not all colleges accept the scores by transcript. It is the student’s ultimate responsibility to send ACT scores to colleges/organizations for purposes of admission and/or scholarship.Financial Aid and Scholarships: There are college scholarships for almost every interest, skill, participation and association. College scholarships are available through charitable foundations, businesses, schools, universities, government agencies and private organizations and are awarded based on criteria set by these organizations. Criteria could be academic, athletic, membership in a specific group or club or on the basis of community service. --Now, maybe you don't think you have the skills, the grades or the right associations. This is just not true. There are other scholarships you may be eligible for. For instance, did you know that there are scholarships for certain people that are for example- left-handed, tall, bassoon players, twins, skateboarders, etc? There are thousands of scholarships available for all types of people with all types of interests or characteristics. See: or links below:Watch out for Scholarship SCAMS A good rule of thumb is: Don’t pay someone Money to find you Money!! Normally the money they find is options you could have found for yourself for FREE!!! Suggested Websites for Scholarship SearchesMaking-a-studentaid. eac-Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation (TSAC): or Account/Login link: State-supported website regarding information concerning Tennessee’s Education Lottery Scholarship Program (HOPE, Aspire, Wilder-Naifeh, etc.)** One of the main resources for financial aid assistance is the Financial Aid Office of the school/college that you plan on attending next year. They can also alert you to any other scholarships or grants sponsored at their institution.**The Counseling office is working hard to make scholarship applications that come through our office easily available to all students by placing a list or the applications themselves on the counseling table in the main hallway. If an application is listed, but NOT on the table, please ask Sheryl in the counseling office. Please, do NOT wait until the deadline date day of or the day right before to get an application; the application may be more complicated than you think. You may also check the Cocke County High School Web Page as we are attempting to provide an up-dated scholarship list for you weekly.**Eligibility criteria and award amounts may change without notice at the discretion of the TN State Legislature.Filling out the FAFSA (fafsa.) is a requirement for TELS program scholarships including the HOPE (Lottery) scholarship. It can also provide access to other grants, loans and work-study programs administered by the Federal Government. The FAFSA can also help you get school-based financial aid. It could be the most important financial aid form you complete. You will complete this in January of your senior year and every January thereafter while you are in school.????????????????PIN InformationA PIN is a 4-digit number that is used in combination with your Social Security Number, name, and date of birth to identify you as someone who has the right to access your own personal information on Federal Student Aid Web sites, such as Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSASM) site at . Your PIN is used to sign legally binding documents electronically. It has the same legal status as a written signature. Don’t give your PIN to anyone—not even to someone helping you fill out the FAFSA. Sharing your PIN could put you at risk of identity theft!?A parent of a dependent student, will need his/her own PIN if he/she wants to sign the child’s FAFSA electronically. If the parent has more than one child attending college, the parent’s same PIN can be used to sign all of their applications.? Your FAFSA can’t be processed until your signature(s) have been received. Using a PIN to sign your FAFSA electronically is the fastest and most reliable way. However, you can print, sign and mail in a signature page, or provide signature(s) on your paper Student Aid Report (SAR). GET A PIN!!Tip: You may use your PIN for the duration of your school experience and beyond. The PIN stays the same. If you or your parents do not already have a PIN, you can apply for a PIN while completing a FAFSA on the Web application, or you can go to the Federal Student Aid PIN Web site at pin. to apply. To complete the FAFSA, be sure to use this website: fafsa.Gathering the Documents Needed to Apply for FAFSAThe FAFSA asks for information about you (your name, date of birth, address, etc.) and about your financial situation. Depending on your circumstances (for instance, when you filed taxes or what tax