Class of 2021 Important News!
Rounding out Junior Year and Preparing for Senior Year!
Moving Forward
Well guess what?! We will still be doing all of that! It will just be done virtually for now!
There are many ways to continue to work towards your goals and dreams virtually!
This newsletter is designed specifically for the THS Class of 2021! Let's get started on creating that special senior year!
We are Here for You!
~ Your School Counseling Team
Last Names A-D: Mr. David Zsoldos, dzsoldos@twinsburgcsd.org
Last Names E-K: Mrs. Kristie Lewis, klewis@twinsburgcsd.org
Last Names L-R: Ms. Tonia Brennen, tbrennen@twinsburgcsd.org
Last Names S-Z: Mr. Matt Rutkowski, mrutkowski@twinsburgcsd.org
The College Application Guide: Parents and Students: Be Sure to Read this guide!
What should I be doing this summer leading up to Senior Year?!
2. Get Your Brag Sheet completed in Naviance, so that your School Counselor and Teachers can write you a wonderful letter of recommendation.
3. Get at least 5 schools added to your "Colleges I am Thinking About" list on Naviance. Move them to the "Colleges I am Applying to" when you are ready!
4. Begin Your Common Application.
5. Begin working on your Common Application Essays.
6. Request your Letters or Recommendation from your teachers.
7. Schedule Virtual Tours on Campuses or Zoom Meetings with Admission Representatives.
Getting to know the Common Application
What is Common App??
Common App is a non-profit college access organization that helps students apply to college every year. Common App’s free college application tool is designed to make applying to college faster and easier. With Common App you only need to use one system to apply to multiple colleges and universities.
There are two main parts you fill out: a set of common questions and each college’s own specific questions. The best part is you only have to fill out the common questions one time! Common App is a place for you to learn about the college admissions process, understand how to plan and apply to college, and discover all that different colleges have to offer. It’s a hub of information that can guide you through each step of the application journey. It’s a resource that connects you with financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Whatever questions you might have, we’re here to help!
Click below for the Application guide to give you step-by-step instructions on completing your application.
What are the 2020-2021 Common Application essay prompts?
The 2020-2021 Common Application Essay Prompts are as follows:
1. Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.
2. The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?
3. Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea. What prompted your thinking? What was the outcome?
4. Describe a problem you've solved or a problem you'd like to solve. It can be an intellectual challenge, a research query, an ethical dilemma - anything that is of personal importance, no matter the scale. Explain its significance to you and what steps you took or could be taken to identify a solution.
5. Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.
6. Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more?
7. Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you've already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design.
Get that Brag Sheet Done!
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Complete this as thoroughly as possible! Your teachers and school counselor will use this to help write their recommendation letter.
It is highly encouraged to reach out to any teachers and/or school counselor now, that you would like to write you a letter of recommendation in preparation for the college admissions season!
Check out this Webinar on how COVID-19 has affected College Admissions!
This webinar is designed for students, parents and college admissions professionals. Presenters from high schools and colleges will discuss the impact of the worldwide pandemic on college admissions, in particular rising seniors applying for admission in the 2020-2021 cycle. Students are wondering what to do. Counselors are wondering what to advise. Colleges feel like they are scrambling with their freshman class, yet still want to address changes for this year's applicants. This webinar does not pretend to have all the answers, but we do intend to have a great conversation that will benefit everyone.
National Association for College Admission Counseling: Coronavirus Impact
NACAC’s College Admission Status Update is a central resource of information about changes in college admission as a result of the coronavirus outbreak.
The link below will provide a chart which includes information provided to NACAC by colleges and universities worldwide. You’ll find information on each institution’s plans and policies for admission events; for consideration of high school transcripts and standardized test scores; for decision and deposit dates; for fall tuition and registration plans; and more.
Virtual College Visit and Seminar Opportunity!
STRIVE VIRTUAL COLLEGE EXPLORATION
Tuesday, May 26 – Thursday, May 28, 2020
3 days of presentations and information sessions with 39 Colleges That Change Lives
Free for students
REGISTER HERE:
https://www.strivescan.com/Virtual/CTCL/
Starting soon: insights from NACAC, College Board, and more
Cialfo's Online College Fair is right around the corner! This weekend, we're bringing together our unparalleled community of higher ed leaders to discuss all things admissions.
Our guest speakers include Jayne Fonash, President of NACAC; Meredith Lombardi, Associate Director at Common App; Paul Sanders, Executive Director at College Board; and representatives from 200+ different colleges across the nation.
REGISTER HERE:
Helpful Resources for College Planning
The Twinsburg High School Counseling Team
Email: tbrennen@twinsburgcsd.org
Website: http://www.twinsburg.k12.oh.us/THSCounseling.aspx
Location: 10084 Ravenna Road, Twinsburg, OH, USA
Phone: 330-486-2406
Twitter: @TburgCounselors