The Spartan Scoop
Happenings, need-to-knows, & more from Campbell Counseling
Welcome to the inaugural issue of the Spartan Scoop!
We look forward to keeping you IN.THE.KNOW. of all things college, career, academic, and social emotional via The Spartan Scoop. BOLO for it monthly! It is chock-full of information so pay attention!
We are approaching week 6 of virtual learning NEXT WEEK! Don't forget, progress reports will be available via ParentVue & StudentVue shortly after our FALL BREAK, Sept 28-Oct 2, so keep up the great work you are doing.
Did you know the enrolling adult can update all information like address changes, phone numbers, emails, and more via ParentVue? Don't have ParentVue? Email a picture of your photo ID to parentvue@campbellhigh.net
Now...scroll down to the different sections to see what you can tap into! The pictures/flyers are clickable with more information along with hyper-links that are clickable for your convenience.
Meet the School Counseling Team!
Di-Ki: Tina.Amand
Kl-P: Yolanda Wright
Q-Roc/AVID/ESOL: Kristin Schloemer Bryant
Rod-Z: Rotarsha Jackson
Registrar & Dual Enrollment: Jana Loftin
Program Specialist: Hillary Reiner
Graduation Coach: Judy Hays
College & Career Consultant: Janet Ndah
Records Clerk: DeUndra Askew
Counseling Clerk: Cornelia Washington
If you need to speak with your counselor or another team member, email them to set up an appointment via Zoom or phone call.
Info for ALL Grade Levels!
GET INVOLVED at CHS! It's NOT too late! (1/3)
GET INVOLVED at CHS! It's NOT too late! (2/3)
GET INVOLVED at CHS! It's NOT too late! (3/3)
Are you ready for Next Level Leadership: (E)ducate, (E)ngage, (E)levate and (E)mpower?
Here is more info:
- INROADS is changing the lives of young people from diverse backgrounds through Leadership Development Programming
- College Links offers leadership development programming, facilitated by engaging professionals designed to help your scholars find their path to success
Covers topics such as: STEM Careers, Entrepreneurship, Health and Wellness, College Readiness, Financial Literacy and more!
Program kicks off on Saturday, 10/17/2020 (virtually) and must commit to 1 Saturday a month for the virtual program
9-12 graders eligible; Min 2.8 GPA and must be from any diverse, under-served and/or underrepresented background
Financial Aid Night--All grade Levels Welcome 9/24 6:30pm
Virtual College Meetings/Visits/Fairs!
- HBCU College Fair: Sept 19th 9am
- NACAC Virtual College Fair: Oct 12, 18, & Nov 8th.
- HBCU College Tour: Oct 1-31st
- Taller Virtual con"La universidad de Kennesaw y el departamento de admisiones" el 17 de septiembre. 6:30 a 8:30 de la tarde
Social Emotional Wellness for Families K-12 10/13 6:30pm
Social Emotional Learning for Families Webinar
Join us on Tuesday, October 13th at 6:30pm
Ms Emily Lawery, CCSD's Social Emotional Learning Specialist and a Licensed Professional Counselor, will be presenting the importance of social and emotional needs of students, parents and caregivers. She will be available to answer your questions and give ideas to use at home with your family. This event is for families K-12.
*Register here for the event: tinyurl.com/selchswebinar
SAT & ACT
Waivers to take the SAT/ACT for FREE: Students who have been notified this school year (2020-21) that they qualify for Free or Reduced Lunch can receive 2 waivers for each test to utilize during high school starting their Junior year. To receive your waiver(s), the counseling office will need to see proof of eligibility in the Free/Reduced Lunch Program. The best way to provide this is to search in your email for the confirmation of eligibility email from Heidi Groves and then send a screen shot/forward email to Mrs. Ndah. You must reapply for free/reduced lunch each school year so providing proof each year is necessary to receive the waivers. ***Once a student takes the SAT or ACT on a waiver, they qualify for 4 college application fee waivers during their senior year.***
University System of Georgia (USG) waives SAT & ACT requirements for Fall 2021 College Admission: USG made the decision after monitoring testing availability during the spring and summer, when multiple test date cancellations caused limited testing availability and negatively impacted students. This temporary adjustment will allow students to apply for Spring, Summer and Fall 2021 admission without submitting ACT or SAT scores. Students must still meet all other admission requirements, and must meet adjusted minimum grade point average eligibility thresholds for admission to each USG sector. Students who have SAT/ACT scores may still submit them.
