[BHS Etree] COLLEGE/CAREER: Bulletin for Week of Jan. 6
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*College****and Career Center Hours: ****Mon-Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm*
*College****Advisor: ****Angela Price **angelaprice at berkeley.net*
<mailto:angelaprice at berkeley.net>
*College****Advisor: ****Skyler Barton **skylerbarton at berkeley.net*
<mailto:skylerbarton at berkeley.net>
*New or updated information.
**SAT Word of the Week*: /Philanthropist -- a wealthy person who donates
money to worthy causes.///
*FINANCIAL AID:* The FAFSA and the CA Dream Act application periodsare
open from January 1, 2014 -- March 2, 2014. In order to receive the
best financial aid package that you are eligible for, you are highly
encouraged to submit your FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application as early as
possible.
Please note that many private colleges require the CSS Profile
application as well. Please check with individual college/university
admissions offices and/or financial aid offices for the requirements and
deadlines.
**SAVE THE DATE -- FINANCIAL AID WORKSHOP -- JAN. 30, 2014*: We will have
our Financial Aid "Cash for College" workshop on January 30th, from 6:30
to 8:30pm in the Berkeley High School Library. At this workshop,
seniors and parents/guardians will receive hands-on support with
completing financial aid applications.BHS College Advisors and financial
aid experts from the East Bay Consortium will be providing assistance at
this event.
*Steps to be prepared for the Cash for College Workshop:
1. Be prepared with student and parent social security numbers or
taxpayer identification numbers.
2. Bring your family's most recent federal tax forms, such as 1040, W-2,
bank statements, etc. You will not have to reveal this information to
anyone, but you will need it to complete the forms. If your family's
2013 federal tax returns are not ready yet, bring 2012 tax returns for
estimating.
3. Check college / university websites for special financial aid
deadlines and forms (i.e. Collegeboard's CSS Profile)**
**
**SAVE THE DATE: MARCH 6, 2014 - PARENTS/GUARDIANS OF BHS JUNIORS C/O 2015*:
We will be hosting an evening presentation for parents and guardians of
juniors on Tuesday, March 6th, at 6:30pm in the BHS Library.College
Advisors Angela Price and Skyler Barton will discuss items related to
preparing for thecollegeapplication process.
*_SENIORS_*
**Community College*-- Stay tuned for upcoming Community College
Information Sessions and a Local Community College Fair, to be hosted in
the College and Career Center in February/March.College advisors will
also host Community College application workshops and assist students
with registering for assessment testing.More information coming soon.
1. *Sending Test Scores: *
_Sending Test Scores to UC's_: Remember, when sending test scores to
UC's, you only need to send them to ONE UC, and all other campuses will
then have access to your scores.
_Sending Test Scores to CSU's_: SAT - List the CSUMentor institution
code so that CSUMentor can store your scores for any CSU campus to
retrieve. The CSUMentor institution code for the SAT is 3594.
ACT - If you have listed a CSU campus as an ACT score report recipient,
you can use the ACT Scores Manager to release your score to additional
campuses. Before you can use the ACT Scores Manager, you must first
have arranged for your scores to be sent to a CSU campus. If you have
not yet arranged for your ACT scores to be sent to a CSU campus, you can
learn how to request this at www.actstudent.org/scores/send/index.html
<http://www.actstudent.org/scores/send/index.html>.
*If you are registered for the December ACT or SAT, you can arrange for
your scores to be sent to the schools you are applying to prior to
taking the test. You can avoid delays by following this process.
Private Colleges: You must send the test scores to each individual campus.
2. *Sending Mid-Year Grade Reports:* For schools on the Common App,
your counselor who you have identified to provide a Secondary School
Report will also upload your mid-year report (transcript) online. For
non-Common App schools that require mid-year reports, you must submit a
transcript request form with a stamped and addressed envelope to our
Registrar's Office, D-173. Please check all of your accounts and school
websites for requirements and deadlines. We recommend that you check
all of your accounts and school portals at least once per week for updates.
