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Henry Clay High School�College 101 Night �2024-2025�

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Henry Clay Counseling Office�Counselors

Sherry Cahill – Students A – Ca

    • sherry.cahill@fayette.kyschools.us - 422-3423 Ext. 53007

Heather Manning – Students Cb - Gi

Rachael Howard – Students Gl - K

    • rachael.howard@fayette.kyschools.us - 422-3423 Ext. 53069

Jordan Tarrence – Students L - M

Josh Edwards – Students N - Sl

    • joshua.edwards@fayette.kyschools.us - 422-3423 Ext. 53006

Ashley Harris – Students Sm – Z

    • Ashley.harris2@fayette.kyschools.us - 422-3423 Ext. 53176

Ciera Bowman – College & Career Coach

ciera.bowan@fayette.kyschools.us - 422-3423 Ext. 53010

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Graduation Requirements

  • English/Language Arts – 4 credits
  • Math – 4 credits
  • Science – 3 credits (Physics, Biology, Chemistry)
  • Social Studies – 3 credits (US Government, World History, US History)
  • Health ½ credit and PE ½ credit
  • Arts and Humanities – 1 credit
  • Electives – 6 credits
  • Total = 22 credits
  • Students who have attended another high school may have additional requirements.
  • Civics test
  • Financial Literacy in Advisory
  • Check with your counselor for your individual questions.

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Transcripts and Credits

  • Check transcript for accuracy.
  • Students are responsible for making sure they have the credits they need to graduate.
  • Are senior students scheduled into classes they need for graduation?
  • Unofficial Transcripts are in Student Portal under Documents.

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����������AP Exam Registration September 27 - October 31

  • AP Exam Registration closes Tuesday, October 31st at 11:59pm.

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  • Registration is a TWO STEP process
    • 1. Go to www.totalregistration.net/AP/181425 to register and pay.
    • 2. Go to myap.collegeboard.org to make sure you’re enrolled in MyAP Classroom for each AP course you are taking.

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  • Students must be enrolled in MyAP Classroom for an exam to be ordered through the College Board.

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  • Cost: $38 per exam

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Senior Year Plan of Action

  • Complete ACT/SAT testing.
    • SENIORS – Optional free ACT in October

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  • College Search Process/Visits.

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  • Apply to College- Pay attention to deadlines.

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  • Paying for College – FAFSA and Scholarships.

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Test Registration

  • Check the ACT and/or SAT dates and get registered.
  • Apply online for ACT at www.actstudent.org or SAT at www.collegeboard.org
  • Students on free/reduced lunch see counselor for fee waiver.
  • ACT College Readiness Benchmarks:
    • English – 18, Math – 19, Reading – 20

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Test Prep�Free, online & directly from testing companies

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Test Optional Admissions

  • Many colleges remain test optional for admissions.

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  • Check college websites to find each college’s policy for students applying for Fall 2025.

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College Search

  • Explore/create/finalize list of colleges you want to apply to through:
  • Online searches using websites such as:
  • College Visits
      • Online through HC & College websites
      • College Fairs
      • On campus visits

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College Visits

  • Most colleges are offering in person visits. Check college websites for specifics for each college.

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  • In person school Policy: Juniors & Seniors may schedule college campus visits. These visits should not exceed a total of 3 school days.

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  • The procedure:
    • 1) Student submits the Request for College Visit form in advance to their counselor. All Junior and Senior students received this form in their packet during Junior/Senior meetings. Also, it can be found on the Henry Clay Counseling website.
    • 2) Student brings confirmation of their visit to the attendance office upon their return to school.

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College Visits to Henry Clay

*Representatives from colleges, universities, and technical schools come to Henry Clay to talk to students in small groups. Registration is on the HC Counseling webpage.

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*A good way to connect with the representative for our area for schools in which you might be interested.

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*Check schedule & register:

bit.ly/HenryClayCCR

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October 15 from 9:30-12p – For (12th) SENIORS only

Transportation will be provided. Electronic permission slips were sent via email to parent/guardian listed in IC.

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5:30p-7:30p: Open to any high school student and their family.

