Class of 2022

Congratulations on making it to Senior year!

Before you start planning your graduation party, here are a few reminders:

• You will see a Senior Meeting added to your Class Connect schedule each month. Be sure to attend! This will be a time to meet with your counselor to discuss graduation and your future.
  

• You may want to get a job this year. Remember, SCHOOL comes FIRST! Don’t let your job keep you from being successful at school.
  

• Check that email address! Colleges/Employers do not want to see emails from bigdaddy@yahoo.com or hotpants@gmail.com! Create a new, professional email that contains your name and perhaps a set of numbers (ex: janedoe0299@yahoo.com).

• Advocate for yourself; don’t be afraid to ask for help!

• Start making plans now. That doesn’t mean you have to plan for college. Some students will choose to work, join the military, attend a community college, or attend a 4-year college. The most successful plan is the one that fits you and your goals.
• Take some time for self-care and personal growth.
  

• Make the most of your last year of high school- show some school spirit! Join us for school outings. Walk proudly across that stage at graduation! You earned this!

• Information from Herff Jones regarding cap and gown orders will be shared in October.
  
• The counselors will send a survey this Fall and in the Spring to confirm your plans to attend the graduation ceremony- please respond!
• Cap and gown color is navy blue for students-tassels are included; NCVA will provide any honor cords earned.
• The graduation ceremony will be held on June 10th. We will send more details as they are confirmed.
  
• No tickets are required for the ceremony
• NCVA does not contract with anyone to do Senior photo sessions; this is up to families if they wish to have them done. We will have a staff member taking pictures at the graduation ceremony, and those will be available to purchase afterwards.
  

This year CFNC's College Application Week will be held October 18-22. During this time, many NC colleges will waive their application fees. This is a great opportunity to get your applications done and save money! To see a list of colleges that will waive their application fee during this time, click here.

Join CFNC for a month of live virtual events and How-To videos to support high school seniors in completing three important college enrollment steps: Residency, FAFSA, and applications.

Anxiety/Depression Support Group (LightKeepers)

Offers a chance for students who struggle with anxiety and/or depression to connect and support one other. Groups will have an educational component covering topics such as triggers, positive self-talk, distorted thinking, social connectedness, and conquering fears, as well as opportunities for discussion.

• Meets 1x a month October- May
• 1st Wednesday at 1:00 pm
• Link to Register: HS LightKeepers Registration SY2122

· You are required by law to register for the Selective Service within 30 days of your 18th birthday

· You can register online at www.sss.gov/register

· or You can go to your local post office to register

· or You may click “Register Me” when you complete your FAFSA starting in October

OCTOBER/NOVEMBER

• Visit colleges that you are interested in
• Start the college application process-check deadlines!
• Complete the FAFSA and the RDS (even if you are not sure what your plans are yet)
• Create a CFNC account. If you are not planning to attend college, use the surveys to help determine the best career for you.
• Not satisfied with your ACT or SAT score? Register now for an upcoming test.

• Create an account at fastweb to receive scholarship information
• Check out a list of scholarships and tips from NCVA here.
• If you are interested in playing a college sport, make sure you have registered with the NCAA Clearinghouse.
  
• The base high school or community college in your county will likely have a college fair. Find out the dates and attend.
• Are you planning to join the military? Contact a recruiter now. If you're not sure how, ask your counselor.
  

DECEMBER

• Study for exams and finish the semester strong
• Enjoy Winter Break!

JANUARY-APRIL

• Keep your grades up this semester- colleges can always revoke acceptances if your grades fall.
• Continue applying for scholarships; Notify counselor when you are chosen for any scholarships or any other honor/award
  

MAY

• Notify colleges of your final decision
• Make your plans for work or military final
• Notify your counselors of your plans and if you need transcripts sent

June

• Enjoy your final moments of Senior Year!
  

Register for the ACT here.

Free Test Prep courses and practice tests can be found at March2Success.

Are you trying to decide where to apply? See how your numbers compare to the average Freshman admitted to these colleges. Don't see your school on the list? This information is found on most college websites. Check before you pay those application fees!

Are you interested in starting at a community college and transferring to a 4-year college after two years? Check out these colleges that offer guaranteed transfer admission programs.

The College Funding Coach

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Fastweb

• Check out the Occupational Outlook Handbook or NC Careers.org for job descriptions, salary, education required, and more

• See a list of all community colleges in North Carolina here

• Interested in a private college? See the North Carolina list here

• All public NC colleges can be found here