Guidance Newsletter
October 2012
College Admission Rep Visits at Barr-Reeve
*All visits will take place during high school homeroom in Mrs. O’Brian’s room.
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
VU Jasper
Monday, October 22, 2012
Manchester University
Other Important Dates
Thursday, October 11, 2012
First grading period ends
Friday, October 12, 2012
FALL BREAK – NO SCHOOL
Monday, October 15, 2012
FALL BREAK – NO SCHOOL
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Report Cards
Friday, October 19, 2012
Seniors selling Yearbook Ads
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Campus visit to VU (All seniors)
I-69 Tour
November 1, 2012
Deadline to sign up for Dec. 1st SAT
November 2, 2012
Deadline to sign up for Dec. 8th ACT
Guidance Announcements
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We will be taking all seniors for a campus visit to Vincennes University on Thursday, October 25 th.
We will leave school at approximately 8:15am. We will have an Admissions Presentation,
campus tour, and eat lunch in the dining center. Many thanks to Vincennes University as they
are paying for our transportation and food!! In the afternoon, seniors will get the unique
opportunity to meet with INDOT officials in regard to jobs and careers related to I-69. We will
also get to drive the bus on the I-69 corridor!! Students are welcome to bring their cameras for
this memorable experience!!
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We have developed a ‘2012-2013 Scholarship Booklet’ for students and parents. This is a
compilation of all the scholarships that came through the guidance office last year and what we
expect to be available this school year. The Scholarship Booklet can be found on our website at
www.barr.k12.in.us under ‘Middle/High School’ then ‘Guidance’ then ‘Scholarships’. It is a link at
the top of the page ‘2012-2013 Scholarship Booklet’ Check it out! Many thanks to Lynnette
Gerkin for her hard work in putting this together!
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LearnMoreIndiana hosted a webinar on ‘College Application Frequently Asked Questions’ for
students and parents during CollegeGO Week. To view this informative webinar visit
www.learnmoreindiana.org/webinars.
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Here are a few websites that will help to explore scholarships and financial aid opportunities.
www.fastweb.com, www.fafsa.ed.gov, www.finaid.org/state, www.studentaid.ed.gov,
www.studentaid.ed.gov/guide, and www.finaid.org/calculators.
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Need help choosing a major or career? Visit these websites to get some assistance.
www.monstercollege.com, www.stats.bls.gov, www.bls.gov/oco.
College Announcements
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The early action deadline for University of Evansville is December 1, 2012. Students interested in
the physical therapy direct entry program need to apply by November 1, 2012. If you apply
online your application fee is waived. The website is www.evansville.edu/apply or
www.commonapp.org.
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Indiana State University School of Music offers the following undergraduate majors: music
education, music business, performance, composition, music/liberal arts, and piano pedagogy.
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Juniors: University of Indianapolis is hosting the Lugar Symposium on December 8, 2012. This is a
leadership seminar and we may nominate one junior from Barr-Reeve to attend with other
juniors from around the state. This is a great experience for anyone interested in learning more
about leadership, civics, and current events. For more information on the event and to be
nominated, see Mrs. Sward.
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Valparaiso University is hosting summer programs for high school students. Some of the summer
programs include robotics, animation and gaming, and engineering. For more information visit
valpo.edu/global.
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Oakland City University is offering new online programs in business and criminal justice. OCU
provides an environment grounded in Christian beliefs, developing students’ minds,
academically, their hearts, spiritually, and their hands in a desire to lead in service.
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Illinois Wesleyan University’s School of Music offers degree programs in Music Performance,
Music, Music in Composition, Music Education (Vocal or Instrumental). For more info, visit
www.iwu.edu/music.
College Preview Days/Open Houses
*Students are allowed two days of college visitations during their senior year and one day during their junior year.
It is the responsibility of the student/parent to set up an individual college visit. To do so, you should contact the
Admissions Office at the particular university at least 2 weeks prior to the date you would like to visit. Students
must have proper paperwork (2 forms) on file in the guidance office for the absence to be excused and not count
as an absence.
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Oakland City University is hosting an Open House for interested students on Saturday, October
To register, visit www.oak.edu or call 1-800-737-5125.
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Illinois Wesleyan University School of Music will have audition dates November 10th, January 12th,
February 9th, and February 23rd. To schedule a visit or audition, contact Laura Dolan, Music Admissions
Coordinator at 309-556-3063 or ldolan@iwu.edu.
The College of Technology at Purdue University is hosting Windows of Opportunity for Women in
Technology (WOWiT) on Saturday, October 20, 2012 for girls in Project Lead the Way classes. The
purpose of the program is to introduce high school students, especially females, to the College of
Technology and all its possibilities. For more information please visit
http://www.tech.purdue.edu/camps/WOWiT or see Mrs. Sward.
