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DEL SOL
COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER
WELCOME!
The Del Sol College and Career center is conveniently located in the Library (Room 701)
Career Center Hours:
Monday - Friday
6:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Contact: Mary Thompson, Work-Based-Learning Specialist
Students are encouraged to visit the College and Career Center
before school, after school, during both lunches, or during class with a pass from the teacher.
The Del Sol College and Career Center offers valuable services and resources to help students reach their goals.
Students can find a wide variety of resources on colleges, technical schools, careers, scholarships, financial aid, part-time employment opportunities, SAT, ACT registration, college visits, college events, and military information. Also available are extensive college and university files, including culinary arts, music, art, and alternative schools programs. Browse through college catalogs, and CDs.
The College and Career Center hosts College Admission Representatives (presentations & on-site registration) during the year. Junior and senior students are encouraged to meet with college representatives. The College Visitation schedule is posted on the Del Sol website and announced during daily student announcements. College sign-up sheets are available in the Counselor’s Office. Students must have a pass to attend.
The following services are provided:
· Cooperative Work Experience: (11th or 12th grade student receives credit by combining classroom learning experiences with on-the-job training. The student must work a minimum of 270 hours per semester and have completed the required paperwork to receive work experience credit. The student’s job must be related to a Del Sol High School course in which the student is enrolled. A maximum of two (2) credits may be earned in work experience programs).
· Job Listing: Clark County School District Job Bank Database lists a variety of part-time jobs for high school students (assist student in finding a job). See Mrs. Thompson to receive a job referral. YoungJobs Coming soon!
Other Helpful Websites:
http://www.monster.com
· Job Related: Juvenile Work Permit/Health Card/Sheriff Card
applications (English & Spanish).
· Job Training:
Sierra Nevada Job Corps: http://jobcorps.dol.gov/about.htm
The Sierra Nevada Job Corps Center (SNJCC) provides comprehensive career and academic training, in a residential setting, for unemployed and undereducated youth 16-24 years old. SNJCC is one of Nevada‘s premier job training schools and has trained thousands of students for career employment and promising futures since 1979 at no cost to the participants. Location: SNJCC is located 12 miles north of Reno, Nevada at the former site of the Stead Air Force Base. Las Vegas Office: Sierra Nevada Job Corps, 1050 E. Flamingo Road, Suite E217, Las Vegas, NV, Phone: 382-2702
· Standardized Testing: Sat and ACT Preparation/Information (Reference study guides available for student use).
Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) – The SAT is the nation’s most widely used admissions test among colleges and universities. It tests students’ knowledge of subjects that are necessary for college success: reading, writing, and mathematics. The SAT assesses the critical thinking skills students need for academic success in college – skills that students learned in high school. Registration: www.collegeboard.com
American College Test (ACT) – The ACT is universally accepted for college admission. The ACT is curriculum-based. The ACT is not an aptitude or an IQ test. Instead, the questions on the ACT are directly related to what students have learned in high school courses in English, mathematics, and science. Because the ACT tests are based on what is taught in the high school curriculum, students are generally more comfortable with the ACT than they are with traditional aptitude tests or tests with narrower content. Registration: www.actstudent.org
College: Local and out-of-state college catalogs and files containing information on colleges from all 50 States.
College Reference Books:
The Princeton Review: The Best 371 Colleges 2010 Edition
FISKE GUIDE TO COLLEGES
Cool Colleges
Choosing The Right College
College Success Strategies Best Answers To The 201 Most Frequently Asked Questions about Getting into College
University of Nevada at Las Vegas (UNLV): http://www.unlv.edu/admissions
UNLV On-site Admissions Checklist:
Application receipt from the completed online application (this should already be completed at home prior to the on-site appointment)
Transcripts – must be official sealed transcripts from CCSD (see high school registrar)
12th grade schedule
Copy of ACT and/or SAT scores
Copy of immunizations record – if student cannot provide these for the on-site, they will need to fax or bring the copy to UNLV.
University of Nevada at Reno (UNR): http://www.ss.unr.edu/apply
Admission Requirements for New Freshman:
To be admitted to an undergraduate degree program as a regular freshman student, you must be a graduate of an approved or accredited high school and satisfy these four requirements:
Specific high School courses (13 units) to include:
English-4 units. Emphasis on composition; rhetoric; and American, English and world literature.
Mathematics-3 units. Includes algebra, geometry, trigonometry or other advanced math.