form you used), you might need the following information or documents as you fill out the FAFSA:Your Social Security number (it’s important that you enter it correctly on the FAFSA!) Your parents’ Social Security numbers if you are a dependent student Your driver’s license number if you have one Your Alien Registration Number if you are not a U.S. citizen Federal tax information or completed 2013 tax returns (2012 taxes if using estimates to file) including IRS W-2 information, for you (and your spouse, if you are married), and for your parents if you are a dependent student: IRS 1040, 1040A, 1040EZ Foreign tax return, or Tax return for Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands, the Marshall Islands, the Federal States of Micronesia, or Palau Records of your untaxed income, such as child support received, interest income, and veteran’s non-education benefits, for you, and for your parents if you are a dependent student Information on cash; savings and checking account balances; investments, including stocks and bonds and real estate but not including the home in which you live; and business and farm assets for you, and for your parents if you are a dependent student (Estimates from previous year’s taxes can be used to file. However, income verification may be needed upon entering college.)To organize your information, you can print and complete a FAFSA on the Web Worksheet before you begin entering your information online. However, you are not required to do so. FAFSA on the Web will guide you through the questions that you must answer, and you can save your application and return to it later if you don’t have the information you need to answer any of the questions.Don’t Be Afraid Of VERIFICATION!!!Keep these records! You may need them again. Do not mail your records to Federal Student Aid.When you have been accepted to a college, get on the school’s website, create your account, make sure you don’t have any red flags on your awards or financial aid showing in your student account.Need Help with the FAFSATo assist seniors and their parents with completing the FAFSA, the CCHS Counseling Dept. has arranged the following presentations this year. All workshops will be at CCHS at the times designated.DatePresentation/WorkshopSept. 24, 2013“Financial Aid Process by TSAC” –by Jason Seay 6:00 p.m. at CCHS. The presentation is open to ALL interested seniors and their parents.Nov. 19, 2013“Financial Aid/FAFSA Workshop” –6:00 p.m. by Brandy Lester, WSCC rep, at CCHS. The presentation is open to ALL interested seniors and their parents.Jan. 9, 2014“FAFSA Assistance by appointment”(8:30 am-7:00 pm)– For seniors and their parents. Bring Dec. 2013 (end-of-year) check stub & 2012 completed taxes to file by estimates. (If school is closed, appointments will continue in Terri Hall’s office in Vocational bldg.)Jan. 21, 2014“Last minute FAFSA Help” – Terri Hall will be on hand to assist families who have NOT yet completed the FAFSA. Appointments will be given starting at (8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m.). REMEMBER APPLICATION DEADLINES – File your FAFSA as early as possible. It may make a difference in the funds available.Also, if you are not currently in Talent Search or Upward Bound and you are eligible for their program, Mrs. Hall is also available locally by individual appoint to assist all area residents with many educational needs/services. The services are FREE OF CHARGE and consist of the following: (Pending grant/funding renewal)Provide Career CounselingAssist you in completing college applicationsAssist you in completing financial aid forms for grants and scholarships to attend collegeProvide scholarship and college application money as is availableTERRI HALL, Education Specialist Contact her using the following # -423-736-5261Career Information and Selection Tennessee Career Information Delivery System (TCIDS): - State-supported website for both college and career searches. Kiersey Test: - A personality test that will help you determine what kind of careers would be the best for you. Occupational Outlook Handbook: - Detailed career descriptions are available on this site. An excellent tool for anyone trying to decide on a career path.?? Careeronestop (pathways to career success): - Students, parents, and career advisors can follow the links to the right to explore career and education options. TN College and Career Planning System: Helps students learn about themselves, explore career options, make a plan for education, prepare for the world of work, and more.Area College ComparisonsThe information provided below was accessed using each college’s website or most recent catalog. Please be aware that it is subject to change at any