2015-16

Please go to Calvary Christian High School Newsletter for information.

calvary2college.com 06/05/2015

Final Edition of calvary2college for School Year 2014-15!!

A word of thanks…

Recently, it dawned on both Mrs. Peabody and me that it was a “first & last” scenario for us. For me, it was my first year at  CCHS, and it has been a fantastic year!!  I’d like to thank Mr. Kilgore for his support of the college counseling program at CCHS. Additionally, I have found our CCHS parents to be wonderful supporters of both their students and also what we are trying to do through the college counseling program. Thank you for partnering with us.  Furthermore, I have enjoyed my interactions with our CCHS students more than I can adequately express. So many times you made my day with a word of thanks, a bit of humor, or just trusting me with some matters you needed to discuss. You all truly made my year a special one!!

It is also a “last” for a Godly woman, great mentor, dear friend, and my sister in Christ – Cindy Peabody.  As she has done for the past 15 years at CCHS, she will continue to invest her life into that of others for the glory of Jesus Christ (particularly her sweet grandchildren). As Scripture states, “Let another person praise you…” and that is my desire…to praise a person whose heart was knit with mine from the moment we met because we both love our Saviour, are called to His Kingdom work, and love students.  Only God can form those kinds of deep friendships which remind us a bit of the amazing fellowship we will have in Heaven one day unfettered by the curse of sin. You cannot replace a Cindy Peabody. You can only hope that you honor her tireless efforts by continuing with excellence the work God used her to start. I thank my God on every remembrance of you, dear friend. There are several crowns in Heaven awaiting you for the many unseen acts of kindness you have offered to students, parents, and colleagues across time.

– Ms. Holderby

Special Note for Rising Seniors (The Class of 2016)

Ms. Holderby will have office hours (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) until June 19 and return to the office July 27. If you need a college recommendation or profile completed for the college application process, please contact her during these hours. Be sure that you have completely updated your resume in Naviance.

Requesting transcripts for colleges or NCAA eligibility certification: Please remember that you must request all transcript through Naviance.

Naviance Student College Application Process

Note the procedures for teacher recommendations as well. Please do not request a teacher recommendation unless a college specifically asks for it.

Community Service Hours – Summer Reminders

During the transition mentioned above, you can submit community service forms to either Mrs. Bonnie Doucette or Mrs. Angela Don.

Students are encouraged to turn in their summer community service logs when they return to school (during the first week back to class).

Students may mail or fax the forms to the school during the summer if they so desire.

To view your Community Service hours on RebWeb, please follow these instructions:

   Go to Family Information

   Select the Student’s Name

   Then Service Hours

Community Service Forms can be printed from here.

Course Selection 2015-16: Next Steps

• July 1: Approved schedules available – you will be notified by email
• August: Ms. Holderby & Mrs. Joseph available for any additional counseling re: courses
• First week of school: Drop/Add period – all schedules are final after this period. You cannot drop or add a class in the middle of a semester.

PSAT Preparation this Summer           

Calvary Christian High School administers the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) each year to students in grades 9-11.  This year’s administration will occur on October 14, 2015. As mentioned in a previous calvary2college article, this administration will be the first of the redesigned SAT Assessments.  Rising juniors should take advantage of the summer to review their results from the PSAT taken this past year and address any weaknesses prior to going into the all-important administration of the PSAT/NMSQT as an 11th grader.

Why do we give the PSAT at CCHS? Here are just a few reasons:

• It’s good practice for the “experience” of taking standardized exams in general.
• For 9th and 10th graders, gaining familiarity with the PSAT allows students to feel more confident when it comes time to take the SAT.
• For 11th graders, taking the PSAT may qualify them for the National Merit Scholarship Program. Only 11th graders are entered into this competition.
• Information gained from the PSAT self-assessment as well as the test scores helps students in defining the “best fit” for college.
• Colleges use the data gained from the PSAT to begin recruitment of students.
• Students can take advantage of fantastic resources provided by The College Board to do further research on colleges, academic majors, and other valuable information pertinent to their college search process.
• Additionally, The College Board provides feedback on areas of academic strengths and weaknesses. This information is incredibly helpful for addressing any deficiencies prior to taking the actual SAT.

How Can I prepare for the PSAT this summer?

Practice – Use the free test preparation materials provided by The College Board: PSAT Test Preparation Website. Practicing for standardized tests is very similar to preparing for a marathon. As you practice, be sure to simulate the time pressure you will be under.

Read, read, read!!  Find a few good books you really enjoy and take them with you to the beach, the pool, etc. As a culture, we don’t read enough and it shows in various ways. Readers are leaders, so become both. 🙂

Use reputable tutors to help address any areas of weakness identified on previous practice tests. Sometimes these “weaknesses” are just fundamentals you have forgotten (e.g. grammar). However, you may also identify true deficiencies. A good tutor will be helpful in assessing these areas and developing a plan to address them. This takes time, so don’t wait two or three weeks before the test to seek this kind of help.

ACT/SAT Information – Dates for School Year 2015-16

The ACT/SAT Test Dates for the 2015-2016 school year will be posted once The College Board releases their information.  The ACT has already done so (click here).

Please remember that beginning in March, the new Redesigned SAT will be administered. Rising seniors will feel the most impact from this transition year. Taking the ACT or SAT is a graduation requirement. When signing up for the SAT or ACT you should include the Writing section.

Looking for ACT or SAT Test Preparation Information?

ACT Test Preparation

SAT Test Preparation

Free SAT preparation now offered by Khan Academy. SAT practice tests will be available in June.

**Tutoring Information: CCHS is pleased to inform you that we have staff members and a parent who also do SAT & ACT tutoring. If you are interested, please contact them.

Mrs. Lavonna Eudy – SAT/ACT Math only. Mrs. Eudy can tutor during your student’s study hall period. On average, her students have scored 60-80 points higher on the SAT math portion. Cost: $40 per session. Book is required.  Contact her by email at theudys@gmail.com or by phone at 727-515-2957
Ms. Annette Morales – SAT Critical Reading only.  You can contact Ms. Morales at her CCHS email address for further information.
Mrs. Amy Smith, Advanced Learners Private Tutoring – SAT/ACT tutoring. Email: asmith@advancedlearners.com
Mr. Merle Barlow – SAT Math only. His office is located in room ST314 (third floor of the church wing). Please contact Mr. Barlow at merlealvinbarlow@verizon.net or at 727-724-6030 to schedule tutoring.

Prospective Student Athletes

Students interested in playing intercollegiate sports should be aware of the requirements from the NCAA or the NAIA. Please observe deadlines related to sending your transcripts to the appropriate eligibility center.

For NCAA initial eligibility, you will need to submit your CCHS transcript to the Clearinghouse after completion of your junior year.  Additionally, you should have all of your ACT/SAT scores sent directly to the NCAA from The College Board and/or The ACT.  The code for the Clearinghouse is “9999.”

• NCAA Clearinghouse/Eligibility Center – www.eligibilitycenter.org
• NAIA Eligibility Center – www.naiaeligibilitycenter.org

Senior Corner

Reminders

Final High School Transcript: Once you have indicated the school you will be attending in Naviance, don’t forget to request your final transcript. Students athletes also need to request a final transcript for NCAA or NAIA. Final transcripts requested in Naviance will be sent on Friday, June 5th.

Dual Credit Courses: If you took dual credit courses, you must request your college transcripts be sent to the college you are enrolling in.  While your dual credit course will be reflected on your CCHS transcript, the colleges will only recognized the course/grade given on the official college transcript for transfer of credit. Select here to see procedures for requesting your official college transcript from St. Petersburg College.

Advanced Placement Credit for College: Your college of enrollment must receive your Advanced Placement Exam scores from The College Board. To have your scores sent to your college of choice, please see these instructions.

Always check your college email and your student website. Be aware that at some point you will have a university email address created for you. Faculty and other college administrators (e.g. financial aid) use email and the student portal almost exclusively to communicate with students.

Know who to communicate with regarding questions you have. If in doubt, always go back to your admissions counselor/admissions office. They will know where to direct you to get your answers.

Amy Holderby and Cindy Peabody, College Placement Advisors
Calvary Christian High School Clearwater,  FL  

calvary2college.com 05/29/2015

A Meaningful Summer: Have You Planned Yours?

Did you know that selective and highly selective colleges give serious consideration to how you have spent your summers while in high school? “Meaningful” can have a variety of definitions, but these types of colleges typically will be looking for students who are serious about their academic preparation and contributing to the college community as well as to the world community.

Students can attend a pre-college program, secure an internship/job shadow, volunteer, or find a summer job. Taking the initiative to explore a new subject or attend a summer program will give you an advantage. Doing community service that is meaningful is important too. Tying your community service to a passion/talent you possess and looking for ways to make a difference in your church or local neighborhood will not only make you stand out in the competitive college-going crowd, but, more importantly,  it will also grow and shape a possible calling on your life.

Here are just a few examples of what this looks like (taken from the winners of the 2015 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards):

Florida winner: A senior at a private school in Miami, Florida started a non-profit organization that has helped more than 500 undocumented young immigrants apply for temporary residence and employment in the US under DACA. She is from an immigrant family and is thankful for her US citizenship. She wants to help others find a pathway to citizenship.

Arkansas winner: A middle school student uses Christmas money to rent a plot in his church’s community garden, and then he grows vegetables that he sells to benefit a local shelter for homeless families.

Arizona winner: A high school freshman organizes patriotic shows for veterans at local nursing homes and veteran’s organizations. He and his performance troupe, known as “Swing Kids,” rehearse and perform on weekends. After the shows, they take time to hang around and listen to the veterans talk about their experiences.

As Christ followers, we should be looking for ways to “give a cup of cold water in Jesus’ name.” Doing so opens up opportunities to show you care about people and will give you a relationship from which you can share the most important news of all – The Gospel Message.

Summer College Application Boot Camp – for rising seniors (Class of 2016) – last call. Registration closing soon.

We still have room for a few more rising seniors to join us for our annual College Application Boot Camp. To register, simply select the link below and complete the registration and payment form.

Boot Camp Details

Dates: August 3-5 from 9 a.m. – 12:00 noon; Optional college visit day on August 6th (USF, Tampa)
Cost: $100 (includes all expenses except lunch at USF)
Registration: Limited to the first 20 seniors who register
Schedule: click here

Course Selection 2015-16: Next Steps

• July 1: Approved schedules available – you will be notified by email
• August: Ms. Holderby & Mrs. Joseph available for any additional counseling re: courses
• First week of school: Drop/Add period – all schedules are final after this period. You cannot drop or add a class in the middle of a semester.