*Keep in mind*
- A number of other colleges/Universities across the US have NOT waived the SAT & ACT requirements. We do not have an exhaustive list, please contact the school(s) you are applying to obtain their stance.
- SAT and/or ACT scores may be necessary for some scholarships or programs associated with the college
- If you take a gap year, SAT & ACT could be required for Spring, Summer or Fall 2022.
Are you interested in Dual Enrollment for Spring 2021?
SENIORS---CLASS OF 2021!!!
Check out this info....
- Please go to this link to watch the mandatory Senior Seminar videos if you have not done so already (non-IB only!)
- Attend Financial Aid night referenced above! The FAFSA application opens on Oct 1!
- Are you taking advantage of College Visits? If not, log into your Naviance account and go to the colleges tab and then college visits. All visits are virtual and are happening outside of instructional time.
- Scholarships are posted in Naviance! Log into your Naviance account and go to the Colleges Tab and then Scholarships to view the long list of scholarships. Some have not been updated from last year but will be updated when we receive current information. Please note that 97% of scholarships happen year after year. Target the ones you are eligible for and set a reminder in your phone to come back to it around the time frame it is due.
- If you are unsure of what you want to do after graduation or need assistance helping your post-graduation plans come to fruition, please email your counselor to make an appointment with them. Appointments can be done via Zoom or call. It is expected that you watch the Senior Seminar video(s) before your appointment.
Do you need an official transcript for college admissions or a scholarship?
1. In Naviance, add the college to your "Applying to" list and request a transcript for it (skip this step if it is not for college admissions).
2. Go to MyPaymentsPlus and pay for it. You will be prompted to fill out a form along with the payment. Each transcript will be a single submission. All transcripts are $2.
JUNIORS--CLASS OF 2022!!!
Junior Jumpstart! Live presentation w/ Q&A on 9/23 10am & 1pm
Attention Juniors!!!
Tune into Junior Jumpstart on Sept 23rd at 10am or 1pm. Topics will include: Preparing for your Senior Year, devising a plan for your post-graduation plans, SAT/ACT, College Admissions, Financial Aid, Scholarships, Career readiness, military and more! Be sure to check your email/Naviance messages for the Zoom links to the live presentations 8:30am on 9/23
It is MANDATORY for all Juniors (non-IB) to watch this video prior to their Junior Advisement Appointment (see below for info on Jr. Adv.)
*Both sessions are identical; they will be posted on CHS Counseling Website for viewing as your schedule allows.*
Junior Advisement Conferences
2 more things for Juniors!
- Are you taking advantage of College Visits? If not, log into your Naviance account and go to the colleges tab and then college visits. All visits are virtual and are happening outside of instructional time.
Cobb EMC’s Youth Leadership Program and Scholarship opportunity is now available for eligible High School Juniors. The Cobb EMC Youth Leadership Program gives current High School Juniors the opportunity to develop leadership and networking skills, learn about their electric cooperative and earn scholarships. The virtual leadership experience will also allow students to make connections with other students. The participants will also be working to earn a spot, one of four, on the Cobb EMC Georgia Youth Tour Leadership Experience.
The Youth Leadership Program offers students the opportunity to earn a $1,500, $1,000 or $500 scholarship, along with an all-expenses-paid Youth Leadership experience and a paid student summer internship.
· Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020: Virtual Information Session – email youthleadershipprogram@cobbemc.com to register for the information session
· Friday, Oct. 20, 2020: Entry deadline https://cobbemc.com/youthtour
SOPHOMORES---CLASS OF 2023!!!
PSAT Practice!
FRESHMAN---CLASS OF 2024!!!
Welcome Freshman!
Going Beyond the classroom!
- The Georgia Tech Women in Engineering Program is excited to announce the 21st annual Engineering Career Conference (ECC) for current female junior and senior high school students on 10/8 from 8:30am-4:30pm. Apply here
- Scholars in Service 2020 Application is now open until Sept 30th. Once you complete the program, you will receive a $2500 scholarship!
Campbell HS Counseling Office
Email: campbellhscounseling@gmail.com
Website: www.campbellhscounseling.com
Location: 8A
Phone: 678-842-6850
Facebook: facebook.com/CampbellHSCounseling
Twitter: @CounselorSparta