given time. Some of the cost estimates provided are just for tuition—application fees, housing, technology fees, books, transportation, etc. are not included. Some colleges have other procedures for college entry if the ACT or GPA is not met.CollegeACT and/or GPA requirementsEstimated Tuition Costs*Eligible for “Lottery” MoniesCarson-Newman UniversityAverages of 2012 admitted class: 3.4 GPA AND ACT of 23$754.00 per credit hour $11,320.00 per semester. Estimated total cost per year is $28,000. Includes tuition, fees, room.YESEast Tennessee State UniversityMinimum 2.3 GPAMinimum ACT of 19$330 per credit hour$?3,624.50 per semester for full-time students YESITTACT: 17 /pass placement testor complete HS credits w/2.0 GPA$493 per credit hourAverage of $5,916 per semester depending upon program NOLincoln Memorial University3.2 GPAACT of 19$790 per credit hourYearly Tuition: $18,960YESSouth College2.0 GPAMin. ACT of 17 or SAT 830Tuition averages $5,600-9,500 per quarter (10-18 credit hours) depending upon type of programYESTN College of Applied TechnologyOpen Admissionwith HS diploma/GEDFull time day classes $912 each trimester – Annually $2736– (includes technology fee) Trimesters begin Sept, Jan. and May depending on program.YESTusculumMin. 19 ACT/Min. 2.0 GPAAverage acceptance scores: 22 ACT and 3.3 GPA$335 per semester hour2012-2013 Avg. Annual Cost: tuition, room and board $29,620.00YESUniversity of Tennessee KnoxvilleAverage acceptance scores: 24–29 ACT and GPA range of 3.42–4.0. $393 per credit hour$5,597 per semester $11,194 per year (tuition and fees)YESWalter’s State Community CollegeHS Diploma or GED (45 or above)No minimum ACT/SAT(ACT scores less than 19 in subject areas will require remedial classes)$139 per credit hour (up to 12 hours)Average $1807.50 per semesterYESMiddle Tennessee State University3.0 or 22 ACTOr2.7 AND 19 ACT$315 per hourAverage $3,773 per semester (12 hours)YESUniversity of Tennessee - Chattanooga2.85 GPA and 18 ACTOR2.3 GPA and 21 ACT$433 per hour (including fees)Average $3,777 per semester (12 hours)YESTennessee Technological University2.0 AND 19 ACTOr2.5 AND 17 ACT$324 per hourAverage $3,531.50 per semester (12 hours)Average $15,287 per year (including fees)YESKing University2.6 GPA and 19 ACT$33,140 per year (tuition, fees, room, board)YESNortheast State Community CollegeHS Diploma or GEDNo minimum ACT/SAT(ACT scores less than 19 in subject areas will require placement test)$139 per hourAverage $1,809 per semester (12 hours)YESMaryville CollegeNo minimum requirementsAverage acceptance: 24 ACT and 3.5 GPA$20,511 per semester (full time enrollment, meals, room, fees)$41,022 per yearYESPellissippi State Community CollegeHS Diploma or GEDNo minimum ACT/SAT(ACT scores less than 19 in subject areas will require placement test)196.00per hourAverage $1,830.00 per semester (12 hours)YESBe aware of COLLEGE APPLICATION AND SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINES. Many colleges have early deadline dates, especially for scholarships given from their own institutions. Some of these are as early as November 1st. Please research the deadline dates of the college(s) of which you are interested in applying. Common Application: Some students may want to use the common application. There are now 456 Common Application members in 46 states and the District of Columbia, as well as in France, Germany, Italy, Scotland, and Switzerland. Check to see if your post-secondary school is a member of the common application. If so, you can apply at .To Do: -Request your transcript:All schools you apply to will need an official copy of your transcript. When you need a copy of your transcript, follow the procedures outlined below.Go into CCHS’s counseling office.Locate the clipboard on the office’s counter that says “Transcript Request”Complete the information noting the date, your name, and where you want your transcript sent.To request a copy for yourself, write “personal” and put the number you would like to have. (Personal copies CANNOT be sent as “Official.”)TRANSCRIPT REQUESTSCheck back within two days—a check mark will be placed by your name (or it will be highlighted) to show that your transcript has been sent. If you requested personal copies, locate yours in the manila file folder on the counter that says “transcripts-Build your Résumé NOW!!Your résumé is something that you have been working on since freshman year, hopefully. It will definitely help you when it comes to remembering your activities and honors from year to year. Not sure how to complete one? Ask your counselor for some examples. Service System (Males only) WHO MUST REGISTER? Almost all male U.S. citizens, and male aliens living in the U.S., who are 18 through 25, are required