Getting ready for High School
"High school students struggle with personal identity, fitting in a social group, peer pressure and of course the stress of academic studies. They also are concerned with dating, driving and figuring what they will do once high school is over.
Certain high school experiences may have life-long consequences. Many of the choices students make in high school will lead them into adult habits and situations. Students still need direction and guidance from teachers, counselors and most of all from their parents."
Click here for the rest of this very informative article by Louise Hajjar Diamond who has 11 years experience as a guidance counselor.
Is Your Child Ready for High School?
America's Career Resource Network (ACRN) is focused on helping students and adults make the best possible decisions about education, training and career development. ACRN helps learners identify their skills and interests, and plan an education and training pathway that makes the most of their natural abilities and leads directly to fulfilling work.
Here is a good parent's guide to preparing their child for educational success
http://www.acrnetwork.org/parents/childready.htm
AP Calendar and Fees
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PSAT/NMSQT Registration and Testing Timeline for 2005 - 2006
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Click here to locate schools in your area that administer the PSAT/NMSQT Test
Click here for testing dates
SAT Registration and Testing Timeline for 2005 - 2006
http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/sat/calenfees/calenfees2.html
ACT Registration and Testing Timeline for 2005 - 2006
http://www.actstudent.org/regist/currentdates.html
Student Financial Aid Deadlines for 2005 - 2006
In addition to the federal deadlines for filling out a FAFSA, you may also use the FAFSA to apply for aid from other sources, such as your state or school. The deadlines for states or schools may differ from the federal deadlines and you may be required to complete additional forms.
Federal Student Financial Aid Deadlines
State Student Financial Aid Deadlines
School Student Financial Aid Deadlines
School Counselors
Professional school counselors serve a vital role in maximizing student achievement. Incorporating leadership, advocacy and collaboration, professional school counselors promote equity and access to opportunities and rigorous educational experiences for all students. Click here to learn more about the role of your schools professional school counselor.
http://www.schoolcounselor.org/content.asp?pl=133&sl=240&contentid=240
Secondary school counselors are professional educators with a mental health perspective who understand and respond to the challenges presented by today's diverse student population. Secondary school counselors do not work in isolation; rather they are integral to the total educational program. Click here to learn more about the vital role of your school's professional counselors.
http://www.schoolcounselor.org/content.asp?contentid=233