All of the AP/Dual Credit handouts are available above (AP/DC 2015-16). The process for SPC and CCC are outlined as well as handouts for each AP/DC course.

PSAT Preparation this Summer           

Calvary Christian High School administers the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) each year to students in grades 9-11.  This year’s administration will occur on October 14, 2015. As mentioned in a previous calvary2college article, this administration will be the first of the redesigned SAT Assessments.  Rising juniors should take advantage of the summer to review their results from the PSAT taken this past year and address any weaknesses prior to going into the all-important administration of the PSAT/NMSQT as an 11th grader.

Why do we give the PSAT at CCHS? Here are just a few reasons:

• It’s good practice for the “experience” of taking standardized exams in general.
• For 9th and 10th graders, gaining familiarity with the PSAT allows students to feel more confident when it comes time to take the SAT.
• For 11th graders, taking the PSAT may qualify them for the National Merit Scholarship Program. Only 11th graders are entered into this competition.
• Information gained from the PSAT self-assessment as well as the test scores helps students in defining the “best fit” for college.
• Colleges use the data gained from the PSAT to begin recruitment of students.
• Students can take advantage of fantastic resources provided by The College Board to do further research on colleges, academic majors, and other valuable information pertinent to their college search process.
• Additionally, The College Board provides feedback on areas of academic strengths and weaknesses. This information is incredibly helpful for addressing any deficiencies prior to taking the actual SAT.

How Can I prepare for the PSAT this summer?

Practice – Use the free test preparation materials provided by The College Board: PSAT Test Preparation Website. Practicing for standardized tests is very similar to preparing for a marathon. As you practice, be sure to simulate the time pressure you will be under.

Read, read, read!!  Find a few good books you really enjoy and take them with you to the beach, the pool, etc. As a culture, we don’t read enough and it shows in various ways. Readers are leaders, so become both. 🙂

Use reputable tutors to help address any areas of weakness identified on previous practice tests. Sometimes these “weaknesses” are just fundamentals you have forgotten (e.g. grammar). However, you may also identify true deficiencies. A good tutor will be helpful in assessing these areas and developing a plan to address them. This takes time, so don’t wait two or three weeks before the test to seek this kind of help.

ACT/SAT Information – Dates for School Year 2015-16

The ACT/SAT Test Dates for the 2015-2016 school year will be posted once The College Board releases their information.  The ACT has already done so (click here).

Please remember that beginning in March, the new Redesigned SAT will be administered. Rising seniors will feel the most impact from this transition year. Taking the ACT or SAT is a graduation requirement. When signing up for the SAT or ACT you should include the Writing section.

Looking for ACT or SAT Test Preparation Information?

ACT Test Preparation

SAT Test Preparation

Free SAT preparation now offered by Khan Academy. SAT practice tests will be available in June.

**Tutoring Information: CCHS is pleased to inform you that we have staff members and a parent who also do SAT & ACT tutoring. If you are interested, please contact them.

Mrs. Lavonna Eudy – SAT/ACT Math only. Mrs. Eudy can tutor during your student’s study hall period. On average, her students have scored 60-80 points higher on the SAT math portion. Cost: $40 per session. Book is required.  Contact her by email at theudys@gmail.com or by phone at 727-515-2957
Ms. Annette Morales – SAT Critical Reading only.  You can contact Ms. Morales at her CCHS email address for further information.
Mrs. Amy Smith, Advanced Learners Private Tutoring – SAT/ACT tutoring. Email: asmith@advancedlearners.com
Mr. Merle Barlow – SAT Math only. His office is located in room ST314 (third floor of the church wing). Please contact Mr. Barlow at merlealvinbarlow@verizon.net or at 727-724-6030 to schedule tutoring.

Prospective Student Athletes

Students interested in playing intercollegiate sports should be aware of the requirements from the NCAA or the NAIA. Please observe deadlines related to sending your transcripts to the appropriate eligibility center.

For NCAA initial eligibility, you will need to submit your CCHS transcript to the Clearinghouse after completion of your junior year.  Additionally, you should have all of your ACT/SAT scores sent directly to the NCAA from The College Board and/or The ACT.  The code for the Clearinghouse is “9999.”

• NCAA Clearinghouse/Eligibility Center – www.eligibilitycenter.org
• NAIA Eligibility Center – www.naiaeligibilitycenter.org

Senior Corner

Reminders

Final High School Transcript: Once you have indicated the school you will be attending in Naviance, don’t forget to request your final transcript. Students athletes also need to request a final transcript for NCAA or NAIA. Final transcripts requested in Naviance will be sent on Friday, June 5th.

Dual Credit Courses: If you took dual credit courses, you must request your college transcripts be sent to the college you are enrolling in.  While your dual credit course will be reflected on your CCHS transcript, the colleges will only recognized the course/grade given on the official college transcript for transfer of credit. Select here to see procedures for requesting your official college transcript from St. Petersburg College.

Advanced Placement Credit for College: Your college of enrollment must receive your Advanced Placement Exam scores from The College Board. To have your scores sent to your college of choice, please see these instructions.

Always check your college email and your student website. Be aware that at some point you will have a university email address created for you. Faculty and other college administrators (e.g. financial aid) use email and the student portal almost exclusively to communicate with students.

Know who to communicate with regarding questions you have. If in doubt, always go back to your admissions counselor/admissions office. They will know where to direct you to get your answers.

Amy Holderby and Cindy Peabody, College Placement Advisors
Calvary Christian High School Clearwater,  FL  

calvary2college.com 05/22/2015

 Second Semester Exams

As you know, we are changing the process for administering final exams. This semester students are taking exams by subject (English/Math on Tuesday; Science/Social Studies on Wednesday and Spanish on Thursday).

NOTE: The second exam on Thursday (10:15-12:15) is the Make Up exam and for those students taking multiple classes in one discipline (for example two science classes).

Room Locations: To find your exam room for each exam, select this link.  You may not be in the same room for every exam.

Tuesday, May 26
7:45-9:45        ENGLISH
10:15-12:15     MATH

Tuesday, May 27
7:45-9:45        SCIENCE
10:15-12:15     SOCIAL STUDIES

Wednesday, May 28
7:45-9:45        SPANISH
10:15-12:15    MAKE-UP’s – For students who need to do a “make-up” exam or take a second subject exams (e.g. A student enrolled in 2 Science courses)

Community Service Forms Due!

Remember to turn in any Community Service forms from work that you did this semester by next Friday, May 29. Community service performed over the summer is due the first week of school.

LINK TO COMMUNITY SERVICE FORM

 

Summer College Application Boot Camp – for rising seniors (Class of 2016) – there is still room for you!!

We still have room for a few more rising seniors to join us for our annual College Application Boot Camp. To register, simply select the link below and complete the registration and payment form.

Boot Camp Details

Dates: August 3-5 from 9 a.m. – 12:00 noon; Optional college visit day on August 6th (USF, Tampa)
Cost: $100 (includes all expenses except lunch at USF)
Registration: Limited to the first 20 seniors who register
Schedule: click here

Course Selection 2015-16: Next Steps

• May 22: Dual Credit process deadline. Complete all steps required by this date.
• July 1: Approved schedules available – you will be notified by email
• August: Ms. Holderby & Mrs. Joseph available for any additional counseling re: courses
• First week of school: Drop/Add period – all schedules are final after this period. You cannot drop or add a class in the middle of a semester.

All of the AP/Dual Credit handouts are available above (AP/DC 2015-16). The process for SPC and CCC are outlined as well as handouts for each AP/DC course.

PSAT Preparation this Summer

Calvary Christian High School administers the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) each year to students in grades 9-11.  This year’s administration will occur on October 14, 2015. As mentioned in a previous calvary2college article, this administration will be the first of the redesigned SAT Assessments.  Rising juniors should take advantage of the summer to review their results from the PSAT taken this past year and address any weaknesses prior to going into the all-important administration of the PSAT/NMSQT as an 11th grader.

Why do we give the PSAT at CCHS? Here are just a few reasons:

• It’s good practice for the “experience” of taking standardized exams in general.
• For 9th and 10th graders, gaining familiarity with the PSAT allows students to feel more confident when it comes time to take the SAT.
• For 11th graders, taking the PSAT may qualify them for the National Merit Scholarship Program. Only 11th graders are entered into this competition.
• Information gained from the PSAT self-assessment as well as the test scores helps students in defining the “best fit” for college.
• Colleges use the data gained from the PSAT to begin recruitment of students.
• Students can take advantage of fantastic resources provided by The College Board to do further research on colleges, academic majors, and other valuable information pertinent to their college search process.
• Additionally, The College Board provides feedback on areas of academic strengths and weaknesses. This information is incredibly helpful for addressing any deficiencies prior to taking the actual SAT.

How Can I prepare for the PSAT this summer?

Practice – Use the free test preparation materials provided by The College Board: PSAT Test Preparation Website. Practicing for standardized tests is very similar to preparing for a marathon. As you practice, be sure to simulate the time pressure you will be under.

Read, read, read!!  Find a few good books you really enjoy and take them with you to the beach, the pool, etc. As a culture, we don’t read enough and it shows in various ways. Readers are leaders, so become both. 🙂

Use reputable tutors to help address any areas of weakness identified on previous practice tests. Sometimes these “weaknesses” are just fundamentals you have forgotten (e.g. grammar). However, you may also identify true deficiencies. A good tutor will be helpful in assessing these areas and developing a plan to address them. This takes time, so don’t wait two or three weeks before the test to seek this kind of help.

ACT/SAT Information – Dates for School Year 2015-16

The ACT/SAT Test Dates for the 2015-2016 school year will be posted once The College Board releases their information.  The ACT has already done so (click here).

Please remember that beginning in March, the new Redesigned SAT will be administered. Rising seniors will feel the most impact from this transition year. Taking the ACT or SAT is a graduation requirement. When signing up for the SAT or ACT you should include the Writing section.

Looking for ACT or SAT Test Preparation Information?

ACT Test Preparation

SAT Test Preparation

Free SAT preparation now offered by Khan Academy. SAT practice tests will be available in June.

**Tutoring Information: CCHS is pleased to inform you that we have two staff members and a parent who also do SAT & ACT tutoring. If you are interested, please contact them.

Mrs. Lavonna Eudy – SAT/ACT Math only. Mrs. Eudy can tutor during your student’s study hall period. On average, her students have scored 60-80 points higher on the SAT math portion. Cost: $40 per session. Book is required.  Contact her by email at theudys@gmail.com or by phone at 727-515-2957
Ms. Annette Morales – SAT Critical Reading only.  You can contact Ms. Morales at her CCHS email address for further information.
Mrs. Amy Smith, Advanced Learners Private Tutoring – SAT/ACT tutoring. Email: asmith@advancedlearners.com
Mr. Merle Barlow – SAT Math only. His office is located in room ST314 (third floor of the church wing). Please contact Mr. Barlow at merlealvinbarlow@verizon.net or at 727-724-6030 to schedule tutoring.

