Class+of+2014-Juniors

 Dates To Remember: 2012-2013
 * College Night: ** __October 17th @6:00pm__ ** in the high school library
 * PSAT: October 17th @ 8:00am in the couseling center. Sign up with Mrs. Riessen!
 * State ACT: April 23rd Hours 1-4

 JUNIOR/SENIOR YEAR TIME LINE

2012-2013 __** February-April **__ ü Group Junior Conferences will be scheduled to distribute general information regarding graduation requirements, senior year courses, and post secondary options. **__ February-May __** ü Begin to explore future options by visiting with your parents and counselor. Utilize Naviance and other helpful sites such as collegeincolorado.org as often as possible. Also, be sure to look for updates and notifications through Naviance. **__ April __** ü April 23, 2013: State mandated ACT test for juniors. This test is accepted by most colleges for admission purposes and will be accepted by the NCAA for student-athletes. __** April-October of Senior Year **__ ü Attend College and/or Vocational/Technical Fairs. Explore on-campus summer opportunities. Research scholarships and admission processes. ü After Junior year grades are posted, NCAA applications may be sent. An official transcript with grades and test scores is required by the Clearinghouse. ü If necessary, register and retake the ACT and/or SAT. Registration information is available in the counseling center. ü Visit colleges in which you are interested. High School senior visiting days and weekends are held at most colleges during the fall months. It is strongly recommended that you visit the school you choose to attend. Call or e-mail the admissions office prior to your arrival. ü Access applications from college websites which are on your list. Most colleges prefer online applications over paper. REMEMBER TO PRINT EVERYTHING YOU DO ONLINE!!! Request recommendation letters (when required and/or advisable) from teachers, coaches, and/or your counselor. Allow two weeks for faculty to write the letter. **__ August of Senior Year __** ü An individualized senor conference will be held with me…your counselor J Begin to finalize your post-graduation plans. If applicable, discuss your college choices and narrow your list to 3-5 collegiate institutions. ü I will begin these conferences the **__first week of August__**. If you would like to come in before school officially begins, I will be able to spend more time with you. Call me if you are interested in coming in early at 303-644-3234 X7224. I HIGHLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO COME EARLY! ** August-December of Senior Year ** ü Target November 1 to complete Early Action/Decision college application. ü Aim for **__Thanksgiving__** for all other college applications to be completed.

**__ Additional thoughts to consider when selecting a college: __**  1. In-state or out-of-state  2. Geographical location of the school  3. Large or small student population  4. Strength/availability of the program/major at the colleges on your list  5. Public or private  6. Cost  7. The weather in February!