Social Studies-3 unit. Preferably biology, chemistry and physics, with at least two in a laboratory science.
High school grade-point average: Students must have a 3.0 (weighted/unweighted) GPA in the academic courses in order to be admitted to the University of Nevada at Reno. The academic courses include: English, Math, Social Sciences and Natural Sciences. A weighted GPA takes into account the extra difficulty of honors, AP or IB classes. If you have not completed the required high school courses, you will not qualify for regular admission to Nevada, regardless of your GPA or test scores.
If a student does not meet the GPA requirement, they may use an SAT Verbal and Math combined score of 1030 or an ACT composite score of 22 in place of the GPA requirement. Students who graduate with an Advance Diploma from a Nevada High School will be granted admission to the University.
If your GPA is between 2.5 and 2.9, you will be offered enrollment to a Nevada NSHE Community College. You will be offered admission to a Nevada university once you have complete a minimum of 24 college transferable semester credits at NSHE Community College and have a 2.5 GPA in all you course work.
Test scores: Submit ACT or SAT I test scores to support your application for admission. The university will accept both the new (after March 2005) and old (prior to January 2005) ACT/SAT I tests. At this time, the university does not require the writing component.
Immunizations: If you were born in 1957 or later, you must present documentation of immunization for the following before you can be admitted to the university: Two does for measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), and an immunization within the last 10 years for diphtheria/tetanus. If you were born before 1957, you are exempt from the MMR requirement. However, you are required to have a diphtheria/tetanus immunization within the last 10 years.
Nevada State College: http://www.nsc.nevada.edu
Nevada State On-site Admissions Checklist:
Application for admissions
$30 application fee (check or money order made out to Nevada State College)
Official sealed transcripts
Admission Requirements:
2.0 Minimum GPA
4 years of English
3 years of Math (Algebra 1 and higher)
3 years of Social Studies
2 years of Natural Science (with at least 1 lab science)
College of Southern Nevada (CSN):
Apply at: www.csn.edu, select Admissions and Apply/Register
Sierra Nevada College: www.sierranevada.edu
Great Basin College: http://www.gbcnv.edu/
Truckee Meadows Community College: www.tmcc.edu/
Western Nevada Community College: www.wncc.edu/
The Common Application: www.commonapp.org/
· College Visits/Presentations: Meet with local and out-of-state college representatives to determine what college is right for you. Sign-up in the Counselor’s Office and receive a pass to attend college presentations. College presentations are held in the College and Career Center.
· Take a college video tour! http://www.youniversitytv.com/youlife/cvt.php
· College Events:
December 4th - UNR – Nevada Bound
Nevada Bound allows students to make the most of the day by meeting with representatives from several areas on campus. Enjoy a tour of the campus including lunch. Contact the Office for Prospective Students and ask about Nevada Bound. Cost is just $49.00 round trip, for Nevada Bound reservations, fill out and submit form online www.ss.unr.edu/admissions or call 775-784-4700 option 1. This form does not confirm your reservation until you are contacted with confirmation from our office.
University of Nevada Reno
1664 N. Virginia Street
Reno, NV 89557.
December 6 – College 101
This is geared toward students who are a part of Community Based Organizations in Clark County. We invite student and families to come for a short presentation where they will be given information regarding financial aid, scholarships, admissions and housing. At this time they will learn more about the University of Nevada, Reno and what they can do to prepare both financially and academically for their future.
West Las Vegas Library Theatre
951 W. Lake Mead Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89106
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
December 12 – UNR – Apply Day
Parents and prospective students are invited. Join us on Saturday to turn in admissions, financial aid and housing documents. If you would like to schedule a one-on-one meeting with an Admissions coordinator, please make an appointment by calling 702-940-5416.
University of Nevada Reno
Las Vegas Office
8050 Paradise Road, Suite 110
Las Vegas, NV 89123
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
December 14, 2009 (Monday) – Annual Clark County College Portfolio Day
Co-Sponsored by UCLA School of the Arts, this event brings approximately 25 of the top art and design colleges to Las Vegas. College representatives will sit and evaluate students artistic portfolios. Open to all students.
Las Vegas Academy
315 S. 7th Street
Las Vegas, NV 89101
5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Joel S. Diamond, jsdiamond@interact.ccsd.net
702-799-7800, extension 4304
College Prowler (OFF THE RECORD) – College Guides written for students by students. The ultimate source for honest, unbiased, information, College Prowler delivers an inside look at 280 of the top colleges and universities in the U.S. Complete with thousands of student quotes, grades, stats, and reviews, this college guide offers a comprehensive collection of college information. (not available for check-out).
