SCHS School Counseling Center
September Update
PSAT
Sophomores and Juniors are encouraged to take the PSAT. The cost is $18 and students must register in the Counseling Center by Friday, September 14th.
Please see your counselor if the cost is a concern.
Wednesday, Oct 10, 2018, 07:30 AM
South Carroll High School, West Old Liberty Road, Sykesville, MD, USA
College Visits
Many colleges are coming to South Carroll this fall! Sign up in the Counseling Center or online. Juniors and seniors are especially encouraged to attend!
College / University Visit Date Time
Christopher Newport Univ Oct 9 8:00 AM
Southern Vermont College Oct 9 10:00 AM
West Virginia Wesleyan College Oct 11 1:30 PM
Wilson College Oct 15 9:00 AM
St Mary's College of Maryland Oct 15 10:30 AM
Kent State Univ Oct 22 10:05 AM
ROTC Program Oct 25 9:00 AM
University of Scranton Oct 22 10:15 AM @ Counseling Ctr
Morgan State Univ Oct 25 10:00 AM
Salisbury Univ Oct 30 9:00 AM
Fairmont State Univ Oct 30 10:15 AM
Univ of New Haven Nov 1 8:00 AM
Field Trip to York College of Pennsylvania Nov 2 8:00 AM
Johnson and Wales University Nov 2 12:00 PM
Dual Enrollment Registration for CCC Nov 19 9 AM- 2 PM
Allegany College of Maryland Nov 20 10:00 AM
Visits will be held in the SCHS Media Center unless otherwise noted.
CCPS College Fair at Carroll Community College
Plan to attend the CCPS College Fair at Carroll Community College on October 8th from 5:30pm to 8:00pm. Over 150 programs will be represented including colleges, universities, military programs and technical and trade schools.
A list of colleges attending is located in the Counseling Center and on the CCC website.
Monday, Oct 8, 2018, 05:30 PM
1601 Washington Road, Westminster, MD, USA
Field Trip to York College of Pennsylvania
Take a field trip with the School Counselors to York College of Pennsylvania. Students will meet with an admissions representative, tour the college and have lunch on campus. The cost is $15 and permission slips (due by 10/12) are available in the Counseling Center. Fee waivers are available if you qualify, see Mrs. Quinn.
Friday, Nov 2, 2018, 08:00 AM
York College of Pennsylvania, Country Club Road, York, PA, USA
Financial Aid Information Session
Amanda Levin, Financial Aid Counselor at Carroll Community College will talk about paying for college, Financial Aid and the FAFSA. Students and parents are welcome to attend. Students must sign up like a college visit in the Counseling Center or online. Parents do not need to register but must sign in at the front desk before reporting to the Auditorium.
Tuesday, Oct 30, 2018, 08:15 AM
South Carroll High School Auditorium
Dual Enrollment Registration
An admissions representative from Carroll Community College will be at South Carroll to register students for the spring semester. As long as parents have previously met with the school counselor, they do not need to attend. If you have not met with a school counselor and are planning for Dual Enrollment for the first time, please call the Counseling Center to schedule an appointment with your student's counselor.
Students should sign up in the Counseling Center or online (like a college visit) and be sure to have the registration form completed with your counselor ahead of time.
Monday, Nov 19, 2018, 09:00 AM
South Carroll High School, West Old Liberty Road, Sykesville, MD, USA
Additional College Visit Information
College Fairs and Open Houses
- Seton Hall University
Open House: Oct 14; Nov 18 – Visit the campus, learn about admissions and financial aid, and meet with faculty and current students. Register/Information: www.shu.edu/visiting
National Association for College Admission Counseling – National College Fair
Oct 30 9:00am – 12:00 pm and 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Oct 31 9:00am – 11:30 am
Location: Baltimore Convention Center.
Register at www.gotomyncf.com to share your contact information with your choice schools.
