The Guidance Department at John F. Kennedy Memorial High School provides a wide range of services for our students including aiding in the preparation of college applications, providing vocational guidance, providing college placement and scholarship assistance, conducting the administration of testing programs and SAT preparation, course scheduling, obtaining working papers, and personal needs counseling.
Scholarships
Colleges Visiting Guidance
Announcements
SAT Test Dates
College Information
Study Skills
The 2011 PSAT scores for all WTSD juniors and sophomores have been delivered to the three high schools. Link your score to the WTSD endorsed MyRoad program that is developed by The College Board to find your match from potential colleges and careers. Please contact your schools' guidance department for more information. Don't forget to have your child enroll in the MyRoad program. All students who took the 2011 PSAT receive free access to MyRoad through the My College QuickStart until they graduate from high school. The MyRoad program is a comprehensive online major, college and career exploration program.
Students are assigned to the counselors listed below:
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Last Name
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Counselor
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A - Ca
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Charles Buzzi
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Ch
- H
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Alison Kirk
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| I - M | Brian Phillips |
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- Q
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Beth Short
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R
- Z
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Bryan Wilson
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Last Name
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Counselor
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A
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Charles Buzzi
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B
- F
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Alison Kirk
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G - M
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Brian Phillips
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N
- S
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Beth Short
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T - Z
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Bryan Wilson
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Last Name
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Counselor
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A
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Charles Buzzi
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B
- F
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Alison Kirk
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G - M
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Brian Phillips
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N
- R
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Beth Short
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T - Z
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Bryan Wilson
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Last Name
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Counselor
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A - C
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Charles Buzzi
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D
- J
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Alison Kirk
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K- O
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Brian Phillips
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P
- R
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Beth Short
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S - Z
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Bryan Wilson
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ALL
STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO TAKE FINAL EXAMS, INCLUDING SENIORS.
THERE
ARE NO EXEMPTIONS FOR FINAL EXAMS.
SAT Reasoning Test™ and SAT Subject Tests™
2011-2012
| Test Date | Registration Deadline | Late Registration Deadline |
| October 1 | September 9, 2011 | September 21, 2011 |
| November 5 | October 7, 2011 | October 21, 2011 |
| December 3 | November 8, 2011 | November 20, 2011 |
| January 28 | December 30, 2011 | January 13, 2012 |
| March 10 | February 10, 2012 | February 24, 2012 |
| May 5 | April 6, 2012 | April 20, 2012 |
| June 2 | May 8, 2012 | May 22, 2012 |
College Visits in the Guidance Office
September 2011 College Visitations |
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Date
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Time
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Institution
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September 28, 2011 |
8:45 am |
William Paterson University |
October 2011 College Visitations |
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Date |
Time |
Institution |
October 3, 2011 |
8:45 am |
Montclair State University |
October 4, 2011 |
10:15 am |
Fairleigh Dickinson University |
October 5, 2011 |
9:00 am |
Kean University |
October 6, 2011 |
9:00 am |
Berkeley College |
October 7, 2011 |
9:00 am |
NYU |
October 11, 2011 |
10:00 am |
Drew University |
October 12, 2011 |
9:00 am |
Rider University |
October 13, 2011 |
9:00 am |
College of Saint Elizabeth |
October 14, 2011 |
8:45 am |
Felician College |
October 17, 2011 |
8:30 am |
Seton Hall University |
October 18, 2011 |
10:45 am |
NJIT |
October 21, 2011 |
8:45 am |
Caldwell College |
October 24, 2011 |
9:30 am |
Rowan University |
November
2011 College Visitations in the Guidance Department |
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Time
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Institution
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December
2011 College Visitations
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Please stop by the Guidance Office for information, details, and applications for scholarships!
Visit www.scholarships.com
or www.studentscholarships.org
to
conduct free scholarship searches!
