Counselor Connection
Preparing for college & career - June Issue
SENIORS: FINAL TO-DO LIST
- Want to receive reminder texts over the summer and have a counselor to help with last minute college questions? Email your counselor and include: Student's Name & Student/Parent cell #. Stay in the loop so you don't miss out!!
- Stay on top of your graduation status until the very end - surprises with grades are difficult for everyone to deal with. Attend every day and stay on top of your work
- College Bound Seniors: Log into Parchment TODAY to send your final transcript to your college (click "Hold for Grades"). COLLEGES CAN WITHHOLD FINANCIAL AID AND/OR ADMISSIONS IF YOU DO NOT SEND YOUR FINAL TRANSCRIPT.
- If your college requires you to take Placement Exams, reserve your spot now!
- Attending Madison College and haven't taken the Compass Placement Exam? Sign up now!
Volunteer Website of the Month
Job Training for Graduating Seniors
Job Opportunity of the Month
Urban League Work programs offer something for everyone!
Re-taking the ACT next fall? Prep over the summer!!
ACT Test Date: September 13th, 2015
Regular Registration Deadline: August 8th, 2015
Late Registration Deadline(Late Fee Required): August 22nd, 2015
**Log into Career Cruising, click on "My Plan" then "Method Test Prep"
JUNIORS: USE YOUR SUMMER WISELY!
Don't wait until your senior year to begin thinking about life after high school. Use these checklists to get a jump on your plans now so you aren't bogged down when school starts.
Work a College Visit into your summer plans!
Visiting a campus is one of the best ways to figure out whether a campus is a good fit for you. Here is a list of events going on around the country -
Wisconsin Private College Week
AP Scores available online in July
(**scores will no longer be sent home)
Plan your summer NOW!
Tips for new college PARENTS!
- Choose your closing words - Psychology instructor at Emory University says, "Whatever wisdom you have to offer, whether it is ‘I love you,’ ‘I’m behind you,’ ‘I’m proud of you,’ say it. Your children will remember your messages and hold on to them."
- Don't change their room (at least not before talking to them) - Coming back to a place that is familiar and feels like home (even if it it decorated with one direction posters or high school sports trophies) is exactly what they will be looking forward to on their first break.
- Be patient - You don't become a college student over night. It may take months for your child to learn how to navigate life on their own.
- Provide support, but don't rush to save the day - Though your college student will come to you with many problems and anxieties, they often need a listening ear more than someone to call the school trying to solve everything.
- Send them care packages - Nothing is more exciting than going to the mail box and actually having mail. Packages with baked goods, energy drinks, coloring books, ramen noodles and a few bucks will definitely make their day!
***Read more at 8 Things to Remember If You Have A Kid Starting College
11th & 12th Grade College Bound Athletes & NCAA
Students who plan to participate in Division I or II collegiate athletics during college, must complete an NCAA Initial Eligibility Clearinghouse form. Students should register at the end of their junior year, work with their counselor and coach.
Event Information
La Follette High School 2015-2016 Enrollment Dates & Times
When?
Tuesday, Aug 18, 2015, 11:00 AM
Where?
LaFollette High School, Pflaum Road, Madison, WI, United States
About Us
Counselor Contact Information
Website: https://lafollette.madison.k12.wi.us/
Location: 702 Pflaum Road, Madison, WI, United States
Phone: (608) 204-3660