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SENIORS- CLASS OF 2013

GRADUATION- JUNE 8, 8 P. M. JACKET STADIUM

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Angelina College is now doing tours of the school and counseling to go with the tour for students who are interested in coming to their college. You may call the main office to set up the tour.  936-633-5212.  Angelina College also has some new career sofwtare. You can go online to www.angelina.edu and select "Counseling and Careers".

See the Senior Bulletin Board for recent scholarship information and room 14 has forms for scholarships.

The Park of East Texas awards 10 $3,000 scholarships each year to graduating seniors planning to attend Tyler Junior College.  Scholarship funds are paid as $750 awards each semester for 4 consecutive semesters (Fall and Spring) in the first two years following graduation.  Applications are available on the East Texas State Fair website: www.etstatefair.com . Also see details on the Senior bulletin board.

On October 25, 2013, Angelina College Division of Fine Arts will host a Fine Arts Preview Day for prospective students.

To assist school districts, Region 7 Education Service Center will offer Credit by Exam/Exam for Acceleration tests from    the University of Texas at Austin for grades 9-12.  Region 7 ESC - June 4, 5, and 6, 2013 - 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.  Region 7 ESC - July 9, 10, and 11, 2013 - 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.  Students may earn credit for an academic subject in grades 9-12 if he/she has met the stipulated requirements.

The College of Architecture will be hosting Camp ARCh this summer from July 7th to the 12th. This is from Texas A&M University. Please see the information on the Senior Bulletin Board.

For more scholarship information - go to www.scholarships.com

Go to www.ChristianConnector.com to check out the FREE Christian College Information Service.

Texas Student Housing Scholarship Application is in Room 14. Pick up a copy.

Scholarships are being awarded at Baylor University. Go online at www.baylor.edu/admissions/calculator. To get an application for admission, go to www.baylor.edu/admissions/CarrPCollins.

National Co-op Scholarship Program - Go online to www.waceinc.org.

, On the Distinguished Achievement Plan ,DAP? Remember, requirements include Spanish 3, 4 college courses from Angelina, with a "B" grade in each class, and a limit of 2 courses per semester

To all seniors and juniors: Passage of Senate Bill (SB) 1107, 82nd Texas Legislature, Regular Session, requires all entering students at Texas institutions of higher education to be vaccinated against bacterial meningitis within the last five years and at least 10 days prior to the first day of class.

Seniors -Graduates who are attending Angelina College. Sign up for the new student orientation. Go to www.angelina.edu and click on the "new student orientation tab and then click "register now".

HAZ LA U Scholarship Program - Apply online - www.colgate.com/hazlau

for Scholarships, SAT, ACT, and THEA - you will be asked for school code use this number (440-095)

Next Exit Level TAKS Retest-  July 10- Science. Other tests given that week include English, Math, and Social Studies. Please contact me for registration. Former Students must enroll online to be able to test.These must be passed to be awarded a diploma.

Final GPA is available now.

Juniors -class of 2014

All Juniors who are interested in being in a dual credit senior English class with Ms. Knott must have a written statement by the parents saying they wish to be a part of this class.  We must have at least 10 students in the class.

Visit the website: http:TAS.aerospacescholars.org for more information about the High School Aerospace Scholars program. See the Juniors bulletin board for more information.

To assist school districts, Region 7 Education Service Center will offer Credit by Exam/Exam for Acceleration tests from the University of Texas at Austin for grades 9-12.  Region 7 ESC - June 4, 5, 6, 2013 - 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.  Region 7 ESC - July 9, 10, 11, 2013 - 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.  Students may earn credit for an academic subject in grades 9-12 if he/she has met the stipulated requirements.

The State of Texas Senate Bill 1107 has a requirement for bacterial meningitis vaccination before enrollment at Angelina College. All new students, transfer students, and re-entering students under the age of 30 must provide either evidence the student has received the intitial vaccination or booster dose during the five years preceding and at least 10 days prior to enrollment. This evidence must be submitted to the Office of Student Services.

• link that is a practice for the THEA Accuplacer - www.thea.nesinc.com/Practice.htm

• Accuplacer test is given each Tuesday and Thursday at Angelina college. Phone # - 936-633-5495. Cost is $29.
• 18 credits needed to be a senior.

Remember to be Distinguished, you must take 4 college courses, earn a "B" or better grade and complete Spanish 3. There is a limit of 2 courses per semester. Alto ISD reimburses college classes for tuition only for those who make a "C" or better. Pick up a dual credit packet from Mrs. Bennett to get started. You can begin as early as this fall for college.

