Quarter 4, 2020-21 Volume 7, Number 4 |
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FINAL TRANSCRIPTS FOR SENIORS
Seniors are reminded that virtually all schools require that they submit a final transcript of their high school work prior to their enrollment at the college or school. Seniors must submit a Transcript Request form signed by a parent or the student (if 18 years old or older). The Guidance Department visited all of the Senior English classes and gave everyone a copy of the Release of Information form. It was explained why it is important that it is turned in to the Guidance Center prior to graduation. The completed Release of Information Form must be submitted so that their final transcript may be sent to the school they will attend. Transcripts will be prepared and mailed as soon as possible after we are notified that records are finalized. Please note that all official transcripts must be sent directly to a prospective employer or college/university. We are not permitted to release official documents directly to students or former students at any time. In addition, seniors were reminded of the Required Graduation Survey that must be completed in Naviance. A follow-up email was sent to every senior with a digital copy of the form, as well as directions for completing things in Naviance.
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SENIOR PLANNING GUIDE
Plan Ahead
Some time ago, the members of the Class of 2022 received a copy of the Senior Planning Guide, a booklet prepared by members of the guidance department. This booklet presents a wealth of information about numerous issues related to post-secondary education and training. Students were advised to read over the guide during the summer, share it with their parents, and to make sure they have it available for their use in the fall.
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ADDITIONAL COLLEGE/CAREER RESOURCES
Helpful for Juniors, Too
Please visit the Guidance Section of Delone Catholic's website for more information regarding searching for Colleges and Careers. Click here to view the page that includes those resources.
Of special interest to juniors is College Majors 101 , which explore majors of interest to you and to discover colleges that offer that major.
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FALL PSAT TESTING
Prepare for Fall
Each Fall, the Sophomores and Juniors are required to take the PSAT Test, which is the pre-cursor to the SAT. Due to the large percentage of our students that take the SAT during their Junior and/or Senior years, we feel as though the more exposure and practice our students have to the test the greater chance of success when their PSAT scores count toward scholarship consideration, as well as on the SAT when considered by colleges and universities. This year, the test will be administered on Oct. 13, 2021, and there is a $17 fee required to take the test.
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2021-22 SAT DATES
Beginning in October
The 2021-2022 SAT testing dates are: Aug. 28, Oct. 2, Nov. 6, Dec. 4, March 12, May 7 and June 4. Delone Catholic will be a test center for the November and May administration of the SAT. Registration materials will be available in the guidance offices. Seniors are encouraged to take SAT in either August, October or November if they need additional scores sent to colleges prior to early deadlines. Students may register online for 2021-22 SAT test dates. All the codes and information necessary to register are included as part of the online registration system. Import
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2021-22 ACT TESTING
Prepare Early
The American College Testing program offers testing for students who intend to apply for college. Colleges in the West and South typically prefer students to take this test rather than the SAT. However, more schools in the Middle Atlantic and Northeast states now accept ACT scores as part of an application. Some students do better on the ACT assessment because the ACT measure achievement, while SAT measures aptitude. Students who feel that they could score higher on an achievement test should schedule the ACT in addition to the SAT.
The ACT will be offered on Sept. 11, October 23, December 11, February 12, April 2, June 11 and July 16. Delone Catholic will be a test center for the October and April administration of the ACT. The following information about ACT dates and registration deadlines is provided. Registration materials will be available in the Business Office during summer hours and from the Guidance Office when school is in session. Students are advised to register online.
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HANOVER AREA COLLEGE NIGHT
Keep Your Eyes Open
The Delone Catholic High School Guidance Department continues to cooperate with other local high schools and the Hanover Rotary Club to sponsor the Hanover Area College Night. In the fall, one of the local high schools will host the College Night from 6:30-8:30 p.m. We will announce the date and location once we are notified of those details. The Guidance Department encourages parents and students of all grades to attend this program, which will be particularly helpful for seniors and juniors.
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CENTRAL PA REGIONAL COLLEGE FAIRS
Test the Waters
The Pennsylvania Association for College Admission Counseling (PACAC) helps to organize several Regional College Fairs in the area. Harrisburg Area Community College may be hosting their annual Central Pennsylvania College Fair in the fall of 2021. The fair in 2019 attracted over 2,400 area high school students and their parents who met with 140 college and university representatives. The dates, times and location will be announced when made available to us. Representatives will be available at both fairs to meet with students and parents.
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ADAMS COUNTY AREA COLLEGE AND CAREER FAIR
Stay Tuned!
The Adams County School Counselors Association coordinates the Adams County Area College and Career Fair each fall at Gettysburg College. If held, this will be the 24nth year for the event. Normally there would be over 100 options for students to explore! The event is completely free to the public, so everyone is welcome. Please consider exploring this event to learn more about options for your future, should it be offered. Details will be advertised if it takes place.
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SAT AND ACT PREPARATION COURSES
Prepare Over the Summer
While we will not be offering SAT prep courses over the summer, students are encouraged to utilize the free resources through College Board and Khan Academy.
Penn State York will offer prep courses in June and again in the fall. Please click HERE for more information.
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NCAA INITIAL ELIGIBILITY FOR ATHLETES
Important for all DCHS Athletes
During the 2021-22 school year and the foreseeable future, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and its member colleges will continue the procedure for certifying whether individual athletes are eligible to compete in intercollegiate sports during their first year in college. All students who wish to participate in athletics at the Division I or Division II level must register with and submit a high school transcript to the NCAA Eligibility Center in Iowa. The cost for this service is approximately $80. Please contact any member of the guidance staff or read online if you have questions about this procedure or the eligibility standards.