Pennsylvania College of Art & Design
Open House: Nov 17; Jan 19; Mar 30 – Meet faculty; talk with current students; portfolio information; housing and student life info; resources to help you finance your college education. Register/Info: www.pcad.edu/openhouse
Towson University
Open House: Oct 20; Oct 26; Oct 27; Nov 9; Nov 10
Register at www.towson.edu/visitus
Bridgewater College
Open House: Nov 17; Feb 2
Register at www.bridgewater.edu/visitcampus
Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts
Open House: Oct 6; Oct 27 (also a National Portfolio Day);
Register at www.arts.vcu.edu/visit
Seniors
Seniors should have met with or will soon be meeting with their school counselors. In order for the school to submit a transcript to colleges or universities, students must complete a Transcript Request form. Forms are available in the Counseling Center or online. The first 3 transcripts are free, then $2 for each additional transcript. We require 10 schools days for processing.
Visit our page on Grade Specific Resources.
Students requiring Letters of Recommendation should complete the blue Student Credential Sheet (also available in the Counseling Center or on the website).
Be sure to add your counselor as a recommender if you are using an online application or attach a copy of any paper Secondary School Reports.
Please contact your student's counselor with any questions!
CCCTC Open House
Learn about the many programs available at the Carroll County Career and Technology Center!
Sophomores, check your mail for an application or come to the School Counseling Center to get one! For first round decisions, applications are due December 1st of a student's 10th grade year.
For more information, contact your school counselor or visit the CCCTC Website.
Wednesday, Oct 17, 2018, 06:00 PM
1229 Washington Rd, Westminster, MD, USA
SAT and ACT
SCHS CEEB Code: 211005
Most students take the SAT/ACT during their Junior / Senior year in high school. At least half of all students take the SAT twice – in the spring of their Junior year and in the fall of their Senior year. Most students improve their score the second time around.
Next SAT:
11/3/18- Registration Deadline is 10/5/18, CCPS Location: WHS
12/1/18- Registration Deadline is 11/2/18, No CCPS location
Next ACT:
10/27/18- Registration Deadline is 9/28/18, late until 10/14
12/8/18- Registration Deadline is 11/2/18
SAT- The SAT measures critical thinking skills you'll need for academic success in college. The SAT is typically taken by high school juniors and seniors. The test includes a critical reading, writing and language and a math section. The essay portion is optional. Each section is scored on a scale of 200 - 800. It is administered seven times a year. Scores are typically available two weeks after taking the test; however, the June test scores may take up to six weeks. For more information, testing dates, online sample questions, preparation materials, and to register for a test, go to www.collegeboard.org
SAT Subject Tests- Subject Tests are designed to measure your knowledge and skills in particular subject areas, as well as your ability to apply that knowledge. Many colleges use the Subject Tests for admission and to advise students about course selection. Check with the colleges you are interested in applying to determine the specific tests you should take. Most students take Subject Tests toward the end of their junior year or at the beginning of their senior year. For more information and to register for a test, go to http://sat.collegeboard.org/about-tests/sat-subject-tests
ACT- The ACT is another widely accepted college entrance exam. It assesses high school students' general educational development and their ability to complete college-level work in the areas of English, math, reading, and science. There is also an optional writing test. Each section is scored from 1-36 and there is a composite score. It is offered six times a year. For more information and to register, go to www.actstudent.org
Students with financial need may be eligible for fee waivers to take the SAT and/or ACT. Please see your counselor!
The following materials are available in the SCHS Counseling Center:
SAT 2018-19 Practice Test Booklets
SAT 2018-19 Subject Test Practice Booklets (on order)
SAT Paper Application
ACT 2018-19 Practice Test Booklets
FAFSA Application Opens
Complete the FAFSA® (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form to apply for financial aid for college, career school, or graduate school.
Get your FSA ID ahead of time! https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/filling-out/fsaid?_ga=2.241181634.1926872735.1536775697-271626476.1520521497
Monday, Oct 1, 2018, 12:00 AM
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South Carroll High School School Counseling Center
Mr. Ed Wharton
School Counselor
Students with last names A-DL
Ms. Nancy Huber
School Counselor
Students with last names DO-KO
Mrs. Jessica Quinn
School Counselor
Students with last names KP-Rol
Mrs. Stephany Seargeant
School Counselor
Students with last names Rom-Z
Mrs. Terry Adkins
Career Connections Coordinator
Ms. Audrey Domino
Registrar
Mrs. Susan Stephey
Administrative Assistant
Website: https://www.carrollk12.org/schools/high/sch/schoolcounseling/
Phone: 410-751-3589