Third Edition 2015-2016
From the Guidance Department
Feb. 2016
This issue of “College Connection” provides information on many important items:
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Summer opportunities
Off-campus college information meetings/events
Opportunities at Churchill related to career and/or college preparation
College and career related test information
Please read the “College Connection” on the Churchill website (http://www.neisd.net/churchill/consl.cfm) . This monthly
publication is for your use now and for future reference. Other sources of important information include the school’s
announcements. Feel free to stop by meet and visit with your counselor:
Need help with college applications, financial aid, or anything else related to college and career
preparation? Visit the Go Center where you will encounter:
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San Antonio Education Partnership has a rep on campus. Melissa Ramos is available on Tuesdays
& Thursdays: 8:30-4:00 to help with admissions applications scholarships, financial aid, and more.
Parents may make appointments with her by calling 210-356-0051
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You need to see a counseling clerks to processes transcript requests and submissions, as well as
scholarship applications requiring transcript copies. Don’t put this off, do it sooner than later!
The GO CENTER is a college/career help center (located in the Counseling Office) that is equipped with computers for
student and parent use for the purpose of printing material from various colleges, and information regarding careers,
scholarship information, calendars, checklist for each grade level for college preparation, and much more.
“Remind” from the counseling office
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Important DATES AND INFORMATION
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Feb. 15th AP Registration Opens. Go to Parent Portal to register for all AP EXAMS.
Registration closes on March 28th at 2:30pm.
April 2nd - TSI testing for dual credit report at 7:30am. Register by 3/31
April 6th, - San Antonio Regional College Fair, Trinity University 6:00-8:00pm
April 19th – WC Underclassman College Night 6:00-7:30pm Cafeteria with breakout sessions
in the 8000 bldg.
May 2nd – May 13th AP Exams.
June 2nd – Graduation Rehearsal – 11:00am!
Friday, June 3- 2015 Winston Churchill Graduation Commencement Freeman
Coliseum 2:30pm
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Seniors, your final official rank is available NOW. Please come by counseling
office to request it and have your official transcript sent out to universities.
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Students your course selection cards for 2016-2017 are now due
to your counselor!!
What’s the difference between Early Action and Early
Decision???
Early decision plans are binding — a student who is
accepted as an ED applicant must attend the college.
Early action plans are nonbinding — students receive
an early response to their application but do not have
to commit to the college until the normal reply date of
May 1.
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Senior Timely Tips!
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Re-take the ACT or SAT now!!
Make plans to visit prospective colleges
Ask for recommendation letters now!
Pay attention to early admission deadlines
Keep good records/ copies
Check your email
Get & stay organized
Talk / share with your counselor your plans
2015-2016 ACT DATES
www.act.org
Test Date
Registration Deadline
(Late Fee Required)
April 9, 2016
March 4, 2016
March 5–18, 2016
June 11, 2016**
May 6, 2016
May 7–20, 2016
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Send your scores to your colleges you will be applying to!!
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College Application deadlines:
TCU – Feb. 15, 2016
St. Mary’s Univ. – March 1, 2016
Texas State Univ – March 1, 2016
Univ. of North Texas – March 1, 2016
Texas A&M San Antonio – March 15, 2016 * 1st year for entering freshman!
CAMPUS/DISTRICT EVENTS:
Tuesday, April 19 – Underclassman College Night. 6:00- 7:30pm
Come meet college representatives and attend breakout sessions on
Admissions, financial aid, the college essay and more.
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What do college admission reps really look at?????
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Colleges look at the strength of your curriculum – challenge yourself!
Your GPA – do the best you can!
ACT / SAT test scores – take more than once and take a free practice test!
Recommendations – from someone who really knows you!
Extracurricular activities – they like to see depth vs. quantity!
Application Essays – this is your time to make yourself stand out! Always
do the optional one! Avoid formulas, proofread!!
6 Tips for supporting your teen’s college search:
1. Have conversations often and over time. – you can’t wait till senior year
to approach this topic!
2. Be honest with your teen – this is their step, not yours.
3. Look at your teen’s personality – be patient, they think things through at
their own pace.
4. Know they are listening – even when you think they’re not. Approach
conversations honestly and openly. Show them that you hear and value
what they say.