Marian University Indianapolis will be hosting a Preview Day on Saturday, October 13th; Experience
Business Day on Monday, October 22nd; Nursing Encounter Day on Friday, November 9 th Register at
www.marian.edu or call 1-800-772-7264.
The Diesel Equipment Technology Program at Wabash Valley College is hosting Diesel Day on October
17, 2012. The event will start at 8 a.m. and end at about 2:30 p.m. and will include lunch and hands on
opportunities for students. If you are interested, see Mrs. Sward about registration by September 28,
2012.
ITT Technical Institute is having an open house for high school seniors to inform them about the many
opportunities that ITT Tech has to offer. The open house is on Saturday, October 13th from 10 am - 1pm.
Please visit the Guidance office for more information.
University of Indianapolis will be hosting High School Day on Saturday, October 27th for high school
juniors and seniors interested in learning more about U of I. Registration begins at 9am. Students can
rsvp at http://admissions.uindy.edu/rsvp/highschoolday. Everything, including lunch, is FREE!
University of Southern Indiana will host ‘Accounting Day’ on Friday, October 26th from 9:00am (Central
Time) until 1:00pm. Accounting Day is for high school students interested in an accounting career. The
event allows students to learn more about USI’s Accounting Department, but also about related
opportunities in the accounting profession. Lunch is provided. To register call 812-464-1765 or 1-800467-1965 by October 22nd.
University of Southern Indiana: USI will be hosting Southern Hospitality Days on numerous dates this
fall and next spring. The dates are: October 13, October 27, November 10, February 2, February 16,
March 2, and April 6. Please visit www.usi.edu/admissn/visit.asp or enroll@usi.edu to register.
Vincennes University: VU will be hosting PreVU days on October 19, October 20, November 16 or
November 17. Explore classes and career choices, tour campus, meet faculty and staff, and enjoy a free
lunch! Visit www.vinu.edu/prevu or call 1-800-742-9198 to register.
Indiana University: IU offers Discover IU days Monday through Friday most week days of the year and
on many Saturdays. Call (812) 855-0661 to schedule an appointment.
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Rose-Hulman: Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology offers individual visit days throughout the week.
To schedule a visit, it is best to request the date you wish to attend two weeks ahead of time. You can
register online or call 800-248-7448.
Indiana State University: ISU has scheduled Sycamore Preview Days for October 8, November 12,
January 29, February 18, and April 20. To register, call 1-800-GO-TO-ISU or online www.indstate.edu.
University Of Evansville: U of E has scheduled several open houses for prospective students. Upcoming
dates for these events are October 13, November 10, January 21, March 16, and April 6. If you are
interested in attending, register online at admission@evansville.edu.
Purdue University: Purdue will host Fall Preview Days on October 17th , 19th, 25th, and Nov. 5th. To RSVP,
please visit http://admissions.purdue.edu/Visit_Programs/Fall_Preview_Days.html.
Trine University: Trine will be hosting campus visit days on October 6, November 3, December 1,
January 26, February 18th and 24th, March 16th and 23rd, and April 26 . Please visit
http://trine.edu/visitday to register.
IUPUI invites you to attend “Dental Days” on Saturday, November 17, 2012. Students interested in
dentistry, dental hygiene, or dental assisting may find it very beneficial to attend. Dental Days will be
held at 9:00 AM at the Indiana University School of Dentistry on the IUPUI campus. Individuals must
register to attend at www.iusd.iupui.edu.
Wabash Valley College will be hosting a regional college fair on November 7, 2012 from 6-8 p.m. It will
be located in the Spencer Sports Center.
Emory University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, University of Norte Dame, and University
of Virginia are hosting a special program on October 8 at 7 p.m. The evening will be an introduction to
their respective institutions and a discussion of their admission and financial aid processes. The event is
located at the Indianapolis Marriott East. To RSVP visit http://tinyurl.com/eveningprogram.
Indiana State University School of Music auditions for admission and scholarship consideration will be
on the following dates: November 5, January 28, February 8, 9, and 18.
Indiana State University’s music career days will be on November 5 and February 8.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
*For a complete listing of scholarships please visit www.barr.k12.in.us. Click on ‘Middle/High
School’…’Guidance’….’Scholarships’. New scholarships are listed below.
VU Middle Income Scholarship
Award:
$1,250 per year
School:
Vincennes Universtiy
Criteria:
Must have an adjusted gross income of less than $75,000, not eligible for state or federal
grant funds, must complete the FAFSA and scholarship application. Contact VU at 1-800742-9198 or see Mrs. Sward for more info.
