HN Guidance Department

November 2009

News

IMPORTANT INFO FOR SENIORS and JUNIORS:

College representatives from various local colleges visit the Guidance Office everyday after school. Take advantage of this opportunity to meet a rep and get materials and applications. The list of reps appears at the bottom of the website....

Fr. Flynn and Mrs.Ivas will be presenting an informational session on the college process for parents of junior and seniors

Click Here for Full Calendar

Members List:

Director, Jr. Counselor &Soph Counselor (A-L):
Susan Ivas
Guidance Counselor:
Peggy Kohn
SR. Counselor:
Fr. James Flynn
Guidance Secretary:
Ruth Dowgielewicz
8th grade Counselor:
Amy Underwood

Links Section


	COLLEGE INFO
	COLLEGE INFO
	COMMON APPLICATION
	NCAA REGISTRATION
	SAT INFO

HN Guidance Department

MISSION STATEMENT
The Mission of the Guidance Department is to focus on both the academic and personal needs of each individual student. Academically, the Department advises students in the selection of courses in preparation for college and professional life. Personally, the Department helps students understand themselves in relation to the world in which they live, to recognize their strengths and weaknesses, and to develop an ability to cope with and solve problems. This may be accomplished in an individual, small group, or class setting. The members of the department recognize that educational, personal, and social components contribute to the development of the whole individual.

SENIORS

Reminders!!!!!
The criteria for college acceptances:
A. Secondary school record
B. SAT scores
C. Class Rank
D. Extra curricular activities and community service
E. Personal Interview (some colleges)
F. Letters of recommendation(teacher,guidance)

COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMS
Most colleges require that students take SAT I, especially 4 year institutions. Some require SAT II (Subject tests). The college catalog will detail this requirement, or you can contact the college admission office for further information.
ADDITIONAL SENIOR REMINDERS:
Remember to register with the NCAA Clearinghouse if you intend to play Division 1 or Division 2 college sports. Their website is www.ncaaclearinghouse.net and to pay the fee you will need access to a credit card. Additionally, it is imperative that you send your SAT scores directly to the clearinghouse.You must do this on your SAT registration by putting the code 9999 in the area designated for college reports. Also there are new requirements for NCAA eligibility. Please check with your guidance counselor to make sure you have the appropriate courses.
It takes three days to process your applications for scholarships. We cannot give you a copy of official transcripts, so please do not ask.

JUNIORS

During the Junior year, the focus is on college search and preparation. This includes the necessary tests such as PSAT's, SAT's, and ACT's. ACT is offered in April at Holy Name. Registration for SAT and ACT are the student's responsibility although Guidance will provide instruction and assistance. Online registration is encouraged.The website for SAT is www.collegeboard.com. For ACT, it is www.act.org.

Juniors should also be gathering information on various college choices by visiting college representatives, using computer resources as well as college books and other information available in the Guidance Office.

Later in the school year, Juniors should be in the process of completing their resume and speaking to teachers about college recommendations. Each student is required to have three teacher recommendations as well as one from their guidance counselor.

Juniors should also be focusing attention on developing a college essay. Good information on the college essay is available at www.essayedge.com

SOPHOMORES
During Sophomore year, the Guidance Department encourages students to continue to excel academically and to take advantage of afterschool help when necessary. Sophomores should also begin exploring personal and professional goals. There are several tools used to help students with this process, such as The Harrington-O'Shea Career Decision-Making System Interest Survey and My Road. The students are also exposed to career information on related websites. Throughout the year guidance appointments are made for each student with Ms.Kohn (A-L) or Ms.Ivas(M-Z). If further guidance is needed, students are encouraged to make an appointment. Appointments can be made before or after school or during lunch time.

FRESHMEN Freshmen should be working to achieve the highest grades possible. Any student who is having difficulty in any subject should stay after with the teacher. Teachers stay Monday - Thursday from 1:50 - 2:20 p.m. or in some instances later.

In addition students should consider becoming involved in some after school activity whether it be sports, drama, chorus, SADD, yearbook, musical, ski club,etc.

Students will be scheduled for guidance appointments, but are encouraged to make appointments on their own. Any concerns or questions should be directed to Mrs. Leahy.

JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Seventh and eight grade students are guided through the transition from elementary school to Junior High School as well as moving from the Junior High building to the High School. Students are encouraged to participate in extra-curricular activities offered at Holy Name. Throughout the year, students engage in group activities focused on team work, career searches, and the value of friendship. Students will participate in group guidance sessions as well as individual appointments. Students are also encouraged to make guidance appointments throughout the year with Mrs.Kohn.

COLLEGE PLANNING GUIDE

SOPHOMORE YEAR:
OCTOBER

Take PSAT

DECEMBER
Review PSAT results

JANUARY to JUNE
Begin SAT Prep
My Road(Career and College Exploration)
JUNIOR YEAR:
OCTOBER
Take PSAT
NOVEMBER
Begin individual meetings with guidance counselor to discuss college options
DECEMBER
Review PSAT results
Continue SAT prep
FEBRUARY
Register for ACT assessment
MARCH
Register for May SAT's
APRIL
Register for June SAT's or SAT Subject Tests
Start visiting colleges
Begin filling out ROTC and military academy forms
MAY
Take SAT's
Ask teachers about recommendations
Complete resume to give to teachers
JUNE
Take SAT's or SAT Subject Tests
SUMMER
Visit colleges

COLLEGE PLANNING GUIDE

SENIOR YEAR
SEPTEMBER
Review graduation and college admission requirement with guidance
Register for October SAT's
Meet with college representatives
Begin your personal essay for college applications
Early decision candidates begin application for Nov. deadline
ROTC Scholarship application should be started
Schedule any college visits or interviews stil to be completed
College essays should be well underway
Register for November SAT's
OCTOBER
Take SAT's or SATII's
Request any college admission info not already received
NOVEMBER
Deadline for most Early Decision & Early Action applications
Review first quarter grades
Begin to prepare your application,consult with your guidance counselor
Take SAT's or SAT II's
DECEMBER
COMPLETE COLLEGE APPLICATIONS!!!

COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVES

9/23 WORCESTER STATE, WPI,ST. JOSEPH'S OF MAINE,WESTERN NEW ENGLAND COLLEG,FRAMINGHAM STATE
9/24 JOHNSON&WALES,WHEELING JESUIT UNIVERSITY,BOSTON UNIVERSITY,CURRY COLLEGE, PINE MANOR
9/29 ELMS COLLEGE
9/30 STONEHILL,GREEN MOUNTAIN
10/6 UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT
10/7 SALVE REGINA, AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE
10/8 BECKER COLLEGE, SALEM STATE,HOLY CROSS COLLEGE,ASSUMPTION COLLEGE, EMMANUEL COLLEGE

COLLEGE REPRESENTATIVES

10/13 UNIVERSITY OF RI, KEENE STATE, ST JOSEPH (CONN)
10/14 LESLEY COLLEGE, CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY,PROVIDENCE COLLEGE
10/20 WHEELOCK, EMERSON
10/27 UMASS BOSTON,RPI,MERRIMACK,SACRED HEART
11/3WENTWORTH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY,NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE
11/9 UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD
11/13 WHEATON COLLEGE

HN GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT
144 Granite St. • Worcester, MA 01604
phone: 508-753-3813

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