NOVEMBER ONE-LINER 2015

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1 NOVEMBER ONE-LINER 2015 News You Can Use ARE YOUR COLLEGE APPLICATIONS COMPLETED? If you are planning on attending any level of post-secondary education, you should be diligently working on your application(s). The first target date of Nov. 1 has passed so get those done ASAP! As you complete college applications, be sure the school meets your needs. And remember that you won t be able to slack off after your last application has been submitted. College admissions officers are increasingly putting more weight on a student s performance during his or her last semester. HAVE YOU RECEIVED YOUR APPLICATION STATUS LETTER? With the exception of UW-Madison, application status letters should be sent out 2-4 weeks from the time you submitted your application. You should get a formal letter in the mail stating whether you have been accepted, have been put on a wait list or declined admission. Once you have been accepted, housing and scholarship forms should follow. Be aware of deadlines.

2 UNIVERSAL TRANSFER AGREEMENT The presidents from the UW-System and the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) have signed the Universal Transfer Agreement. The agreement identifies general education courses that students either at the UW-System or WTCS can transfer to the receiving institution. This collaboration has resulted in numerous transfer opportunities within and between the two systems. Individuals considering a transfer continue to be encouraged to work closely with an academic advisor to ensure that he most efficient transfer of credits occurs. STUDENT TO STUDENT SWTC What s #studentlife Find on Twitter or learn about what students are up to, ask questions, get admissions information and see what s happening on campus by liking the Southwest Tech Student Ambassadors on Facebook. FABCO/CAT SERVICE TECHNICAN PROGRAM FABCO Equipment Inc., Caterpillar and Fox Valley Technical College have established FABTECH, a service technician education center on FVTC campus in Oshkosh, WI. The Center offers a certificate series of courses focused on developing Caterpillar engine, construction equipment, electric power generation & marine engine service technicians. This year s FABTECH class is well on its way. FABCO and FVTC are now accepting applications for the fall semester of EQUINE SCIENCE If you enjoy working with horses & would like to make a career out of it, explore a degree in Equine Science from Highland Community College in Freeport, IL. The program provides the training & experiences you need to build a career in the horse industry. UNIQUE PROGRAMS AT NORTHEAST IOWA COMMUNITY COLLEGE NICC is just 15 minutes from Dubuque, IA & offers some unique programs worth exploring. Those programs include: Commercial Electrician, Gas Utility Construction, Industrial Electrician, Large Animal Vet-Tech, Wind Turbine Repair Technician. Go to to learn more.

3 VISITING SCHOOL CAMPUSES CAMPUS PREVIEW DAYS Eau Claire - uwec.ly/specialvisit Green Bay - Nov. 13, March 25, April 15 LaCrosse - Nov. 13, Feb. 19, April 23. Madison - visitbucky.wisc.edu Milwaukee - visit.uwm.edu Oshkosh - - Nov. 13, 18, Dec. 4, April 8, July 11, 12 Parkside - - Nov. 14, Dec. 12, Feb. 20, March 12, April 23, May 14, June 18 Platteville - uwplatt.edu/admission/visit River Falls - Nov. 20, Dec. 4, Feb. 15, March 25, April 15, 29 Stevens Point - Nov. 14, April 9, 23 Stout - Nov. 13, 14, March 24, 25, April 1, 2, 8, 9 Superior - visitsuperior.com Whitewater - Nov. 13, Jan. 8, Feb. 19, March 3, April 15, 29, June 15, July 7, Aug 4 *Register Online SOUTHWEST TECH S CAMPUS VISIT OPPORTUNITIES Program Visit Days: Visit a specific program, attend an admissions information session, talk to current students, and tour campus. Lunch is included. For 11 th & 12 th graders. Pre-registration is required. December 2, 2015 Ag & Industry December 3, 2015 Business, Service, Criminal Justice & University Transfer December 7, 2015 Health & Child Care February 11, 2016 Business, Service & University Transfer February 22, 2016 Health & Child Care February 24, 2016 Ag & Industry & Criminal Justice Welcome Wednesdays: Get an industry-specific tour of campus followed by an admissions information session and the chance to talk to current students. For 9 th -12 th graders and adults. Pre-registration is required. October 28, 2015 November 18, 2015 December 9, 2015 January 20, 2016 March 30, 2016 Tour & Test Days: Get an industry-specific tour of campus before taking our assessment test. Open to high school seniors and adults. Pre-registration is required. November 6, 2014 December 4, 2014

