WHS COLLEGETRACKS TEAM!
Ms. Meghan Lynch
Program Director
240.221.1699
mlynch@collegetracksusa.org
Mr. Dwaine Brown
Program Coordinator
240.293.0324
dbrown@collegetracksusa.org
Ms. Rula Zaru
Program Coordinator
240.244.6640
rzaru@collegetracksusa.org
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What school are you attending in the Fall and what do you plan to study?
What is your favorite part about being in the CollegeTracks family?
What advice do you have for juniors who are beginning their college application journeys?
What is the first thing you'll do after graduating from high school?
What excites you most about going to college?
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SENIORS, DO NOW!
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- PRIORITY: If you haven't done so yet, tell CollegeTracks staff which school you are attending in the fall
- Pick up your CollegeTracks graduation cord
- URGENT: submit all required financial aid and verification forms to your colleges
- Bring your college acceptance and financial aid award letters to CollegeTracks
- Encourage your 11th grade friends to join CollegeTracks
Schedule an appointment with CollegeTracks TODAY!
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JUNIORS, DO NOW!
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- Continue attending ACT or SAT prep classes
- Complete your CollegeTracks interview
- Create an FSAID for the FAFSA- if you missed the workshop make an appointment at lunch or after school
- Complete your resume and submit to CollegeTracks staff
Schedule an appointment with CollegeTracks TODAY!
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SHOUT OUTS!
- Wheaton High school administrators and staff, we appreciate all you do to support and encourage students!
- Congratulations to all of the Seniors. We will see you at graduation!!
- Juniors - keep up the engagement and hard work! It will pay off.
- Thank you to the CollegeTracks volunteers for their continued dedication to student success
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WHERE TO FIND US?
Room 1007
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays
9:00am-5:00pm
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CONNECT WITH COLLEGETRACKS!
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Make the most of your summer and get a Jumpstart to College!
Summer is right around the corner and it's the perfect time to take advantage of getting a jump start on the college process! The earliest you start, the more you can maximize your college and financial opportunities!! Don't miss out on this opportunity!
When: MONDAYS 1-3pm or TUESDAYS 10:30-12:30
Where: Wheaton High School
Dates:
June 19th-August 15th
Attendance: 1 workshop per week
Students will complete the following milestones:
- Start your college essay
- Begin your college search
- Complete your resume
- Research career options
- Apply for financial aid
- Complete your Naviance Family Connection forms
- Start your Common App and UMD application
COME TO COLLEGETRACKS TO SIGN UP!!!
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SUMMER JUMPSTART
JUNIOR JAM!
Join us for the Jumpstart Jam and bring your junior friends to sign up with us!
- Sign up for Summer Jumpstart workshops
- Find out what you should work on this summer to prepare for applying to college
- Enjoy ice cream and snacks
- Gift card raffle
DATE:
Monday June 12th
TIME:
Lunch
LOCATION:
CollegeTracks (Room 1007)
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ACT & SAT Test Taking Tips!
- Get a full 8 hours of sleep the night before your test
- Eat a healthy breakfast (eggs, fruit, oats/grains, etc.)
- Bring #2 pencils, a permitted calculator, and snacks
- Bring your printed Admissions Ticket and ID
- Have a solid transportation plan to and from the test
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CALLING ALL JUNIORS!
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Have you already joined CollegeTracks but have 11th grade friends who should sign up?
Bring your 11th grade friends to CollegeTracks and if they sign up, you get free candy.
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PHOTO GALLERY!
CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2017!
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$CHOLARSHIP CORNER
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Let Ms. Lynch, Mr. Brown, or Ms. Rula know if you're applying for these scholarships!
Bruce Lee Foundation
Due:
6/9/2017
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility:
- The scholarships are available to students age 16 and older who will be attending or are already attending a two-year college, four-year university, or licensed trade and vocational school in the United States.
- Criteria used in evaluating applicants include, but is not limited to, involvement in extra-curricular activities/community service/work experience, future potential and knowledge of Bruce Lee.
Ethiopian Heritage College Scholarship Fund
Due: 6/27/16
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility:
- Resident of the Greater Metropolitan Area
- Graduating from high school and has been admitted to, and will be attending, an accredited two or four year college or university on a full-time basis
- Scholarship recipients will be chosen on the basis of high school grade point average, the essay submitted, demonstrated community service, and conclusions the selection panel might draw from a personal interview as to the individual's motivation, character, ability, and potential
Maryland Hispanic Achievement Scholarship
Due:
6/30/2017
Amount: $2,000
Eligibilty:
- High school/College/University grade point average of 2.5 or greater Must have graduated from a Maryland High School or obtained a Maryland GED in the last four years.
- Must attend a Maryland College or University in the Spring next year
- Significant contribution of voluntary community service during the last 12 months.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen, Resident or Dreamer, as defined by the Maryland Dream Act.
- Must have proof of financial need to continue higher education The Maryland Hispanic Achievement Scholarship is open to all qualifying students from our diverse community in the State of Maryland.
MORE INFO: Click here!
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COLLEGE CORNER
University of Maryland-
College Park
Did You Know?.....
University of Maryland-College Park is a 4 year public institution that was founded in 1865. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 27,443 its setting is suburban, and is primarily a commuter campus
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The University of Maryland is Ranked #20 among public universities and #25 for most innovative schools by US. News & World Report, as well as #14 among public universities by Forbes.
A current member of the Big Ten Conference, Maryland is one of only three NCAA Division 1 institutions to have won a national championship in football, men's basketball and women's basketball.
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Sincerely,
Ms. Lynch, Mr. Brown, and Ms. Rula
CollegeTracks Wheaton Access Team
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