[BHS Etree] COLLEGE/CAREER: Bulletin for Week of April 7
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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*:/ Paragon -- a model or pattern of excellence. /
*FINANCIAL AID:* Seniors who have not yet completed the FAFSA or Dream
Application can see College Advisors as soon as possible for support
with this process.Although the priority filing deadline was March 2^nd ,
we will continue to support seniors with this process.
*SAVE THE DATE:* Sunday, May 4, 2014
Where: *Berkeley High School*
What: *BHS 2014 **COLLEGE****FAIR** and 2nd CASE STUDIES WORKSHOP*
Who: Exclusive to BHS Juniors and Parents/Guardians
*Schedule:*
12:30 pm Registered Workshop students (with school IDs) and
parent/guardian are assigned Workshop groups
12:45 pm Workshop starts
2:00 pm Workshop ends
2:15 pm College Fair begins
4:00 pm College Fair ends
/COLLEGE////FAIR////(no rsvp required)/ - Enjoy an opportunity to meet
and chat with college admissions officers and representatives from over
40 colleges/universities.
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SOPHOMORES:_**
1. PRACTICE ACT -- APRIL 23, 2014: *We are extremely fortunate to offer
a FREE practice ACTto _ALL BHS sophomores_ this year! Tenth graders
will come to school early onApril 23^rd and test through the morning.The
test is scheduled to take place in the Jacket Gym and Donahue Gym, with
a start time of 8:00am.
Since 2012, more students have taken the ACT than the SAT, and we are
administering this practice ACT in an effort to increase overall
awareness of this test as a viable option.It is also our hope that
taking a full practice ACT (excluding the writing portion) will benefit
students in their preparation for college entrance exams.While there are
differences in the exams (SAT versus ACT) colleges and universities do
not prefer one over the other. **
*2. *SAVE THE DATE/_:_/*/__//_APRIL_//_ 12^TH , 2014_/--*CAL DAY!!*
Choose from hundreds of events -- for more information, please visit
http://calday.berkeley.edu/find.php
*_SENIORS_*
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*1. ** *Laney** College is hosting a Career and Technical Education Open
House*on Saturday, April 26th from 10am to 3pm - Participating
departments include machine and wood technology,carpentry,
architecture/engineering, graphic arts,
photography, biomanufacturing, cosmetology, environmental control
technology, electricity, culinary arts, welding, green jobs and media
communications. There will be open shops, demos, raffles and lunch.
* 2.* ***2014 University of California University-wide Analytical
Writing Placement Examination (AWPE):*The UC will administer the AWPE on
Saturday, May 10 to students who have been admitted to the University
for fall 2014 and who, byApril1, 2014, have not satisfied the Entry
Level Writing Requirement by other means.
In early April, students will receive a letter directing them to the
test center at which they must take the test.
Comprehensive information about the Entry Level Writing Requirement and
the Analytical Writing Placement Examination is available online
atwww.ucop.edu/elwr <http://www.ucop.edu/elwr>.
In mid-June, students can log in to their campus's admission website to
check whether or not they have passed the exam.Results of the exam will
not affect a student's admission to the university.
**May 1^st , 2014*: Deadline for admitted freshmen to submit their
Statement of Intent to Register.
* 3.* **UC Irvine Open House*: Come to Celebrate UCI onSaturday April
12, 2014. Most events begin at10:00 a.m.! This spring event features an
outdoor Festival, Open House and Car Show. Wayzgoose, UCI's oldest
tradition, is a student run festival in Aldrich Park - filled with live
entertainment, food, games, and rides for UCI and the community. For
more information, visit :www.celebrate.uci.edu
<http://www.celebrate.uci.edu/>
*4. Seniors applying to Community Colleges:*Most community college
applications are now open for the fall 2014 semester.Please come to the
CCC for support with applications and registering for assessment tests!
*5. **CHECK 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/__
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You may take the EPT, ELM or both at a campus near you or where you plan
to enroll.
*7. REGISTRATION*: Register for the Tests on the web at www.ets.org/csu
<http://www.ets.org/csu>
*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. Seniors applying to community college(s) can
see your college advisor to schedule an appointment.
*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. 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/>
*10**.**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.
*JUNIORS*
*1. Individual Appointments with College Adviors*: Juniors can now sign
up for an individual appointment with Mr. Barton (AHA, AMPS, CAS, GRN,
AC -- last names A-K) and Ms. Price (BIHS and AC -- last names
L-Z).Sign-up forms are located near the front desk in the College Career
Center.
