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Flock Block with the Counselors
Counselors met with juniors to discuss upcoming testing dates and college/career planning activities. The students began a Self-Awareness and Reflection exercise. The goal was to get them more in touch with what they think, feel, and do, and WHY they think, feel, and act the way they do. Are they being their best, most authentic selves? We asked them to recognize how they have developed and changed since entering high school. Since many of our juniors attended the Miami and OSU rep visits, we posted all materials to their Class of 2025 OneNote. We encourage all juniors to take some time to reflect on these important topics.
Class of 2024
Seniors are reminded to slide their colleges into the APPLIED column, sign both FERPA statements, and complete their College Survey on SCOIR. These three tasks must be complete before counselors can send any materials on their behalf.
Plan to visit colleges on these upcoming days off school: September 22, October 16, and October 24. Schedule visits on the Admissions page of a college’s website. Students do not need to complete a College Visit Form (found in Portals) to do so on these days off, only when missing a day when school is in session.
Class of 2025
Juniors are asked to locate and save the email they received this week from FLOURISH – check inbox, deleted mail, and junk folder. This email has a link that will open their Birkman assessment the week of September 25.
Fenwick has been partnering with LEAP in Mason to administer one of the most impressive career interest inventories on the market. Offering the Birkman to our juniors each year will provide the counselors, families, and students with invaluable insight into what makes our students tick. The Birkman has the most comprehensive results we have seen out there because not only does it consider aptitudes, interests, and abilities; it looks at passions and personality, communication styles and needs. These results will be instrumental in guiding students on their best next steps after high school. The report includes information pertinent to an insightful major and career search. In the long run, the Birkman results will continue to provide poignant insight for our students as they plan for a productive, engaging, and cost-effective future. LEAP will guide each junior through their Birkman results while developing a personal, comprehensive approach to career planning. This is an invaluable tool – we have stressed to our juniors that they will get out of it what they put into it.
Class of 2026
Fenwick has partnered with LEAP to offer a diagnostic PSAT to all our sophomores on Tuesday, October 24. LEAP will offer a follow-up informational ACT-SAT 101 Webinar on Thursday, October 26 at 7:00 p.m.
Topics Covered in the webinar:
- Your student has a LEAP Lens ACT Diagnostic report- learn how to read it.
- How to make the best choice between the SAT and ACT.
- When your child should ideally take the first (and last) test - create a personalized timeline.
- How much preparation is typically needed for best scores.
- Know how Covid “test-optional” policies impact admissions.
Register here.
Class of 2027
As part of the school’s accreditation process, our freshmen will engage in SOAR lessons facilitated by their flock block teachers. SOAR Learning is a practical approach to building and improving student executive functioning skills, specifically in areas of time management, prioritizing tasks, organization, and self-reflection and motivation. The creators of SOAR focus on six trademark values: Simplicity through Efficient Systems; Relevance; Joy and pleasure in life; Originality and Creativity; Personal Responsibility; Excellence. Students are guided through lessons which include slides, videos, articles, and practice opportunities. During each subsequent academic year, the lessons will continue to expand on the skills imparted during freshman year.
College
College Prep Night - presented by Day Air Credit Union - Day Air Ballpark
Wednesday, September 27 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Students must pre-register and attend this event to have the chance to win one of the two $1,000 scholarships provided by Day Air Credit Union, although they do not have to be present to win. Register here.
Miami University – Seniors, your Miami application is FREE until November 1 – just click “Miami Fee Waiver” on your Common App instead of entering a method of payment.
Online College Fairs – This week the Midwest colleges are featured. Register here.
Open Houses – This is the time of year when colleges host Open House and program specific events. These are perfect opportunities to learn more about that school. These opportunities will be listed under the Admissions link on each school’s website.
Enrichment
Case Western Reserve University Pre-College – Biomedical Engineering. Click here.
Interested in learning more about the field of engineering? Click here.
University of Notre Dame Global Scholars High School Program - Click here.
Testing
Courtesy of LEAP:
FAQ of the Week
Q: My senior has their best test score, but I am unsure if they should submit them to universities. What should I do?
A: Generally speaking, if your teen's test score is in the upper 50th percentile of ACT/SAT scores for a university or program of interest within the university, submit the test score! Learn more at our free ACT/SAT Test Optional webinar on October 19 at 7:30 p.m. Can't attend the webinar? Register anyway and watch the recording afterward!
Upcoming Free Opportunities
9/14/2023 ACT - SAT 101 Webinar at 7:30 p.m.
9/16/2023 Diagnostic SAT (online from home) from 1:00-4:30 p.m. Register by 9/15!
Wellness Tip
Wellness Tip:
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. We each can play an important part in caring for our people. The theme this year is #BeThe1To. Be the one to do what you ask?
- Ask how someone is doing?
- Be there to listen.
- Keep them safe with supportive resources.
- Help them stay connected while on their healing journey.
- Follow up so they know you are still there for them.
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Take care of your own emotional needs while supporting others with theirs.
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