5. Tap into their intuition – their own values play a big part in choices.
6. Load up their “skill box” – laundry 101, fix a quick meal or snack, budget
their own money, how do they get to a dr. when sick, don’t forget study
habits and communication skills. All these will lead to great confidence
when away from home!
Underclassmen: Information on tests in the fall!!!
SAT Suite of Assessments
The College Board is launching new and redesigned exams in fall 2015 and spring 2016. The
redesigned PSAT/NMSQT and the new PSAT™ 8/9 — for eighth- and ninth-graders — will
launch in October 2015. The new PSAT™ 10 — for 10th-graders — will launch in February
2016 and the redesigned SAT in March. These exams work together as the SAT Suite of
Assessments.
Closely aligned to challenging classroom work, the suite will focus on the few things that
evidence shows matter most for college and career readiness. The exams will be clearer and
more open than any in the College Board’s history. Students and teachers will know what is
covered on the exams.
Learn About the Redesigned SAT Suite of Assessments
Recent SAT results tell a troubling nationwide story about students’ readiness for success in
their postsecondary endeavors. More than half of the students who take the SAT are not
prepared for college. And, even among those who are ready, many low-income and minority
students do not take advantage of the opportunities they have earned.
Recognizing that we must do more to help all students be ready for and succeed in college and
workforce training programs, the College Board is committed to propelling students into the
opportunities they have earned. Redesigning the SAT is one of the major components of the
commitment we are making to support students’ college and career success.
Learn about the changes the College Board is making to the SAT, PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10,
and PSAT 8/9.
Start Practicing
When students engage in challenging course work, they give themselves the best chance to
succeed — not just on the SAT, but also in college and career. Practice for the redesigned SAT
and PSAT/NMSQT and the new PSAT 10 is not just test preparation — it is an instructional
experience that will benefit students' academic and professional lives. Dynamic, interactive
study tools developed in partnership with Khan Academy launch in early June 2015. Students
can try sample questions now.
About Your PSAT/NMSQT Scores
Students who completed the PSAT/NMSQT in fall 2014 can learn more about
2014 scores; students who will be taking the PSAT/NMSQT in fall 2015 can learn more about
the redesigned exam.
Have you heard???
The Southwest School of Art, located right here in San Antonio offers a
Bachelors in Fine Arts degree. Contact the Office of Admission at
210.224.1848 for more info. Or visit their website at www.swschool.org
Apply by march 1 to be eligible for the most scholarship money!!
Have you been accepted to The University of Mississippi next fall? Are you a top student
leader here at Winston Churchill? If so the 32 nd chancellor’s Leadership Class may be
something for you. You must be admitted for the Fall of 2016 and have completed the
Entering Freshman Scholarship Application. See your counselor about nominating you!
Don’t delay, deadline is March 11, 2016.
2015-2016 SAT Test Dates
www.collegeboard.com
Late Registration
Deadline
SAT Date
SAT Subject
Tests Available
Registration
Deadline
There is an additional
If you need to
fee if you register after
change
test date,
the regular deadline but
test center, or test
before the late
type,
you may do so
registration deadline.
with additional fees.
Learn how >
Mail
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May 7
Subject Tests
Apr 8
Deadline for
Changes
Apr 22
Phone/
Online
Apr 26
Apr 26
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Subject Tests
Jun 4
May 5
May 20
May 25
May 25
March begins the new designed SAT test!!!
Texas Success Initiative (TSI) - Placement test required by Texas law to assess entering undergraduate students’
academic skill levels in math, reading, and writing and to determine students’ readiness to enroll in college-level
coursework; visit: www.thecb.state.tx.us/DE/TSI (See item #1 TSI Statute and THECB Rules Applying to Testing and
Developmental Education for information; click on TSI/Exemptions as you may be eligible); consult with your college of
choice for registration and information. Students, even though you are accepted and have sent SAT/ACT scores, your college
of choice still require the TSI test. This is most likely taken on their campus. Plan accordingly!!
MAKE DEPOSITS
Friendship is like a bank account. You can’t continue to draw on it with making deposits.