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College Application Process

  • Varies with College- check websites for specific info
  • Most charge an application fee
    • Students on free/reduced lunch should contact their counselor for a fee waiver.
  • Be aware of deadlines
    • Early Decision (Binding- only 1)
    • Restrictive or Single Choice Early Action(Binding-1)
    • Early Action (Non-Binding)
    • Regular Decision (Non-Binding)
    • Scholarship deadlines are usually early

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College Application Process cont…

  • Official transcripts are required for college applications. Colleges prefer to get transcripts electronically. Henry Clay uses Parchment.
  • Students create their account & requests transcripts to be sent at www.parchment.com
  • If using the Common App or Coalition App your transcript will be sent through these programs. www.commonapp.org or www.coalitionforcollegeaccess.org
    • Check the websites to see which schools accept them
    • Make sure to invite your counselor- contact your counselor to make sure they receive the invite
  • Please allow at least 2 weeks for processing of applications.

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The College Application Process – additional materials

Some colleges will require additional materials such as:

    • Essay(s)
    • Supplemental Application
    • Teacher/Other recommendations
    • Interview

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*Pay close attention to college websites and their application checklists to make sure you submit a complete application.

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Letters of Recommendation and Resumes

  • A recommendation letter from your counselor is required for some college applications.
  • Seniors should complete the Senior Info Sheet via the link provided to them during Senior Meetings.
  • The Senior Info Sheet and a resume are very helpful to the counselor in producing the recommendation letter.
    • Please include awards, accomplishments, activities, etc. in your resume.
    • Submit your resume to the counselor at the beginning of your application process.
  • Also please be considerate in asking for recommendations at least 2 weeks before they are needed.

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Financial Aid- FAFSA December 2024

  • Every student considering going to college should complete the FAFSA online. The online application opens sometime in December and students should fill it out as soon as possible.
  • FAFSA = Free Application for Federal Student Aid
  • studentaid.gov
  • Access the FAFSA Completion Guide at: kheaa.com
  • Students & a parent can go ahead and create FSA ID now at https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch
  • Some schools require a supplemental form–CSS Profile—be sure to check with the financial aid office at each college.

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Scholarship Information

  • 1. Always apply for scholarships directly from colleges.
  • 2. A scholarship listing is updated frequently on Henry Clay’s Counseling webpage - bit.ly/HenryClayCCR
    • There is a list for 12th grade and one for 9th-11th grades.
    • See Ms. Bowman for more info.
  • 3. Online scholarship search engines such as:
  • 4. EVERFI – Financial Literacy program completed in Advisory
    • www.everfi.com

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KEES (Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship)

  • Students who make at least a 2.5 GPA can earn a base scholarship amount every year.
  • The better the grades, the more money earned to pay for college.
  • Students can also earn a bonus award for at least a 15 on ACT.
  • Must be a US citizen and KY resident.
  • Students must have their SSN on file at HC to receive KEES money. Students were notified in Advisory if SSN is needed.
  • Check on your KEES status at www.kheaa.com

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For JUNIORS!

  • Youth Salute - www.centralky.youthsalute.com
  • KY Governor’s Scholars Program- Anticipated Deadline: December 1 to the Counseling Office
  • KY Governor’s School for the Arts - Anticipated Deadline: early January 2025
    • Meetings with Ms. Manning:
      • October 14, 15, and 21 during Advisory in Room 151. Only attend one meeting.
  • KY Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs - Application will open soon
  • Complete this form if interested in GSP, GSA, or GSE: bit.ly/HenryClayGS
  • Juniors received more info in their Junior Meeting packet.

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NCAA/NAIA Guidelines

  • If you are a college-bound athlete, you must meet NCAA or NAIA academic eligibility requirements.
    • must have at least a 2.3 GPA
  • Register Online summer after junior year - (Fee waivers are available to students who have used a fee waiver on the ACT and/or SAT.)
  • www.eligibilitycenter.org
  • https://play.mynaia.org
  • Official Test Scores MUST be Sent from

ACT and/or SAT Use Code 9999

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Final Notes

  • Getting In -this is a very useful booklet with lots of helpful information. Please go through this book and access all the resources it provides. It is available online at www.kheaa.com under publications. Seniors received a copy during Senior Meetings.
  • Allow plenty of time for processing and completion of college applications.
  • Check HC’s website often for important announcements, scholarship information, and other helpful hints.

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