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Vol 1 SEPTEMBER 2006
| ACT |
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Test Date |
Regular Registration Postmark Deadline |
Late Registration Postmark Deadline |
| September 16, 2006 | August 18, 2006 | August 25, 2006 |
| October 28, 2006 | September 22, 2006 | October 6, 2006 |
| December 9, 2006 | November 3, 2006 | November 16, 2006 |
| February 10, 2007 | January 5, 2007 | January 19, 2007 |
| April 14, 2007 | March 9, 2007 | March 23, 2007 |
| June 9, 2007 | May 4, 2007 | May 18, 2007 |
| SAT |
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Test Date |
Regular Registration Postmark Deadline |
Late Registration Postmark Deadline |
| October 14, 2006 | September 12, 2006 | September 20, 2006 |
| November 4, 2006 | September 29, 2006 | October 11, 2006 |
| December 2, 2006 | November 1, 2006 | November 9, 2006 |
| January 27, 2007 | December 20, 2006 | January 4, 2007 |
| March 10, 2007 | February 2, 2007 | February 14, 2007 |
| May 5, 2007 | March 29, 2007 | April 11, 2007 |
| June 2, 2007 | April 27, 2007 | May 9, 2007 |
September
September 18 – NorTex College Fair, University
of North Texas Coliseum, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
http://essc.unt.edu/recruitment/nortex/index.htm
September 20 – Washington University in St. Louis –
Informational Session
Marriott Dallas/Fort Worth
September 28 – Massachusetts Institute
of Technology – Informational Session
The Hockaday School, Hoblitzelle Auditorium, 11600 Welch Road, Dallas, 7:00
p.m.
September 30 – Academic Kickoff 2006
for Latino students in grades 9-11
University of North Texas Union Lyceum, 9:00 am – 10:00 p.m.
Lunch Visits
September 11 – Randolph-Macon Woman’s College, Baylor University
September 12 – Miami University, University of Alabama
September 13 – Michigan State University,
University of Arkansad
September 18 – University of Texas at San Antonio, Washington
University - St Louis
September 19 – Drew University
September 21 – Colorado State
| If you will be attending a public college in Texas, you must take the THEA exam, or be exempt before you register for classes. Contact the school you will be attending for exemption policies. You can register for the THEA exam online or obtain a paper application from the counseling office. Information is also in your senior handbook and on the FMHS website. |
SAT Subject Tests: Some colleges require SAT subject test(s) for admission. The SAT Subject Tests are designed to measure knowledge, and the ability to apply that knowledge, in specific subject areas. Students take the Subject Tests to demonstrate to colleges their mastery of specific subjects like English, History and Social Studies, Mathematics, Science, and Language. The basic fee is $18.00, plus individual fees (from $8.00-$18.00) for each test.
Do you need help deciding on a major? Check out www.MyMajors.com to narrow your search. MyMajors is linked to by 140 school counseling sites, 45 university academic advisement sites and the National Academic Advisement Association.
SCHOLARSHIP |
DESCRIPTION |
CONTACT |
DEADLINE |
| Ackinson Scholarship Opportunity | Scholarship is open to Junior and Senior students and any full-time student who has been accepted to or who is currently enrolled in a college. Essay is required. Amount: $1,750 | http://www.ackinson.com/scholarships.htm | September 25, 2006 |
| North Carolina State University Park Scholarship | Senior applicant planning to attend North Carolina State University. Applicant must be endorsed by your counselor. Amount: $107,000 (out of state award) | www.ncsu.edu/park_scholarships | October 1, 2006 |
| Washington University
in St. Louis Danforth Scholars Program |
Student planning to attend Washington University in St. Louis may apply. Selection is based on service, leadership, academic excellence, maturity, strong moral character, selflessness, and commitment to community. Amount: Up to full tuition | Counseling office | October 15, 2006 |
| Horatio Alger Scholarship Program | Senior student in critical financial need. Other criteria include involvement in co-curricular and community activities, demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, and minimum GPA of 2.0. Amount: Unknown | www.horatioalger.com | October 30, 2006 |
| Coca-Cola Scholarship | Senior students may apply. Applicants are evaluated on leadership demonstrated, community commitment, academic achievement, and part-time employment. Applicant must have 3.0 GPA at the end of their junior year. Amount: $10,000 - $20,000 | www.coca-colascholars.org | October 31, 2006 |
| Prudential Spirit of Community Awards | Student must be in grades 5-12 and has engaged in a volunteer activity that occurred at least in part after September 1, 2005. Amount: $1,000 - $5,000 | Counseling office or www.prudential.com/spirit | October 31, 2006 Return to Mrs. Wilson in the Counseling Office |
| Susan G. Komen Foundation | Senior student who has had a parent die of breast cancer may apply. Amount: up to $10,000/yr | www.komen.org | November 1, 2006 |
| Neeley Entrepreneurship Program | This program recognizes young high school age entrepreneurs for their success in business. The high school student must have started and managed a business. Amount: $1,000 - $5,000 If the student attends TCU, the scholarships will double. | http://www.neeley.tcu.edu | November 1, 2006 |
| New York University Martin Luther King, Jr., Scholars Program |
Senior student must be nominated. This honors program recognizes students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement, and shown significant involvement in school and community activities. Amount: Unknown | Counseling office or www.nyu.edu/mlkscholars | November 1, 2006 |
| U.S. Air Force Reserve
Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) Scholarship Pilot Recruiting Diversity Program |
Minimum requirements for this program include 3.25 GPA and a 26 ACT score or 1180 SAT score. Applicants must also pass a Physical Fitness Test; an Air Force Officer Qualification Test; a DOD physical exam and be interviewed by an Air Force Officer. Amount: Undergraduate college tuition costs for four years, book allowance: $750, monthly stipend from $250 - $400 | Counseling office | December 1, 2006 |
| Suntrust Off To College Scholarship Sweepstakes | Senior students may enter beginning on September 15th to win a $1,000 scholarship. One winner will be chosen every two weeks from October 31, 2006 through May 11, 2007. Amount: $1,000 | www.offtocollege.info or www.suntrusteducation.com | April 30, 2007 |