· Scholarships: The scholarship search is a considerable undertaking. It will take time and research. It is never too early to begin searching for scholarships. Most colleges have their own scholarships and some offer special scholarships (for certain major fields or for certain talents) that you can apply for in addition to any that are open to all applicants.
Ask Employers: Parents may already be aware if scholarships are provided for children of employees.
Check local scholarships: Many community organizations, churches, and clubs offer scholarships.
Don’t Get Scammed! Never pay for financial aid, college, or scholarship assistance. To find out how to prevent or report a financial aid scam. Visit or call: www.ftc.gov/scholarshipscams
Scholarship Application Procedures:
You must always adhere to the specific directions set by the individual donor for all applications. The guidelines below should be followed for all applications:
· Read the application for requirements and eligibility.
· Allow sufficient time to complete an application so that it looks professional.
· ALWAYS type the application unless instructions specify “handwritten.”
· Allow adequate time for teachers, counselors, and employers to write letters of recommendation.
· Edit all information for correct grammar and punctuation.
· Organize materials in the order specified.
· Enclose scholarship materials in a folder with a school cover page, if appropriate.
· If required, return scholarship applications to your counselor by SCHOOL due date.
· Should you be awarded a scholarship, it is common courtesy to write a thank-you note to the donor.
Items To Be Attached To Scholarship Applications:
· Resume
· Transcript/Test Scores
· Letters of Recommendation (teacher, coach, counselor, employer)
Items That May Be Needed:
· Financial Need Statement
· Autobiographical Statement
· Photo
· Essay
Helpful websites:
CCSD Guidance and Counseling: http://cpd.ccsd.net/guidance/guidance.html
Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship: http://NevadaTreasurer.gov
Graduating Classes of 2007 and Later**
As a Nevada high school student, you will become eligible for a Millennium Scholarship when all of the following conditions are met:
1. You must graduate with a diploma from a Nevada public or private high school in the graduating class of the year 2000 or later;
2. You must complete high school with at least a 3.25 grade point average calculated using all high school credit granting courses. The grade point average may be weighted or unweighted. You must pass all areas of the Nevada High School Proficiency Examination; and
3. You must have been a resident of Nevada, as defined by the Board of Regents’ policy (Title 4, Chapter 18, Section 18), for at least two of your high school years.
***GRADUATING CLASSES OF 2010 & LATER***
A student who graduates with the class of 2010 or later must complete the core curriculum as defined in the NSHE Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship Policies of the Board of Regents Handbook in section 18.14. Please refer to http://NevadaTreasurer.gov.
**Please contact State Treasurer Brian K. Krolicki’s Millennium Scholarship office regarding the eligibility criteria for students who did not graduate from a Nevada public or private high school.
HOW IS INITIAL ELIGIBILITY DETERMINED?
Your school district will submit your name to the State Treasurer’s office if you are an eligible Millennium Scholar. There is no application form for you to complete.
You will then receive an award packet from the State Treasurer’s Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship office identifying you as a Millennium Scholarship recipient. You may enter your “acknowledgment of award” information online at http://NevadaTreasurer.gov. To receive benefits, you must meet the scholarship’s enrollment requirements at NSHE or Sierra Nevada College. (Eligible Institutions)
The Princeton Review: www.princetonreview.com
Nevada Career Information System (NCIS): www.nvice.intocareers.org
AnyCollege.com: www.anycollege.com
Peterson’s College Quest: www.collegequest.com
· Financial Aid: Money which may be derived from a variety of sources (grants, loans, scholarships, work study) which helps pay for college costs. A “package” of funds is determined by family financial need and the availability of funds.
What is federal student aid?
It’s financial help for eligible students to pay for educational expenses at an eligible postsecondary school (e.g., college, vocational school, graduate school). There are three categories of federal student aid: grants, work-study, and loans. Grant: Financial aid that doesn’t have to be repaid (unless, for example, you withdraw from school and owe a refund). Federal Work-Study: Allows you to earn money for your education; does not have to be repaid. Loans: Allows you to borrow money for your education. You must repay your loans with interest.
How do I apply for federal student aid?