3. *A Few CSU's Still Accepting Undergraduate Applications for Fall
2013*:A handful of CSU's will continue to accept applications on a
_space available basis_, including *CSU East Bay, *CSU Dominguez Hills,
and Cal Maritime.
For a complete list, please visit
http://www.csumentor.edu/Filing_Status/Default.asp.
*CSU East Bay*: Applications are still open!
CSUEB offers a variety of academic programs, including highly regarded
business administration options and pre-professional programs in
medicine, dentistry, optometry, pharmacy, physicaltherapy, veterinary
science, allied health sciences, law and theology. To learn more about
this _non-impacted_ university, please
visithttp://www20.csueastbay.edu/ (Currently accepting applications!)
4. *Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)*: What is Educational
Opportunity Program (EOP)? The Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) is
designed to improve access for and retention of historically low-income
and educationally disadvantaged students. An EOP student has the
potential and demonstrated motivation to perform satisfactorily at a
CSU, but has not been able to realize this potential because of economic
or educational background. The program provides admission and academic
assistance to EOP-eligible undergraduate students. In many cases, the
program offers financial assistance to eligible students. Campuses
tailor their programs to accommodate the needs of their student
population (CSUMentor.edu)
Who May Apply?
Only historically low-income and educationally disadvantaged
undergraduate students who need admission assistance and support
services to succeed in college are admitted to EOP. They must
demonstrate academic potential and motivation, be California residents
or otherwise eligible, and meet the income criteria.
For additional information about EOP, please visit:
http://www.csumentor.edu/finaid/steps/eop.asp
How to apply to EOP: In your CSU application, answer "yes" to the
question asking if you would like to be considered for the EOP. After
submitting a CSU application, you will receive a confirmation page. On
the confirmation page, click on the EOP link.
If you are planning on applying to EOP and would like to receive
assistance with your application, please visit your College Advisor (Ms.
Price or Mr. Barton) for support.
5. *SET UP YOUR **COLLEGE** ACCOUNTS AND PORTALS:*After applying to
colleges/universities, check your e-mail accounts frequently. You will
likely receive contact from the colleges you have applied to,
traditionally providing instructions and information to set up your
account with the particular school you have applied to. These accounts,
often referred to as portals, will be your main line of communication
with each particular college/university. We recommend checking for
updates frequently!
6. *CSU PLACEMENT TESTS:* CSU requires you to take the English
PlacementTest (EPT) and the Entry-Level Mathematics Test (ELM) before
you enroll. Your scores are not used for admission purposes, but they do
determine which math and English courses you should take to begin your
career at CSU. Most students will have to take the exam, but there are
some circumstances under which you may be exempt. Seniors: If you are
planning on attending a CSU, we encourage you to take care of this
requirement (Placement Tests) early in the spring. By completing this
process early, you will not have to worry about missing any deadlines
for this requirement. Free online preparation for these exams is
available at https://www.ets.org/csu/about/
7. *Common App* -- The new CA4 Version: The new version of the Common
App has experienced some glitches throughout the first month or so. Some
issues have been fixed and other glitches are currently being addressed.
Here are some basic tips and recommendations:
a.Save your work constantly!
b.Don't wait until the last minute to submit your application.
c.Compose your essay in Word and save it. Do not type your essay
directly into the application. Copy your essay from Word into Notepad.
Then, copy it form Notepad and paste it into your application. This
seems to be the best method thus far. This is a lot of steps, but the
formatting and word count has been off on many applications where
students copied directly from Word.
d.Use the Print Preview before submitting the application. Review every
section and be sure to answer EVERY question. Be sure to proofread your
essay.
e. Invite your recommenders early in the process. *After inviting your
recommender, confirm their receipt of the Common App Recommender
invitation.
