September 2019

We hope you've all had a great first few weeks of school! 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 your counselor or give us a call!

Below you will find information for students at each of the grade levels, 9-12. Please keep scrolling until you find the information for your grade level!

Juniors and Seniors interested in meeting with any of the college/military representatives visiting our school this fall MUST sign up in advance with Mrs. Lyon in Student Services. Below, please find the visitation schedule (this schedule changes frequently, so please continue to pay attention to the morning/tv announcements, as well as the list posted on the Student Services bulletin board).

September 23, 2019 @ 9:00 am - Hartwick College

September 24, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - Paul Smith's College

September 25, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - Washington College

September 26, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - Becker College

September 27, 2019 @ 8:45 am - LeMoyne College

September 27, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - SUNY Potsdam

September 30, 2019 @ 12:00 pm - Merrimack College

October 1, 2019 @ 8:30 am - St. Lawrence

October 1, 2019 @ 10:30 am - Kings College

October 1, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - Johnson & Wales University

October 2, 2019 @ 12:30 pm - Russell Sage College

October 8, 2019 @ 10 :00 am - St. John Fisher College

October 10, 2019 @ 1:15 pm - SUNY Oneonta

October 15, 2019 @ 11:45 am - SUNY Geneseo

October 17, 2019 @ 11:00 am - SUNY Canton

October 18, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - North Country Community College

October 23, 2019 @ 10:30 am - Keuka College

October 24, 2019 @ 11:30 am - Clarkson University

October 28, 2019 @ 9:00 am - SUNY Albany

October 29, 2019 @ 9:00 am - SUNY New Paltz

October 29, 2019 @ 10:30 am - Maria College

October 30, 2019 @ 10:00 am - Western New England College

October 30, 2019 @ 11:30 am - Utica College

October 30, 2019 @ 1:30 pm - SUNY Brockport

November 11, 2019 @ 8:30 am - HVCC Instant Admit Day

We will be hosting our annual College Financial Aid Night on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 at 6:30 pm in the High School Library. The guest speaker for the evening will be Michele Sprague, Assistant Director of Financial Aid at SUNY Adirondack. Ms. Sprague will be on hand to define financial aid terms, and explain the financial aid process. She will review the 2020-2021 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) that students and parents will need to fill out in order to determine financial aid eligibility.

This will be an informative and helpful program. All seniors and their parents are encouraged to attend. Parents of juniors are also welcome to attend. Although this program is not designed as a financial planning seminar, it can be helpful to parents of juniors who are interested in getting a jump-start on learning how to navigate through the financial aid process. Please feel free to call us if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you on October 8th!

SUNY Financial Aid Days

If you have questions about the financial aid application, the types of aid available, and/or the award process, be sure to attend one of the SUNY Financial Aid Days in our area! These events are FREE and open to all prospective college students. Register online or by calling 1.800.342.3811

Saturday - November 16, 2019 @ HVCC (9:00 am)

On Thursday, October 8th from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, there will be a Fall College Night hosted at SUNY Adirondack. This is a great opportunity for high school students to meet with representatives from both public and private, 2 and 4 year colleges/universities from all over the northeast. This program is open to all high school students and families. Plenty of parking is available! See your high school counselor for more information.

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, 2019.

Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship: eligible applicants must be a US Citizen (applicants do not need to be related to a member of the Elks); applicants will be judged based on leadership, financial need, and scholarship. Deadline: November 5, 2019

Elks Legacy Awards: eligible applicants must be a child or grandchild of a living Elk member in good standing; applicants must have taken the SAT or ACT by 12/21/19; more information can be found online. Deadline: January 31, 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 his/her counselor/principal by November 5th. Please see your counselor for more information!

The SAT and the ACT will be offered on the following dates. The cost of the SAT without the essay is $47.50; the cost of the SAT with the essay is $64.50. The ACT has a basic fee of $52.00 with an optional writing test (cost with writing is $68.00). 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.

SAT Testing Information:

Test Date (Registration Deadline)

November 2, 2019 (October 3, 2019)

December 7, 2019 (November 8, 2019)

March 14, 2020 (February 14, 2020)

May 2, 2020 (April 3, 2020)

June 6, 2020 (May 8, 2020)

ACT Testing Information:

Test Date (Registration Deadline)

December 14, 2019 (November 8, 2019)

February 8, 2020 (January 10, 2020)

April 4, 2020 (February 28, 2020)

June 13, 2020 (May 8, 2020)

July 18, 2020 (June 19, 2020)*

* No test center in New York State

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 make plans and decisions 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.
• Stop in and meet with college admissions and military representatives visiting Student Services (see the schedule of upcoming visit posted outside on the Student Services bulletin board).
• 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

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 16, 2019 in the High School.

Please see Mrs. Lyon in Student Services by September 27th 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 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.

Schuylerville Central School District has an App to help parents, students and community members stay connected with its schools. The App is available free for download in the App Store for iPhone users and on Google Play for Android users by searching for “Schuylerville Central Schools.” The app gives immediate access to School District information and notifications on mobile phones and devices.

Keep a look out for club meetings, athletic sign ups, extra curricular and community service opportunities on our daily announcements. When you get involved, please keep track of all of your activities as this documentation will be very useful when going through the college application process in a couple of years. Time goes fast so start planning now!

Mrs. Rust (M-Z)

Mrs. Lyon (Secretary)

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