4 Open House October 14, 2015 (no registration required) - Explore all options and services available at SWTC at this annual event. Representatives from each program and service area are on hand to perform demonstrations, engage visitors in hands-on activities, and lead tours through classrooms and labs. Future students who apply during this event will have their $30 application fee waived. Fall Preview Day November 13, Last chance to apply for FREE in 2015! SCHOOL OF THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO (SAIC) VISIT DAYS The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) would like to extend an invitation for you to visit them to learn more about undergraduate study at the nation s most influential art and design school. Saturday, November 14, 2015/12:00-3:00 Overture Center for the Arts 201 State St., Madison, WI Sunday, November 15, 2015/12:00-3:00 Charles Allis Art Museum 1801 N. Prospect Ave., Milwaukee, WI CHECK IT OUT ACT ACT DATES TEST DATE REGISTRATION LATE REG October 24, 2015 September 18, 2015 Sept. 19-Oct. 2, 2015 December 12, 2015 November 6, 2015 Nov. 7-20, 2015 February 6, 2016 January 8, 2016 January 9-15, 2016 April 9, 2016 March 4, 2016 March 5-18, 2016 June 11, 2016 May 6, 2016 May 7-20, 2016 Students who are able to demonstrate a financial hardship may request that the ACT registration fee be waived. The general criterion for a fee waiver is that the student participates in the Free or Reduced Lunch program at the school. Students who qualify should request the form from the guidance office. ACT PREP WORKSHOPS 1. CESA #3 is offering one day ACT Test Prep Workshops throughout southwest Wisconsin for students who want to prepare for the ACT. The workshop includes: test taking strategies, tips for each subject area, opportunities to work through sample tests, and background ACT information that will ease test anxiety.

5 Note: If we are interested in hosting an ACT Prep Workshop at River Ridge, we must have ten students. The cost is $85 per student. Sign up in guidance office. 2. Free ACT Test Prep: A. Preparing for the ACT This booklet summarizes general test-taking strategies, describes content of each of the tests and informs you of what to expect on test day. It includes an ACT practice test, a sample answer document and scoring instructions. B. Online: OR Financial Aid & Scholarships Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) The key to unlocking student financial aid. It should be completed and submitted as soon after January 1 as possible. The form and supporting information can be found at Top Ten Most Unusual Scholarships 1. Scholarship for Left-Handed Students 2. Duck Brand Duct Tape Stuck at Prom Contest 3. David Letterman Telecommunications Scholarships 4. Zolp Scholarships 5. Patrick Kerr Skateboard Scholarships 6. Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year Award 7. National Marbles Tournament Scholarships 8. Klingon Language Institute Scholarships 9. National Beef Ambassador Program 10. Vegetarian Resource Group Scholarships Top Ten Scholarships for Community Service 1. Segal AmeriCorps Education Awards 2. The Do Something Awards 3. Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarships 4. Discover Card Tribute Awards 5. Echoing Green Fellowships 6. The Heart of America Christopher Reeve Awards 7. Kohl s Kids Who Care Program 8. Samuel Huntington Public Service Awards 9. National Caring Awards 10. Youth Action Net

6 COLLEGE GOAL WISCONSIN A workshop to assist high school seniors, parents & adults returning to college complete the Free Application for Federal student Aid (FAFSA). Scholarship drawings occur at each workshop. Workshops closest to River Ridge: Platteville (Platteville HS) Saturday, February 20, 10:00 a.m. Madison (Edgewood College ) Date to be determined RIVER RIDGE FINANCIAL AID NIGHT January 20, 7:00 in high school multi-purpose room SCHOLARSHIPS American Legion Oratorical Scholarship Deadline: Dec. 1, 2015 Wisconsin Elks Association Deadline: Dec. 4, 2015 Foot Locker Deadline: Dec. 17, 2015 Engineers Foundation of Wisconsin Deadline: Dec. 21, 2015 GE-Reagan Foundation Deadline: Jan. 7, 2016 Wisconsin Auto & Truck Dealers Foundation Deadline: Jan. 15, 2016 Ronald McDonald House Charities Scholarship Deadline: Jan. 20, 2016 Wisconsin Rural Schools Alliance Deadline: Feb. 1, 2016 American Legion Eagle Scout of the Year Deadline: March 1, 2016 American Legion Schneider-Emanuel Deadline: March 1, 2016 American Legion Americanism & Government Scholarship Deadline: April 15, 2016 American Legion Baseball Scholarship Deadline: July 15, 2016 Digital Responsibility Deadline: September 30, 2016

SENIOR CLASS MEETINGS. Presented by Neenah High School Counseling Office September 21, 2012

SENIOR CLASS MEETINGS. Presented by Neenah High School Counseling Office September 21, 2012 SENIOR CLASS MEETINGS Presented by Neenah High School Counseling Office September 21, 2012 NEENAH HIGH SCHOOL PROFILE 4 year 68% 2 year 22% Military 3% Work 2% Other 2% Undecided 3% CAREER ASSESSMENT TOOLS