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Here at Van Alstyne High School, we are always working towards the future with our students by providing opportunities to be more prepared for college, a career, or the military. We hope you enjoy the Winter Edition of our CCMR Newsletter.
CCMR Coordinator: Annie Smith
Academic Counselor Last Names A-L: Bobbi Dyer
Academic Counselor Last Names M-Z: Denise Jensen
Senior Seminar Teacher and Sponsor: Dacia McBryde
Spring National Testing Information!
Spring National Testing Information!
Registration for Spring Testing will be from November 4th-15th. Students MUST register with Mrs. Smith in person before school, after school, or during lunches. Exact cash or checks will be accepted (no refunds).
Feb 26th: Spring School-Day ACT $40 (Jr/Sr only)
Mar 19th: Spring School-Day SAT $60 (Jr/Sr only)
May 10th: Pre-ACT $20 (Fr/So only)
**Remember that you can register directly with College Board (SAT) or ACT for weekend testing several times throughout the year.
Check out the CCMR Website for free test-prep websites and resources!!
Where do I start??
The following websites offer students and parents guidance and steps for selecting a college, career, or military branch, as well as information about scholarships, financial aid, and more!
College for all Texans Texas OnCourse
ACT Encourage College Board Big Future
Students need to log community service hours into Xello. There are links to Xello in the Grade-Level Google Classrooms, as well as on the Counselor Page.
Students need to log community service hours into Xello. There are links to Xello in the Grade-Level Google Classrooms, as well as on the Counselor Page.
College
Winter Junior College Checklist
Winter Junior College Checklist
Register for a spring administration of the ACT and SAT.
STUDY for the ACT and SAT.
Continue researching colleges that you are interested in. Be sure you are comparing college costs, location, housing, fields of study, etc. Begin making a "top 10" list.
Continue to participate in extracurricular and volunteer activities.
Continue participation in leadership opportunities.
Continue good study habits, note-taking strategies, and time management/organization techniques.
Grades matter! On most fall college applications next year, you will use your cumulative GPA from 9th-11th grade.
If you are anticipating participating in collegiate sports, be sure your NCAA portal is up to date.
Sophomore College Checklist
Sophomore College Checklist
Develop a list of colleges that offer a degree in your interest area(s).
Participate in extracurricular and volunteer activities.
Develop good study habits, note-taking strategies, and time management/organization techniques.
Grades matter! GPA is cumulative.
Monitor your email/GC for registration information about the Pre-ACT and/or the Spring ASVAB.
Freshmen College Checklist
Freshmen College Checklist
Develop a list interests and skills. Research careers related to those.
Participate in extracurricular and volunteer activities.
Develop good study habits, note-taking strategies, and time management/organization techniques.
Grades matter! GPA is cumulative.
Monitor your email/GC for registration information about the Pre-ACT and/or the Spring ASVAB.
Vocational and Technical Programs
Vocational and technical programs offer students a pathway to become credentialed in a specific area. These programs can be academically based (associate degree track) OR certification-only based (no "basic" academic courses). Although there are many private institutions that can certify students, junior colleges also offer a a wide variety of vocational and technical programs for a more reasonable price. Some junior colleges also offer housing options. Financial Aid (FAFSA) can be applied to most vocational programs taken through Junior Colleges. Let's take a look at few fields of study!
Arts & Humanities
Animation, Interior Design, Music, Theater
Business & Entrepreneurship
Accounting Certificate, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Medical Billing, Photography, Real Estate
Health Science
Athletic Training, Dental Assistant, Nursing, OT Assistant, EMT, Pharmacy Tech, PT Assistant, Radiology Tech, Sonogram Tech, Surgical Tech
Industrial Technology
Advanced Manufacturing, Automotive Tech, Collision Repair Tech, Construction Tech, Electrical Tech, HVAC, Welding
Public Service
ASL, Fire Science, Paralegal, Police
STEM
Computer Networking, Customer Service Support, Cyber Security Tech
Looking for more information?? Check out these great local Junior Colleges!
Military Branches
Military Academies
Service Academies: For students who want to experience a military environment while getting a first-class education, the five service academies offer a fully-funded tuition that includes books, board and medical and dental care. Graduates of all academies receive a Bachelor of Science degree and are commissioned as officers in their respective Service branches. After graduation, they are obligated to serve a minimum of five years. The first five years will be active-duty, and the next three will be on a reserve option.
US Military Academy
US Naval Academy
US Air Force Academy
US Coast Guard Academy
US Merchant Marine Academy
Want more information? Click the link below.
Senior Military Colleges: Similar to service academies, senior military colleges (SMCs) offer a combination of higher education and military instruction. They are among the most prestigious and famous education institutions in the world, and they offer financial aid packages for eligible students. Every SMC cadet must participate in the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) program, but only those cadets who receive an ROTC scholarship are required to enter military service following graduation.
Texas A&M University Corps of Cadets
Norwich University
Virginia Military Institute
The Citadel
Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets
University of North Georgia
Mary Baldwin University
Tarleton State University
Maritime Academies: An additional option for students is a maritime academy. The United States Merchant Marine is the fleet of civilian-owned merchant ships that carry cargo and passengers on behalf of the United States. In times of war, the Merchant Marine is an auxiliary to the Navy and can be called upon to transport service members and supplies for the Military.
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
Great Lakes Maritime Academy
Maine Maritime Academy
California State University Maritime College
Texas A&M Maritime Academy
Junior College Options that can lead into Senior Military Colleges or other Military Opportunities:
Valley Forge Military College
Marion Military Institute
New Mexico Military Institute
Georgia Military College
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