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
FAFSA on the Web: www.fafsa.ed.gov
Before beginning the FAFSA apply for a PIN number at: http://www.pin.ed.gov. (both student & parent apply for a PIN)
A PIN is a 4-digit number that is used in combination with your Social Security Number, name and date of birth to identify you as someone who has the right to access your own personal information on Federal Student Aid Web sites, such as FAFSA on the Web.
The security of your PIN is important because it can be used to:
· Electronically sign Federal Student Aid documents
· Access your personal records, and
· Make binding legal obligations.
You and your parents (if you are a dependent student) will need to sign your FAFSA. We cannot process your FAFSA until we receive your signatures(s). Using a PIN to sign your FAFSA electronically is by far the fastest and most reliable way. However, you can print, sign and mail in a signature page, or provide signature(s) on your paper Student Aid Report (SAR).
You can apply beginning January 1, 2010; you have until June 30, 2010, to submit your FAFSA. But you need to apply early! Schools and states often use FAFSA information to award non federal aid. Their deadlines are usually early in the year. You can find state deadlines at FAFSA on the Web or on the paper FAFSA. Check with the schools you are interested in for their deadlines.
After you apply, you will receive a Student Aid Report, or (SAR). Your SAR contains the information reported on your FAFSA and usually includes your Expected Family Contribution (EFC). The EFC, a measure of your family’s financial strength, is used to determine your eligibility for federal student aid. Review your SAR information and make any corrections or changes, if necessary. The school(s) you list on your FAFSA will get your SAR date electronically.
Contact the school(s) you might attend. Make sure the financial aid office at each school you are interested in has all the information needed to determine your eligibility. If you are eligible, each school’s financial aid office will send you an award letter showing the amount and types of aid (from all sources) the school will offer you. You can compare award letters from the schools to which you applied and see what aid you can receive from each school.
Federal Student Aid Information Center (1-(800)-433-3243): The FSAIC staff can answer your student aid questions and can give you all the help you need (FREE) including:
Information about federal student aid programs; help completing the FAFSA; help in making corrections to your Student Aid Report (SAR) – the document that contains your application results; information about the process of determining financial need and awarding aid; and information about your federal student loans.
Fastweb: www.fastweb.com
Princeton Review:www.princetonreview.com
CCSD Guidance and Counseling: www.ccsd.net/cpd/guidance/guidance
The public Education Foundation: www.ccpef.org
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE): www.wiche.edu/sep/wue
Funding Your Education (U.S. Dept. of Education)
http://www.studentaid.ed.gov/guide
· Careers:
Occupational Outlook Handbook: www.bls.gov/oco/
Career Assessments: Interest inventories and career planning are available to assist in determining career options.
NEVADA CAREER INFORMATION SYSTEM (NCIS) is available to Nevada residents on the Internet at NO charge.
Visit the NCIS web site at www.nvcis.intocareers.org
User name: ncis Password: nevada
· Job Shadow: Allows a student to observe a worker doing a particular job related to their career interest. See Mrs. Thompson if you are interested in a Job Shadow.
· Resume: Assistance with preparing a resume (provides an organized record of information on education, employment experience, special skills, and activities).
· Mock Interviews: Sharpen interview skills by participating in a practice interview.
· Career Exploration Books: Hundreds of career exploration books are
available for student check-out.
· Military: The military develops skills such as leadership and discipline. Information on all branches of the military, including scholarship and educational opportunities. Meet with recruiters by appointment.
U.S. Military Academy: www.usma.edu (West Point, NY)
U.S. Naval Academy: www.nadn.navy.mil (Annapolis, MD)
U.S. Air Force Academy: www.usafa.af.mil (Colorado Springs, CO)
U.S. Coast Guard Academy: www.cga.edu/ (New London, CT)
U.S. Merchant Marine Academy: www.usmma.edu (Kings Point, NY)
Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB):
All prospective recruits take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB). Test results on the ASVAB determine your qualifications for enlistment and for job training opportunities. The ASVAB is given at high schools or testing arrangements can be made with the military recruiters. The ASVAB is administered at Del Sol during the fall to juniors and seniors. Peterson’s Master The ASVAB study guide available for student use.
· College/Career Fair: What is a College/Career Fair?
Gives students an excellent opportunity to learn more about colleges and careers, identify job opportunities, and network with employers. Students are able to meet with local and out-of-state college representatives to determine what college best suites them both personally and academically. Students meet with local business representatives to gather information about companies and what opportunities are available to them. Perhaps even get an interview!
Del Sol College & Career Fair
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. (Main Gym)