Anonymous
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SUMMER PROGRAMS*****************
Preserve America Youth Summit – June 7-10th. Participants selected through a competitive application
process are offered both community and service hours and full scholarships for program costs, including
meals, transportation and lodging. For middle and high school students. Applications available online at
www.preservationyouthsummit.org For more information contact Jessika Buell at
www.youthsummits@conservationlegacy.org
Camp L.E.A.D. – Texas Tech University’s leadership education and development program, all expenses,
including transportation, housing and curriculum material are provided at no cost to students admitted to
the program. Highly selective for rising juniors with SAT/ACT scores, community involvement and
proven leadership. Student should apply at www.camplead.ttu.edu by 5:00pm on Friday, April 1, 2016.
For additional information, call 806-742-1299 or email camplead@ttu.deu. Camp runs from Aug. 2 –
Aug. 5th, 2016.
USC/Chevron Frontiers – offers a preparatory, interactive training program focusing on various energy
resources including fossil fuels, solar, biofuels, nuclear energy and information technologies for energy
efficient operations. It is designed to introduce exceptional HS juniors to the opportunities and career
possibilities available in the global energy resources industry. From July 10-15, 2016 at the University of
Southern California, Los Angeles, CA. Students should apply online at http://cisoft.usc.edu/uscchevronsummercamp/
Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies – these programs offer highly motivated, intellectually curious students
the opportunity to investigate topics not typically taught in high school. There is the Summer Academy
for students ages 16-19, summer Humanities Institute for students currently in grades 10 and 11,
Stanford’s Summer Arts Institute for student in grades 9-11, High School Summer College for students
ages 16-19, Summer Institutes High School Program for students currently in grades 8-11, University –
level Online math and Physics Courses. To learn more about all their programs, visit
www.spcs.standford.edu/collegecounselor
GW Pre-college 2016 – Make the nation’s capital your classroom. for motivated high school students,
College Intensive, enroll in three or six week courses; Summer Immersion, enroll in two week courses.
Students reside in GW’s residential halls with fellow high school students. Application deadline is May 1,
2016. Visit http://summer.gwu.edu/precollege to apply. for questions call 202.994.6360 or email
gwsummer@gwu.edu
NYU Precollege – Runs from July 5- August 16, 2016. Apply by April 1, 2016 for scholarship
consideration. For more details and the most up-to-date information, please visit www.nyu.edu/precollege
Alfred University Summer Programs for Teens – their programs provide opportunities to learn more
about a favorite subject, enhance skills, sample life on a college campus, and meet other students with
similar interests and academic ability. Completed application, deposit and associated materials must be
received in their office no later than May, 2016. Visit their website www.alfred.edu/summer to details
and access the on-line application.
Hillsdale college High School Summer study and travel programs – visit www.hillsdale.edu/admissions
for details and to apply. Two week programs include options for travel abroad to England, France or
Italy.
Northwestern College Prep – summer programs designed for high school students who are ready for new
academic challenges and the experience of college life. Details can be found at
www.northwester.edu/collegeprep as well as the online application. Apply by April 15, 2016.
Boston University Summer Term High School Programs – 6 different programs to choose from to
explore student interests, preview college life, earn college credit, make new friends, and experience
Boston. This is for rising sophomores and juniors. Admission is selective and competitive. Partial
financial aid is available for the high school honors program. Visit www.bu.edu/summer/highschool for
more details and online application.
University of New England Early College Program – for high school junior and seniors. Learn about
Coastal Marine Ecology, creative poetry writing, Neuroscience, Outdoor Environmental Studies, Discrete
Math and Gaming and Pre-Law. Visit www.une.edu/earlycollege for details and online application. Or
call 207-602-2050.
Important Things to Remember All Year
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Authorization for Release of Student Records must be turned in and kept on file with Ms. Brown in the in order for
transcripts to be mailed or released to colleges, scholarship entities, military recruiters, and others.
All official transcripts must be mailed directly by the Churchill Counseling Office to the indicated destination. No
one may hand-carry an official transcript. Make sure to allow at least 5 working days for processing.
Senior Information Forms are available in the Counseling Office. This form serves as the key (next to your resume) to
help counselors and teachers become acquainted with you, especially for scholarship consideration.
Athletes must file NCAA forms online at www.ncaaclearinghouse.net
Register to take the ACT and/or SAT
Senior males must register with Selective Service within 30 days of their eighteenth birthday. Students may register
online at www.sss.gov or at the local post office.