8. *Advising Appointments for Seniors*: Seniors may drop in any day
before school, at lunch, or after 6th period withoutan appointment to
have questions answered. Please note that college advisors will be
conducting FAFSA workshops in the Library Computer Lab after school on
Tuesday and Thursday, beginning the week of January 13^th .
*College****Advisor****assignments*: *Ms. Price***-- BIHS and AC
students with last names L-Z.
*Mr. Barton* -- AHA, AMPS, CAS, GRN and AC students with last names A-K.
9. Seniors who are applying to *colleges** that are not on the Common
Application*: please review this message for document submission
guidelines*
a. If the college does not use the Common Application:
- Download the required form (Secondary School Report) from the college
website.
- Complete a "Transcript Request Form" (available from the BHS
Registrar's Office in D173) and sign it. If you are under 18, the
parent or guardian must sign.
- Paper-clip the Transcript Request Form and the college's form to a
large manila envelope addressed to the college, with the Berkeley High
School address as the return address. Put on $1.38 in postage (that is
the large envelope 3 oz. rate).
- Turn in all the large manila envelopes to the College and Career
Center ASAP for those applying Early Decision/Early Action (the original
deadline to turn these in was Oct. 1) and by November 1 for those
applying regular admission. Attach the College Application Checklist
(available at the College and Career Center or in your senior folder) to
the front of the envelopes.
b. Completing forms for *schools that only require an official
transcript and not a Counselor Recommendation*:
Submit the following forms to the Registrar in room D173:
- A signed transcript request form for each college. If you are under
18, your parent or guardian must sign it.
- Clip each transcript request from to a stamped business-size envelope
addressed to the college with Berkeley High School as the return
address. Clip all forms and envelopes together.
Remember, CSU's and UC's do not require letters of recommendation for
admission purposes. CSU's usually request transcripts, but they do so
individually and they do not all have the same deadlines. UC's will
traditionally request official transcripts in the spring, from students
who are accepted to their university. It is important to check your
email accounts frequently.
For colleges using the Common App, the counselor submitting the letter
of recommendation (also known as the Secondary School Report) will also
electronically upload and submit the mid-year report and final transcript.
11.* GET EDUcated!* EDU, Inc. -- COMMON BLACK COLLEGEAPPLICATION: Apply
to 32 member institutions for a one-time fee of $35. For information and
to view the online application, please visit --www.eduinconline.com
<http://www.eduinconline.com/>
12. *SENIOR GRADES COUNT!* Whether you are applying to a private
college/university, CSU, UC, or out of state public school, senioryear
grades count! While you may be admitted to a college in the winter or
early in the spring, this is traditionally a preliminary or
"conditional" admittance pending receipt of your official senior year
grades.
*SAT and ACT registration procedures* - Photos required during registration!
ACT (Register atwww.ACT.org <http://www.act.org/>) - Check website for
complete listing of test dates.
_ACT Test Dates_: Registration Deadline Late Registration Period
February 8 January 10 January 11-24
April 12March 7March 8-21
June 14May 9May 10-23
SAT (Register atwww.collegeboard.org <http://www.collegeboard.org/>) -
Check website for complete listing of test dates.
_SAT Test Dates:__Registration Deadline_
January 25 December 27
March 8February 7
May 3April 4
June 7May 9
*JUNIORS*
**
SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, May 4, 2014
Where: Berkeley High School
What: *BHS 3rd Annual **COLLEGE** FAIR and 2nd Annual CASE STUDIES Event*
Who: Exclusive to BHS Juniors and Parents/Guardians
COLLEGE FAIR - Enjoy an opportunity to meet and chat with college
admissions officers and representatives from over 60
colleges/universities. More details coming soon (including time of day).
CASE STUDIES - The Case Studies Workshop will group students and parents
with college admissions officers to discuss what colleges look for when
admitting students. Learn how college admissions representatives analyze
mock applications and make their decisions. RSVP guidelines coming soon.