Next GPA and rank will be available by June 19

Exit level TAKS test will be:

ELA - July 8

Math- July 9

Science- July 10

Social Studies-July 11

Sophomores- Class of 2015

Questions on STAAR? see TEA website

go to TEA website at www.tea.state.tx.us/student and get resources, also take advantage of daily enrichment, STAAR tutoring,questions and answers

To assist school districts, Region 7 Education Service Center will offer Credit by Exam/Exam for Acceleration tests from the University of Texas at Austin for grades 9-12.  Region 7 ESC - June 4, 5, 6, 2013 - 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.  Region 7 ESC - July 9, 10, 11, 2013 - 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.  Students may earn credit for an academic subject in grades 9-12 if he/she has met the stipulated requirements.

All students after graduating are encouraged to attend a semester training program,one year certificate , 2 year Associate Degree,or a Bachelor's degree and higher from a school, college, university. Each school /college has an entrance test requirement.Students are encouraged to prepare and take appropriate test.

• Great link that is a practice for the THEA Accuplacer - www.thea.nesinc.com/Practice.htm
• Start Thinking College - Check this website out: www.CollegeForTexans.com
• Seven items for Sophomore year at Alto High:

1. Take Plan/review scores
2. Consider taking dual credit college courses next summer. There are 2 summer sessions. Pick up a dual credit packet in Mrs. Bennett's office.
3. Plan next summer, eg. You are considering medical profession - there are camps for juniors, that are designed to introduce students to that career.
4. Look at college options. Are you going where your parents went? Check out websites, gather information, talk with college representatives. Talk to those that are going or have graduated from college.
5. Consider your skills and interests. These may lead to a career, eg. The Kuder profiles - take that interest survey.
6. What are your activities, besides school, Scouts, volunteer at your church, rodeo? Why? To include on your resume, portfolio.
7. Add money to your college savings. Haven't started? That's ok - birthday, gift, rather than spend on a CD, put it in the bank.

• 12 credits needed to be a junior

Freshman -Class of 2016

Questions on STAAR?

test schedule is listed above in the sophomore section

access www.tea.state.tx.us/student.assessment/staar/.

East Texas Rural Electric is sponsoring a leadership camp this summer that has a scholarship potential. Get application  in room 14, 16, or call Pam Ricks at 903-683-2248. Camp begins June 24. deadline is April 12

To assist school districts, Region 7 Education Service Center will offer Credit by Exam/Exam for Acceleration tests from the University of Texas at Austin for grades 9-12.  Region 7 ESC - June 4, 5, 6, 2013 - 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.  Region 7 ESC - July 9, 10, 11, 2013 - 8:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.  Students may earn credit for an academic subject in grades 9-12 if he/she has met the stipulated requirements.

To Be Ready for College, Remember to:

7 Items for Freshmen

1. Begin your high school year with enthusiasm! Apply yourself in all subjects. Military, employers, and colleges look at high school transcripts, not 8th grade scores. You have a new beginning, take advantage of it.
2. Consider extracurricular activities such as band, FFA, clubs, athletics. These can add spice to your year. Example: volunteer at the library or your church.
3. Remember to check your handbook for graduation plans. The Distinguished plan is available for those who want to excel.
4. Be aware of possible resources, eg. library, internet, teachers, staff, community leaders, and your church. For example: website - www.woodburnpress.com has great resources for you and your family. ON that website, look under booklet preparing for college parent excerpts. Year by year - 9th grade - Page 17.
5. Interested in completing college? Your salary could be $54,000 for a 4 year degree. A high school diploma only typically will earn $23,000 a year.
6. Begin to collect awards, photos, newspaper articles, school and community recognition. Put these in a notebook or file for future use. This will be your portfolio or resume. It is important for college entrance.
7. Celebrate your life. Enjoy the good grade you made on a paper, test, or a speech. Participate at the pep rally, basketball game, UIL contest, or track meet. This is a fun year in your life. Take in a rodeo or county fair. Be thankful to family /friends and realize the blessings you have been showered with.

• Interested in College? Here is a good website - www.act.org. Click on the test, then click college planning. All 4 pulldowns are excellent, but TAB college planning checklist has a fresmen year tab click that you will discover several more helpful tabs to better prepare for undergraduate studies.
• Colleges are interested in students who can communicate in writing, speaking, computer skills. Look for opportunities to develop these, for example, FFA officer, Honor Society, Student Council, etc.
• 6 credits needed to be a sophomore