Broward Advisors for Continuing Education
Happy Summer!!!
Congratulations
to the Class of 2008!!!
100% College-Bound
41% Bright Futures
recipients
$1,195,874 in
scholarships!!!!
Click here
to view data from the Class of 2006-2008!
BRACE
Advisors are unique to Broward County School System. BRACE Advisors provide information
on scholarships, financial aid, college applications, creating resumes and
post-secondary options.
High
School is a critical time to assess what you do and do not want in a college
major, career and college. Along with family and school support, there are
website resources to assist you along your journey. It addition to these
resources, I have college major books, a file cabinet full of brochures from
colleges, and the library has resources on resumes, choosing a college and SAT
Prep. Everything is available to you, but it is ultimately your responsibility
to search for answers. If you are interested in speaking to me about your
college/career process, it is imperative that you come to my office with a
pass. Parents, feel free to contact me to set up an appointment.
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The Senior Scholarship Foundation awards scholarships to
seniors who have exemplary character. Money is raised through donations and
fundraisers. Incentives are given to families or businesses that donate money.
Feel free to print the Senior
Scholarship Foundation letter and
submit to local businesses. Student volunteer hours are given for all work.
Navy T-shirts(now $8) and sweatshirts(now $10) are on sale to raise money for
the foundation. Click here to
view logo.
Scholarships
are available to students of any grade level. Review the links below to search
for scholarships. Often times, scholarships may request a similar essay,
therefore, save your essays because you may be able to use the same essay with
a different scholarship. The most common scholarship is Bright Futures. If
awarded, this pays for at least 75% of tuition, but you must attend school in
Bright Futures *highly recommended
FACTS.org-Check your status of Bright Futures * highly recommended
County BRACE website -updated
bi-weekly *highly recommended
FastWeb -You are
emailed scholarships that match your profile *highly recommended
Search for Scholarships by a Keyword
Although
seniors cannot apply for financial aid until after January 1st, it
is critical to know that it is available to you. Federal and state funds are
distributed to students based on financial need and merit(grades). Students can receive thousands of dollars in
aid, especially if attending a private institution. The FAFSA must be filled
out after January 1st to receive aid. The earlier you apply, the
more money that is received. Even if you do not think your family will qualify,
apply!!!
FAFSA
Information and Application *highly recommended
Florida Student Financial Aid *highly
recommended
Use
these valuable websites to learn more about the institutions and to take a
virtual tour. Although these websites should be integrated into your research,
it is imperative that you visit any institutions that you are serious about
attending. If I can’t convince you, speak to any of the 35 juniors and seniors
who took a college tour with me this summer!
College Navigator-Search for
colleges based on location, test scores and types of degrees offered
*highly recommended
CollegeBoard -College
Matchmaker
College View -Search by type or location
CollegeNet -Search by interests
or personality
College Opportunities Online Locater -College/Major
Math
Colleges that do not require SAT/ACT test scores
Estimated college expenses for specific universities
Common Mistakes on Common Application
What Colleges are Looking for in College Applications
List of Every Community College
Links to Every College by State
Occupational
Outlook Handbook -wages, industry descriptions and employment projections *highly recommended
Create Your Own Portfolio *highly
recommended
Broward County Internship Program
Colleges
with Video Game Design
Although
you do not have to know exactly what career you will have when you graduate from
high school, it is important to at least know your strengths, weaknesses and
interests.
Matching Skills with Careers *highly
recommended
Self Assessment Resources *highly recommended
The
SAT and ACT are tests used for admissions into college. They can also be used by
seniors who have not passed the FCAT. Four-year institutions use the SAT
Reasoning Test/ACT for admissions, whereas community colleges use it for
placement in classes. All students should take both tests because they often do
better on one than the other. For students interested in attending rigorous
institutions, especially Ivy League colleges, SAT Subject Tests may be required
in addition to the SAT/ACT. Search individual school websites for admissions
requirements. Although paper applications are available in my office, I highly
recommend that students register online to expedite the process. Students
receive scores three weeks after the test. It is the students responsibility
when registering to send the scores to the colleges in which they are applying.
Colleges require test scores to be sent directly from the CollegeBoard
or ACT. Test scores on a transcript will not satisfy this requirement.
If
SAT/ACT prep classes are out of your price range, I recommend buying an SAT/ACT
preparation book at a local bookstore. Somerset Academy Charter offers SAT Prep
Math and
March 2 Success -free SAT
prep sponsored by U.S. Army
Virtual Counselor is a
Grade Point Average
Academic History
Absences
Volunteer Hours
Rank
Test Scores
Please use this website to locate information for college
applications and graduation. If you come to my office asking for your GPA, I
will refer you to this website. To locate this site, visit:
Click on Virtual Counselor at the top
Click on “Student”
Type in your student ID number. Make sure you add a “0” to
the front of the number. It should read “06……..”
Your password is your birthdate. It
must read “MM/DD/YYYY.” Do not forget the forward slashes.
Most common mistakes on college essays
Colleges that
have visited Somerset this year
Le Cordon
Bleu
Full Sail
Nova
Southeastern University
Wyotech
Johnson
and
Florida
Atlantic University
Art Institute of
ITT Tech
Over the
summer, 35 sophomores, juniors and seniors went on a college tour around the
state of
USF,
Ringling
college
campuses, dorms and attend various informational sessions. The students learned
that not every college is for them and
that they
need to do research before enrolling in an institution. Every college campus is
different, so it is critical that
students visit a
campus before committing.
Powerpoint presentation from
Senior Night 9/12/07
Freshmen Powerpoint Presentation-coming soon
Sophomore Powerpoint Presentation-coming soon
Junior Powerpoint Presentation
v The
following students for being recognized by the CollegeBoard
for being an exceptional Advanced Placement student:
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v Nancy
Varghese for being a National Merit Semi-finalist, which recognizes the most
academically successful students in the nation who show potential for success
in rigorous college studies.
v Ramatoulie
Njie for being selected as
v The
following Silver Knight nominees. The Silver Knight award recognizes seniors
with outstanding community service. The following students will now compete
against other
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v
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v Nancy
Varghese for being a finalist in the 2008 National Merit Scholarship Program, a
distinction that places her in a group of more than 15,000 students
representing less than one percent of U.S high school seniors. This is the
highest recognition a student can receive! Students must do very well on the 11th
grade PSAT to begin the eligibility process. Following a great score, community
service and academic rigor becomes a factor.
v Ramatoulie
Njie for being one of four students in
Congratulations Mariana
for winning the DAR Good Citizens Award!!!
Northeastern University**
Nova Southeastern
University
Rochester Institute of
Technology*
Shama Altidor
***Most
Competitive
**Highly
Competitive
*Very
Competitive
Barron’s-Profiles
of American Colleges 26th Edition