Prospective Student Athletes

Students interested in playing intercollegiate sports should be aware of the requirements from the NCAA or the NAIA. Please observe deadlines related to sending your transcripts to the appropriate eligibility center.

• NCAA Clearinghouse/Eligibility Center – www.eligibilitycenter.org
• NAIA Eligibility Center – www.naiaeligibilitycenter.org

Senior Corner

Important Dates for Seniors

• Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal – May 28  from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • 9-11:30 a.m.: graduation practice, issue cords & stoles
  • 11:30-12:30: Lunch break (on your own/off campus if you wish)
  • 12:30-4 p.m.: Class photo with caps & gowns; individual photos receiving your diploma
  • What to wear
    • Men – hair trimmed, clean-shaven; white collared shirt, navy or black pants, dark tie, dark dress shoes
    • Ladies – dark dress/skirt that is appropriate length for dress code; hair and makeup ready
    • All – You must bring your cap and gown pressed and on a hanger.
• Class of 2015 Commencement Ceremony – May 29
  • Seniors report to the choir room at 5:45 p.m.
  • Please, no parents in the gym prior to graduation.

Other Reminders

Once you have indicated the school you will be attending in Naviance, don’t forget to request your final transcript. Students athletes also need to request a final transcript for NCAA or NAIA. Final transcripts requested in Naviance will be sent on Friday, June 5th.

Always check your college email and your student website at the colleges you are accepted to. Be aware that at some point you will have a university email address created for you. Faculty and other college administrators (e.g. financial aid) use email and the student portal almost exclusively to communicate with students.

Know who to communicate with regarding questions you have. If in doubt, always go back to your admissions counselor/admissions office. They will know where to direct you to get your answers.

Amy Holderby and Cindy Peabody, College Placement Advisors
Calvary Christian High School Clearwater,  FL  

calvary2college.com 05/15/2015

2014-15 College Admissions Cycle: Lessons Learned

As the college admission cycle comes to a close for the current year, admissions professionals begin to do a final analysis in order to inform the upcoming recruitment year. Here are some key findings prospective students and parents might find helpful as you continue your college research& planning:

• The average selectivity rate at four-year colleges was 64.7%, up slightly from 63.9%. Students who were put on a waitlist status were accepted at a slightly higher rate than previous years.
• Acceptance rates for early decision went up from 53% to 63%. A similar increase was reported for colleges who use some form of non-binding early action process. So, applying by priority decision deadlines or through the early decision process does pay off. Colleges find that filling their class with early qualified applicants allows them to shape the remainder of the student enrollment and answer institutional budgetary questions in a more timely manner. Therefore, rising seniors should continue to plan on completing their applications from July 1-October 1 to increase their chance of admission.
• The most important factors in evaluating college applications, in order, according to the report was as follows:

1. grades in college-preparatory classes
2. strength of the curriculum
3. standardized admission test scores
4. overall high school grade point average

Other factors: essay, demonstrated interest in college (e.g. official campus visit by student/parents), recommendations (if requested), extracurricular activities, and class rank.

Source for article: National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) State of College Admission report. Calvary Christian High School is a member school of NACAC and SACAC (The Southern Association for College Admissions Counseling).

Semester Exam Exemptions: Deadline this Friday, May 15!!

Students in grades 9-11 MUST complete and submit their exemption applications by 3:00 p.m. on Friday. Exam Exemption forms are available in the resource rack on the third floor of the high school wing.

2015-16 Dual Credit Enrollment Deadlines

If you signed up to take College Algebra next year, the pre-test is Tuesday, May 19 at 3:00 pm in the Computer Lab, HS 312.

If you signed up to take Dual Credit US History or Dual Credit Comp I or II, you must meet the SPC enrollment criteria by May 22. For students currently enrolled in US History Dual Credit, you do not need to do anything. All other students must either take the placement test or have their SAT or ACT scores verified. You will need to obtain a “Pink Card” from Mrs. Peabody or Mrs. Joseph and go to one of the SPC testing centers. We are NOT able to enroll you in these classes if you do not do this.

 Second Semester Exams

Please review the information below carefully to know when you are taking your finals. Any exceptions to the schedule below need to be approved by Mrs. Joseph.

Seniors NOT Going on Senior Trip – Exam Week May 18
Testing Room: Report to PS180

Monday, May 18
7:45-9:45        ENGLISH
10:15-12:15     MATH

Tuesday, May 19
7:45-9:45        SCIENCE
10:15-12:15     SOCIAL STUDIES

Wednesday, May 20
7:45-9:45        SPANISH
10:15-12:15    MAKE-UPs

Grades 9-11 – Exam Week May 26
Testing rooms to be announced

Tuesday, May 26
7:45-9:45        ENGLISH
10:15-12:15     MATH

Tuesday, May 27
7:45-9:45        SCIENCE
10:15-12:15     SOCIAL STUDIES

Wednesday, May 28
7:45-9:45        SPANISH
10:15-12:15    MAKE-UPs

Course Selection 2015-16: Next Steps

Congratulations to everyone for your great work on submitting your course selections!! You may be wondering “what’s next?” at this point.  Here’s your answer:

• May 22: Dual Credit process deadline. Complete all steps required by this date.
• July 1: Approved schedules available – you will be notified by email
• August: Ms. Holderby & Mrs. Joseph available for any additional counseling re: courses
• First week of school: Drop/Add period – all schedules are final after this period.

All of the AP/Dual Credit handouts are available above (AP/DC 2015-16). The process for SPC and CCC are outlined as well as handouts for each AP/DC course.

Dual Enrollment Application Guidelines – Reminders

St. Petersburg College: Students currently enrolled in  dual credit courses (US History/Composition) do not need to do anything through SPC at this time. Students who will be new to the SPC Dual Enrollment program, need to follow the guidelines given on the CCHS Dual Enrollment Process 2015-16 handout found under the link above. The deadline is May 22.

Clearwater Christian College: Please review the handout given under the link above. Pay special attention to the calendar dates given. The four-year college calendar is typically not the same as our CCHS academic calendar. You are responsible to follow the college calendar as it pertains to any dual credit courses you may take on  their campus. The deadline is also May 22.

Students requesting College Algebra need to take the CCC placement test May 19 at 3:00 pm in the Computer Lab.

Summer College Application Boot Camp – for rising seniors (Class of 2016)

Attention all rising seniors!!  The annual CCHS College Application Boot Camp is now open for registration.  Our goal for the 3-day morning sessions will be to complete one college application. This will involve the application form itself, assistance with writing your college essay, submitting your request for the high school transcript, and requesting your ACT and SAT scores. Doing so will give you the confidence and motivation to complete your remaining college applications on your list.  To register, simply select the link below and complete the registration and payment form.

Boot Camp Details

Dates: August 3-5 from 9 a.m. – 12:00 noon; Optional college visit day on August 6th (USF, Tampa)
Cost: $100 (includes all expenses except lunch at USF)
Registration: Limited to the first 20 seniors who register
Schedule: click here

ACT/SAT Information

   The SAT Redesign: Coming Soon!!

The SAT and PSAT are getting a “face lift.” The College Board is launching the much-talked-about redesign starting with this fall’s PSAT (October). The new SAT will be given its first administration in March 2016.

There are 8 key changes to the assessment.  For full descriptions of the content changes, please click here.  A Power Point presentation for parents/students is also available. Some of the more practical changes are as follows:

Content is curriculum-based (more similar to ACT)
The Essay section is now optional and will be reported separately
The combined score scale will return to a 400-1600
The “trick question” approach to the former SAT has been removed
There is no penalty for guessing

Free SAT preparation now offered by Khan Academy. Personalized, free practice resources for the PSAT are now available. SAT practice tests will be available in June.

ACT/SAT Tests Dates (links to registration sites below)

Taking the ACT or SAT is a graduation requirement. When signing up for the SAT or ACT you should include the Writing section.

2014-2015 SAT and ACT Test Dates Calvary Christian High School CEEB – 100248
SAT			ACT
Registration Deadline	Late Registration ​Deadline	Test Date	Registration ​Deadline	Late Registration ​Deadline	Test Date
9/12/14	9/30/14	*10/11/14	8/8/14	8/22/14	9/13/14
10/9/14	10/28/14	11/8/14	9/19/14	10/3/14	10/25/14
11/6/14	11/24/14	12/6/14	11/7/14	11/21/14	12/13/14
12/29/14	1/13/15	1/24/15	1/9/15	1/16/15	2/7/15
2/13/15	3/3/15	*3/14/15	3/13/15	3/27/15	4/18/15
4/6/15	4/21/15	5/2/15	5/8/15	5/22/15	6/13/15
5/8/15	5/27/15	*6/6/15
*SAT Administered at Calvary
www.sat.collegeboard.org			www.actstudent.org

Looking for ACT or SAT Test Preparation Information?

Check out the free preparation both The College Board and the ACT provides for students.

ACT Test Preparation

SAT Test Preparation

**SAT Tutoring Information: CCHS is pleased to inform you that we have two staff members and a parent who also do SAT & ACT tutoring. If you are interested, please contact them.

Mrs. Lavonna Eudy – SAT/ACT Math only. Mrs. Eudy can tutor during your student’s study hall period. On average, her students have scored 60-80 points higher on the SAT math portion. Cost: $40 per session. Book is required.  Contact her by email at theudys@gmail.com or by phone at 727-515-2957
Ms. Annette Morales – SAT Critical Reading only.  You can contact Ms. Morales at her CCHS email address for further information.
Mrs. Amy Smith, Advanced Learners Private Tutoring – SAT/ACT tutoring. Email: asmith@advancedlearners.com
Mr. Merle Barlow – SAT Math only. His office is located in room ST314 (third floor of the church wing). Please contact Mr. Barlow at merlealvinbarlow@verizon.net or at 727-724-6030 to schedule tutoring.
Mr. Jesus Soler – SAT Math. Contact Mr. Soler at 813-418-2599 or email soler.jesus@cchs.us

Prospective Student Athletes

Students interested in playing intercollegiate sports should be aware of the requirements from the NCAA or the NAIA. Please observe deadlines related to sending your transcripts to the appropriate eligibility center.

