September 2020
High School Student Services Update
Welcome Back!!
We hope you've all had a relaxing summer and are ready for the start of school! We are extremely excited to have so many of you back in our hallways and classrooms again! Throughout the year, we will be sharing informational newsletters with you! Please make sure you read these newsletters so you're aware of what's happening in the world of Student Services! If you have any questions, stop by to see us, email us, or give us a call!
If you are interested in making a change to your schedule, please reach out to your counselor during a study hall or your lunch period.
All add/drops must be made by September 18, 2020.
Below you will find information for students at each of the grade levels, 9-12. Keep scrolling until you find the information for your grade level!
Schedules ... Schedules ... Schedules
Schuylerville
September
Hybrid Schedule
Bell Schedule
New bell schedule for the 2020-2021 school year
BOCES Info
11th & 12th graders attending BOCES should be following this hybrid schedule
(Day 1: A-K / Day 2: L-Z)
Senior/Junior Information
College & Military Virtual Information Sessions
Visits from college / military representatives will look a little different this year ... they will be virtual! This schedule will be updated frequently, so please be sure to check your email! We will be sending out the meeting link to you ahead of time so you can register/join the event.
COLLEGE/MILITARY - DATE - TIME - LOCATION
- SUNY Plattsburgh - 9/21/20 - 10:30 am - Registration Link
- Paul Smith's College - 9/22/20 - 9:30 am - Zoom Link
- The College of Saint Rose - 9/24/20 - 9:30 am - Google Meet Link
- Air Force - 9/24/20 - 1:00 pm - Zoom Link
- Keuka College - 9/28/20 - 10 am - Google Meet
- SUNY Oneonta - 9/29/20 - 10:00 am - Registration Link
- Western New England University - 9/30/20 - 8:30 am - Zoom Link TBD
- Elmira College - 10/2020 - 11:00 am - Google Meet Link
- St John Fisher College - 10/12/20 - 3 pm - Zoom Link TBD
Upcoming Virtual College & Career Fairs
We are excited to share with you information about the Fall 2020 College & Career Series, hosted by CASDA. During this two month event, students and parents will have access to college representatives (similar to in person fairs); however, these fairs will be held via Zoom during the evenings. This series will run from September 15, 2020 through November 20, 2020. Students and parents may register here for the specific fair they are interested in. Each fair is specific to an individual college or career and will last one hour in length with time for questions. Additionally, students are being given direct access to view the college and career spotlight, which gives direct access to representatives and basic information about a college or career. Be sure to check out these two great resources right at your finger tips!
If you're looking to learn more about Canadian universities and colleges, save the date - Tuesday, October 6 for the EduCanada Virtual Fair! More details, including registration links to each event, will be coming soon.
SUNY Virtual College Fairs
Do you have questions about financial aid, the EOP program and/or the offerings of nearly 60 SUNY campuses? Get them answered by attending a virtual SUNY College Fair. Dates/times are below:
Tuesday, September 29, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Thursday, October 1, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Friday, October 2, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Saturday, October 3, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Saturday, October 3, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Scholarships
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship: eligible applicants must be a US Citizen; however, they do not need to be related to a member of the Elks; applicants will be judged based on on leadership, financial need, and scholarship. Deadline: November 15, 2020
Elks Legacy Awards: eligible applicants must be a child or grandchild of a living Elk member in good standing; more information can be found online. Deadline: February 5, 2021
Boston University Trustee Scholarship: eligible applicants rank at the top of their class and are strong leaders in both their school and their community. If interested in applying, students must submit their application for admission to Boston University, along with the Trustee Scholarship essay, by December 1, 2020.
The Spirit of Prudential Community Award: this award program celebrates volunteerism! If you are in grades 5-12 and have participated in a volunteer activity in the last year, you are eligible to apply for this award. Students must complete and submit an online application to their school counselor/principal by November 5, 2020. Please see your counselor for more information!
SAT/ACT Testing Information:
The SAT and the ACT will be offered on the following (Saturday) national testing dates. The cost of the SAT without the essay is $52; the cost of the SAT with the essay is $68. The ACT has a basic fee of $55.00, with an optional writing test (cost with writing is $70.00). If the cost of these tests presents a hardship, you may be eligible for a fee waiver. Please check with Mrs. Rust or Mrs. O'Brien.
