Class of 2016 Friday Newsletter
Week of 8/3/15 - 8/7/15
Several Colleges will be Visiting Ben Davis in August
Don't miss out!
The following presentations will be hosted by Admissions representatives from the college at Ben Davis High School. Students can register to receive a pass through their Naviance account.
Wednesday August 19 - University of Evansville
Thursday, August 20 - IUPUI
Monday, August 24 - US Marine Corps.
Tuesday August 25 - Indiana University
Wednesday August 26 - Manchester University
Registration Instructions for In-House Visits
In -House college visits are listed under the 'colleges' tab in Naviance. After you have logged in and found the visits, follow these steps.
Step One
Step Two
Confirmation
FERPA Waiver & Common App Matching
It is important to remember that students do not apply to college through Naviance. Naviance is used for students to request and for the school to send transcripts, letters of recommendation, academic profiles, and other school reports.
Before the school can send a transcript or other school report, students are required to sign a 'FERPA' waiver. We will use the Common Application to complete this one time process. I will be helping students complete this task in the classroom over the next two weeks.
Here is more information about the FERPA Waiver and matching process including step-by step instructions. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1an9EgelviiSc-MV2X_XLHPHuyGUi7k5VWANgyo1VGdE/edit?usp=sharing
Requesting Transcripts in Naviance
Scholarship Search in Naviance
Finding and applying for scholarships is hard work. The resources in Naviance can make it easier to stay organized.
Upcoming Events
Family College Application Seminar
- Difference between Common Application and Traditional Applications
- How to sign and match the FERPA waiver in the Common Application
- How to make your application stand out
- How students and parents can request transcripts, letters of recommendation, and other school reports
- SAT and ACT score submission
- Dates and Deadlines
- Brief overview of the scholarship process
- Question and Answer
Tuesday, Aug 18, 2015, 06:30 PM
Ben Davis High School, North Girls School Road, Indianapolis, IN, United States
RSVPs are enabled for this event.
Indy Westside College Fair! SAVE THE DATE!
The Indy Westside College Fair will be held on October 1 from 7:00 - 8:30 in the MPA. Last year over 80 colleges, universities, trade schools, and military representatives were in attendance. In addition to visits with the representatives, break out sessions will be offered to help students and families at all grade levels navigate the world of college admissions.
Thursday, Oct 1, 2015, 07:00 PM
Ben Davis High School, North Girls School Road, Indianapolis, IN, United States
CLD Prep Conference
Center for Leadership Development (CLD) has invited Ben Davis families to participate in the 8th Annual College Prep Conference & College Fair. This interactive conference will be held in the Sagamore Ballroom of the Indiana Convention Center, on Saturday, August 22, 2015, 8:00AM – 4:30 PM. This is a great opportunity for ALL students in grades 8-12 who are considering college and for those who have never considered attending college to receive vital information.
In addition to a college fair, this event will include workshop sessions for students and parents. The full agenda is attached to this e-mail. Some topics will include; How to Study Effectively, College Testing Preparation, Applying for College, Financial Aid and Paying for College, NCAA and MUCH MORE!
With over, 1,000 participants expected to attend by registration only, you are encouraged to register immediately to ensure your spot.
Registration is just $10 for Ben Davis families. All participants (students and adults) must register. If you are considering attending, please register online at www.CLDinc.org by August 15, 2015. You must register to attend!
Registration Steps:
1.Visit eventbrite.com
2.Click “Join Group”
3.Group Name: Ben Davis
4.Pass code: BDHS2015
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College and Career Calender
Paper copies of the calendar are available in student services.
Ben Davis High School Student Services
Rodney Smith, Associate Principal
Sherman Woodard, Director
Anna Coyne, College Admission Coordinator
Mike Horning, Counselor
Andrea Norcross, Counselor
Jamika Jones, Counselor
Chelsea Zimmerman, Counselor
Susan Williams, Counselor
Brian Abney, Counselor
Sonya Hicks, Counselor
Email: anna.coyne@wayne.k12.in.us
Website: www.wayne.k12.in.us
Location: 1200 North Girls School Road, Indianapolis, IN, United States
Phone: (317)988-7360
Twitter: @bdhcounselors