• NCAA Clearinghouse/Eligibility Center – www.eligibilitycenter.org
• NAIA Eligibility Center – www.naiaeligibilitycenter.org

Senior Corner

Important Dates for Seniors

• Seniors going on the senior trip will take final exams the week of May 11.
• Seniors not going on the senior trip will take final exams the week of May 18
  
• Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal – May 28  from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • 9-11:30 a.m.: graduation practice, issue cords & stoles
  • 11:30-12:30: Lunch break (on your own/off campus if you wish)
  • 12:30-4 p.m.: Class photo with caps & gowns; individual photos receiving your diploma
  • What to wear
    • Men – hair trimmed, clean-shaven; white collared shirt, navy or black pants, dark tie, dark dress shoes
    • Ladies – dark dress/skirt that is appropriate length for dress code; hair and makeup ready
    • All – You must bring your cap and gown pressed and on a hanger.
• Class of 2015 Commencement Ceremony – May 29
  • Seniors report to the choir room at 5:45 p.m.
  • Please, no parents in the gym prior to graduation.

National College Decision Day – Celebration Photos & Reminders

Reminder: Once you have indicated the school you will be attending in Naviance, don’t forget to request your final transcript. Students athletes also need to request a final transcript for NCAA or NAIA.

Here are a few photos of our National College Decision Day Celebration!

Accepted Students: Next Steps and Advice

Below is a bullet list of items you should take note of as an accepted college freshman. Some suggestions come from my college colleagues directly and others are just general bits of advice for accepted students.  Please review the video and information on this great website as well.

• Always check your email and your student website at the colleges you are accepted to. Be aware that at some point you will have a university email address created for you. Faculty and other college administrators (e.g. financial aid) use email and the student portal almost exclusively to communicate with students.
• Know who to communicate with regarding questions you have. If in doubt, always go back to your admissions counselor/admissions office. They will know where to direct you to get your answers.
• Be aware of freshman orientation dates.  Freshman orientations sessions are critical to your success at college given the first semester is a significant time of transition.
• Housing – know how it works at your particular university.  Many times it is a two-step process where you complete the housing application first and then later in the spring the institution uses some type of process to match you up with a roomie. By the way, if your college has Facebook or some other social media platform through which you can connect with other students, sign up!!
• If you are attending a Florida institution, be sure you have completed all residency documentation. Check with admissions and financial aid if in doubt.
• Be aware of FERPA!  FERPA stands for the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. FERPA states that once a student reaches the age of 18 or attends a post-secondary institution, he or she becomes an “eligible student,” and all rights formerly given to parents under FERPA transfer to the student. This new responsibility particularly impacts students and parents when it comes to viewing college grades, financial aid packages, and speaking with college personnel (e.g. faculty and academic advisors).  Students must sign a FERPA waiver giving their parents the ability to obtain the student’s personal information and speak with college representatives about their student. You should ask your particular university how this process works since each institution has its own policy and procedures for FERPA. For further information about FERPA, click here.
• Stay in close communication with the financial aid office. You should know when they will begin freshman financial aid packaging and how their processes work in relation to accepting and rejecting financial aid offered by the institution.
• Don’t slack in your high school grades. All of the colleges will ask for final official high school transcripts. Additionally, if you have taken AP, you will need to request the College Board to send your scores.  Dual Enrollment students must request SPC to send official college transcripts. Your offer of admission is contingent upon your successful completion of high school at the level the college desires.

Amy Holderby and Cindy Peabody, College Placement Advisors
Calvary Christian High School Clearwater,  FL  

calvary2college.com 05/08/2015

Awards Assembly

Thursday, May 14 Calvary celebrates student accomplishments in academics, fine arts and athletics. Many students are recognized for their efforts in these areas. The assembly is at 8 am in the church Worship Center. Parents are encouraged to attend.

Course Selection 2015-16: Next Steps

Congratulations to everyone for your great work on submitting your course selections!! You may be wondering “what’s next?” at this point.  Here’s your answer:

• May 11: Course Registration meeting for all new students
• May 22: Dual Credit process deadline. Complete all steps required by this date.
• July 1: Approved schedules available – you will be notified by email
• August: Ms. Holderby & Mrs. Joseph available for any additional counseling re: courses
• First week of school: Drop/Add period – all schedules are final after this period.

All of the AP/Dual Credit handouts are available above (AP/DC 2015-16). The process for SPC and CCC are outlined as well as handouts for each AP/DC course.

Dual Enrollment Application Guidelines – Reminders

St. Petersburg College: Students currently enrolled in  dual credit courses (US History/Composition) do not need to do anything through SPC at this time. Students who will be new to the SPC Dual Enrollment program, need to follow the guidelines given on the CCHS Dual Enrollment Process 2015-16 handout found under the link above. The deadline is May 22.

Clearwater Christian College: Please review the handout given under the link above. Pay special attention to the calendar dates given. The four-year college calendar is typically not the same as our CCHS academic calendar. You are responsible to follow the college calendar as it pertains to any dual credit courses you may take on  their campus. The deadline is also May 22.

Students requesting College Algebra need to take the CCC placement test May 19 at 3:00 pm in the Computer Lab.

 

 Second Semester Exams

There are three exam schedules second semester. Please review the information below carefully to know when you are taking your finals. Any exceptions to the schedule below need to be approved by Mrs. Joseph.

Seniors Going on Senior Trip – Exam Week May 11
Seniors in this group will not be attending classes during the week.
Exam Exemption forms are due 3:00 pm Wednesday, May 6
Report to PS180

Monday, May 11
7:45-9:45        SPANISH
10:15-12:15     MATH

Thursday, May 14
10:15-12:15    SOCIAL STUDIES

Friday, May 15
7:45-9:45        ENGLISH
10:15-12:15     SCIENCE

Seniors NOT Going on Senior Trip – Exam Week May 18
Exam Exemption forms are due 3:00 pm Wednesday, May 6
Report to PS180

Monday, May 18
7:45-9:45        ENGLISH
10:15-12:15     MATH

Tuesday, May 19
7:45-9:45        SCIENCE
10:15-12:15     SOCIAL STUDIES

Wednesday, May 20
7:45-9:45        SPANISH
10:15-12:15    MAKE-UPs

Grades 9-11 – Exam Week May 26
Exam Exemption forms are due 3:00 pm Wednesday, May 15
Testing rooms to be announced

Tuesday, May 26
7:45-9:45        ENGLISH
10:15-12:15     MATH

Tuesday, May 27
7:45-9:45        SCIENCE
10:15-12:15     SOCIAL STUDIES

Wednesday, May 28
7:45-9:45        SPANISH
10:15-12:15    MAKE-UPs

Exam Exemption forms are available in the resource rack on the third floor of the high school wing.

Summer College Application Boot Camp – for rising seniors (Class of 2016)

Attention all rising seniors!!  The annual CCHS College Application Boot Camp is now open for registration.  Our goal for the 3-day morning sessions will be to complete one college application. This will involve the application form itself, assistance with writing your college essay, submitting your request for the high school transcript, and requesting your ACT and SAT scores. Doing so will give you the confidence and motivation to complete your remaining college applications on your list.  To register, simply select the link below and complete the registration and payment form.

Boot Camp Details

Dates: August 3-5 from 9 a.m. – 12:00 noon; Optional college visit day on August 6th (USF, Tampa)
Cost: $100 (includes all expenses except lunch at USF)
Registration: Limited to the first 20 seniors who register
Schedule: click here

ACT/SAT Information

   The SAT Redesign: Coming Soon!!

The SAT and PSAT are getting a “face lift.” The College Board is launching the much-talked-about redesign starting with this fall’s PSAT (October). The new SAT will be given its first administration in March 2016.

There are 8 key changes to the assessment.  For full descriptions of the content changes, please click here.  A Power Point presentation for parents/students is also available. Some of the more practical changes are as follows:

Content is curriculum-based (more similar to ACT)
The Essay section is now optional and will be reported separately
The combined score scale will return to a 400-1600
The “trick question” approach to the former SAT has been removed
There is no penalty for guessing

Free SAT preparation now offered by Khan Academy. Personalized, free practice resources for the PSAT are now available. SAT practice tests will be available in June.

ACT/SAT Tests Dates (links to registration sites below)

Taking the ACT or SAT is a graduation requirement. When signing up for the SAT or ACT you should include the Writing section.

2014-2015 SAT and ACT Test Dates Calvary Christian High School CEEB – 100248
SAT			ACT
Registration Deadline	Late Registration ​Deadline	Test Date	Registration ​Deadline	Late Registration ​Deadline	Test Date
9/12/14	9/30/14	*10/11/14	8/8/14	8/22/14	9/13/14
10/9/14	10/28/14	11/8/14	9/19/14	10/3/14	10/25/14
11/6/14	11/24/14	12/6/14	11/7/14	11/21/14	12/13/14
12/29/14	1/13/15	1/24/15	1/9/15	1/16/15	2/7/15
2/13/15	3/3/15	*3/14/15	3/13/15	3/27/15	4/18/15
4/6/15	4/21/15	5/2/15	5/8/15	5/22/15	6/13/15
5/8/15	5/27/15	*6/6/15
*SAT Administered at Calvary
www.sat.collegeboard.org			www.actstudent.org

Looking for ACT or SAT Test Preparation Information?

Check out the free preparation both The College Board and the ACT provides for students.

ACT Test Preparation

SAT Test Preparation

**SAT Tutoring Information: CCHS is pleased to inform you that we have two staff members and a parent who also do SAT & ACT tutoring. If you are interested, please contact them.

Mrs. Lavonna Eudy – SAT/ACT Math only. Mrs. Eudy can tutor during your student’s study hall period. On average, her students have scored 60-80 points higher on the SAT math portion. Cost: $40 per session. Book is required.  Contact her by email at theudys@gmail.com or by phone at 727-515-2957
Ms. Annette Morales – SAT Critical Reading only.  You can contact Ms. Morales at her CCHS email address for further information.
Mrs. Amy Smith, Advanced Learners Private Tutoring – SAT/ACT tutoring. Email: asmith@advancedlearners.com
Mr. Merle Barlow – SAT Math only. His office is located in room ST314 (third floor of the church wing). Please contact Mr. Barlow at merlealvinbarlow@verizon.net or at 727-724-6030 to schedule tutoring.
Mr. Jesus Soler – SAT Math. Contact Mr. Soler at 813-418-2599 or email soler.jesus@cchs.us

Prospective Student Athletes

Students interested in playing intercollegiate sports should be aware of the requirements from the NCAA or the NAIA. Please observe deadlines related to sending your transcripts to the appropriate eligibility center.