Remember to turn in all college admission or scholarship applications at least one week before the deadline in order to
facilitate processing and mailing.
Please adhere to the Counseling Office deadlines on all scholarship applications to ensure timely processing.
Military Dependents:
Students who are military dependents are eligible for free test prep software provided by NFL football players. Also check for
Financial Aid Details. For more information, visit www.militarychild.org.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) - Complete application to determine eligibility for financial aid which
includes grants, work-study, scholarships, and student loans. Apply online at www.fafsa.edu.gov ; application available Jan. 1,
2015
Important Local Contacts
Café College is located at 131 El Paso Street, San Antonio, Texas 78204. Visit online @ www.cafecollege.org or (210) 2299900
Minnie Stevens Piper Foundation Student Aid Center - (210) 525-8494 - 1250 N.E. Loop 410, # 810
Texas A&M Prospective Student Center - (210) 212-7016 - 40 N.E. Loop 410
Texas Tech University Remigio Del Río González 10000 Research Blvd, Suite 250, Austin, TX 78759
806.834.3484 remigio.rio@ttu.edu
University of Texas at Austin Prospective Student Center - 210-804-BEVO (2386)- 4040 Broadway, Suite 310
San Antonio, Texas 78209 Open weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m
Other Information
For graduating high school seniors wanting early admission to Medical School, TAMU has the Partnership for Primary Care
Program. This is an early admissions program that guarantees a space in our College of Medicine. Students will find
information at this web address:
http://cbhec.tamhsc.edu/hcp/early-admissions/com-ppc.html
The A&M Undergraduate Universities have the JAMP program and students wishing for early acceptance to Medical School
can find information by clicking the following:
http://cbhec.tamhsc.edu/hcp/early-admissions/jamp.html
For the Baylor College of Dentistry early admission opportunities, you can check here for information:
http://cbhec.tamhsc.edu/hcp/early-admissions/cod.html
For an early admissions opportunity at the Rangel College of Pharmacy, you can check here for information:
http://cbhec.tamhsc.edu/hcp/early-admissions/cop-eao.html
To find information on all the Texas A&M Universities, you may go here and click on each schools website:
http://cbhec.tamhsc.edu/hcp/early-admissions/colleges-and-universities/index.html
For more information on the graduate school of the Texas A&M Health Science Center, you may click on the following:
http://www.tamhsc.edu/
Other information useful to parents, students, and teachers. This information can be found at the following:
http://cbhec.tamhsc.edu/hcp/early-admissions/index.html
Helpful Websites
www.SchoolSoup.com - college search and scholarships
www.fastweb.com - scholarships
www.collegefortexans.com -college preparation, career planning
www.MeritAid.com - scholarships
www.tamu.edu - Texas A&M admissions, financial aid information
http://bealonghorn.utexas.edu/freshmen - University of Texas information for prospective students
https://web1.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter/common - senior athletes planning to participate in college sports
http://www.collegeconfidential.com - chat live with reps from colleges about campuses, majors, financial aid, etc.
www.collegeweeklive.com – world’s largest college fair online
www.findtuition.com – provides free college, scholarship, and career resources to help with college planning
www.everychanceeverytexan.org/about/scholars/- Compendium of Texas Colleges and Financial Aid Calendar.
Study Abroad websites:
Ambassador Scholarships
www.rotary.org
SIT Study Abroad
www.sit.edu
Rhodes Scholarships
www.rhodesscholar.org
Institute of International Education
www.iie.org
General Scholarship Websites
Scholarships award money on the basis of merit, skill or a unique characteristic for postsecondary education. Scholarship monies do not have to be paid back.
The College and University websites are excellent sources for finding general and specific
scholarships. Other helpful websites are:
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www.fastweb.com
www.collegeboard.com
www.scholarships.com
www.salliemae.com
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www.costep.com
www.collegefortexans.com
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www.nelnet.com
Search www.google.com topics such as scholarships, Texas scholarships, Coca Cola
scholarships, Target scholarship, Ronald McDonald scholarships, etc.
At www.alamo.edu, click on “Financial Aid” then click on “Scholarships,” “Scholarship
forms,” to download the “Alamo Colleges Scholarship Application” and the Scholarship
Listing.”
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Remember you do not need an appointment to see your counselor before school, during lunch or after school.
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