GUIDANCE
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COLLEGE CORNER
Written by: Mrs. Mendez, College Counselor
“THERE ARE ONLY TWO LASTING BEQUESTS
WE CAN HOPE TO GIVE OUR CHILDREN. ONE
OF THESE IS ROOTS, THE OTHER WINGS.”
- HODDING CARTER
What should Seniors be doing in the FALL for college?
websites.
Check Edline: COLLEGE Advising for information on
deadlines, college visits, scholarships, application links to
schools’ websites, calendar of events, downloadable forms,
and much more!
What should our Juniors be doing to prepare for college?
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Congratulations, you are finally Seniors! This year brings so many
exciting memories, as well as important decisions for “life after St.
Brendan.” Our goal in the Guidance Department is to guide you
and help you discover where God’s true purpose and happiness
for you may be found. Below are some tips, news, and “words of
advice” as you begin Senior year and the college process:
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College list should be finalized. List should be balanced
(Remember…Dream School, Realistic Schools, Safety
Schools)
Apply to no less than three schools and narrow down to no
more than six or seven.
Still don’t have a college list? Or don’t know where to apply?
IT’S OKAY! Make an appointment to see Mrs. Mendez or
Mrs. Valdes. We will help you brainstorm possible schools.
Also, it’s important to talk to your parents when choosing
colleges!!!
Begin (if you haven’t already) the college applications…once
you start you will notice that most applications are very
similar.
Save all the Usernames and Passwords you create for the
college applications (maybe…on your iPad). Don’t misplace
them!
Once you finish applying, submit your “Request for
Transcript” form. This way we can send your transcript to the
colleges you applied to. If using Common Application, invite
your counselors in order to upload your transcripts.
Check application deadlines and submit your application
before the deadline!! Pay attention to priority deadlines to
ensure merit scholarship awards, early admittance, and
financial aid packages.
Complete the “Request for Letter of Recommendation”
form if the school you are applying to requires a letter of
recommendation from your teachers or counselors. Ask
them first!!!! And give them two weeks time to write your
letter. (And always say “Thank you”!)
Continue to work on your college essays in your English
classes. Very important!
Create an academic resume or portfolio if necessary. Have
your English teacher or Mrs. Mendez/Mrs. Valdes review
them.
Register and retake your SAT or ACT exams to improve your
score. Also, to meet the requirements for Florida Bright
Futures!
APPLY for scholarships!!! A complete list is available on
Edline: COLLEGE Adv \