• NCAA Clearinghouse/Eligibility Center – www.eligibilitycenter.org
• NAIA Eligibility Center – www.naiaeligibilitycenter.org

Senior Corner

Important Dates for Seniors

• Seniors going on the senior trip will take final exams the week of May 11.
• Seniors not going on the senior trip will take final exams the week of May 18
  
• Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal – May 28  from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • 9-11:30 a.m.: graduation practice, issue cords & stoles
  • 11:30-12:30: Lunch break (on your own/off campus if you wish)
  • 12:30-4 p.m.: Class photo with caps & gowns; individual photos receiving your diploma
  • What to wear
    • Men – hair trimmed, clean-shaven; white collared shirt, navy or black pants, dark tie, dark dress shoes
    • Ladies – dark dress/skirt that is appropriate length for dress code; hair and makeup ready
    • All – You must bring your cap and gown pressed and on a hanger.
• Class of 2015 Commencement Ceremony – May 29
  • Seniors report to the choir room at 5:45 p.m.
  • Please, no parents in the gym prior to graduation.

National College Decision Day – Celebration Photos & Reminders

Reminder: Once you have indicated the school you will be attending in Naviance, don’t forget to request your final transcript. Students athletes also need to request a final transcript for NCAA or NAIA.

Here are a few photos of our National College Decision Day Celebration!

Accepted Students: Next Steps and Advice

Below is a bullet list of items you should take note of as an accepted college freshman. Some suggestions come from my college colleagues directly and others are just general bits of advice for accepted students.  Please review the video and information on this great website as well.

• Always check your email and your student website at the colleges you are accepted to. Be aware that at some point you will have a university email address created for you. Faculty and other college administrators (e.g. financial aid) use email and the student portal almost exclusively to communicate with students.
• Know who to communicate with regarding questions you have. If in doubt, always go back to your admissions counselor/admissions office. They will know where to direct you to get your answers.
• Be aware of freshman orientation dates.  Freshman orientations sessions are critical to your success at college given the first semester is a significant time of transition.
• Housing – know how it works at your particular university.  Many times it is a two-step process where you complete the housing application first and then later in the spring the institution uses some type of process to match you up with a roomie. By the way, if your college has Facebook or some other social media platform through which you can connect with other students, sign up!!
• If you are attending a Florida institution, be sure you have completed all residency documentation. Check with admissions and financial aid if in doubt.
• Be aware of FERPA!  FERPA stands for the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. FERPA states that once a student reaches the age of 18 or attends a post-secondary institution, he or she becomes an “eligible student,” and all rights formerly given to parents under FERPA transfer to the student. This new responsibility particularly impacts students and parents when it comes to viewing college grades, financial aid packages, and speaking with college personnel (e.g. faculty and academic advisors).  Students must sign a FERPA waiver giving their parents the ability to obtain the student’s personal information and speak with college representatives about their student. You should ask your particular university how this process works since each institution has its own policy and procedures for FERPA. For further information about FERPA, click here.
• Stay in close communication with the financial aid office. You should know when they will begin freshman financial aid packaging and how their processes work in relation to accepting and rejecting financial aid offered by the institution.
• Don’t slack in your high school grades. All of the colleges will ask for final official high school transcripts. Additionally, if you have taken AP, you will need to request the College Board to send your scores.  Dual Enrollment students must request SPC to send official college transcripts. Your offer of admission is contingent upon your successful completion of high school at the level the college desires.

Amy Holderby and Cindy Peabody, College Placement Advisors
Calvary Christian High School Clearwater,  FL  

calvary2college.com 04/24/2015

Course Selection 2015-16

Today students in grades 9-11 attended our second annual Course Assembly and EXPO. Students were walked through the process of requesting their courses for next year. This is not a difficult process, but there are several facets consider. The basic steps are to log into RenWeb, choose Student Information, then Course Requests. Read all instructions and the choose your requests in each drop down menu. Students may “change their mind” over the course of the week that Course Request is open. Only the last “save” is saved.

Occasionally a student will expect to find a course and will not see it in the drop down menu. Don’t despair! You will need to see Mrs. Peabody and the issue can be resolved. This most often occurs for students that transferred to CCHS after his/her freshman year.

Remember, your teachers are your best resource if you are trying to decide on moving levels (Traditional/Honors/AP or Dual Credit). Ask your current teacher in the department you are considering what he/she thinks of your ability to succeed.

All of the AP/Dual Credit handouts are available above (AP/DC 2015-16). The process for SPC and CCC are outlined as well as handouts for each AP/DC course.

Course Request will close at 3:00 pm on Friday, May 1. If a student does not fill out his/her course requests , administration will request on his/her behalf.

Detailed “How T0” Info     Course Descriptions

 Second Semester Exams

There are three exam schedules second semester. Please review the information below carefully to know when you are taking your finals. Any exceptions to the schedule below need to be approved by Mrs. Joseph.

Seniors Going on Senior Trip – Exam Week May 11
Seniors in this group will not be attending classes during the week.
Exam Exemption forms are due 3:00 pm Wednesday, May 6
Report to PS180

Monday, May 11
7:45-9:45        SPANISH
10:15-12:15     MATH

Thursday, May 14
10:15-12:15    SOCIAL STUDIES

Friday, May 15
7:45-9:45        ENGLISH
10:15-12:15     SCIENCE

Seniors NOT Going on Senior Trip – Exam Week May 18
Exam Exemption forms are due 3:00 pm Wednesday, May 6
Report to PS180

Monday, May 18
7:45-9:45        ENGLISH
10:15-12:15     MATH

Tuesday, May 19
7:45-9:45        SCIENCE
10:15-12:15     SOCIAL STUDIES

Wednesday, May 20
7:45-9:45        SPANISH
10:15-12:15    MAKE-UPs

Grades 9-11 – Exam Week May 26
Exam Exemption forms are due 3:00 pm Wednesday, May 15
Testing rooms to be announced

Tuesday, May 26
7:45-9:45        ENGLISH
10:15-12:15     MATH

Tuesday, May 27
7:45-9:45        SCIENCE
10:15-12:15     SOCIAL STUDIES

Wednesday, May 28
7:45-9:45        SPANISH
10:15-12:15    MAKE-UPs

Exam Exemption forms are available in the resource rack on the third floor of the high school wing.

  Advanced Placement & Dual Credit

Our Monday evening Advanced Placement/Dual Credit meeting was a hit!  Over 120 families were represented as the AP faculty energetically informed the audience about their courses. Additionally, faculty members from Clearwater Christian College represented the newest dual enrollment courses of College Algebra, Pre-Calculus, and Introduction to Biology. These courses will be taken at the Clearwater Christian College campus with the college students adding a new dimension to the dual credit experience as our own high school students get a chance to be sharpened academically and spiritually by the CCC college students. Below is information related to admission to the Dual Enrollment options at both Clearwater Christian College and St. Petersburg College.

We realize that several folks were not able to be with us on Monday, so Mrs. Peabody has provided handouts as a guide. Simply go to the link at the top of this website page marked “AP/DE 2015-2016.”

General Guidelines When Considering Dual Credit or Advanced Placement (see the link above for the full Power Point presentation)

• You should schedule a time to meet with the respective faculty member so that you have a good understanding of the commitment you are making. You want to be sure to make a well-informed decision about Dual Credit/AP courses since it is not a good idea to drop them after enrolling in them. Many AP courses have summer assignments.
• When taking Dual Credit courses, remember you are starting your college transcript. The grade earned will not only be part of your CCHS record, but it will be the beginning of your college record.  If you get a poor grade, you cannot ask a college to drop the grade or not to send the transcript to another college. That is an issue of academic integrity.
• Dual Credit and Advanced Placement courses are indeed difficult and will be very different from the high school courses you have taken….as they should be since they are college courses. Be strategic as to which courses you take and play to your strengths.

Dual Enrollment Application Guidelines

St. Petersburg College: Students currently enrolled in  dual credit courses (US History/Composition) do not need to do anything through SPC at this time. Students who will be new to the SPC Dual Enrollment program, need to follow the guidelines given on the CCHS Dual Enrollment Process 2015-16 handout found under the link above. The deadline is May 22.

Clearwater Christian College: Please review the handout given under the link above.  A link to the CCC application is included. Pay special attention to the calendar dates given. The four-year college calendar is typically not the same as our CCHS academic calendar. You are responsible to follow the college calendar as it pertains to any dual credit courses you may take on  their campus. The deadline is also May 22.

Summer College Application Boot Camp – for rising seniors (Class of 2016)

Attention all rising seniors!!  The annual CCHS College Application Boot Camp is now open for registration.  Our goal for the 3-day morning sessions will be to complete one college application. This will involve the application form itself, assistance with writing your college essay, submitting your request for the high school transcript, and requesting your ACT and SAT scores. Doing so will give you the confidence and motivation to complete your remaining college applications on your list. To register, simply select the link below and complete the registration and payment form.

Boot Camp Details

Dates: August 3-5 from 9 a.m. – 12:00 noon; Optional college visit day on August 6th (USF, Tampa)
Cost: $100 (includes all expenses except lunch at USF)
Registration: Limited to the first 20 seniors who register
Schedule: click here

ACT/SAT Information

ACT/SAT Tests Dates (links to registration sites below)

Taking the ACT or SAT is a graduation requirement. When signing up for the SAT or ACT you should include the Writing section.

2014-2015 SAT and ACT Test Dates Calvary Christian High School CEEB – 100248
SAT			ACT
Registration Deadline	Late Registration ​Deadline	Test Date	Registration ​Deadline	Late Registration ​Deadline	Test Date
9/12/14	9/30/14	*10/11/14	8/8/14	8/22/14	9/13/14
10/9/14	10/28/14	11/8/14	9/19/14	10/3/14	10/25/14
11/6/14	11/24/14	12/6/14	11/7/14	11/21/14	12/13/14
12/29/14	1/13/15	1/24/15	1/9/15	1/16/15	2/7/15
2/13/15	3/3/15	*3/14/15	3/13/15	3/27/15	4/18/15
4/6/15	4/21/15	5/2/15	5/8/15	5/22/15	6/13/15
5/8/15	5/27/15	*6/6/15
*SAT Administered at Calvary
www.sat.collegeboard.org			www.actstudent.org

Looking for ACT or SAT Test Preparation Information?

Check out the free preparation both The College Board and the ACT provides for students.

ACT Test Preparation

SAT Test Preparation

**SAT Tutoring Information: CCHS is pleased to inform you that we have two staff members and a parent who also do SAT & ACT tutoring. If you are interested, please contact them.

