"Just" for CMS
Week of 2/7
Focus on the Future
10 Myths About College
Academically-focused or regarding the college experience, these falsehoods detract students from great opportunities every day. It’s time to stop the lies and start getting real.
We’d like to put some of these rumors to rest so that you can sleep soundly in knowing the truth. Check out these ten completely false college myths:
1. Most Students Graduate in Four Years
More than 58 percent of college students take six years or more to graduate. Now that’s what you call the majority!
2. Majors Set Your Future
Most college students have no clue what they want to do with their lives, which is OK because college is the time to explore your interests. Most likely, you’ll end up with a job that doesn’t fall under your designated major. Your major is, however, more likely to determine your career path if it’s in a math or science field.
3. The “College Experience” is a Rite of Passage
Many students forgo the on-campus college experience for a variety of reasons, whether it’s cost, family-related or a personal decision. These students actually do move on to become fully functioning, normal adults.
4. Cost and Value are the Same
Just because a college costs more doesn’t mean that it’s a better school. There are so many factors that go into the cost of a school – including aspects other than academics. So make sure you don’t equate expensive with academics.
5. Community College Is Lesser than Traditional College
The degree earned is what matters, not the school it was earned at. In the end, as long as a student earns a degree at a legitimate college or university, no degree is “better” than another.
6. American Schools are the Best
Believe it or not, it just isn’t so. Actually, American schools are ranked 14th in the world in the percentage of young adults (25-34 year olds) with higher education. This equates to 42 percent.
The kicker? Most schools in other countries cost less, too.
7. Teachers are Smarter than Students
With technology being an ever-changing field, it’s difficult for faculty to keep up with the Jobs’. It fairly impossible to keep up with it all and, no matter what, there will always be someone brighter coming along in the future.
8. Private Colleges are More Challenging than Public
Some of the most prestigious and challenging universities are public institutions. Students should determine a school’s value by what they get out of it, not be its exclusivity.
9. There Isn’t a Lot of Help Available to Pay for School
Well, this simply isn’t true and Fastweb proves it on a daily basis! There are millions of scholarships available for all types of students, as well as financial aid availability.
Many assume these are just available for the top percentile of students, however, that just isn’t the truth!
10. All Great Colleges are Well-Known
There are so many great colleges and universities in the world that it’s unlikely you’ve heard of all of them. In fact, you may not hear about some of these fine institutions until you’re well into adulthood.
It's Never Too Early to Plan for College Webinar
Did you know more than 70 percent of college admission officers recently polled recommend students start preparing for college before or by ninth grade? That preparation includes figuring out how to choose just one college when the acceptance letters arrive.
The next National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) college admission planning webinar focuses on “The ‘Right’ College Fit.” The session will help students and families come up with key questions and considerations in making the decision. In fact, this is an ideal time for students and parents to familiarize themselves with this matter—before facing the pressure of making a choice. When faced with multiple acceptances, inevitably students will need to face the question: “Where should I go?” From the comfort of your home or library, participate in this webinar and learn how to
determine which college to ultimately choose.
If you are interested in participating in this webinar from the comfort of your own home, please let me know and I'll share the details.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23
6:00–7:00 P.M. (CST)
Academic Update for the Week
Schedule for the Week
- My College Monday
- 1:30 - Boys' and girls' track to Wolfe City (schedule will be similar to last Friday)
- 3:30-5 - Play rehearsal. See schedule below and please be on time to pick up student)
Tuesday, 3/8
- 3:30 - 5:30 - Symphonic Band Rehearsal
- 3:30-5 - Play rehearsal. See schedule below and please be on time to pick up student)
- 5:30 - Symphonic Band Concert
Wednesday, 3/9
- 3:30-5 - Play rehearsal. See schedule below and please be on time to pick up student)
Thursday, 3/10
Spirit Day
- TBA - 6th grade play to ACW and CMS
- 5:30pm - CMS Open House
- 6:45 - 6th grade play for parents (participants arrive at 6)
- 9am - 6th grade Strike Free (must have Strike Card)
- 10am - CHS Cheer Tryouts
- 10am - 7th grade Strike Free (must have Strike Card)
- 11am - 8th grade Strike Free (must have Strike Card)
- 3:15pm - Regular dismissal. Have a great Spring Break