Deadline:
January 15, 2012
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Vincennes University Academic Honors Scholarship
Award:
$1,250 per year
School:
Vincennes Universtiy
Criteria:
Must graduate from high school with an Academic Honors Diploma. Must complete VU
scholarship application.
Deadline:
January 15, 2012
Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarship
Award:
Varies
School:
Any
Criteria:
Must be a high school senior who is a U.S. citizen. To apply visit
www.elks.org/enf/scholars
Deadline:
December 7, 2012
Elks National Foundation Scholarships for Elks Families
Award:
$4,000
School:
Any
Criteria:
Attend a U.S. college or university as a full time student, demonstrate financial need, and
be unmarried and under the age of 23 as of December 31st. For more information or to
apply visit www.elks.org/enf/scholars.
Deadline:
February 1, 2013
Gongaware Scholarship
Award:
$30,000, wireless laptop, and a $3,000 professional development account
School:
Indiana State University
Criteria:
Be ranked in the top 10% of graduating class, have a 1500 on SAT, have a 3.5 out of 4.0
GPA. To be nominated, please see Mrs. Sward by October 21st.
Deadline:
December 1, 2012
C. Eugene Cato Memorial Scholarship
Award:
$2,500
School:
Any
Criteria:
Must be a senior who has received at least one varsity letter in an IHSAA program,
nominated by the principal, has a grade point average of a 3.0, and must not have had
any violations of his/her school’s athletic code of conduct. If interested, see Mrs. Sward.
Deadline:
January 11, 2013
John F. Kennedy Profiles in Courage Essay Contest
Award:
Varies
School:
Any
Criteria:
This essay contest is open to any U.S. students in grades 9-12. Essays must describe an
act of political courage by a U.S. elected official that occurred during or after 1956, the
publication date of Profiles in Courage. For more information, please visit
www.jfklibrary.org.
Deadline:
January 5, 2013
American Legion Family Scholarship
Award:
$1,000 annually (3 awards are given each year)
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School:
Major:
Criteria:
Deadline:
Any
Any
Eligibility for the American Legion Family Scholarship is open to the children and
grandchildren of current paid members of The American Legion, American Legion
Auxiliary, and the Sons of The American Legion; and the children and grandchildren of
members who are deceased and who, at the time of death, were current paid members
of the above organizations. An application is available online at
www.hoosierlegionnaire.org. Applicants are required to write an essay, complete the
application, and include their high school transcript.
April 1st
Illinois Wesleyan University Music Majors Scholarships
Award:
$8,000-$19,000 (Limited number of Director’s Scholarships $30,000 plus)
School:
Illinois Wesleyan University
Major:
Music majors
Criteria:
Renewable scholarships; must be majoring in music and attending IWU. For more
information visit www.iwu.edu/music.
Deadline:
Not listed
Illinois Wesleyan University Non-Music Majors Scholarships
Award:
$500 per year
School:
Illinois Wesleyan University
Major:
Any major @ IWU
Criteria:
Renewable Jennings Scholarships per year plus free lessons for non-music majors! Visit
www.iwu.edu/music to learn more!
Deadline:
Not listed
University of Evansville Scholarships
Award:
Varies
School:
University of Evansville
Criteria:
There are several scholarships that UE offers. Visit www.evansville.edu/admission for
more information on the scholarships.
Deadline:
Varies; See website
TESTING INFORMATION
2012-2013 SAT DATES:
Test Date:
November 3
December 1
January 26
March 9
May 4
June 1
Regular Registration Deadline:
October 4
November 1
December 28
February 8
April 5
May 2
Late Registration Deadline:
October 19
November 16
January 11
February 22
April 19
May 17
2012-2013 ACT DATES:
Test Date:
December 8
February 9
April 13
June 8
Regular Registration Deadline:
November 2
January 11
March 8
May 3
Late Registration Deadline:
November 16
January 18
March 22
May 17
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course that will provide help with taking standardized tests, and improve math, language arts, and
science skills. March 2 Success is a free program. To start your own test prep check out
www.March2Success.com!
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Remember if you are a 21st Century Scholar or in Project Aspire, you can get a fee waiver for the $50
test registration fee. Please see Mrs. Sward or the Project Aspire representatives to obtain a fee
waiver.
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To register for the SAT please visit sat.collegeboard.org/register
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To register for the ACT please visit www.actstudent.org
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Barr-Reeve CEEB Code to register is 152-395.
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Visit the SAT practice site at sat.collegeboard.org/practice for a multitude of free resources!
SAT preparation workshop for college-bound high school students will be offered at the Martin
County Learning Center by Karen Whorrall. This class will assist preparing students in securing
competitively high scores for placement. This workshop is scheduled on Wednesdays, Oct. 10
through Oct. 31 from 7-9pm. Cost for the session is $25.00. For registration or further information,
contact Kris at 812-295-2674.