Test Date (Registration Deadline)
November 7th (October 7th)
December 5th (November 5th)
March 13th (February 12th)
May 8th (April 8th)
June 5th (May 6th)
Test Date (Registration Deadline)
October 10th (September 25th)
October 17th (September 25th)
October 24th (September 25th)
October 25th (September 25th)^
December 12th (November 6th)
February 6th (January 8th)
April 17th (March 12th)
June 12th (May 7th)
July 17th (June 18th)*
^Sunday test date
*No test center in New York
For students taking a class through SUNY Adirondack, HVCC, or FMCC:
You recently received information (via email or in class) regarding course registration, as well as instructions on how to obtain a Certificate of Residency (COR). Please be advised, registration forms are due back to Student Services ASAP and the COR's are due back to Student Services by September 23, 2020.
For students taking an Advanced Placement (AP Course):
Students who are enrolled in an AP course during the 2020-2021 school year are required to pay for each AP exam they take in May of 2021 at the conclusion of the course. The fee for each exam is $95.00. If you receive free/reduced meals, please email to Ms. Bean for the reduced exam fee. Payment for all AP exams is due September 28, 2020; however, if you would like to make two payments, you may do so. The following dates must be adhered to:
September 28, 2020 - first half of the total amount for exams taken
October 26, 2020 - second half of the total amount for exams taken
Checks may be made out to Schuylerville Central School and be given to Mrs. Lyon in Student Services.
Junior Year Planning
With your Junior year underway, you are one step closer to graduation and that inevitable question ... "What will I do with my life?" The first thing to do is begin planning NOW! Your Junior year is the time to brainstorm plans regarding your future (if you haven't already started).
Where should you begin?
- Research careers and/or colleges you are interested in and relate this information to your interests, academic aptitudes, school courses, grades, and any specific talents you may have.
- Meet with college admissions and military representatives who have set up virtual meetings this fall (see the schedule of upcoming visits listed above and check your email for updates).
- Utilize the internet to access college admission and financial aid information.
- Speak with Mrs. O'Brien and Mrs. Rust to become familiar with the various sources of career, military, and/or college information.
- Overall high school academic record and rigor of courses (strength of your schedule)
- GPA (Grade Point Average)
- Class Rank
- SAT/ACT scores
- Activities, athletics, clubs, and community service
PSAT Information for Juniors
One of the best ways to prepare for the upcoming SAT is by taking the PSAT (Preliminary SAT). The PSAT will be offered on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at 8:00 am in the High School.
Please see Mrs. Lyon in Student Services by September 28th to register for the PSAT! The fee is $17 and checks may be made out to SCS.
Please remember that by taking the PSAT you can:
- Prepare for the upcoming SAT.
- Assess your critical reading, writing, language, and math skills.
- Gain access to Khan Academy, which provides you with free and personalized practice for the SAT.
- Receive specific suggestions on how to improve your academic skills.
- Compete for scholarships (ie: National Merit Scholarship Corporation Competition).
- Get started on the college search process.
Hosted by CASDA
More information above.
Stay Safe!
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship
More information above.
Freshman/Sophomore Information
Find out about SCS on SchoolMessenger
The district has moved to a new communication and mass notification system called SchoolMessenger, which will continue to provide families with important announcements and alerts via email and text messages. Parents must opt in due to federal laws and regulations. If you have not already opted in or if you have any questions, please contact the district’s Communications Director, Taryn Kane, at kanet@schuylerville.org.
Student Services
Mrs. Tracy Lyon, Secretary
(518) 695-2256. ext 2239
School Counselor Contact Information
Mrs. O’Brien (A-G, Grade 9; A-L, Grades 10-12)
Ms. Bean (H-L, Grade 9; Career Education & AP Coordinator)
Mrs. Rust (M-Z, Grades 9-12)
Email: rusts@schuylerville.org
Website: www.schuylervilleschools.org
Location: 14 Spring St, Schuylerville, NY, USA
Phone: (518) 695-3255