Full rides to college seem like a common thing when watching movies or tv shows, but what are the real life chances of receiving a complete full ride scholarship? One thing to always keep in mind is someone's definition of "full ride." A full ride could mean a full academic ride which includes full tuition, but may not cover housing, meal plan, books, fees, and other college costs. It is always important to question the real definition of a full ride to know exactly what is happening with money. Check out this short article to see what research has to say about the odds of actually receiving financial assistance.
By the Numbers: Student Scholarship Chances
Wednesday, October 31, 2018
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
College Board Opportunity Scholarship
College Board wants you to go to college! And now they are offering you a scholarship for taking steps to achieving this goal! Students are eligible for this scholarship when they...
1) Build a college list ($500)
2) Practice for the SAT ($1,000)
3) Improve their SAT scores ($2,000)
4) Strengthen their college list ($500)
5) Fill out the FAFSA ($1,000)
6) Apply to college ($1,000)
Complete Your Journey ($40,000)
As you can see, this scholarship isn't looking at your GPA or an essay you wrote, but your efforts through the college application process. Most college bound students are already following this list, so why not take the extra few minutes and apply for this scholarship? This scholarship will have monthly drawings starting in December!
Sign up here to be notified when the scholarship opens!
Click here for more info.
1) Build a college list ($500)
2) Practice for the SAT ($1,000)
3) Improve their SAT scores ($2,000)
4) Strengthen their college list ($500)
5) Fill out the FAFSA ($1,000)
6) Apply to college ($1,000)
Complete Your Journey ($40,000)
As you can see, this scholarship isn't looking at your GPA or an essay you wrote, but your efforts through the college application process. Most college bound students are already following this list, so why not take the extra few minutes and apply for this scholarship? This scholarship will have monthly drawings starting in December!
Sign up here to be notified when the scholarship opens!
Click here for more info.
Friday, October 26, 2018
FAFSA Night is Near!
We will be hosting a FAFSA Night here at Social Circle High School to help you through the 2019/20 FAFSA application. This night will take place Wednesday, November 7th from 6-8pm in the cafeteria. We will be providing pizza, refreshments, and free childcare, so please try and make it out to join us for this fun packed night!
PLEASE BRING ALL OF THE FOLLOWING:
- Parent and student's 2017 Federal Income Tax Returns and W2s
- Parent and student's Social Security Numbers
- Parent and student's FSA IDs (if you do not have your FSA ID, we can complete it this night)
Remember!! The first 50 students to complete the FAFSA will receive a goody-bag from Ms. Justice! You must provide proof by emailing your completion page to christina.justice@socialcircleschools.org.
To complete the FAFSA on your own, use this link!
PLEASE BRING ALL OF THE FOLLOWING:
- Parent and student's 2017 Federal Income Tax Returns and W2s
- Parent and student's Social Security Numbers
- Parent and student's FSA IDs (if you do not have your FSA ID, we can complete it this night)
Remember!! The first 50 students to complete the FAFSA will receive a goody-bag from Ms. Justice! You must provide proof by emailing your completion page to christina.justice@socialcircleschools.org.
To complete the FAFSA on your own, use this link!
Thursday, October 25, 2018
When Achievement Becomes an Unhealthy Pursuit
Thought provoking read for parents as we wonder our way through teenage-rearing-years:
https://growingleaders.com/blog/when-achievement-becomes-an-unhealthy-pursuit/?mc_cid=a8792cc795&mc_eid=7ef211c157
https://growingleaders.com/blog/when-achievement-becomes-an-unhealthy-pursuit/?mc_cid=a8792cc795&mc_eid=7ef211c157
December 1st SAT Mini-Session Schedule
WHAT!
If you are registered/plan on registering for the December 1st SAT (or the December 8th ACT), you are eligible to participate in the SAT Prep Mini-Sessions this month!
Register for the SAT here
Register for the ACT here
If you need help registering, contact Ms. Justice!
WHEN!
Thursday, November 8th from 3:15-5:45
AND
Thursday, November 15th from 3:15-5:45
***There will not be a mock exam for this session due to Thanksgiving Break
WHERE!
Social Circle High School Media Center
REGISTER HERE!
If you are registered/plan on registering for the December 1st SAT (or the December 8th ACT), you are eligible to participate in the SAT Prep Mini-Sessions this month!
Register for the SAT here
Register for the ACT here
If you need help registering, contact Ms. Justice!
WHEN!
Thursday, November 8th from 3:15-5:45
AND
Thursday, November 15th from 3:15-5:45
***There will not be a mock exam for this session due to Thanksgiving Break
WHERE!
Social Circle High School Media Center
REGISTER HERE!
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Athens Technical College is Coming to the Circle!
Apply to Athens Technical College for FREE! Athens Technical College admissions representative Ashley Spears will be here November 5th during Redskin period! She will be bringing applications and she will waive the application fee! This is a great option for students that is right in our backyard. If you would like to learn more about what Athens Technical College has to offer, come to this information session. This is open for all students!
Sign up if you are interested!
Sign up if you are interested!
Tuesday, October 23, 2018
Upcoming SAT/ACT Testing Information
If you still need to register for the SAT or ACT, the deadline is November 2nd! That is next Friday! If you need help registering, please contact Ms. Justice.
Register for the SAT here.
Register for the ACT here.
Good luck to those taking the ACT this Saturday (Oct. 27th) and the SAT next Saturday (Nov. 3rd)! If this is you, check out these links for helpful hints and reminders for test day.
Test Day Checklist
What to Expect on Test Day
Register for the SAT here.
Register for the ACT here.
Good luck to those taking the ACT this Saturday (Oct. 27th) and the SAT next Saturday (Nov. 3rd)! If this is you, check out these links for helpful hints and reminders for test day.
Test Day Checklist
What to Expect on Test Day
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