College Guidance Consultants: Provides
information on scholarships to pay for college. It enables parents and
students to
have access to a vast
database of scholarships from many sources. The information is current
and easy to use. Visit www.collegeguidanceconsultants.com
Fast Web: This site claims to have over 600,000
scholarships that are worth over 1 billion dollars. Visit www.fastweb.com
FreSch!: This site has a database of over 5,000
organizations and foundations that offer scholarships, representing approximately
450,000
awards. Visit www.freschinfo.com
The Scholarship Page: This scholarship search site was
developed by a student to help other students who needed to find scholarship
money to
fund their education. Visit www.scholarship-page.com
GoCollege: They claim to have the largest
scholarship database in the country. Visit www.gocollege.com
Wired Scholar: This site has a sections specifically
designed for parents, students and counselor on financial aid and scholarships.
Visit www.collegeanswer.com/index.jsp
Fast Aid: This site claims to be the oldest and largest
private sector scholarship database with over 20 years of research and
constantly being
updated. Visit www.fastaid.com
AXA Achievement Scholarship: Applicants should be actively involved in the community, have led a project that benefited others, and/or overcome a personal challenge. To learn more and to download an application, visit www.axa-achievement.com . All applications are due by December 1, 2011.
Princeton Prize in Race Relations: Applicants must have been actively involved in a volunteer activity that had a significant impact in race relations. for more information and to apply, please visit www.princeton.edu/pprize/. All applications are due by January 31, 2012.
American Legion Auxiliary National President’s
Scholarship: Applicants for this award must be a child
or grandchild of a veteran and must have completed 50 hours of volunteer
service within the community.
For more information and to download an application, please visit the
American Legion Auxiliary website at
http://www.legion-aux.org/Scholarships/NationalPresident/index.aspx or
visit Guidance for an application. All applications are due by March
1, 2012.
American Legion Auxiliary Scholarships: There are four
additional scholarships sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary for
any student who is a child or grandchild
of a veteran. All scholarships are based on Character, Americanism, Leadership,
Scholarship, and Financial Need. All applications are due by April 15,
2012. Visit Guidance for an application.
New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation: This
scholarship will be awarded to a student who plans to further his or her
education either
at
a
college or university or a tradeor technical school. All applicants must
submit an essay about his or her visit to the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans'
Memorial,
located off the Garden State Parkway at exit 116 in Holmdel. For more information
and to apply, please visit http://www.njvvmf.org/Scholarship.
All applications are due by April 20, 2012.
2011 New York Tri-State RHMC®/ASIA Scholarship awards 6 scholarships to local graduating Asian high school seniors. Unlike other programs, the RMHC/ASIA Scholarship is a multi-year scholarship that awards students up to $5,000 for their freshman year, followed by additional scholarships throughout their undergraduate studies as long they meet a required GPA. The 2011 New York Tri-State RHMC®/ASIA Scholarship is open to current high school seniors in the Tri-State New York area, who have at least one parent of Asian-Pacific heritage and who are eligible to attend an accredited two-year or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school with complete course of study. Applicants must be legal U.S. residents, be less than 21 years of age, and have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, financial need, and community involvement. The submission deadline for applications is January 27, 2012. The application form is available online at http://rmhc.org/assets/RMHC-Scholarship-PDFs/RMHCAsia2010-2011.pdf
The Zeta Phi Beta Sorority has announced their 2011 scholarship. Candidates must be female seniors ranking in the top half of their graduating class with plans to attend a bachelor or associate degree program. The Zeta Phi Beta is a service organization founded in 1920 at Howard University. Zeta predicates herself on the precepts of Scholarship, Service Sisterhood and Finer Womanhood. All applications must be received by February 1, 2012. Applications are available in guidance.
New Jersey Burglar and Fire Alarm Association has announced two scholarship opportunities for sons and daughters of active duty police and fire personnel. First prize award is $1500 and the second prize award is$1000. Interested seniors who are graduating in June and will attend an accredited college or university are eligible. Applicants must provide a resume, essay, letters of recommendation, transcripts, standardized test scores, and proof of parent’s employment. Applications are available in guidance and are due by March 15, 2012.
The New Jersey Schoolwomen’s Club has offered two scholarships for $1000 and $500 to female graduates who intend to pursue a career in education. Applications are available in guidance and must include evidence of outstanding academic achievement through transcripts, SAT/ACT, letters of recommendation, and an essay. The application must be postmarked by March 1, 2012.
