Southwest,
We are down to our last 3 days for the school year. Many of you have already completed your school year, while some have a final exam or two to take. The last 15 months have been like no other. As we start to wind down, I ask everyone to reflect how we have all persevered through this pandemic. Educators, students, parents and the entire community deserve praise. Please know that I appreciate each and every one of you. It truly has been a struggle but I believe it has only made us closer. One more blog will be coming out before we close up the school year. All students who are involved in summer programs will still continue to get communications throughout the summer.
As we approach graduation, it is imperative that all seniors and their families understand every bit of all expectations over the next week. Practices are mandatory in order to walk on Saturday June 5th. Please pay close attention to the senior timeline embedded within this blog. Additionally, seniors who have received scholarships should report them to their counselors immediately.
Please enjoy this wonderful long Memorial Day weekend and take a moment to honor and mourn the military personnel who have died in the performance of their military duties.
APPLICATIONS to National Honor Society are due Jene 1 to Mrs. Spillman in room D227. Students must have an unweighted 3.5 GPA for consideration. Applications can be found at the front door. If you have any questions, please email them to spillma@gcsnc.com.
VACCINATION
1st OR 2nd shot Mobile Vaccine Clinic
date is now June 8th.10-5 This is a walk-in clinic for ANYONE! This will be in the Coggins gym. You must bring your 1st vaccination shot card if you are coming for your 2nd shot.
LETS COMPLETE YOUR FAFSA BEFORE YOU GRADUATE! Come to Saturday School to get help from your counselor OR contact your local college for help!
You must complete this with a parent. Wouldn't you like to know how much you would receive? START THE FAFSA TODAY!!!!!
Apply for Financial Aid When Heading to College | CFNC Many financial aid opportunities require that you first complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. The FAFSA is used to determine federal, state, and sometimes college-specific financial aid. |
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While the test dates are within the calendar at the end of this blog, here is some additional pieces of information students and families must know.
For EOC/State exams, students will report to school at the start of the day (9:15) on the days they have state exams.
If you are still unsure, please reach out to your student’s teacher immediately.
State exams for CTE (Taken May 27th - June 3rd according to the Block exam day - see calendar):
Accounting
Business Management I
Business Management II
Health Science I
Interior Design I
Child Development
Principles of Business and Finance
Sports and Entertainment Marketing I
Early Childhood Education II
CTEs/EOCS Exam Schedule
Monday, May 31st
HOLIDAY – No School
Tuesday, June 1st
Block 3 Exam
Students can arrive no earlier than 9:15, and no later than 9:55
Estimated dismissal time 1:30-2
Wednesday, June 2nd
Block 4 Exam
Students can arrive no earlier than 9:15, and no later than 9:55
Estimated dismissal time 1:30-2
Thursday, June 3rd
Make Exam Day
Students can arrive no earlier than 9:15, and no later than 9:55
Estimated dismissal time 1:30-2
Friday, June 4th
Mandatory work day for staff – No student Day
Interested in taking NEW classes over the summer? Get information from this informative session: Join GCS at our Virtual Parent Night to learn more about Apex Learning Virtual School and how to support your student in learning from home! Come hear from ALVS teachers and staff!
Scholarships, FAFSA, and more! Please read the Counselors' newsletter!
Take the first step toward paying for college by filling out the FAFSA. We understand that the FAFSA can be vital to financing your student's education and are here to help with the many resources below.
https://buff.ly/3kMnfN9
CAREER and COLLEGE PROMISE
Career and College Promise offers North Carolina high school students the chance to
earn college credits at a community college campus. The program is
tuition-free for high school juniors and seniors (semester fees will be due). You must have a cumulative unweighted GPA of 2.8 or higher or passing test scores.
Students can earn:
· College credit transferable to all UNC System Institutions and many of NC’s Independent Colleges and Universities
· A credential, certificate or diploma in a technical career
Important Dates:
Summer 2021 Semester:
· March 15, 2021: Priority Deadline for Early Registration
· May 13, 2021: Deadline to submit new applications
· June 2, 2021: First Day of 8 week summer classes
· July 27, 2021: Last day of classes
Fall 2021 Semester:
· March 15, 2021: Priority Deadline for Early Registration
· July 15, 2021: Deadline to submit new applications
New Student Admissions Meetings
Admissions Sessions are required for all new students.
Because of COVID-19, the recorded Admissions Session below replaces the
required Admissions Meeting. Please submit a completed application packet
with all signatures after viewing the Admissions Session.
The Admissions Session includes information on the following:
· General Program Information
· Curriculum Pathways
· How to navigate the website to search for classes
· How to register for classes
· Q & A
It is important that you and your student watch the entire recording. Please right click on the link below to access the recorded meeting.
Recorded CCP Admissions Session
Once you and your student have viewed the Admissions Session:
1. Determine your Career and College Promise Pathway –
Write the Pathway name and Code on your Verification Form. Please refer
to the Dual Credit Allowances Document for information on how the high school
credits dual courses.
There are two types of Career and College Promise Pathways:
o College Transfer Pathways – GTCC offers seven different college transfer
pathways
o Career/Technical Education Pathways – GTCC offers numerous certificate and diploma programs.
Use the links below to learn more about them.
College Transfer Pathway
Career and Technical Education Pathway
2. Complete the Application Packet (forms are attached). (Signatures may be obtained by email.)
The Application Packet includes:
o GTCC Application for Admission – Student signature required on page 2. Please do not include the social security number on the application for admission.
o Verification of Student Eligibility Form – Please make sure that you have all signatures required and that you have included the pathway.
o Year-End High School Transcript – courses must be listed by grade level, signed and dated by principal and include a cumulative unweighted GPA.
Please send a copy of your latest transcript with the admissions packet. If you attend a public high school, you may request this through cfnc.org. Please provide your High School ID # on the Verification Form. If your transcript is in a sealed envelope, you may open it and scan it.
o Copy of Home School State Registration (if applicable)
o Consent to Release Form – to be completed by the student.
o Media Release Form – to be completed by the parent.
3. Scan your application packet and email the documents as attachments using the attach
button to ccp@gtcc.edu. Do not copy and paste the documents into the body of the email.
Once you have submitted your application packet:
o Please be checking the email listed on your application. If something is missing, you will be notified. After the application is processed, the applicant will receive an email with Titan Account Activation Instructions.
o After activating your Titan account, please log into your GTCC Titan Email and check it frequently. You will receive registration instructions around March 1, 2021. Applicants who apply after March 15, will receive registration instructions after their application is processed.
o Once you have registered for classes, you will be sent an email with instructions for our mandatory online CCP Orientation.
Please keep in mind that the purpose of CCP is for eligible high school students to earn college credits towards a college degree, diploma, or certificate.
Dual credit for high school graduation requirements is a bonus, but should not be what drives course selection. Courses in the CCP transfer pathways should be selected based on the published bachelor degree plan for the major at the university the student intends to transfer to after high school.
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UPCOMING DATES
We are resilient, we are together, we will rise up!
We are Cowboy Strong!
We are…. SOUTHWEST