**
**
*JUNIORS & SOPHOMORES*
*Dec. 7^th SAT/ACT PRACTICE Combo Test **Results:* If you were unable to
attend the score back review session on Thursday, Dec. 12^th , you may
contact jackiel at review.com <mailto:jackiel at review.com>to retrieve your
results.
*ALL GRADE LEVELS*
**
*CAREER LOCKER*: Do you want to explore career opportunities
andpossible majors forcollege? Career Locker is a web-based program
purchased for Berkeley High School students for career andcollege
exploration. Students can use Career Locker from any location that can
access the internet. This program includes assessment tests, occupation
and education search tools, and practice questions for test preparation.
For information on how to set up your Career Locker account, please
see Ms. Price or Mr. Barton in theCollegeand Career Center.**
**
*COLLEGE** INFORMATION & INTERVIEW SESSIONS*
1. *California **College** of the Arts hosts National Portfolio Day!
*January 18, 2014 -- 1111 Eighth Street, San Francisco. Tours and
presentations10AM-12PM, Portfolio reviews 12PM-4PM. For more
information, visitportfolioday.net <http://portfolioday.net/> or
cca.edu/portfolioday <http://cca.edu/portfolioday> This event is free
and open to the public, and is aimed to be an excellent opportunity for
students pursuing a future in the visual and related arts.
2. *Black **College** Expo for 11th and 12th graders* -- Saturday,
January 25, 2014. 9AM-5PM. Meet one-on-one with college recruiters,
get application fees waived, get accepted to colleges on the spot, and
participate in seminars and workshops. Students are encouraged to bring
several copies of transcripts and test scores (if available). For more
information, please visit thecollegeexpo.org <http://thecollegeexpo.org/>
·*3.*CSU East Bay Education Summit:*It Takes a Community! Education
Summit 2014 *for First Generation, African American, Latino, Asian
American, Native American,**and Pacific Islander Students and their
Families. Saturday, March 8, 2014 -- 8:30am-1:00pm.CSU East Bay
Gymnasium.*http://www20.csueastbay.edu/events/education-summit/
·**Lunch Provided and Free Parking
·Free Coffee and Hot Chocolate provided in the morning
·Educational and college-related workshops for middle and high school
students and families
·College and Resource Fair showcasing Northern CSU campuses, community
colleges, and community vendors
**
*SCHOLARSHIPS*
**** BERKELEY COMMUNITY FUND SCHOLARSHIP - MEETING:* The Community Fund
provides 4-year scholarships and mentoring support for academically
talented and resilient Berkeley High School students. We will be
hosting a second informational meeting in the
College and Career Center (D-221) for _seniors who missed_ the December
presentation and are interested in applying for this scholarship. The
_meeting date_ is* February 6th during the lunch period.*
*ElenaCastaneda Memorial Scholarship: *This scholarship was created to
honor Berkeley educator and social justice advocate ElenaCastaneda.
Elena was particularly committed to assisting young people who spoke
English as their second language in obtaining a quality education. This
scholarship is given annually to a Berkeley High School student whose
first language was Spanish and who has worked to learn English and
complete the course work necessary to be admitted to a four-year
college or university. This scholarship is also intended for those
attending two-year colleges. Seniors interested in applying may pick up
an application from the College and Career Center.
*THE GATES MILLENNIUM SCHOLARS PROGRAM*: The Gates Millennium Scholars
(GMS) Program, funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates
Foundation, was established in 1999 to provide outstanding African
American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander
American, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete
an undergraduate college education in any discipline area of interest.
For more information, please visit http://www.gmsp.org/ Applications
must be submitted online by January 15, 2014.
*RON BROWN SCHOLAR PROGRAM*: To be eligible, applicants must be
U.S. citizens or permanent residents, Black or African American and
current high school seniors at the time of application. Applicants
should demonstrate academic achievement, exhibit leadership ability,
participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial
need. Applications are available in the College and Career Center.