*2. 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
April 12March 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_
May 3April 4
June 7May 9
*3. **Free SAT Prep @ Berkeley Public Library***
Wednesdays April 16, 23 and 30. 4:00pm-5:30pm in the 3^rd floor
Electronic Classroom at the downtown Library. Space for 20 students.
Register now athttp://edupath.org/berkeley/. In this series of four
classes, Edupath and the Berkeley Public Library are partnering to bring
you SAT prep taught by veteran instructors and tailored to your
individual goals. Priority registration for juniors. For more
information call 510 981-6135 <tel:510%20981-6135>.
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*JUNIORS & SOPHOMORES
*
*The 1. Princeton Review's 30 Hour Ultimate SAT® Course:***
* This intense course is for students who expect nothing short of
stellar resultsand comes with powerful money back and score
improvement guarantees. *
**
-30 hours of live instruction, 4 full-length practice tests, 47 hours of
total prep
-Courses are held on Saturdays from 9:00 to 1:15pm, and Sundays from
2:00-5:00pm
-*Course Price: $999* *
-**Use promo Code_BERKULT200_ to save $200*
-*Call 800-2REVIEW (800-273-8439) to reserve your spot.*
**
*Message from Princeton Review -- regarding Ultimate SAT Course:*
Led by a Princeton Review expert, you'll review all the content tested
on the SAT and master our exclusive test-taking strategies through
extensive in-class practice, while preparing alongside other students in
a dynamic group with lively discussions and collaborative drills.
You'll work on your test-taking skills with a talented instructor who
will keep you motivated, focused and on task. Your teacher will provide
one-on-one feedback and illustrate challenging material with interesting
and highly effective lessons. And, there is a 150 point guarantee!!**
**
*ALL GRADE LEVELS*
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*1. 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.**
*SCHOLARSHIPS*
*
**1. BERKELEY COMMUNITY FUND SCHOLARSHIP**-***The Community Fund
provides 4-year scholarships and mentoring support for academically
talented and resilient Berkeley High School students. Seniors
interested in applying can visit
http://scholarship.berkfund.org/users/sign_up
*Joleen Ruffin, Executive Director of the Berkeley Community Fund, will
be available to answer questions to scholarship applicants on Tuesday,
March 25, and Wednesday, March 26, from 3:30-5:00 pm in the Berkeley
High School Library Computer Lab.
*2. BERKELEY ROTARY CLUB & REYNOLDS SCHOLARSHIP:*The Berkeley Rotary
Club offers 4-year scholarships to deserving students who otherwise
might not be able to attend college. The program is based on need, as
well as scholastic ability, community involvement and potential.The
application must be received by Berkeley Rotary by April 11, 2014.Hard
copies of the application are available in the College and Career Center.**
**
*3. Beach Blanket Babylon Scholarship for the Arts:*this scholarship is
based entirely on talent; grades and financial need are not factors.The
three categories include: voice, acting or dance. One winner for each
category will be presented with a check for $10,000 towards higher
education.Entry forms and guidelines on the "scholarship" are available
at beachblanketbabylon.com/scholarship
**
*4. 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>
**
*5. 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.
*6. 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.
*7. 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>
*8. 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>
*9. 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*
*1. Epic Summer Camp -- Cal Poly San Luis Obispo -- College of
Engineering:*Are you interested in building a rocket, growing blood
vessels, creating an Android phone app, or developing a solar car?At
EPIC, students explore the world of engineering in hands-on labs that
introduce you to the many different fields of engineering. Visit
EPIC.CALPOLY.EDU for complete details. Applications are available Feb.
1-April 15.
*2. FACES Summer Medical Academy (FSMA)*- The FSMA is designed to offer
young people exposure to the field of medicine. Our tuition-based
summer program, based at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, CA,
utilizes a variety of learning strategies, including clinical simulation
activities, problem-based learning, clinical skills workshops and field
trips. Our program is considered one of the best in what we do, and
each year, students love the program often evaluating it as one of the
best programs they have ever participated with.
Please visit our website to view a video and additional information
about our
program:http://facesforthefuture.org/programs/summer-medical-academy.html**
**
*3. California College of The Arts PRE-COLLEGE:*The pre-college program
is held on CCA's four-acre Oakland Campus. Eligible students have just
completed grade 10, 11 or 12.Student can earn 3 units of college credit.
For information and an application, visit cca.edu/precollege
**
*4. 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**
**
*5. 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
*6. 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>
**
*7. Oxford Royale Academy*: Summer course offerings for July and August
2014. Please visit www.oxford-royale.co.uk
<http://www.oxford-royale.co.uk/>
*8. 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/>
*9. 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>
*10. 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/>
*11. 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/>
*12. ADVENTURES 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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