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SAT Updates
SAT Updates
Admissions in the Age of COVID 19 Toolkit
"Many colleges are making standardized test scores optional for the Class of 2021 and possibly for future admission cycles, as well. Optional truly means optional! Admissions officers around the country have assured us that they are absolutely sincere in this. You will not be penalized for the lack of test scores." Page 2 of the ToolKit linked above.
MA and New England Schools Test Optional for 20-21
There is a link in this document where anyone can look up a college outside of MA and New England to determine the status of SAT and ACT Testing. Equity is at the front of this messaging. When some school districts cannot host and others can, it truly becomes an equity issue. Our focus and target needs to be on all the other elements we can have students do to the very best they can. Because they are who they are, they will shine above SAT scores.
I will be sharing a new recording with you on Writing the Essay and the comment I just made is validated in the work that can be done in writing the essay.
College Admissions in the Age of COVID 19
Students and families can click on the CC at the bottom of the right hand side of the screen of the video to see the video translated in four additional languages aside from English.
CollegeCareer Info AC.pdfCollege Resources
College Resources
Adding Colleges To Your Application List in Naviance.webmFor more information on the Common Application and Naviance watch the videos.
Update your college application list in Naviance. This video will help you through the process.
Match Your Common App and Naviance account so your recommendations and transcripts can be sent without delay!
Watch the video to walk you through the process.
MEFA College Financing Webinars:
MEFA College Financing Webinars:
To the left is a calendar of the many Financial Planning opportunities that will be offered by MEFA. There is a link for each date for students and families to use to RSVP for the event. You must register for the Webinar prior to attending.
Upcoming FAFSA Day Sessions:
Wednesday, December 15, 2021 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Tuesday, January 18, 2022 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Sunday, February 20, 2022 2:00 - 4:00 pm
College Visit Schedule
College Visit Schedule
Click here to access the college visit schedule.
Guidance Documents and Forms
Guidance Documents and Forms
College:
Required - Student Descriptive Questionnaire Follow these directions to complete it:
Go to your Clever account. Click on the Naviance icon. Go to the "About Me" tab. Click on "My Surveys". Select the one that applies to you (Surveys Not Completed if you have not started it). Click on "New Student Descriptive Questionnaire".Required - Senior College Document: Click Here
FAFSA HELP IS HERE!!
FAFSA HELP IS HERE!!
Need help with the FAFSA, go to Because of COVID-19 concerns, this year’s FAFSA Day Massachusetts events for the upcoming academic year 2021-22 will be held online with scheduled sessions held monthly beginning October 2020 through February 2021. Each event will be hosted by college financial aid professionals and last about hour and a half. Please check our FAFSA Day Dates and Times to register for the best date for you and your family.
Looking for Information on College Affordability? Check out these resources!
Looking for Information on College Affordability? Check out these resources!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qHNSNWHMfq4HvOxMY0MufBkT4ta5On3reX54hTqVPec/edit
College Admissions Advice is available! Join these Webinars for information
College Admissions Advice is available! Join these Webinars for information
Use these checklists to make sure you are on track:
Use these checklists to make sure you are on track:
College Pathway Checklist
College Pathway Checklist
Career Pathway Checklist
Career Pathway Checklist
Military Pathway Checklist
Military Pathway Checklist
Worcester Public Schools Scholarship and Financial Aid Book 2020-21
Worcester Public Schools Scholarship and Financial Aid Book 2020-21
Scholarships
AFL-CIO Scholarship for students who parents are affiliated with a Massachusetts Union. www.massaflcio.org/scholarships. Applications due December 17, 2021. There is an exam with this scholarship. Study guide can be found at www.learnlaborhistory.com
American Legion Oratorical Committee. http://legion.org/oratorical. or Lisa McPhee at lredsox1964@aol.com. $1.000.00
Assumption University - Light The Way - www.assumption.edu/LightTheWay. Essay on how you Light The Way for those around you. $27,000 per year. Due December 15, 2021.
Big Y Scholarship - https://www.bigy.com/community/scholarships Deadline February 1, 2022
Henry David Thoreau Foundation - www.thoreauscholar.org. Looking for students interested in Environmental Sciences. $20,000. Deadline is February 1, 2022
Horation Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc. - scholarships@horatioalger.org - Looking for students who: Demonstrate integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity. Award is $10,000-$20,000. Deadline is March 15, 2022
Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship - www.phillips-scholarship.org. 3.0 GPA or higher and demonstrate academic achievement, commitment to serving others, grit and passion for overcoming obstacles. $10,000 award. Deadline is May 2, 2022.
Studentscholarships.org - Website with a variety of scholarship opportunities.
Terry Shannon Memorial Scholarship. District E Track and Field. http://www/cmtfoa.org/scholarship.html. Essay needed explaining your goals for the future and why you are continuing your education. $500. Deadline is May 14, 2022.
Wesley Elvidge Scholarship - Study in the Agricultural Field, Animal Science, Environmental Science. Submit an essay on community involvement and your educational goals. $800. grange.org/worcestercentralma7 or jordanfarm2@verizon.net. Deadline May 1, 2022.
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