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Class of 2024
6/2/23 | College & Career Center Newsletter
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Framingham State University
The following courses will be offered this summer to Framingham High School students via Framingham State University. These college level courses are FREE. Please register, by using the link below, as soon as possible.
1. Introduction to Statistics
2. Introduction to Biological Science (with online Lab)
3. Graphic Novels
4. Cultural Anthropology
5. Introduction to Archaeology
Registration link with details information about courses
Cybersecurity Workshop @ MBCC | 6/27-6/29
MassBay is holding a Cybersecurity workshop at their Wellesley, MA campus in June for high school students. This workshop is open to current sophomores, juniors and seniors. These hands-on workshops will be fun and give students a chance to learn about the exploding field of cybersecurity, and will run from 6/27-6/29 daily from 10am-1pm. Scan the code to register, or email Elaine Rosenburg (erosenburg@massbay.edu) with any questions.
MBCC iCREAT (ET111) | 7/17-7/28
two-week iCREAT (ET111) course for selected high school students this summer, July 17-28. This is a three-credit college course and will introduce students to Coding, Robotics, Engineering and Technology. It will be held on the Wellesley Hills campus.
The flyer for the program is below and there is link and QR code on the flyer for students to register. *This class is for underserved students - please note the criteria for enrollment. Completing the registration form does not guarantee enrollment. Note: The deadline to apply has been extended to May 31st.
Questions? Please email Valerie Kapilow, Director of STEM Starter Academy at MassBay: vkapilow@massbay.edu.
Massbay Automotive Bootcamp | July 10-27th
Who: Current Seniors or rising Juniors and Seniors
What: A positive, inspiring hands-on experience in the automotive industry. The workshops are held in the same classrooms and laboratories as the full-time students and led by experienced automotive faculty. These workshops aim to teach potential automotive scholars how they can be successful and self-sufficient working in a profitable and gratifying environment.
Where: Mass Bay Ashland Campus
When: July 10-27; Monday-Thursday
Time: 8 am - 3 pm
Why: Students will earn a $1500 Stipend if they complete the programYouth Police Academy | 7/24-7/28
IMPORTANT NEWS: YOUTH ACADEMY ONLINE REGISTRATION & WAIVER FORM IS AVAILABLE! Admission to the Framingham Youth Police Academy is open to Framingham residents, students within the Framingham & Keefe Tech School Districts, and immediate family members of the Framingham Police Department.
Students will be eligible if they are entering the 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grades in the Fall of 2023, and will not turn 18 before July 24, 2023. Admission will be granted on a first come first serve basis. There is no cost for the program. Many families take vacations during the summer months and applicants must be available for the entire week. We are expecting the class to fill up rapidly, so only applicants willing to commit to the entire program will be considered.
The 2023 Framingham Youth Police Academy is scheduled for the week of July 24th – 28th with graduation on Friday, July 28th at 2:30 pm. Location TBA. APPLY HERE!
Youth in Philanthropy - register now!
Youth in Philanthropy (YIP) is a leadership development program and experiential opportunity that encourages students to take an active role in improving the lives of others in our community. The Foundation will offer three programs this fall, including a new Framingham-based program, and two programs in the spring of 2024. Students meet one evening a week, 7:00-8:30pm during the YIP Semester. Questions? Contact Matt Jose, Program Officer.
Fall Programs (September 2023 - January 2024): Apply Now!
- YIP Framingham | Wednesdays | Open to all MetroWest students
- YIP Natick |Thursdays | Open to all MetroWest students
Spring Programs (January 2024 - May 2024): Apply Now!
- YIP Sudbury | Tuesdays | Open to all MetroWest students
- YIP Wellesley | Thursdays | For students living or learning in Wellesley
RESEARCHING COLLEGES + POSTSECONDARY RESOURCES
Ms. Erikson has created Canvas pages to help you explore information and resources related
to the college search + application process and answer commonly asked questions. Check
them out below:
- The College Search
- The College Application Process
- Mass Bay / community college
- Standardized Testing
- Military
- Alternative Pathways --> e.g. gap years; trade/apprenticeship programs; internships
The Common Application
The COLLEGE APPLICATION is the backbone of all of the information a college/university needs to know about you to assess if you'd be a good fit for their school. The majority of schools use the Common Application as their application portal. Some schools have an application portal built into their website, and other schools use an application portal called the Coalition App (similar to the Common App; see schools that use the Coalition App here). Creating an account on any of these portals is free, but most colleges/universities have a cost associated with applying. All applications are created and submitted online.
The Common App will open for the Class of 2024 on August 1, 2023!
For step-by-step directions about applying to college and FAQs, please visit Ms. Erikson's 'The College Application' Canvas page.
College Fairs
Nationwide Summer Virtual College Fairs | 6/26 - 7/1
Event Details:
Name: Nationwide Virtual College Fair
Date: June 26th - July 1st (Students can register asap)
Time: 24 hours a day
Platform: Online at www.collegefairsonline.com
Why Attend? Our Virtual College Fair brings together a diverse range of universities, colleges, and educational institutions from across the nation. This platform offers students an opportunity to explore various academic programs, engage with admissions representatives, and gain insights into college life – all from the comfort of their own homes.