Key Club Scholarships. Any senior member of the Key Club is eligible to receive any of the 17 scholarships offered. Please visit guidance for the application and requirements. Two letters of recommendation are required along with a description of the Key Club projects in which you participated, transcript, resume, and a two page essay about your most memorable Key Club Service Project. The deadline is March 1, 2012.
The Raritan Americus Lodge Free and Accepted Masons are pleased to announce a $1000 scholarship to available to a local graduating senior. The scholarship is based on academic achievement, worthwhile activities, financial need, and morals. The application is available in the guidance office and the deadline is April 1, 2012.
The New Jersey Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Association is sponsoring a scholarship for the amount of $1000 to be awarded to a graduating senior afflicted with CFS. The application is available for download at http:njcfsa.org. The deadline is April 15, 2012.
The American Legion Auxilary National President’s Scholarship 2010-2011: Seniors who are family members of war veterans may be eligible for these scholarships. Applicants must present the completed application on or before March 1, 2012. Applications and scholarship requirements are available in the guidance office.
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People has published a 2011 scholarship opportunity for the Woodbridge/Perth Amboy region. The application and its list of requirements is available in the guidance office and must be received by March 1, 2012.
Tzu Chi Foundation is now accepting applications for graduating seniors based on financial need, academic achievement, and community involvement. Applications can be downloaded at http://www.us.tzuchi.org and must be submitted by March 19, 2012.
The Middlesex County Nurses Association will award a scholarship to a graduating senior with financial hardship majoring in nursing. The application is available in guidance.
The Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey is announcing three 2011 scholarships for high school seniors who have epilepsy. Applications and supporting materials are due by April 30, 2012. The applications are available in guidance.
The NJ Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation is awarding two $2500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors. Essays about visiting the NJ Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial are required. Applications are available in guidance and are due April 15, 2012.
The Robert Wood Johnson Rahway Auxilary is offering scholarships to the Class of 2011 who are pursuing Health Career fields and who are in the top 20% of their graduating class. Applications are available in guidance and are due April 15, 2012.
Mid New Jersey Youth Soccer League is awarding two $1000 scholarships based on scholarship, community and soccer involvement. The scholarship is available at their website and in the guidance office. The application deadline is May 31, 2012.
The Community Foundation of New Jersey is offering scholarships
to the Class of 2012.
The scholarship requirements and application can be found at www.cfnj.org.
Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship: (Deadline:
May 30, 2012)
This $5000 scholarship is open to students currently enrolled as high school
students or first-year college students. To be eligible for this award you
must be under 25 years of age and answer both of the essay questions.Visithttp://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/8809/healthy_lifestyles_scholarship_scholarship.php
Dial My Dentist Scholarship Program:
(Deadline: February 1, 2012)
This $1000 scholarship is available to students between the ages of 16 and
21. In the fall of this year (September 2012), the student must be attending
College or University full-time. Visit http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9838/dial_my_dentist_scholarship_program_scholarship.php
S.S. Scholarship Program: (Deadline: June 1, 2012)
This $1000 scholarship is available to any student that is 21 years or under,
as of June 1, 2012. Visit
http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarshipprograms.php
Big Dig Scholarship: (Deadline: June
1, 2012)
This $3000 scholarship is available for students who submit an essay that is
under 1000 words and are currently high school students or are in their first
two years of a college or university. Visit http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/8864/big_dig_scholarships_scholarship.php
2011 ICBC Scholarship: (Deadline: June
15, 2012)
This $1000 scholarship is open to students that are between the ages of 17-21
that are residents of the US or Canada. A student can be enrolled or intending
on enrolling in any course of study in the fall semester of 2012. Visit http://www.studentscholarships.org/scholarship/9839/icbc_scholarship_scholarship.php
Teacher’s Insurance Plan on NJ: Applications are
due by April 1st and available is Guidance. Must be accepted to an institution
of higher learning. Awards will be determined based on the following guidelines:
Leadership Experience, Academic Record, Strong Personal Statement, Completed
Application, HS transcript and LOR.
Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey: Applications are available in the Guidance Office and are due by April 6, 2012. Need HS transcript, SAT scores, and acceptance letter.
Disabled American Veterans of NJ Chapter 20: $2500 scholarship is available to students who have a relative that is a member of the Disabled American Veterans of NJ. Must be a resident of NJ, a graduating HS senior, and must submit an essay on “Americanism - What it Means to ME.” Applications are available in the Guidance Office.