to register with Selective Service. It's important to know that even though he is registered, a man will not automatically be inducted into the military. In a crisis requiring a draft, men would be called in sequence determined by random lottery number and year of birth. Then, they would be examined for mental, physical and moral fitness by the military before being deferred or exempted from military service or inducted into the Armed Forces. REGISTERING FOR SELECTIVE SERVICE IS REQUIRED BY LAW. Dear College-Bound Student-Athlete: Some of you are really involved in athletics!! That’s a great extracurricular activity to help with scholarship opportunities and college options.You will need to become NCAA Eligible. Complete your online registration at (Fee approx $60.00-a fee waiver may be available. Ask your counselor.) Special Recognition at Graduation* CCHS Honors -?In the past, students who have attained a 3.0 GPA by mid-year of their senior year have worn a gold tassel at graduation. * TN STATE Honors - Students who scored at or above all of the subject area readiness benchmarks on the ACT or equivalent on the SAT will graduate with STATE Honors and are provided a pin to wear at graduation.? The ACT benchmarks are as follows:? English=18,?Math=22,?Reading=22, and Science=23* TN STATE Distinction – Students who attain a "B" (3.0) average AND complete at least one of the following graduate with State Distinction and are provided a pin for graduation.-Earn a nationally recognized industry certification (i.e. CNA certification)-Participate in at least one of the Governor's Schools-Participate in one of the state's All-State Musical organizations-Be selected as a National Merit Finalist or Semi-Finalist-Attain a score of 3 or higher on at least two AP Exams- Attain a composite score of 31 or higher on the ACT- Successfully complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program-Earn 12 or more semester hours of transcripted post-secondary credit (i.e. Dual Enrollment) -Other that may be deemed appropriate by the local LEA * Beta Club: Students who have participated in Beta Club wear gold sashes at graduation.Tennessee Scholars Program *Graduating seniors who have met requirements for the TDP plus the following requirements can be designated as a “TENNESSEE SCHOLAR” on their transcript. Applications will be available some time in Spring semester.CourseworkOther RequirementsMaintain “C” AverageADDITIONAL course requirements involving:Alg. I, II, Geometry and 1 higher math (4yrs of Math not counting Bridge Math)Biology, Chemistry, and 1 lab science (Physics preferred-not required) Any combination of the two (not counting those used for other graduation requirements):Fine Arts, CTE (vocational), AP, DE, or online credits1 Fine Art2 credits in the same Foreign Language (can’t opt out)Earned and logged a minimum of 80 community service hours (outside the school day)No out-of-school suspensions allowed during HSGood attendance records—(95% attendance during high school—equates to no more than 36 total absences – excused or unexcused.)Maintain C average (no final grade of “F” for any course)(Information taken from )Benefits for Students: Scholarships All Technology Center give tuition assistance to Tennessee ScholarsStudents get financial assistance at the following other post secondary institutions (Certain Criteria apply) Cleveland State in Cleveland $1500 ( For counties in the Cleveland State Community College Only) Bryan College in Dayton $500Walters State Community College $300 Roane State Community College $500(limited number of scholarships for schools in RSCC area)Mountain Empire Community College in Scott County, VA (Full)East TN State University in Johnson City (Private endowment for students in Washington County)Northeast State Community College (East Tennessee Students only)Volunteer State University full tuition (Sumner County Residents only) Lee University $2500(Available to Bradley County Students Only)10. Union University $2500 per year for 4 years(All Tennessee Scholars)11. Cumberland University $1500 (Wilson County Students only) Limited number of scholarships.12. Martin Methodist University Other Rewards and Incentives Medallion worn at graduationGold seal for diploma (as available)Permanent stamp on transcriptJob preferential hiring Local, state, and national recognition.As of: Aug. 29, 20132013-2014 IMPORTANT DATES/EVENTS** Any 2nd semester dates are subject to change due to inclement weather and school cancellations.School InfoIssue 1st Progress Reports-Sept. 6Open House (3:45 – 6:30 p.m.)Sept. 11PICS- Senior RetakesSept. 26No School (Fall Break)Oct. 7-111st Nine Weeks ends-Oct. 14Issue 1st 9-weeks report cardsOct. 