CCR Update
St. Charles East-September 16, 2022
Fall Testing
10th & 11th-grade students will be taking College Board's PSAT/NMSQT exam in the traditional paper & pencil format.
12th-grade students will have a non-attendance day. More details about the fall testing will be shared as we approach test day.
Senior Meetings
Each senior will meet individually with their school counselor regarding their post-secondary plan during the months of September and October. Seniors can start booking appointments with their counselor using their You Can Book Me link found on the CCR homepage or the link below.
College Application/Post Secondary Workshops
The College & Career Readiness Team will be offering workshops in the LRC-East & West Labs to assist our seniors with their post-secondary planning for college, military, trades, etc. These workshops will run periods 1-8 every Wednesday from August 31 until October 26th. Seniors are reminded to attend during a free period in their schedule.
CCR Events-Save the Date
- September 21: Financial Aid Night-St. Charles North Auditorium
- October 19: FAFSA Completion Workshop-Saints Lab-B200C
- October 25: 2 Year, Tech, Trades & Military Post-Secondary Options-Compass Academy (Haines Center)
- November 30: Early College Credit Information Night-NCAC/East Auditorium
- March 1: Spring Into College-NCAC/East Auditorium
- March 15: Illinois Regional College Fair-Kane County Fairgrounds
More details will be shared as we get closer to each event date.
2023 AP Exams for Students NOT Enrolled in the Class
Important information for students who are interested in taking an AP exam but are not enrolled in the corresponding AP course:
Students wishing to take any AP exams for classes in which they are not enrolled must register and pay for the exam no later than Friday, November 11. The fee is $97 per exam and is non-refundable after November 11. Registration forms are available here or in the College & Career Office. Once payment is received, you will receive a join code from Mr. Gill to complete your order.
Job Shadow Program
The City of St. Charles is offering a career pathway job shadow program to St. Charles high school students interested in exploring a career in municipal government. You may schedule up to three different job shadow experiences per school year, during which you can explore work sites, ask questions, see demonstrations, and learn about education and certifications. Students will be responsible for transportation to and from the City. The date, time, and length of the job shadow will be scheduled outside of school hours directly with the City’s job shadow program coordinator. Please return your completed registration form to Mr. Matt Gill in the College & Career Office.
Northwestern Medical Discovery Program
The Discovery Program exposes students to a broad range of activities designed to encourage their interest in healthcare careers. Program activities include tours, guest speakers, group discussion, and hands-on projects. Meetings are held once a month, most often on Saturday mornings from 9:00am-12:00pm. The NM Discovery West Chapter and the Greater DeKalb Chapter collaborate a lot, so meetings will be held at Central DuPage Hospital, Delnor Hospital, Kishwaukee Hospital, and various off-site NM locations. Please note, meeting dates, times, and topics are subject to change. Participants are responsible for their own transportation.
For information about the Discovery Program and how to apply.
The application deadline is 5 pm on September 30, 2022.
For questions about the Discovery Program please email NMDiscoveryProgramWest@nm.org
Military Service Academy Virtual Information Session
This event will be held virtually via Zoom on Sunday, September 18, 2022, at 11:00 a.m.
Please click this link or the flyer to register.
During this event, each Academy will host a breakout room, where they will present information specific to their school. Attendees will only be able to attend one service academy information session. If you are interested in learning about more than one service academy, your parent/guardian can RSVP by filling out the form with their information.
As a reminder, students who are interested in attending the Air Force Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, Naval Academy, or West Point will need a nomination to do so. Applications for nominations from Rep. Underwood are due by Nov. 30 at 5PM CT. You can find more information and the application here: https://underwood.house.gov/services/military-academy-nominations
College & Career Events
Upcoming Events:
La universidad es posible (español)
Date: Tuesday, September 20, 2022 to Tuesday, September 20, 2022
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Virtual
Nunca es demasiado temprano para comenzar a planificar para la universidad. Esta presentación describe los procesos universitarios y de ayuda financiera en términos generales, sienta las bases de lo que se puede esperar del proceso de ingreso a la universidad y brinda consejos y herramientas que los estudiantes y los padres pueden usar para obtener más información sobre la planificación, la solicitud y el pago de una educación postsecundaria educación. Registration Required
Date: Tuesday, September 20, 2022 to Tuesday, September 20, 2022
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Virtual
It is never too early to start planning for college. This presentation outlines the college and financial aid processes in general terms, lays the groundwork for what to expect with the college-going process, and provides tips and tools students and parents can use to learn more about planning, applying, and paying for a postsecondary education. Registration Required
College Visits-In Person & Virtual
Virtual campus visits are an excellent way to learn more about prospective colleges and universities. These visits can be a precursor to an in-person visit over the summer or in the fall. Virtual campus tour websites are listed below:
All virtual and in-person meetings will be in the LRC (unless otherwise noted) and students must obtain a pass from the Office of College and Career Readiness at least one day prior to attending. This pass then should be signed by the teacher of the class for that period. While we encourage students to attend these meetings, please note that what is happening in the classroom is more important. Teachers may deny the request to miss class if they feel it is in the student’s best interest to be in attendance.
