Framingham State University
The following courses will be offered this summer to Framingham High School students via Framingham State University. These college level courses are FREE. Please register, by using the link below, as soon as possible.
1. Introduction to Statistics
2. Introduction to Biological Science (with online Lab)
3. Graphic Novels
4. Cultural Anthropology
5. Introduction to Archaeology
Registration link with details information about courses
Cybersecurity Workshop @ MBCC | 6/27-6/29
MassBay is holding a Cybersecurity workshop at their Wellesley, MA campus in June for high school students. This workshop is open to current sophomores, juniors and seniors. These hands-on workshops will be fun and give students a chance to learn about the exploding field of cybersecurity, and will run from 6/27-6/29 daily from 10am-1pm. Scan the code to register, or email Elaine Rosenburg (erosenburg@massbay.edu) with any questions.
Massbay Automotive Bootcamp | July 10-27th
Who: Current Seniors or rising Juniors and Seniors
What: A positive, inspiring hands-on experience in the automotive industry. The workshops are held in the same classrooms and laboratories as the full-time students and led by experienced automotive faculty. These workshops aim to teach potential automotive scholars how they can be successful and self-sufficient working in a profitable and gratifying environment.
Where: Mass Bay Ashland Campus
When: July 10-27; Monday-Thursday
Time: 8 am - 3 pm
Why: Students will earn a $1500 Stipend if they complete the program 
RESEARCHING COLLEGES + POSTSECONDARY RESOURCES
Ms. Erikson has created Canvas pages to help you explore information and resources related
to the college search + application process and answer commonly asked questions. Check
them out below:
- The College Search
- The College Application Process
- Mass Bay / community college
- Standardized Testing
- Military
- Alternative Pathways --> e.g. gap years; trade/apprenticeship programs; internships
The Common Application
The COLLEGE APPLICATION is the backbone of all of the information a college/university needs to know about you to assess if you'd be a good fit for their school. The majority of schools use the Common Application as their application portal. Some schools have an application portal built into their website, and other schools use an application portal called the Coalition App (similar to the Common App; see schools that use the Coalition App here). Creating an account on any of these portals is free, but most colleges/universities have a cost associated with applying. All applications are created and submitted online.
The Common App will open for the Class of 2024 on August 1, 2023!
For step-by-step directions about applying to college and FAQs, please visit Ms. Erikson's 'The College Application' Canvas page.
Online SAT/ACT Practice Tests with StudyPoint
Improve Your SAT or ACT Score From Home Free Virtual Practice Tests Every Week! Students who are looking to get a head start on preparing for the SAT or ACT should also check out our free virtual SAT and ACT practice tests. Click here to view our practice test dates and register.
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SAT Fee WaiversDo you have free/reduced lunch and/or receive any financial assistance? If so, you qualify for a SAT fee waiver! A fee waiver covers the cost of up to two SAT tests and three SAT Subject Tests. It will also cover submitting college applications through the Common Application. If you need an SAT or ACT fee waiver please contact school counselor. | Test Optional CollegesTest optional means that a school does not require SAT or ACT scores as a part of your application. Over 1,000 colleges and universities are test optional. Find a complete list at www.fairtest.org! | TOEFL Exams The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is a standardized test that measures English language ability for non-native speakers who plan to enroll in an English speaking college. The test evaluates listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills in relationship to academic tasks. Test costs range between $150-$225. Unfortunately, no financial aid is offered for the TOEFL test. Fee-based and free prep materials can be found on the TOEFL website, on Canvas, or in the College & Career Center (K007). To register and see test dates/locations visit www.toefl.org. |
SAT Fee Waivers
Do you have free/reduced lunch and/or receive any financial assistance? If so, you qualify for a SAT fee waiver! A fee waiver covers the cost of up to two SAT tests and three SAT Subject Tests. It will also cover submitting college applications through the Common Application. If you need an SAT or ACT fee waiver please contact school counselor.
Test Optional Colleges
Test optional means that a school does not require SAT or ACT scores as a part of your application. Over 1,000 colleges and universities are test optional. Find a complete list at www.fairtest.org!
TOEFL Exams
Need a WORK PERMIT?
1) Take a form from your house/academy or access work permits online using the QR code below
2) Your employer should fill out the "Promise of Employment" Section
3) On page two, you can skip the "Physician’s Certificate of Health" section if you are older than 15. If not, your doctor must fill it out.
4) Your parents/guardians need to fill out/sign #4
5) You sign #5
6) When all that is filled out, please hand your house/academy office assistant - please include your hair and eye color
We will try our best to process it by the end of the day!
ASVAB + RECRUITER INFO
Check out the Military Canvas module for more information and to find the local recruiter for the following branches:
- U.S. Army & Army Reserves | Army National Guard
- U.S. Air Force | Air National Guard
- U.S. Coast Guard
- U.S. Marine Corps
- U.S. Navy
Upcoming ASVAB tests at FHS- There will be two ASVAB tests scheduled at the high school (one in the fall and one in the spring) for students interested in the military. Please find the dates/times below.
- Wednesday, November 30th at 7:30am -- CLOSED.
- Wednesday, April 5th 2023 at 7:30am -- CLOSED.
Want to get in touch with me?
Mrs. Erikson, College & Career Counselor, K018
College & Career Center, Room K005
Monday - Friday | 7:00am-2:15pm
Should a parent/guardian wish to meet with me, I am available by appointment only. Appointments can be made by calling/emailing the phone number and email below.
Rachel Erikson (She/Her/Hers)
+1 (508)782-7688 | rerikson@framingham.k12.ma.us
115 A Street Framingham, MA 01701
Framingham High School