Mrs. Lavonna Eudy – SAT/ACT Math only. Mrs. Eudy can tutor during your student’s study hall period. On average, her students have scored 60-80 points higher on the SAT math portion. Cost: $40 per session. Book is required.  Contact her by email at theudys@gmail.com or by phone at 727-515-2957
Ms. Annette Morales – SAT Critical Reading only.  You can contact Ms. Morales at her CCHS email address for further information.
Mrs. Amy Smith, Advanced Learners Private Tutoring – SAT/ACT tutoring. Email: asmith@advancedlearners.com
Mr. Merle Barlow – SAT Math only. His office is located in room ST314 (third floor of the church wing). Please contact Mr. Barlow at merlealvinbarlow@verizon.net or at 727-724-6030 to schedule tutoring.
Mr. Jesus Soler – SAT Math. Contact Mr. Soler at 813-418-2599 or email soler.jesus@cchs.us

Prospective Student Athletes

Students interested in playing intercollegiate sports should be aware of the requirements from the NCAA or the NAIA. Please observe deadlines related to sending your transcripts to the appropriate eligibility center.

• NCAA Clearinghouse/Eligibility Center – www.eligibilitycenter.org
• NAIA Eligibility Center – www.naiaeligibilitycenter.org

Senior Corner

Important Dates for Seniors

• Seniors going on the senior trip will take final exams the week of May 11.
• Seniors not going on the senior trip will take final exams the week of May 18
  
• Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal – May 28  from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
• Class of 2015 Commencement Ceremony – May 29 (Seniors report to the choir room at 6:00 p.m.)

National College Decision Day – May 1

May 1 has traditionally been known as the National Decision Day.  It is the day by which most colleges ask students to make their final enrollment decision and pay the deposit. Many students will deposit well before that date, but you should know that no college can force you to decide any earlier than May 1 (exceptions – Early Decision & athletic scholarships).  If financial aid is a factor (which for most students it is), you should contact your colleges’ financial aid offices to find out when they will complete freshman financial aid packaging. You should be able to access this information through the student portal on a particular college’s website. Here is a great article you should read as you prepare over the next few months to make your final college decision.

Ethically, you should only deposit at the college in which you intend to enroll.  You should also notify the other colleges to which you were accepted that you are not planning to attend their institutions.

Accepted Students: Next Steps and Advice

Below is a bullet list of items you should take note of as an accepted college freshman. Some suggestions come from my college colleagues directly and others are just general bits of advice for accepted students.  Please review the video and information on this great website as well.

• Always check your email and your student website at the colleges you are accepted to. Be aware that at some point you will have a university email address created for you. Faculty and other college administrators (e.g. financial aid) use email and the student portal almost exclusively to communicate with students.
• Know who to communicate with regarding questions you have. If in doubt, always go back to your admissions counselor/admissions office. They will know where to direct you to get your answers.
• Be aware of freshman orientation dates.  Freshman orientations sessions are critical to your success at college given the first semester is a significant time of transition.
• Housing – know how it works at your particular university.  Many times it is a two-step process where you complete the housing application first and then later in the spring the institution uses some type of process to match you up with a roomie. By the way, if your college has Facebook or some other social media platform through which you can connect with other students, sign up!!
• If you are attending a Florida institution, be sure you have completed all residency documentation. Check with admissions and financial aid if in doubt.
• Be aware of FERPA!  FERPA stands for the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. FERPA states that once a student reaches the age of 18 or attends a post-secondary institution, he or she becomes an “eligible student,” and all rights formerly given to parents under FERPA transfer to the student. This new responsibility particularly impacts students and parents when it comes to viewing college grades, financial aid packages, and speaking with college personnel (e.g. faculty and academic advisors).  Students must sign a FERPA waiver giving their parents the ability to obtain the student’s personal information and speak with college representatives about their student. You should ask your particular university how this process works since each institution has its own policy and procedures for FERPA. For further information about FERPA, click here.
• Stay in close communication with the financial aid office. You should know when they will begin freshman financial aid packaging and how their processes work in relation to accepting and rejecting financial aid offered by the institution.
• Don’t slack in your high school grades. All of the colleges will ask for final official high school transcripts. Additionally, if you have taken AP, you will need to request the College Board to send your scores.  Dual Enrollment students must request SPC to send official college transcripts. Your offer of admission is contingent upon your successful completion of high school at the level the college desires.

Amy Holderby and Cindy Peabody, College Placement Advisors
Calvary Christian High School Clearwater,  FL  

calvary2college.com 04/17/2015

Advanced Placement & Dual Credit

Our Monday evening Advanced Placement/Dual Credit meeting was a hit!  Over 120 families were represented as the AP faculty energetically informed the audience about their courses. Additionally, faculty members from Clearwater Christian College represented the newest dual enrollment courses of College Algebra, Pre-Calculus, and Introduction to Biology. These courses will be taken at the Clearwater Christian College campus with the college students adding a new dimension to the dual credit experience as our own high school students get a chance to be sharpened academically and spiritually by the CCC college students. Below is information related to admission to the Dual Enrollment options at both Clearwater Christian College and St. Petersburg College.

We realize that several folks were not able to be with us on Monday, so Mrs. Peabody has provided handouts as a guide. Simply go to the link at the top of this website page marked “AP/DE 2015-2016.”

General Guidelines When Considering Dual Credit or Advanced Placement (see the link above for the full Power Point presentation)

• You should schedule a time to meet with the respective faculty member so that you have a good understanding of the commitment you are making. You want to be sure to make a well-informed decision about Dual Credit/AP courses since it is not a good idea to drop them after enrolling in them. Many AP courses have summer assignments.
• When taking Dual Credit courses, remember you are starting your college transcript. The grade earned will not only be part of your CCHS record, but it will be the beginning of your college record.  If you get a poor grade, you cannot ask a college to drop the grade or not to send the transcript to another college. That is an issue of academic integrity.
• Dual Credit and Advanced Placement courses are indeed difficult and will be very different from the high school courses you have taken….as they should be since they are college courses. Be strategic as to which courses you take and play to your strengths.

Dual Enrollment Application Guidelines

St. Petersburg College: Students currently enrolled in  dual credit courses (US History/Composition) do not need to do anything through SPC at this time. Students who will be new to the SPC Dual Enrollment program, need to follow the guidelines given on the CCHS Dual Enrollment Process 2015-16 handout found under the link above. The deadline is May 22.

Clearwater Christian College: Please review the handout given under the link above.  A link to the CCC application is included. Pay special attention to the calendar dates given. The four-year college calendar is typically not the same as our CCHS academic calendar. You are responsible to follow the college calendar as it pertains to any dual credit courses you may take on  their campus. The deadline is also May 22.

Course Selection Assembly & Expo on April 24: Grades 9-11

Course selection for the 2015-16 school year will begin with our kick-off assembly and expo on Friday, April 24. Actual course selection will be done through RenWeb the following week. Students will be instructed on the process in the assembly and via email notification. Once the process is underway, we are happy to meet with students who have questions about courses or give recommendations.

Semester Exams and AP Exams Dates & Exemption Deadlines

Semester exams as well as Advanced Placement exams are just around the corner. Here are some key dates for your planning purposes:

Exam Exemption Forms Deadlines

Exam Exemptions for Seniors: Due May 6 at 3:00 p.m.
Exam Exemptions for 9-11: Due May 15 at 3:00 p.m.

Exam Dates

AP Exams: May 4-May 14
Seniors Going on the Senior Trip: May 11-May 15
Seniors Not Going on the Senior Trip: May 18-May 20
Grades 9-11: May 26-May 28

Summer College Application Boot Camp – for rising seniors (Class of 2016)

Attention all rising seniors!!  The annual CCHS College Application Boot Camp is now open for registration.  Our goal for the 3-day morning sessions will be to complete one college application. This will involve the application form itself, assistance with writing your college essay, submitting your request for the high school transcript, and requesting your ACT and SAT scores. Doing so will give you the confidence and motivation to complete your remaining college applications on your list. To register, simply select the link below and complete the registration and payment form.

Boot Camp Details

Dates: August 3-5 from 9 a.m. – 12:00 noon; Optional college visit day on August 6th (USF, Tampa)
Cost: $100 (includes all expenses except lunch at USF)
Registration: Limited to the first 20 seniors who register
Schedule: click here

ACT/SAT Information

ACT/SAT Tests Dates (links to registration sites below)

Taking the ACT or SAT is a graduation requirement. When signing up for the SAT or ACT you should include the Writing section.

2014-2015 SAT and ACT Test Dates Calvary Christian High School CEEB – 100248
SAT			ACT
Registration Deadline	Late Registration ​Deadline	Test Date	Registration ​Deadline	Late Registration ​Deadline	Test Date
9/12/14	9/30/14	*10/11/14	8/8/14	8/22/14	9/13/14
10/9/14	10/28/14	11/8/14	9/19/14	10/3/14	10/25/14
11/6/14	11/24/14	12/6/14	11/7/14	11/21/14	12/13/14
12/29/14	1/13/15	1/24/15	1/9/15	1/16/15	2/7/15
2/13/15	3/3/15	*3/14/15	3/13/15	3/27/15	4/18/15
4/6/15	4/21/15	5/2/15	5/8/15	5/22/15	6/13/15
5/8/15	5/27/15	*6/6/15
*SAT Administered at Calvary
www.sat.collegeboard.org			www.actstudent.org

Looking for ACT or SAT Test Preparation Information?

Check out the free preparation both The College Board and the ACT provides for students.

ACT Test Preparation

SAT Test Preparation

**SAT Tutoring Information: CCHS is pleased to inform you that we have two staff members and a parent who also do SAT & ACT tutoring. If you are interested, please contact them.

Mrs. Lavonna Eudy – SAT/ACT Math only. Mrs. Eudy can tutor during your student’s study hall period. On average, her students have scored 60-80 points higher on the SAT math portion. Cost: $40 per session. Book is required.  Contact her by email at theudys@gmail.com or by phone at 727-515-2957
Ms. Annette Morales – SAT Critical Reading only.  You can contact Ms. Morales at her CCHS email address for further information.
Mrs. Amy Smith, Advanced Learners Private Tutoring – SAT/ACT tutoring. Email: asmith@advancedlearners.com
Mr. Merle Barlow – SAT Math only. His office is located in room ST314 (third floor of the church wing). Please contact Mr. Barlow at merlealvinbarlow@verizon.net or at 727-724-6030 to schedule tutoring.
Mr. Jesus Soler – SAT Math. Contact Mr. Soler at 813-418-2599 or email soler.jesus@cchs.us

Prospective Student Athletes

Students interested in playing intercollegiate sports should be aware of the requirements from the NCAA or the NAIA. Please observe deadlines related to sending your transcripts to the appropriate eligibility center.

• NCAA Clearinghouse/Eligibility Center – www.eligibilitycenter.org
• NAIA Eligibility Center – www.naiaeligibilitycenter.org

Senior Corner

Important Dates for Seniors

• Seniors going on the senior trip will take final exams the week of May 11.
• Seniors not going on the senior trip will take final exams the week of May 18
  
• Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal – May 28  from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
• Class of 2015 Commencement Ceremony – May 29 (Seniors report to the choir room at 6:00 p.m.)