21PICS-Underclass Retakes/Sr Group/SuperlativesOct. 234 ? weeks ends-Nov. 13Issue 2nd Progress ReportsNov. 15No School (Thanksgiving Break)Nov. 27-29Semester Final ExamsDec. 18 & 19End of 2nd 9-weeks/Sem 1; 1:00 pm. DismissDec. 19No School (Christmas Beak)Dec. 20-Jan. 3Issue 2nd 9-weeks/Sem 1 Report CardsJan. 10No School (MLK day)Jan. 204 ? weeks ends- Feb. 5Issue 3rd Progress ReportsFeb. 7Open House (3:45 – 6:30 p.m.)Feb. 121:00 p.m. dismissal (Valentine’s Day) Feb. 14No School (Presidents’ Day)Feb. 171:00 p.m. dismissal (In-school ACT day) Mar. 43rd Nine-weeks endsMar. 111:00 p.m. dismissal Mar. 14No School (Mid-winter break)Mar. 17Issue 3rd 9-weeks report cardsMar. 194 ? weeks ends-April 11 No School (Spring Break)April 14-21Issue last (4th) Progress ReportsApril 23Senior Honors Night - 7:00 p.m @ TBAMay 19Semester Final ExamsMay 21 & 22End of 4th 9-weeks/Sem 2; 1:00 p.m. DismissMay 22Issue 4th 9-weeks/Sem 2 Report CardsTBA*GRADUATION @ WSCC Expo Ctr.May 29 @ 5:00 p.m.High School/Counseling Testing InfoACT-Sept. Late registration window-(extra fee)Aug. 24-Sept. 6Formative Assessments for EOC-tested classesSept. 9-13ACT-Sept. Test date (out-of county)Sept. 21ACT-Oct. Test registration deadlineSept. 27ACT-Oct. Late registration window-(extra fee)Sept. 28-Oct. 11 CRA (Constructed Response Assessment for Alg. 1, 2, Geometry)Oct. 22ACT-Oct. Test date (@ Cosby HS)Oct. 26ASVAB (for registered 11th & 12th)Nov. 6ACT-Dec. Test registration deadlineNov. 8ACT-Dec. Late registration window-(extra fee)Nov. 9-22Formative Assessments for EOC-tested classesNov. 11-15End-Of-Course (EOC) testingDec. 9-13ACT-Dec. Test (@ CCHS)Dec. 14ACT-Feb. Test registration deadlineJan. 10ACT-Feb. Late registration window-(extra fee)Jan. 11-24ACT-Feb. Test date (out-of-county)Feb. 8CRA (Constructed Response Assessment in Alg. 1, 2, Geometry)Feb. 19ACT-April Test registration deadlineMar. 7ACT-April Late registration window-(extra fee)Mar. 8-21ACT-April Test date (@ CCHS)April 12Formative Assessments for EOC-tested classesApril 7-11ACT-June Test registration deadlineMay 9ACT-June Late registration window-(extra fee)May 10-23End-Of-Course (EOC) testingMay 5-9 AP-Calculus ExamMay 7AP-English IV (Literature) ExamMay 8AP-English III (Language) ExamMay 9AP-Music Theory ExamMay 12AP-Human Geography ExamMay 13AP-US History (a.m.) & Euro. History (p.m.) ExamsMay 14ACT-June Test date (@ CCHS) June 14College & Career-Readiness Info ** Students are responsible for learning college/scholarship deadline dates that pertain to post-secondary schools that interest them. For example, UT-Knoxville scholarship applications are usually the first due (Nov. 1). Applications for early consideration are usually due before general admissions applications. Good practice is to have all college applications completed by Dec. 1 (or earlier) so that you can concentrate on scholarships and other aid (FAFSA) 2nd semester.Student/counselor conferences: Seniors-Sept. 5-25 (Individual Student Conferences)Sept. 11 Mini-College Fair during Open House in CCHS Library (3:45-6:30 p.m.) Sept. 24TN Student Assistance meeting w/ Elizabeth Raymond discussing Financial Aid process for upcoming GRADS & their parents-6:00 p.m.Sept. 30College Fair at Carson-Newman College – app. 60 post-secondary schools represented (Seniors only)Nov. TBACareer Fair at WSCC (seniors only)Nov. 19General Financial Aid/FAFSA workshop for graduating students & their parents by WSCC Financial Aid personnel–CCHS 6:00 pmNov. 26College and Career Fair at CCHS sponsored by TN-ACHE – Aspire/Advance/AchieveJan. 1FAFSA- Seniors and parents can start completing the FAFSA after this date at {Get P.I.N. first at pin. )Jan. 9FAFSA Assistance by individual appt (8:30 a.m.- 7:00 p.m.) – Bring Dec. 2013 (end-of-year) check stub & 2012 completed taxes (for estimations). (If school is closed on Jan. 9, appointments will continue in Terri Hall’s office in Vocational building.) Jan. 21Last-minute FAFSA help with Terri Hall by individual appt. (8:30-7:00 p.m.) [If NOT yet filed a FAFSA.] Feb. 1Complete FAFSA before this date to better ensure TN Student Assistance Grant availability (Based on income-Funds are 1st come-1st serve.)Apr. 24IRS Data Retrieval assistance with Terri Hall for seniors who have filed a FAFSA 6:00 pm**Students--Check the scholarship table weekly for new postings regarding local/regional scholarships as they come through the counseling office.Reminder: This packet includes several websites for you to access (for career, scholarship, college research). You may research these websites on your own time OR you may use the laptops in the counseling office during school hours, as long as you bring a note from your teacher. ................
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