Applications are due January 9th in order to be considered for the Ron
Brown Scholar Program. For further information, please visit
www.ronbrown.org <http://www.ronbrown.org/>
*STUDENTS RISING ABOVE*-- For *Current Juniors,* C/O 2015:
StudentsRising Above is looking for high school juniors who have
demonstrated strength of character in the face of challenging odds, and
dream of a collegeeducation. Selected students come from low-income
households and are rising above tremendous difficulties and succeeding
in school and in life despite their circumstances at home. These
difficulties include poverty, neglect, violence, addiction and
homelessness. Applicants are required to have a 3.0 GPA, and
applications are due on April 4, 2014. For more information, please
visit
https://www.scholarselect.com/scholarships/10718-students-rising-above-program-class-of-2015**
**
**
*University of Michigan: College of Engineering Giesinger Scholarship --
*This scholarship is a $20,000 per year annual award. The deadline is
January 15, 2014. For more information, please visit
http://scholarships.engin.umich.edu/new-students/
**
*The Italian Catholic Federation *is a National Roman Catholic Fraternal
Organization composed of persons of Italian ancestry (including their
non-Italian spouses) who are of the Roman Catholic Faith.One of the many
programs of the Federation is to offer college scholarships to further
the education of students who achieve a total cumulative GPA of at least
3.2 and meet all of the requirements listed in the scholarship
application. For more information, please visit www.icf.org
<http://www.icf.org>
**
*CALIFORNIA STATE PTA*: The California State PTA offers graduating high
school senior scholarships in the amount of $500 to acknowledge the
achievements of high school seniors for outstanding volunteer service in
their school and community. www.capta.org <http://www.capta.org/>.
Applications are due Feb. 3, 2014.
*E4FC* - Educators for Fair Consideration - www.e4fc.org
<http://www.e4fc.org/>: Visit this site for a listing of local,
regional, and national scholarships available for Bay Area immigrant
students.
*AnimationCareerReview.com* is offering the 3rd annual "Aspiring
Animation Professional" Scholarship Program, offering high school
seniors the opportunity to win a $1,000 scholarship. This will be
awarded to students that are interested in pursuing an animation career
path at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Please visit
http://www.animationcareerreview.com/animationcareerreviewcom-aspiring-animation-professional-scholarship-program to
find eligibility information along with the online application.
*The Princeton Prize in Race Relations*: This scholarship recognizes
students who are helping improve race relations in their schools or
communities. Winners are awarded up to $1,000 and invited to Princeton
University for an expense-paid weekend symposium on race. For
information, please visit www.princeton.edu/pprize
<http://www.princeton.edu/pprize>
*AXA Achievement Community Scholarship* -- Awards $2,000 scholarships
for up to 375 winners nationwide. Application deadline is February 1,
2014 -- Only the first 10,000 applications will be accepted. For more
information, please visit www.axa-achievement.com
<http://www.axa-achievement.com/>
*Mount St. Mary's **College** in Los Angeles* -- Music Scholarship
Auditions in Voice, Piano, Guitar, Organ, and Orchestral Instruments:
To complete an online application, visit
www.msmc.la.edu/undergraduate-bachelor-grograms/musuic.aspu
<http://www.msmc.la.edu/undergraduate-bachelor-grograms/musuic.aspu>
*KPAA Kaiser Permanente Asian Association* -- KP Asian Association
scholarships recognize students who have brought demonstrable, tangible
benefit to an Asian community and have the potential to be future
leaders. Students may have demonstrated this potential through
activities in school, in the community, or in the face of unusual
circumstances. Deadline for submitting application is Feb. 16, 2014 at
https://www.scholarselect.com/scholarships/12476-kaiser-permanente-asian-association-scholarship-program-2014
*Skidmore **College** Filene Music Scholarship Competition*: The Filene