Big Sun Scholarship: All student-athletes are eligible.
Deadline is June 22, 2012. $500 Award.
Visit http://www.bigsunathletics.com
KFC Colonel's Scholars: Accepting On-line Applications December 1, 2011 to February 8, 2012 at www.kfcscholars.org or call toll-free 1-866-KFC-7240.
New Jersey Youth Soccer Awards: Applications must be received by December 16, 2011 to be considered. Applications can be found on www.njyouthsoccer.com
(2) $1000 Scholarships – Paul and Donna Hausser Scholarship Award – Pursue a career in education and have played for an affiliated NJ Youth Soccer Club.
(2) $1000 Scholarships – Jeanine Willis Scholarship Award – Attending a college or accredited technical school and have played in NJ Youth Soccer State Cup for two seasons.
(1) $1000 Scholarship – Brett Fenster Scholarship Award – Attending a college or accredited technical school and have played for an affiliated NJ Youth Soccer Club.
Teamsters Local Union Number 469: Three Scholarships Available. To obtain application forms for these scholarships contact Mary at 732-888-0100, extension 10.
I.B.T. Scholarship application due March 31, 2012
Joint Council Number 73 application due March 31, 2012
Monmouth/Ocean Labor Council application available February 1, 2012 and due May 1, 2012
New Jersey Vietnam Veterans' Memorial Foundation – (2)
$2,500.00 scholarships. Details are included on the application form which
is available in the Guidance Office. Applicants
must have
visited the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans' Memorial. Deadline is Friday,
April 20, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. Visit www.njvvmf.org for more information.
Portuguese-American Scholarship Foundation – Student, parent, or grandparent must be Portuguese-born. A scholastic average of "B" or better is required and you must demonstrate financial need. (8) Scholarships are available in the amount of $8,000 each. For eligibility requirements, please visit www.vivaportugal.com/pasf. Completed applications must be received on or before March 15, 2012.
B. Davis Scholarship – High School juniors and seniors
are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship.Visit the Student Award
Search Aid website at http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm for additional information and requirements. The website is free and helps
students locate and apply for scholarships. The deadline for applications
is May 28,
2012.
New Jersey Burglar & Fire Alarm Association is offering (2) scholarship awards to sons and daughters of active-duty police and fire personnel. Mail completed application and supporting materials before March 15, 2012. Application and requirements are available in the Guidance Office. For help with questions please call Christine Higgins at 609-695-4444 or e-mail Christine@amg101.com.
Best Buy Scholarship Program – Students in grades 9-12 are eligible to apply from December 26, 2011 until February 15, 2012. Applicants must have good grades plus community service or work experience. Apply online at www.at15.com
Minority and International Student Scholarships
Hispanic College Fund: This is a great site for
Hispanic students and parents. It includes a survey that investigates Latino
attitudes toward
education and education issues, a scholarship database and information
on how to avoid scams. Visit www.hispanicfund.org
Hispanic Scholarship Fund: The Hispanic Scholarship Fund
(HSF) is proud to be the nation's leading organization supporting Hispanic
higher education
and is committed to providing opportunities for Hispanic students. Visit www.hsf.net
The Gates Millennium Scholarship: These scholarships
are awarded to minority students. Check out the website for more information.
Visit www.gmsp.org and apply by January
11, 2012.
The Children's Scholarship Fund: The Children's Scholarship
fund provides partial tuition waivers for low-income families to send their
children
to private schools. Visit www.scholarshipfund.org/drupal1
International Education Fund: International Education
Financial Aid (IEFA) scholarship search is the premier resource for financial
aid, college scholarship
and grant information for international students wishing to study abroad.
At this site, you will find the most comprehensive college scholarship
search and grant listings plus international student loan programs and
other information to promote study abroad. Visit www.iefa.org/
EduPass: A guide to help international students
learn how to go to and pay for college in the United States. Visit www.edupass.org
The Thornton Sisters Scholarship is offered to young females of color including African-American, Latino-American, Caribbean-American, or Native American students. Applications are available in the Guidance Office or by visiting www.thornton-sisters.com/ttsf.htm. The deadline for submitting an application is May 7, 2012.
