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WMHS ACCESS NEWSLETTER December 2017
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Watkins Mill High School CollegeTracks Team
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Colleges
WILL NOT send you financial aid award letters unless they receive your FAFSA!
Don't wait until the last minute!
CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE YOUR FAFSA APPOINTMENT TODAY!
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SENIOR SPOTLIGHT
Gabriela Maya
What is your favorite part about coming to CollegeTracks?
"The energy in the room where I feel like we are all one family helping each other achieve the same goal."
What career do you see yourself doing 10 years from now?
"I see myself running my own business and also volunteering at CollegeTracks."
What colleges are you considering attending?
UMD-College Park
California State
University
Goucher College
Catholic University of America
Mount St. Mary's
Marymount
Towson
Montgomery College
What advice do you have for other 12th graders who have not been to CollegeTracks yet?
"Please come to CollegeTracks and sign up!!! I guarantee you will receive help from our amazing staff and volunteers with your applications! Better late than NEVER!"
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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
Bekki Sims
Bekki earned a Master's in Clinical Community Counseling from Johns Hopkins University.
What is your current/past career? What was your journey to that career?
"I was a Psychology major in undergrad. Then I had children and when the oldest was entering high school, I worked on a student-led event model. I then decided that I loved working with teens so much that I wanted to go to graduate school in Counseling to learn better how to help them. A few years later I decided to create my own business."
What is your dream job?
"Running a school/camp in a warm, oceanside setting, for teens who struggle emotionally, providing lots of mental health support, physical activities and "doing for others."
What advice do you have for high school seniors?
"Work hard at your goals AND take care of yourself -- get sleep, eat healthily & get some exercise! All that will help you on your way."
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All About the
CSS Profile!
Here is a detailed intro to the CSS Profile!
The College Scholarship Service (CSS) Profile is an online application, hosted by The College Board, that students use to apply for non-federal financial aid.
Almost 400 colleges and universities require students to submit a CSS Profile in order to be considered for grants and scholarships. Each college has a different deadline for completion of the CSS Profile. Deadlines can be found on each college's financial aid website.
The CSS Profile requires detailed information from students and families in order to be completed.
Only SOME colleges require the CSS Profile.
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SENIORS DO NOW!
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Sign up for Dec. 8 on-the-spot admissions day with Mrs. Heald.
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Finalize your college list
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Send your ACT/SAT scores to colleges you are applying to
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Visit colleges during early release and no-school days
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Take a campus tour and arrange to meet with an admissions representative
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Submit your FAFSA and, if required, the CSS Profile
- Apply to at least 4 scholarships
Schedule an appointment with CollegeTracks TODAY!
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A Visit to Goucher College!
CollegeTracks Scholars from Watkins Mill visited Goucher during their open house sessions last month. They got to attend classes, talk to professors and visit the Goucher horses!
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"When I first walked in the admissions office, I was wowed! The receptionist and staff were so nice, helpful and friendly. I didn't expect them to make me feel as welcome as they made me feel. I love the open area where I can study or just take time for myself to reflect, the library is also just so beautiful and big. I felt that they respected everyone's study habits and that their buildings are very eco-friendly and the food was delicious!" - Dariana G.
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A Visit to McDaniel College!
CollegeTracks Scholars from Wheaton, Watkins Mill, and BCC attended McDaniel College's "Discover McDaniel Day" in November!
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It's tempting to unplug during the entire Winter Break, but it is one of the best times to focus on your college process. Here's how:
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Make progress on your college applications - If you have upcoming deadlines in January and February, work on your applications during break. It's less stressful when you have time to focus.
- Visit campuses - Some colleges may be open while you are off from school. Go to your college campuses! Get a feel for the environment, talk to current students, take a campus tour.
- Apply for scholarships - Use the extra time to look for and apply for scholarship money. Every penny counts!
- Double check to ensure you've submitted supplements - Check your email and application portals to ensure your colleges have all the materials needed to apply (essays, letters of recommendation, test scores, etc.)
- Say thanks - Your teachers and counselors have taken the time to write your letters of recommendation. Take a moment to write a note to them expressing your gratitude.
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$CHOLARSHIP SPOTLIGHT
Let Mrs. E, Mr. Chappell, or Ms. Barclay know if you're applying for any of these scholarships!
NAME:
Burger King Scholars Program
DUE DATE:
December 15, 2017
AMOUNT: $1,000-$25,000
ELIGIBILITY:
Residents of the U.S., Canada, or Puerto Rico. Must be in Grade 12 with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and plan to enroll full-time in an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or technical school
NAME:
Foot Locker Student Athlete Scholarship
DUE DATE:
December 15, 2017
AMOUNT:
$20,000
ELIGIBILITY:
Current high school senior with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher who is a citizen or Permanent Resident of the U.S. and who is entering a four-year accredited U.S. college or university in the Fall of 2018. Must currently be a member (in good standing) of a high school sports team or to be involved in after school sports.
NAME:
Top 10 List Scholarship
DUE DATE:
December 31, 2017
ELIGIBILITY: Thirteen years or older and legal residents of the 50 U.S. states or the District of Columbia. who plan to enroll in a post-secondary institution no later than Fall 2020. Be currently enrolled (or enroll no later than the fall of 2020) in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher education. Must submit an online short written response (250 words or less) for the question: "Create a top ten list of the top ten reasons you should get this scholarship!"
Click here
for scholarships that do not require U.S. citizenship!
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COLLEGE SPOTLIGHT!
university of the Catholic Church!
There are approximately 3,600 undergraduate students and 400 full-time faculty members at CUA.
Catholic U. offers popular majors such as Engineering, Nursing, and Architecture!
CUA students are from all 50 states. The average class size is 20 students. The male to female ratio is 45 to 55.
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SHOUT OUTS
- Watkins Mill High school administrators and staff, we appreciate all you do to support and encourage students!
- Shoutout to all of the Seniors who are attending Fall Workshops!
- Thank you to the CollegeTracks volunteers and ACT Prep tutors for their continued dedication to student success!
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WHERE TO FIND US?
Room A006
Mondays, Tuesdays,
Thursdays, & Fridays
9:00am-5:00pm
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