Scholarship provides a special opportunity for musically gifted students
with high academic aspirations. Information can be found at
www.skidmore.edu/filenescholarship
<http://www.skidmore.edu/filenescholarship>
*SUMMER 2014 OPPORTUNITIES*
*SEEDS -- Spring Engineering Education Days at Santa Clara University
(for JUNIORS):*Over three Saturdays in April, participants attend
workshops facilitated by Santa Clara University engineering
faculty.Sessions are held onApril 12, 19, & 26.This program is offered
free of charge!Application deadline is February 6, 2014, at 5:00pm.For
more information, visit www.scu.edu/engineering/undergraduate/seeds.cfm
<http://www.scu.edu/engineering/undergraduate/seeds.cfm>
**
*USC Summer Programs:*Offers students a preview of "freshman year"
through its college experience, offering 4 and 2 week courses in a
variety of subjects.For more information please visit summer.usc.edu**
**
*The University of British Columbia Summer Scholars Program: *Eligible
students must be entering one of their final two years of high school
(16-18 years of age) and in good academic standing. Applications close
May 15, 2014, and limited space is available. For more information,
please visit summerscholars.ubc.ca
**
*Santa Clara University Summer Engineering Seminar:*The program
introduces participants to the engineering profession, the academic
expectations of college, and university life.Application deadline is
March 13, 2014, at 5:00pm.For more information, please visit
www.scu.edu/engineering/undergraduate/ses.cfm
<http://www.scu.edu/engineering/undergraduate/ses.cfm>
**
*Colorado College Summer Session Pre-College Program:
*Earncollege credit and find out if Colorado College and the Block Plan
are right for you. For more information and application materials,
visit the website atwww.coloradocollege.edu/precollege
<http://www.coloradocollege.edu/precollege>
**
*Oxford Royale Academy*: Summer course offerings for July and August
2014. Please visit www.oxford-royale.co.uk
<http://www.oxford-royale.co.uk/>
*University of Notre Dame Pre-College Programs: *The office of
Pre-College Programs offers students the opportunity to experience the
life of Notre Dame college students. To view the list of opportunities
offered for the 2014 Summer Scholars Program, 2014 Leadership Seminars,
and the 2014 Study Abroad (Rome, Italy), please visit precollege.nd.edu
<http://precollege.nd.edu/>
*Washington University in St. Louis Sam Fox School of Design &
Visual Arts Summer Pre-College Programs: *Are you passionate about art
or architecture? Have you considered a career as an architect, artist,
or designer? These Pre-College Programs - Architecture Discovery Program
and Portfolio Plus Program -- give high school students the opportunity
to develop skills that are fundamental to these fields while producing
work in a real studio under the guidance of WUSTL faculty.
Samfoxschool.wustl.edu/precollege <http://samfoxschool.wustl.edu/precollege>
*High School Summer Scholars Program* -- Washington University in St.
Louis: Explore Careers and majors in medicine, writing, engineering,
leadership, and more. For more information and application materials,
visit:summerexperiences.wustl.edu <http://summerexperiences.wustl.edu/>
*The 2014 Summer Academy at St. John's College* -- The Summer
Academy at St. John's College offers rising high school juniors and
seniors the experience of a lifetime -- self-discovery, friendship, and
intellectual growth. One week sessions are held at east and west
campuses in Annapolis, Maryland and Santa Fe, New Mexico. For more
information, please visit: www.stjohnscollege.edu
<http://www.stjohnscollege.edu/>
*ADEVENTURES OF THE MIND* -- Astronomical Opportunities for 200 Talented
Teens: Blasting off from Occidental College, June 15, 2014. Meet with
talented faculty, take exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of NASA's Jet
Propulsion Lab and The Autry, tour the campuses of Los Angeles' stellar
universities, and explore your future during sessions on leadership,
creativity, goal-setting, entrepreneurship, money matters, and
college/career paths. For applications, please
visitwww.adventuresofthemind.org <http://www.adventuresofthemind.org/>
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