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Upcoming Events & Announcements
Juniors and Seniors
Free SAT/ACT online test preparation.
Visit  www.kaptest.com/kas
click "enroll now" the click "proceedto next step"
fill out "billing information" (don't worry, it's still free).
You must complete all fields, including student and parent contact information.
In the "promotion box"  endter the discount code for the course
you would like to begin-
     SAT - KAS1211SAT
     ACT - KAS1211ACT
click "apply" next to the promo code box.  Total should rest to $0.
click "submit order" and your're done.

Sophomore, Junior and Senior Students
NJ Stars I and NJ Stars II
NJ STARS is a scholarship program exclusively for New Jersey residents that covers the cost of tuition and approved fees at New Jersey’s 19 community colleges. 

New Jersey community college NJ STARS students who earn their associate’s degrees with a 3.25 grade point average or better are eligible for NJ STARS II at any New Jersey public four-year college or university. 

To find out complete details for both programs, including eligibility, go to www.njstars.net.
Senior Students
New Jersey American Youth Football and Cheer - The Eastmond Scholarship.  This scholarship was formally known as the "Jersey Shore Pop Warner" scholarship.

Any graduating senior that played football or was a cheerleader/dance team member  with the Jersey Shore Pop Warner/NJAYFat any level for at least one year and plans to attend an accredited college/university in the fall of 2012 is eligible to apply.

See your counselor for the application. 
Deadline:  Marach 2, 2012
9th, 10th, or 11th Grade Students and Parents
Columbia University's Science Honors Program - offers enrichment courses in science and math on Saturday mornings throughout the school year.  The application process has begun for the 2012-2013 academic year.  The program has openings for 400 students.  The program uses an online application which students can access on the Columbia University SHP web page:
www.columbia.edu/cu/shp/apply.html
The deadline for the SHP receipt of student online applications is March 1, 2012.  Mailed official transcripts and online letters of recommendation must be received no later than March 22, 2012.  Admission decisions will be announced by June 20, 2012.
Parents
Kean University is presenting a new class for young adults interested in going to college who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders.  Transition to College will run from March 6, 2012 - April 24, 2012  Tuesdays 4:15 to 5:15.
Students will received an introduction to strategies to be a successful college student.  They will also explore a variety of campus activities including sports, computer labs and student clubs.
Contact:  Prof. Jennifer Gardner - 908-737-5852 or jengardn@kean.edu
An application is also available in School Counseling Services.
Senior/Junior Parents and Students
CollegeWeek Live is a virtual college fair.  They present information on a variety of colleges and universities throughout the year.  Highlights include:  International Day, Military Day, STEM/Health Sciences Day, Paying for College, Test Prep Day, Transfer Day. Schools from all over the country are presented.  Events are free.  Please go to:
www.collegeweeklive.com to create an account and begin the college search.
Senior Parents
Please read the article, "3 legal documents" found in the folder marked "Article for Parents and Students".  It contains information about the three legal documents you may want to have for your child before they leave for college.
SENIOR PARENTS
ATTENTION SENIOR PARENTS

Is your child going to apply to Rutgers University?

Register at the Rutgers University Admissions website to receive information about programs and events that will help you better guide your child through the college application process.

To register visit:
www.admissions.rutgers.edu/parents
Discussion Topics
Who Is My Counselor?
+ Boszko, Marianne
+ Buchanan, Lauren
+ Kaplan, Laura
+ Steenvoorden, Debbie
Click on name to see details.
School Counseling Links!
Documents for Parents and Students
 AP Program 2010
A Bulletin for AP Students and Parents providing information on availble programs.
 Applying to College (Forms)
Parent brag sheet, student activity sheet and brag sheet.
College checklist - submit to counseling with EVERY college you apply to.
 Articles for Parents and Students
Articles on Bullying, College Application Process, etc.
 College Open Houses 2011
Dates and websites for College Open Houses in New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvannia and Virginia.
This is a great place for JUNIOR students to begin their college search.
 Financial Aid Literacy
Folder features the following: Real Money 101, Financial Aid Dictionary, Interactive Budgets, and College Loan Tracker
 STEM Careers
Videos of both the Usual and the UNusual Careers in Science , Technology, Engineering and Mathematics are depicted. Check them out and see if any are of interest to you!
 OVERALL TIPS FOR TAKING AN SAT OR ACT.doc
Tips to read BEFORE you take and SAT and/or an ACT.
 Standardized Test Information.PDF
A guideline for parents regarding the various standardized tests taken during high school.

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