Registration: Participation in the Virtual College Fair is completely free of charge. To register, interested students simply need to visit our website www.collegefairsonline.com/students and complete the online registration form. The registration process is quick and straightforward, ensuring that students can secure their spot without any hassle.
NEACAC College Fairs
2023 NEACAC Spring College Fairs: REGISTER HERE!
NEACAC College Fairs will be running beginning May 9th and at various dates/locations throughout June 5th (throughout New England). Early Bird registration ends Friday, April 7th. Registration for college and university representatives closes 2 weeks before the fair date. Students do not need to register. We hope you can join us!
Exhibitor Guidelines can be found here.
Please email admin@neacac.org with any questions about the NEACAC College Fairs.
Fall SAT dates are now open!
Register for the SAT on College Board: https://www.collegeboard.org/
Upcoming Practice Exams for FHS Students
- Digital PSAT/NMSQT Practice Exam | FREE
Saturday, September 9, 2023 | 12:00 PM EDT | Online -
SEE DETAILS + REGISTER
- ACT Practice Exam | FREE
Saturday, September 30, 2023 | 12:00 PM EDT | Online -
SEE DETAILS + REGISTER
Online SAT/ACT Practice Tests with StudyPoint
Improve Your SAT or ACT Score From Home Free Virtual Practice Tests Every Week! Students who are looking to get a head start on preparing for the SAT or ACT should also check out our free virtual SAT and ACT practice tests. Click here to view our practice test dates and register.
SAT Fee Waivers
Do you have free/reduced lunch and/or receive any financial assistance? If so, you qualify for a SAT fee waiver! A fee waiver covers the cost of up to two SAT tests and three SAT Subject Tests. It will also cover submitting college applications through the Common Application. If you need an SAT or ACT fee waiver please contact school counselor.
Test Optional Colleges
Test optional means that a school does not require SAT or ACT scores as a part of your application. Over 1,000 colleges and universities are test optional. Find a complete list at www.fairtest.org!
TOEFL Exams
Understanding Financial Aid Mini Workshops
- Webinar #1: Lowering the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) helps you qualify for more grants and scholarships for college. Unfortunately, even though there are hundreds of ways to lower the EFC, most people just don’t know how. CLICK HERE to download the recording.
- Webinar #2: The Importance of an Education: Does a College Education Pay Off? CLICK HERE to download the recording.
- Webinar #3: Beating the High Cost of College. CLICK HERE to download the recording.
- Webinar #4: FAFSA: How much aid is available? CLICK HERE to download the recording.
- Webinar #5: Calculating the EFC: 4 factors that determine your EFC. CLICK HERE to download the recording.
Need a WORK PERMIT?
1) Take a form from your house/academy or access work permits online using the QR code below
2) Your employer should fill out the "Promise of Employment" Section
3) On page two, you can skip the "Physician’s Certificate of Health" section if you are older than 15. If not, your doctor must fill it out.
4) Your parents/guardians need to fill out/sign #4
5) You sign #5
6) When all that is filled out, please hand your house/academy office assistant - please include your hair and eye color
We will try our best to process it by the end of the day!
ASVAB + RECRUITER INFO
Check out the Military Canvas module for more information and to find the local recruiter for the following branches:
- U.S. Army & Army Reserves | Army National Guard
- U.S. Air Force | Air National Guard
- U.S. Coast Guard
- U.S. Marine Corps
- U.S. Navy
Upcoming ASVAB tests at FHS- There will be two ASVAB tests scheduled at the high school (one in the fall and one in the spring) for students interested in the military. Please find the dates/times below.
- Wednesday, November 30th at 7:30am -- CLOSED.
- Wednesday, April 5th 2023 at 7:30am -- CLOSED.
Other Upcoming Events
MTTI Info Session on 6/28 (virtual) | reservations required
MTTI is offering a Free Live Virtual Information Session:
Via ZOOM Session on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 from 6PM to 7PM
Hear about program offerings, including:
- Admissions Application Process
- Tuition and Financial Aid
- Short-term Training (30 weeks)
- Hands-on Activities
- Employment Assistance and Placement Rates
Reservations Required – please share this email with students to request a ZOOM Invite - students should email: rshaw@mtti.edu with the following information:
- Subject Line: MTTI Info Session
- Body of email: FirstName LastName
- High School Name
- Program of Interest – programs can be viewed at www.mtti.edu
- Best phone to be contacted
Want to get in touch with me?
Mrs. Erikson, College & Career Counselor, K018
College & Career Center, Room K005
Monday - Friday | 7:00am-2:15pm
Should a parent/guardian wish to meet with me, I am available by appointment only. Appointments can be made by calling/emailing the phone number and email below.
Rachel Erikson (She/Her/Hers)
+1 (508)782-7688 | rerikson@framingham.k12.ma.us
115 A Street Framingham, MA 01701
Framingham High School
Website: https://www.framingham.k12.ma.us/Domain/11
Location: 115 A Street, Framingham, MA, USA
Phone: (508) 620-4963
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