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High School Counselor's Corner |
Arendell Parrott Academy
PO Box 1297
Kinston, NC 28503
Guidance Counselor: Nancy Bower
Advisor: Mitzi Moye
CEEB: 342067
New Years News:
Seniors planning to apply for financial aid should check out www.CFNC.org.
The publication "Student Financial Aid for North Carolinians" has just been received in the Guidance Office. There is only one copy so you may check it out or the entire publication can be found on CFNC.org/fabook.
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) can be found at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
The FAFSA is usually the first document colleges ask for when applying for financial aid and need-based scholarships. Since financial aid deadlines and policies vary, you will need to check each colleges requirements.
Summer Opportunities: Information is posted on the bulletin board in the high school and
a small sample is listed below. We have had students attend a number of these program, but not all. You will need to check them out for yourself. Don't forget, summer is also a great time to volunteer or work.
Engineering Programs at NC State
Design Camp at NCSU
Young Writers Workshop, UNC-Wilmington
Martha Guy Summer Institute for Future Business Leaders, Appalachian State University
LENS, Wake Forest University
Green River Preserve
Governor's or Senate Page Program
Davidson July Experience
Duke University Summer Youth Programs
Furman University Summer Scholars Program
Hollinsummer
Savannah College of Art and Design programs
Presidential Classroom
US Naval Academy Summer Seminar
Cornell University Summer College
Harvard Summer School Secondary School Program
George Washington University Pre-College Program
Summer at Georgetown University
Barnard College Summer in New York City
NCAA Eligibility: Juniors who are potential college athletes, need to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center. See your coach or Mrs. Bower for details.
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SAT Test Dates 2009-2010
Test Date Registration Deadline
October 10, 2009 September 9, 2009
November 7, 2009 October 1, 2009
December 5, 2009 October 30, 2009
January 23, 2010 December 15, 2009
March 13, 2010 February 10, 2010
May 1, 2010 March 31, 2010
June 5, 2010 May 5, 2010
Students are encouraged to go online for information and to register at www.collegeboard.com.Once you have set up your account, you will also be able to check your scores and send scores to colleges. See below for further information.
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The ACT is a college admissions test accepted by colleges in lieu of or along with the SAT. Students interested in taking the ACT are encouraged to talk to their advisors. The testing schedule follows. Visit www.actstudent.org. for more information.
ACT Test Dates 2009-2010
Test Date Registration Deadline
September 12, 2009 August 7, 2009
October 24, 2009 September 18, 2009
December 12, 2009 November 6, 2009
February 6, 2010 January 5, 2010
April 10, 2010 March 5, 2010
June 12, 2010 May 7, 2010
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AP Exam Schedule - 2009
May 3 - 8:00 Government & Politics
May 4 - 12:00 Statistics
May 5 - 8:00 Calculus
May 6 - 8:00 English Literature
May 7 - 8:00 U.S. History
May 7 - 12:00 Studio Art
May 10 - 8:00 Biology
May 10 - 8:00 Music Theory
May 11 - 8:00 Environmental Science
May 11 - 12:00 Psychology
May 12 - 8:00 English Language
May 13 - 8:00 World History
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SAT Registration and Score Reporting Information
Each student is responsible for registering for the SAT on dates that fit the individual’s personal schedule and that will insure there are sufficient opportunities to test.
You may set up your online account with the College Board by visiting www.collegeboard.com. You may do this at any time, but by doing so early, you will be able to take advantage of the wealth of information available such as college searches and the SAT Question of the Day. Once your account has been set up, you can register for the SAT, print your own admission ticket, send scores to colleges, and much more. Registering online also allows you to check your scores before the paper report is available and to follow up to see if scores were sent to colleges at your request.
When you register, be sure to use the same personal identifying information (full name, date of birth) each time. Failing to do so will establish different records for you and make it difficult to keep up with your SAT file. Be very sure to include
Score Choice: As of March, 2009, the College Board changed its policy on reporting scores to colleges. You will be able to select which scores you wish to submit. These must come from one test administration. For example, you may not combine your Critical Reading score from one test date and your Math score from another, but you could submit both sets of scores for the college to review. Please check each college’s policy with regard to Score Choice; some colleges may still request that all scores be submitted.
Score Choice is optional. If you choose not to use it, all your scores will be included on your score report sent to the colleges you designate. Most colleges look for your best scores, so in most cases, you really have nothing to lose by sending all scores.
Due to this change,
SAT II (subject tests) - One hour tests in specific subjects. Most colleges do not require these for admission, however if you are taking an AP Exam in a certain subject, it would be a good time to also take the SAT II in that subject. Check with your teacher, advisor or counselor to find out more.
ACT Registration and Score Reporting Information
As with the SAT, students must register themselves for the ACT.
To report ACT scores to colleges, you must request that the report be sent directly from the ACT to the colleges you designate. ACT sends only scores from individual test dates, not a cumulative report from multiple tests.
Please see your Advisor or Counselor for further information on the ACT.
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The school library and the Guidance Office have a number of publications for your use. Some of the titles are listed below.
The College Handbook
Fiske Guide to Colleges
Institutional Profiles (University of North Carolina)
NC Community College System Catalogue
Colleges that Change Lives
Colleges that Change Lives (revised)
Peterson's Visual & Performing Arts Colleges (2006)
Your College Applications
Campus Visits and College Interviews
College Board Scholarship Handbook
Funding Your Education (US Dept of Education)
Financial Aid: The Student Guide (US Dept of Education)
Need a Lift: College Financial Aid Handbook
(American Legion)
The Official SAT Study Guide (College Board)
SAT Subject Test in Math Levels I and II
Official SAT Subject Tests in US and World History
Official Study Guide to all SAT Subject Tests
The Real ACT Prep Guide
Summer Opportunities for Kids & Teenagers
The Ultimate College Survival Guide
Letting Go: A Parents' Guide to Understanding the College Years
NC Health Careers
Health-Care Careers for the 21st Century
Best Jobs for the 21st Century
Jobs and Career Planning
Gallery of Best Resumes
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