National College Decision Day – May 1

May 1 has traditionally been known as the National Decision Day.  It is the day by which most colleges ask students to make their final enrollment decision and pay the deposit. Many students will deposit well before that date, but you should know that no college can force you to decide any earlier than May 1 (exceptions – Early Decision & athletic scholarships).  If financial aid is a factor (which for most students it is), you should contact your colleges’ financial aid offices to find out when they will complete freshman financial aid packaging. You should be able to access this information through the student portal on a particular college’s website. Here is a great article you should read as you prepare over the next few months to make your final college decision.

Ethically, you should only deposit at the college in which you intend to enroll.  You should also notify the other colleges to which you were accepted that you are not planning to attend their institutions.

Accepted Students: Next Steps and Advice

Below is a bullet list of items you should take note of as an accepted college freshman. Some suggestions come from my college colleagues directly and others are just general bits of advice for accepted students.  Please review the video and information on this great website as well.

• Always check your email and your student website at the colleges you are accepted to. Be aware that at some point you will have a university email address created for you. Faculty and other college administrators (e.g. financial aid) use email and the student portal almost exclusively to communicate with students.
• Know who to communicate with regarding questions you have. If in doubt, always go back to your admissions counselor/admissions office. They will know where to direct you to get your answers.
• Be aware of freshman orientation dates.  Freshman orientations sessions are critical to your success at college given the first semester is a significant time of transition.
• Housing – know how it works at your particular university.  Many times it is a two-step process where you complete the housing application first and then later in the spring the institution uses some type of process to match you up with a roomie. By the way, if your college has Facebook or some other social media platform through which you can connect with other students, sign up!!
• If you are attending a Florida institution, be sure you have completed all residency documentation. Check with admissions and financial aid if in doubt.
• Be aware of FERPA!  FERPA stands for the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. FERPA states that once a student reaches the age of 18 or attends a post-secondary institution, he or she becomes an “eligible student,” and all rights formerly given to parents under FERPA transfer to the student. This new responsibility particularly impacts students and parents when it comes to viewing college grades, financial aid packages, and speaking with college personnel (e.g. faculty and academic advisors).  Students must sign a FERPA waiver giving their parents the ability to obtain the student’s personal information and speak with college representatives about their student. You should ask your particular university how this process works since each institution has its own policy and procedures for FERPA. For further information about FERPA, click here.
• Stay in close communication with the financial aid office. You should know when they will begin freshman financial aid packaging and how their processes work in relation to accepting and rejecting financial aid offered by the institution.
• Don’t slack in your high school grades. All of the colleges will ask for final official high school transcripts. Additionally, if you have taken AP, you will need to request the College Board to send your scores.  Dual Enrollment students must request SPC to send official college transcripts. Your offer of admission is contingent upon your successful completion of high school at the level the college desires.

Amy Holderby and Cindy Peabody, College Placement Advisors
Calvary Christian High School Clearwater,  FL  

calvary2college.com 03/27/2015

Happy Easter!

 

 

He is Risen, He is Risen Indeed! Happy Easter from the College Placement Office. Enjoy your Spring Break, celebrating our Risen Savior with family and friends.

Advanced Placement & Dual Credit Meeting 

For students interested in taking AP or Dual Credit courses next year, we have a mandatory meeting on Monday, April 13 at 6:30 in the Worship Center.

We will discuss the difference between AP and Dual Credit, and you will have opportunity to hear about each course offered.

In addition to classes taught on our campus we are pleased to be forming a partnership with Clearwater Christian College to be able to expand our dual credit offerings. Representatives from Clearwater Christian will be introducing these courses and will be available to answer questions.

Select this link for a current list of available AP Courses:2015-16 AP & DC Options

Course Selection Assembly & Expo on April 24: Grades 9-11

Course selection for the 2015-16 school year will begin with our kick-off assembly and expo on Friday, April 24. Actual course selection will be done through RenWeb the following week. Students will be instructed on the process in the assembly and via email notification. Once the process is underway, we are happy to meet with students who have questions about courses or give recommendations.

Spotlight Article: Military Options & College

For students who desire to serve their country and go to college, there are several options that should be considered. Each has its own “fit” component depending on the needs and desires of the student. At the heart of all these options is a built-in component of leadership development, team building, and discipline. All of which are great “soft skills” to take into the work place after serving one’s country in addition your academic preparation. While students can gain financial assistance serving through enlistment and the reserves, the two options  highlighted below allow for a more focused attention on college first and then service to country upon graduation.

Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC): The ROTC program is offered at around 1000 colleges and universities in the United States. While preparing students to become commissioned officers, the military picks up the bill for tuition, room, board, textbooks, and supplies along with a monthly stipend. In turn, the student, upon graduation, commits to four-six years of service. The type of service will vary depending on the branch of the military these student signs with.  For further details, check-out the websites given below:

Army ROTC
Air Force ROTC
Navy ROTC (The Marine Corp commissions through NROTC)

Military Service Academies: Service academies offer full four-year scholarships, and graduates become commissioned officers upon graduation and are required to uphold a service obligation of a minimum of five years. Admission to the service academies is competitive, requires a nomination/interview from Florida senator or congressman, and has several other steps. Students interested in this option should plan ahead and begin the process as early as their junior year.

United States Military Academy in West Point (Army)
United States Naval Academy in Annapolis
United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs

ACT/SAT Information

ACT/SAT Tests Dates (links to registration sites below)

Taking the ACT or SAT is a graduation requirement. When signing up for the SAT or ACT you should include the Writing section.

2014-2015 SAT and ACT Test Dates Calvary Christian High School CEEB – 100248
SAT			ACT
Registration Deadline	Late Registration ​Deadline	Test Date	Registration ​Deadline	Late Registration ​Deadline	Test Date
9/12/14	9/30/14	*10/11/14	8/8/14	8/22/14	9/13/14
10/9/14	10/28/14	11/8/14	9/19/14	10/3/14	10/25/14
11/6/14	11/24/14	12/6/14	11/7/14	11/21/14	12/13/14
12/29/14	1/13/15	1/24/15	1/9/15	1/16/15	2/7/15
2/13/15	3/3/15	*3/14/15	3/13/15	3/27/15	4/18/15
4/6/15	4/21/15	5/2/15	5/8/15	5/22/15	6/13/15
5/8/15	5/27/15	*6/6/15
*SAT Administered at Calvary
www.sat.collegeboard.org			www.actstudent.org

Looking for ACT or SAT Test Preparation Information?

Check out the free preparation both The College Board and the ACT provides for students.

ACT Test Preparation

SAT Test Preparation

**SAT Tutoring Information: CCHS is pleased to inform you that we have two staff members and a parent who also do SAT & ACT tutoring. If you are interested, please contact them.

Mrs. Lavonna Eudy – SAT/ACT Math only. Mrs. Eudy can tutor during your student’s study hall period. On average, her students have scored 60-80 points higher on the SAT math portion. Cost: $40 per session. Book is required.  Contact her by email at theudys@gmail.com or by phone at 727-515-2957
Ms. Annette Morales – SAT Critical Reading only.  You can contact Ms. Morales at her CCHS email address for further information.
Mrs. Amy Smith, Advanced Learners Private Tutoring – SAT/ACT tutoring. Email: asmith@advancedlearners.com
Mr. Merle Barlow – SAT Math only. His office is located in room ST314 (third floor of the church wing). Please contact Mr. Barlow at merlealvinbarlow@verizon.net or at 727-724-6030 to schedule tutoring.
Mr. Jesus Soler – SAT Math. Contact Mr. Soler at 813-418-2599 or email soler.jesus@cchs.us

Prospective Student Athletes

Students interested in playing intercollegiate sports should be aware of the requirements from the NCAA or the NAIA. Please observe deadlines related to sending your transcripts to the appropriate eligibility center.

• NCAA Clearinghouse/Eligibility Center – www.eligibilitycenter.org
• NAIA Eligibility Center – www.naiaeligibilitycenter.org

Senior Corner

Important Dates for Seniors

• Seniors going on the senior trip will take final exams the week of May 11.
• Seniors not going on the senior trip will take final exams the week of May 18
  
• Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal – May 28  from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
• Class of 2015 Commencement Ceremony – May 29 (Seniors report to the choir room at 6:00 p.m.)

National College Decision Day – May 1

May 1 has traditionally been known as the National Decision Day.  It is the day by which most colleges ask students to make their final enrollment decision and pay the deposit. Many students will deposit well before that date, but you should know that no college can force you to decide any earlier than May 1 (exceptions – Early Decision & athletic scholarships).  If financial aid is a factor (which for most students it is), you should contact your colleges’ financial aid offices to find out when they will complete freshman financial aid packaging. You should be able to access this information through the student portal on a particular college’s website. Here is a great article you should read as you prepare over the next few months to make your final college decision.

Ethically, you should only deposit at the college in which you intend to enroll.  You should also notify the other colleges to which you were accepted that you are not planning to attend their institutions.

Accepted Students: Next Steps and Advice

Below is a bullet list of items you should take note of as an accepted college freshman. Some suggestions come from my college colleagues directly and others are just general bits of advice for accepted students.  Please review the video and information on this great website as well.

• Always check your email and your student website at the colleges you are accepted to. Be aware that at some point you will have a university email address created for you. Faculty and other college administrators (e.g. financial aid) use email and the student portal almost exclusively to communicate with students.
• Know who to communicate with regarding questions you have. If in doubt, always go back to your admissions counselor/admissions office. They will know where to direct you to get your answers.
• Be aware of freshman orientation dates.  Freshman orientations sessions are critical to your success at college given the first semester is a significant time of transition.
• Housing – know how it works at your particular university.  Many times it is a two-step process where you complete the housing application first and then later in the spring the institution uses some type of process to match you up with a roomie. By the way, if your college has Facebook or some other social media platform through which you can connect with other students, sign up!!
• If you are attending a Florida institution, be sure you have completed all residency documentation. Check with admissions and financial aid if in doubt.
• Be aware of FERPA!  FERPA stands for the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. FERPA states that once a student reaches the age of 18 or attends a post-secondary institution, he or she becomes an “eligible student,” and all rights formerly given to parents under FERPA transfer to the student. This new responsibility particularly impacts students and parents when it comes to viewing college grades, financial aid packages, and speaking with college personnel (e.g. faculty and academic advisors).  Students must sign a FERPA waiver giving their parents the ability to obtain the student’s personal information and speak with college representatives about their student. You should ask your particular university how this process works since each institution has its own policy and procedures for FERPA. For further information about FERPA, click here.
• Stay in close communication with the financial aid office. You should know when they will begin freshman financial aid packaging and how their processes work in relation to accepting and rejecting financial aid offered by the institution.
• Don’t slack in your high school grades. All of the colleges will ask for final official high school transcripts. Additionally, if you have taken AP, you will need to request the College Board to send your scores.  Dual Enrollment students must request SPC to send official college transcripts. Your offer of admission is contingent upon your successful completion of high school at the level the college desires.