If you have a conflict with a college visit, please email Patty.Hofer@d303.org for the college rep's contact information.
For Scheduled Virtual Visits: Click the link to enter the live virtual conference with a college rep. For the full listing go to the College Visit page on the CCR Website.
Upcoming Visits:
Sept 19th @ 8:13/2nd period - Drake University (IA)
Sept 19th @ 10:02/4th period - Northwestern University (IL) VIRTUAL - BRING EAR BUDS & CHROME BOOK
Sept 19th @ 10:55/5th period - Bradley University (IL)
Sept 19th @ 11:48/6th period - Savannah College of Art & Design SCAD (GA)
Sept 19th @ 12:41/7th period - Elgin Community College (IL) HELD IN THE NCAC
Sept 19th @ 1:34/8th period - Roosevelt University (IL) VIRTUAL - BRING EAR BUDS & CHROME BOOK
Sept 20th @ 8:13/2nd period - The Catholic University of America (DC)
Sept 20th @ 9:09/3rd period - Iowa State University (IA) HELD IN THE NCAC
Sept 20th @ 10:02/4th period - Augustana College (IL)
Sept 20th @ 10:55/5th period - University of Notre Dame (IN)
Sept 20th @ 11:48/6th period - Northern Michigan University (MI)
Sept 21st @ 9:09/3rd period - University of South Alabama (AL)
Sept 21st @ 10:02/4th period - Carroll University (WI)
Sept 23rd @ 1:34/8th period - Luther College (IA)
The College Tour
Hosted by Alex Boylan, each episode of The College Tour tells the story of a single college through the lens of its students.
Join us for a truly one-of-a-kind series featuring colleges and universities in a way they have never been seen before!
7 Tips for Amazing Campus Visits
A campus visit's significance could not be overstated. After all, four years of your life will be spent at the college you decide to select. This is particularly important for high school students searching for numerous universities and colleges. Admission advisors encourage the students to have scheduled campus visits to get a general outlook for the schools.
If you're an incoming college freshman or transferee, here are some specific pointers about how to get the most out of your college visits: Read Full Article here.
Scholarships
Information for local scholarships and select national scholarships is available in the College and Career Office and through the scholarship listing on the CCR website. This list will continue to grow throughout the school year.
VFW-Voice of Democracy
The Voice of Democracy is the Veterans of Foreign Wars’ premier scholarship program. Each year nearly 40,000 high school students compete for more than $2 million in scholarships and incentives, with a top prize of $30,000. Students compete by writing and recording an audio essay on an annual patriotic theme. The 2022-2023 audio-essay competition topic is: Why is the Veteran Important? The Voice of Democracy is open to students in grades 9-12. The VFW Post 5036 will award a $1,000 renewable scholarship for the local winner. Please contact Richard Zawislak (richard.zawislak@yahoo.com) for details on how to submit your entry. All entries should be submitted to the local St. Charles VFW Post 5036 by October 21, 2022 in order to meet the national deadline. Rules and criteria for submitting your application are attached here.
Heisman High School Scholarship Program
Heisman High School Scholarship Program
The Heisman High School Scholarship program honors hundreds of the nation’s most accomplished, community-minded high school senior athletes each year. This year, the college scholarship amounts have been doubled, increasing support for each student-athlete’s education. The program will recognize a winner from each high school that has student participation. The top male and female applicants from each state will be awarded $1,000. State winners will move on for the chance to become a national finalist and win at least $2,000. Of the national finalists, a male and a female will be selected as the winner of the $10,000 National Heisman High School Scholarship. Community-minded scholar-athletes can learn more and apply at https://heismanscholarship.com. the application deadline is October 18, 2022.PEO Star Scholarship-OB Chapter of St. Charles
College & Career Readiness Team
Website: https://sites.google.com/d303.org/stcharleseast--collegecareer/home
Location: 1020 Dunham Road, St. Charles, IL, USA
Phone: 331-228-5538
Twitter: @STCECCR