Parents and students are reminded to check the list of Delone Catholic core courses accepted by the NCAA initial eligibility clearinghouse. These courses are listed in the 2021-22 Course Catalog published by the school. Student athletes should use this information to help them select appropriate courses for the 2021-22 school year.
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INFORMATION FOR UNDERCLASSMEN
Welcome Class of 2025!
Attention Class of 2025 (Incoming Freshmen) - Remember that Works of Mercy Hours can begin to accumulate as soon as 8th grade is completed. In addition, please remember to complete the Summer Reading assignment. Please check the school's website for additional information.
Aug. 19 will be our Freshmen Parent Orientation Night. This is an ideal opportunity to hear from current families, students and faculty about what life is like at Delone Catholic.
The Guidance Department has established a list of helpful hints and suggestions for 9th graders. To view that list, please click HERE. Every 9th grader will receive a copy of this list in the fall.
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GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT SUMMER HOURS
From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Mrs. Rohrer, Mrs. Heberling and Mr. Hutton will have office hours from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. on the following dates:
- June 2- Mr. Hutton
- June 16- Mrs. Rohrer
- July 7 - Mrs. Rohrer
- July 21 - Mr. Hutton
- August 4 - Mrs. Heberling
- August 11 - Mrs. Heberling
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COLLEGE/MILITARY ACCEPTANCES
Please remember to provide your child's guidance counselor with a copy of any acceptance letters that you may receive. We like to recognize those students for their accomplishments.
The following students have been accepted to the schools or military programs listed below:
Auffarth, Olivia - Kent State University, Oh.
Catlin, Grace - Penn State University, University Park, University of Delaware, Del.
Crouch, Kailee - Alvernia University, Seton Hill University
Ellis, Jeana - Carroll County Community College, Md., McDaniel College, Md., Towson University, Md., Salisbury University, Md.
Fahnestock, Laura - Pennsylvania College of Technology
Girroir, Louella - Drexel University
Grenchik, Mark - University of Pittsburgh, Johnstown
Kuntz, Avery - Mississippi State University, Miss., Penn State University, Mont Alto, Robert Morris University, West Virginia University, W.Va.
Lawrence, Ireland - Arizona State, Ariz.
Martin, Ethan - DeSales University, York College of Pennsylvania
McDannell, Kassidy - Bloomsburg University, Duquesne University, Penn State University, Altoona, Univeristy of Pittsburgh, Johnstown
Meighan, Sam - Towson University, Md.
Murphy, Ryan - Duquesne University, Saint Joseph's University, Seton Hall University, N.J., University of Connecticut, Conn.
Nelson, Summer - Mount St. Mary's University, Md.
O'Brien, Julia -Stevens Institute of Technology, N.J., Towson University, Md.
Reichart, Ryderlee - Mount St. Mary's University, Md.
Rollins, Madison - University of Dayton, Ohio, University of South Carolina, S.C.
Strappazon, Landon - Mount St. Mary's University, Md., Robert Morris University, Penn State University, Mont Alto
Strausbuagh, Lexi - Duquesne University
Ugarte, Eduardo - Loyola University Maryland, Md., Seton Hall University, Saint Joseph's University
Schussler, Wyatt - Seton Hill University, Loyola University Maryland, Md., Seton Hall University, Saint Joseph's University
Wildasin, Ryan - Penn State University, Mont Alto, Shippensburg University
Wilkes, Michael - Wilkes University
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SQUIRES OFFERED SCHOLARSHIPS
As with the college acceptance letters, please provide your child's guidance counselor with any scholarships that have been awarded to your son/daughter.
Auffath, Olivia - $30,000 over 4 years, Kent State University
Ellis, Jeana - 27,500 over 4 years, McDaniel College
Martin, Ethan - $76,000 over 4 years, DeSales University, $10,000 over 4 years, York College of Pennsylvania
McDannell, Kassidy - $72,000 over 4 years, Duquesne University
Murphy, Ryan - $96,500 over 4 years, Seton Hall University, $112,000 over four years, St. Joseph's University, $74,000 over 4 years, University of Connecticut
Nelson, Summer - $108,000 over 4 years, Mount St. Mary's University
O'Brien, Julia - $28,000 over 4 years, Stevens Institute of Technology, $12,000 over 4 years, Towson University
Reichart, Ryderlee - $80,000 over 4 years, Mount St. Mary's University
Schussler, Wyatt - $21,000 for 2021-22 school year, Seton Hill
Strappazon, Landon - $108,000 over 4 years, Mount St. Mary's University, $52,000 over 4 years, Robert Morris University
Strausbaugh, Lexi - $66,000 over 4 years, Duquesne Universuty
Ugarte, Eduardo - $23,000 over 4 years, Loyola University, $68,500 for 4 years, Seton Hall University, $19,000 over 4 years, Saint Joseph University
Wilkes, Michael - $40,000 over 4 years, Saint Francis University, $17,000 for 2021-2022 School year, Wilkes University
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Delone Catholic Guidance Department
Mr. Steve Hutton, Guidance Counselor, 717-624-6612
Mrs. Heather Rohrer, Guidance Counselor, 717-624-6612
140 South Oxford Avenue ~ McSherrystown, Pa. 17344 ~ www.delonecatholic.org
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