Amy Holderby and Cindy Peabody, College Placement Advisors
Calvary Christian High School Clearwater,  FL  

calvary2college.com 03/20/2015

Alert!! – New Date!!!

Advanced Placement & Dual Credit Meeting 

For students interested in taking AP or Dual Credit courses next year, we have a mandatory meeting on Monday, April 13 at 6:30 in the Worship Center.

We will discuss the difference between AP and Dual Credit, and you will have opportunity to hear about each course offered.

In addition to classes taught on our campus we are pleased to be forming a partnership with Clearwater Christian College to be able to expand our dual credit offerings. Representatives from Clearwater Christian will be introducing these courses and will be available to answer questions.

Select this link for a current list of available AP Courses:2015-16 AP & DC Options

Course Selection Assembly & Expo on April 24: Grades 9-11

Course selection for the 2015-16 school year will begin with our kick-off assembly and expo on Friday, April 24. Actual course selection will be done through RenWeb the following week. Students will be instructed on the process in the assembly and via email notification. Once the process is underway, we are happy to meet with students who have questions about courses or give recommendations.

Prospective Student Athletes – New NCAA Eligibility Guidelines

The requirements are changing for students who enroll full time at an NCAA Division I school after August 1, 2016.   Students must graduate high school and meet ALL the following requirements:

• Complete 16 core courses:
  • Four years of English
  • Three years of math (Algebra 1 or higher)
  • Two years of natural/physical science (including one year of lab science if your high school offers it)
  • One additional year of English, math or natural/physical science
  • Two years of social science
  • Four additional years of English, math, natural/physical science, social science, foreign language, comparative religion or philosophy
• Complete 10 core courses, including seven in English, math or natural/physical science, before the seventh semester. Once students begin their seventh semester, they may not repeat or replace any of those 10 courses to improve their core-course GPA.
• Earn at least a 2.3 GPA in their core courses.
• Earn an SAT combined score or ACT sum score matching their core-course GPA on the Division I sliding scale, which balances their test score and core-course GPA. If students have a low test score, they need a higher core-course GPA to be eligible. If they have a low core-course GPA, they need a higher test score to be eligible.  If they have a low core-course GPA, they need a higher test score to be eligible.

For further details on this announcement as well as Division II and III information, please go to the NCAA Clearinghouse/Eligibility Center – www.eligibilitycenter.org

College  Campus Events

Liberty University Bus Tour

Liberty University will be hosting a College for a Weekend bus tour from Florida with a pick-up location in Tampa. Mr. Obehi Idiake (our admissions representative) will be the chaperon for the bus.

Dates: April 9-12
Audience: Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors
How to Register: Please visit the CFAW website for more information and registration.

You’ll enjoy a campus tour, attending classes, staying overnight in the residence halls, meeting with faculty and attending chapel led in worship by Grammy award winner Kirk Franklin.  Don’t forget about the skiing and tubing on Liberty Mountain as well as the Men’s ice hockey game v. West Virginia. Kirk Franklin will also bring the house down in an evening concert.

College Representatives Come to CCHS Campus

Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD) on March 26 from 11:15-12:30 in the first floor hallway.

The Savannah College of Art and Design exists to prepare talented students for professional careers, emphasizing learning through individual attention in a positively oriented university environment. More than 11,000 students from nearly 50 states and more than 100 countries attend SCAD. Approximately 23 percent of the student body is international.

Johnson & Wales University (website) on March 26 from 11:00-12:30 in the first floor hallway.

At Johnson & Wales University (JWU), a private, nonprofit NEASC-accredited institution, our unique education model is designed to inspire your professional success and lifelong intellectual growth. Roughly 16,000 students from more than 70 countries are making their careers happen in our 40+ undergraduate, graduate, online, continuing education and accelerated programs in arts & sciences, business, culinary arts, hospitality, technology and education.

Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (website) on March 26 from 11:00-12:30 in the first floor hallway.

For over 40 years, FIDM has been educating students for professional careers in Fashion, Entertainment, and Digital Media, offering Bachelor’s and Associate’s Degrees in 26 creative majors. Our talented faculty, dedicated staff, and renowned industry partners work together to create an academically rigorous, career-focused curriculum. Each of our four campuses is strategically located in California’s entertainment, fashion, and action sports industry and business hubs.

FIDM’s Career Center team has exceptional connections within our industries and offers one-on-one targeted career planning and placement services. Last year 10,000 companies posted over 21,000 jobs on our online job board, open only to our students and alumni.

ACT/SAT Information

ACT/SAT Tests Dates (links to registration sites below)

Taking the ACT or SAT is a graduation requirement. When signing up for the SAT or ACT you should include the Writing section.

2014-2015 SAT and ACT Test Dates Calvary Christian High School CEEB – 100248
SAT			ACT
Registration Deadline	Late Registration ​Deadline	Test Date	Registration ​Deadline	Late Registration ​Deadline	Test Date
9/12/14	9/30/14	*10/11/14	8/8/14	8/22/14	9/13/14
10/9/14	10/28/14	11/8/14	9/19/14	10/3/14	10/25/14
11/6/14	11/24/14	12/6/14	11/7/14	11/21/14	12/13/14
12/29/14	1/13/15	1/24/15	1/9/15	1/16/15	2/7/15
2/13/15	3/3/15	*3/14/15	3/13/15	3/27/15	4/18/15
4/6/15	4/21/15	5/2/15	5/8/15	5/22/15	6/13/15
5/8/15	5/27/15	*6/6/15
*SAT Administered at Calvary
www.sat.collegeboard.org			www.actstudent.org

Looking for ACT or SAT Test Preparation Information?

Check out the free preparation both The College Board and the ACT provides for students.

ACT Test Preparation

SAT Test Preparation

**SAT Tutoring Information: CCHS is pleased to inform you that we have two staff members and a parent who also do SAT & ACT tutoring. If you are interested, please contact them.

Mrs. Lavonna Eudy – SAT/ACT Math only. Mrs. Eudy can tutor during your student’s study hall period. On average, her students have scored 60-80 points higher on the SAT math portion. Cost: $40 per session. Book is required.  Contact her by email at theudys@gmail.com or by phone at 727-515-2957
Ms. Annette Morales – SAT Critical Reading only.  You can contact Ms. Morales at her CCHS email address for further information.
Mrs. Amy Smith, Advanced Learners Private Tutoring – SAT/ACT tutoring. Email: asmith@advancedlearners.com
Mr. Merle Barlow – SAT Math only. His office is located in room ST314 (third floor of the church wing). Please contact Mr. Barlow at merlealvinbarlow@verizon.net or at 727-724-6030 to schedule tutoring.
Dr. Wayne Adams – both ACT and SAT.  Contact him at 727-253-0639 or wwa0811@gmail.com
Mr. Jesus Soler – SAT Math. Contact Mr. Soler at 813-418-2599 or email soler.jesus@cchs.us

Prospective Student Athletes

Students interested in playing intercollegiate sports should be aware of the requirements from the NCAA or the NAIA. Please observe deadlines related to sending your transcripts to the appropriate eligibility center.

• NCAA Clearinghouse/Eligibility Center – www.eligibilitycenter.org
• NAIA Eligibility Center – www.naiaeligibilitycenter.org

Senior Corner

Accepted Students: Next Steps and Advice

Below is a bullet list of items you should take note of as an accepted college freshman. Some suggestions come from my college colleagues directly and others are just general bits of advice for accepted students.  Please review the video and information on this great website as well.

• Always check your email and your student website at the colleges you are accepted to. Be aware that at some point you will have a university email address created for you. Faculty and other college administrators (e.g. financial aid) use email and the student portal almost exclusively to communicate with students.
• Know who to communicate with regarding questions you have. If in doubt, always go back to your admissions counselor/admissions office. They will know where to direct you to get your answers.
• Be aware of freshman orientation dates.  Freshman orientations sessions are critical to your success at college given the first semester is a significant time of transition.
• Housing – know how it works at your particular university.  Many times it is a two-step process where you complete the housing application first and then later in the spring the institution uses some type of process to match you up with a roomie. By the way, if your college has Facebook or some other social media platform through which you can connect with other students, sign up!!
• If you are attending a Florida institution, be sure you have completed all residency documentation. Check with admissions and financial aid if in doubt.
• Be aware of FERPA!  FERPA stands for the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. FERPA states that once a student reaches the age of 18 or attends a post-secondary institution, he or she becomes an “eligible student,” and all rights formerly given to parents under FERPA transfer to the student. This new responsibility particularly impacts students and parents when it comes to viewing college grades, financial aid packages, and speaking with college personnel (e.g. faculty and academic advisors).  Students must sign a FERPA waiver giving their parents the ability to obtain the student’s personal information and speak with college representatives about their student. You should ask your particular university how this process works since each institution has its own policy and procedures for FERPA. For further information about FERPA, click here.
• Stay in close communication with the financial aid office. You should know when they will begin freshman financial aid packaging and how their processes work in relation to accepting and rejecting financial aid offered by the institution.
• Don’t slack in your high school grades. All of the colleges will ask for final official high school transcripts. Additionally, if you have taken AP, you will need to request the College Board to send your scores.  Dual Enrollment students must request SPC to send official college transcripts. Your offer of admission is contingent upon your successful completion of high school at the level the college desires.

Important Dates for Seniors

• Seniors going on the senior trip will take final exams the week of May 11.
• Seniors not going on the senior trip will take final exams the week of May 18
  
• Mandatory Graduation Rehearsal – May 28 and 29

National College Decision Day – May 1

May 1 has traditionally been known as the National Decision Day.  It is the day by which most colleges ask students to make their final enrollment decision and pay the deposit. Many students will deposit well before that date, but you should know that no college can force you to decide any earlier than May 1 (exceptions – Early Decision & athletic scholarships).  If financial aid is a factor (which for most students it is), you should contact your colleges’ financial aid offices to find out when they will complete freshman financial aid packaging. You should be able to access this information through the student portal on a particular college’s website. Here is a great article you should read as you prepare over the next few months to make your final college decision.

Ethically, you should only deposit at the college in which you intend to enroll.  You should also notify the other colleges to which you were accepted that you are not planning to attend their institutions.

Amy Holderby and Cindy Peabody, College Placement Advisors
Calvary Christian High School Clearwater,  FL