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Senior Updates

October 2019

Senior UpdatesOctober 2019

APPLYING EARLY ACTION OR EARLY DECISION?

If you are applying Early Action or Early Decision with a deadline of November 1st or November 15th, please be sure to see your counselor ASAP to review your application and submission of materials!

APPLICATION ESSAY ... TIPS TO MAKE YOUR ESSAY STAND OUT AMONG THE CROWD!

Your college essay is the purest part of your application! Here are some tips to set yours apart:
  1. Be sure to tell a story that grabs the readers attention and engages them!
  2. Be truthful and represent yourself in the best way possible; be passionate and personal.
  3. Tell the reader something they can't gain from reviewing your application.
  4. Use simple language and tone; correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation are a must.
  5. Write a rough draft ... revise it ... edit it ... proofread it ... polish it ... then submit it!

INSTANT ADMIT DAYS!

Two local community colleges will be participating in an "Instant Admission Day" right at our high school!! During these events, students can apply and be accepted in the same day ... and all application fees will be waived! Be sure to stop by Student Services to sign up and learn how to complete your application before the Instant Admit Day!

Hudson Valley Community College: November 18, 2019

SUNY Adirondack: November 21, 2019 at 11 AM

COLLEGE/MILITARY VISITS

Please be sure to check out the list of upcoming visits from College Admission Reps/Military Recruiters. Please see Mrs. Lyon for a pass if you are interested in meeting with them and learning more!


Clarkson University - 10/24/19 @ 11:30 am

SUNY Albany - 10/28/19 @ 9:00 am

SUNY New Paltz - 10/29/19 @ 9:00 am

Maria College - 10/29/19 @ 10:30 am

Western New England University - 10/30/19 @ 10:00 am

Utica College - 10/30/19 @ 11:30 am

SUNY Brockport - 10/30/19 @ 1:30 pm

Airforce - 1/14/20 @ 10:00 am

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Explore Healthcare Careers ...

The High School to Healthcare info session will be held on Tuesday, November 5th from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the Glens Falls Hospital Community Learning Center. During this informative event, students will hear from professionals who are passionate about what they do. Students will learn about various careers in healthcare, have a chance to speak with nurses and other health professionals, and speak with local colleges about healthcare related degree programs.
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SUNY FINANCIAL AID DAYS

If you're looking for assistance with completing the FAFSA or if you want answers to questions about the various types of financial aid and how the award process works, be sure to attend one of the SUNY Financial Aid Day workshops in our area. SUNY Adirondack will host a workshop on Saturday, November 9th and HVCC will host a workshop on Saturday November 16th. During the workshop, participants will be able to receive assistance with completing the FAFSA on the web. Please be sure to register online to secure your spot.
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Performing Arts College Fair

You are invited to attend South Glens Falls High School's first annual Performing Arts College Fair. Representatives from 15 colleges and conservatories will be there to offer information about their music, theatre and dance degree offerings.


When: October 25th; 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Where: South Glens Falls High School


Students and families from surrounding school districts are welcome to attend!

THE FAFSA IS NOW AVAILABLE!

Now that October is upon us, families may begin working on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). A student's FAFSA will be processed online and will require an electronic signature (FSA ID). Two FSA ID's will be needed (one for the parent/guardian and one for the student). For some types of aid, the earlier you can apply, the better!


If applying to schools in New York State, you will also want to apply for TAP (Tuition Assistance Program). The easiest way to apply for TAP is through the FAFSA. You can link directly to the TAP application from the FAFSA submission confirmation page.


If you exit the FAFSA before completing the TAP application, you will receive an email from HESC (Higher Education Services Corporation) with directions on how to complete the TAP application online.

SCHOLARSHIPS ARE STARTING TO TRICKLE IN ...

Remember to continually check the Scholarships Page through our Student Services website. You can connect to this page here. This page will be updated throughout the school year as new scholarships become available ...
  • NHS Scholarship: eligible applicants are seniors in good standing who are members of National Honor Society. Please see Mrs. McKinley for the application.

  • The New York Credit Union Association Scholarship: Eligible applicants must be a member in good standing of a participating New York credit union. Judging will be based on both subjective criteria and weighted, objective criteria. These include academic achievements, extracurricular and community activities, essay, etc. Deadline: January 10, 2020

  • Violet Richardson Award: given by the Soroptimist International of Saratoga County to celebrate young women between the ages of 14-18 for their volunteerism. The SISC will give priority to those who have demonstrated the ability to identify a problem and created a solution to solve it (i.e.: fighting drugs, crime, and violence; focusing on environmental issues; etc.). Applicants who have shown significant accomplishments in volunteerism will also be highly considered. Applications can be found online. Deadline: December 31, 2019.

  • 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 one additional essay, by December 1, 2019.

  • Elks Foundation - 2020 Most Valuable Student: A scholarship opportunity available for students who demonstrate scholarship, leadership, and financial need. Applications are currently available online. Deadline: November 5, 2019

  • Elks Legacy Awards: Eligible applicants must be a child or grandchild of a living Elk member in good standing who joined the order on or before April 1, 2017. More information can be found online. Deadline: January 31, 2020

  • John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest: eligible applicants must submit an essay of 700-1000 words (with five sources) describing an act of political courage (at the local, state, or national level) by a U.S. elected official who served during or after 1917. More detailed essay contest information can be found online. Deadline: January 18, 2019

  • The American Legion "A Constitutional Speech Contest": the purpose of the Oratorical Scholarship Program Speech Contest is to develop knowledge and appreciation of the United State's Constitution. Scholarship money is available depending on the level of advancement a student makes through the contest. Prepared speeches are required to be no less than 8 minutes yet no greater than 10 minutes in length and must be memorized by the student and then presented to an audience. Speeches and an application form are due by November 16, 2019. Applications are available in Student Services.
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STUDENT SERVICES

Please remember, the end of the First Quarter is November 1st! First quarter grades will likely need to be submitted to colleges to go along with applications, so keep working hard! Please contact Student Services with questions or concerns!

Mrs. O'Brien, Grades 9-12 (A-L)

Mrs. Rust, Grade 9-12 (M-Z)

Mrs. Lyon, Student Services Secretary

Email: rusts@schuylerville.org
Website: www.schuylervilleschools.org
Location: 14 Spring Street, Schuylerville, NY, USA
Phone: (518) 695-3255