Colleges Listed by State: Here you will find hundreds
of Colleges and Universities listed by state with links to their web site.
Apply online,
request information or just a great way to begin collecting information
about potential post secondary opportunities. Visit www.utexas.edu/world/univ/state
Campus Tours: This site provides prospective students
with a visual tour of hundreds of college campuses. It is a great way to
get a feel for the
campus that might be too far away for a weekend drive. So check them out
here before you fly! Visit www.campustours.com
Collegiate Choice Walking Tours: This website
allows you to purchase student led campus tours. Visit www.collegiatechoice.com
College Source: College Source online features
over 10,900 College Catalogs. This site also has information on assessment
testing, careers,
college applications, financial aid, college planning and much more. Visit
http://www.collegesource.com
Private Colleges: This site lets you find private
colleges by clicking on the state you are interested in. Visit www.fihe.org/tools/map
Two Year Colleges: You will find just about every
two year college in the country on this web site. Visit http://cset.sp.utoledo.edu/twoyrcol
Black Excel: Great Information for African American
students. Visit www.blackexcel.org
Art Institutes: If you are interested in attending
an art institute this is website for you. Find links to all art institutes
in the country.
Visit www.artinstitutes.edu
North American Society for Sports Management: Click
here to do a search of sports management programs around the country. Visit
http://www.nassm.com/universities
Landmark College: This College is specifically
designed to help students with learning disabilities and AD/HD to gain
their associate degrees
and the tools necessary to advance their education to a four year school.
Visit http://www.landmark.edu
College Entrance Exams
College Board: Register here for the SAT. This gigantic
web site is full of all kinds of college planning information, including
a college and scholarship
search program, sample SAT and PSAT questions, how to find the right school
for you, and financial aid and scholarship information. It even provides
detailed information about SAT II Tests and helps you figure out, for example,
which Math test you should take. Visit www.collegeboard.com
Testing
ACT: Register online, take some practice test questions,
check out the national test dates, and try their test prep program. Also
have information
about the PLAN test and other ACT information. Visit www.act.org
College Board: Register for the SAT online. Also, find
a college search program, recommended high school courses for college,
PSAT information
and sample questions for both the SAT and PSAT. If you are taking SAT II
tests in math, this site will tell you which one to take. This is your
full service website for college planning.
Educational Testing Services - Information on AP tests, SAT, TOEFL & GMAT,
GRE. www.ets.org
Kaplan Testing Services: A well known commercial test
prep company that has classes all over the country for the ACT, SAT, and
many other tests.
They also have a parent newsletter that has tips for the entire college
admissions/financial aid process. Visit www.kaptest.com
AP Central: General information about the Advance Placement
Program is available from this page. Visit apcentral.collegeboard.com
AP Credit Policy: Find out what score is needed on your
AP final exam to be credited for any university in the USA. Visit collegesearch.collegeboard.com/apcreditpolicy
College Rankings
College Rankings: US News ranks Colleges and Universities
around the country. Visit http://colleges.usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/college
Kiplinger's: 100 best college values combining great
academics and affordable tuitions. Visit http://www.kiplinger.com/tools/colleges
Athlete Information
NCAA Clearinghouse: This website is for student-athletes
who want to play in Division I and Division II schools. You can register
online right here!
(See the "Domestic Student Release Form" under "Prospective
Student-Athletes"). Visit https://web1.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter/common
NAIA Eligibility Guide: If you are a student athlete
and thinking of going to a smaller school, check out this website. Visit
http://naia.cstv.com
National Junior College Athletic Association: If you
are interested in playing a sport at a junior college visit www.njcaa.org
JFK
Memorial High School Study Skills in Microsoft PowerPoint
Slide Show Format
JFK
Memorial High School Study Skills Slides in Portable Document Format
(PDF)
Study Skills Self Help: – This may be the best study
skills help on the web! Addresses time management, concentration methods,
using acronyms,
note taking and much more. Check it out! (From Virginia Tech) http://www.ucc.vt.edu/stdysk/stdyhlp.html
Study Skills Links from Columbia University: – From
links on study skills, to handouts and tutorials…it's all here. http://www.columbia.edu/cu/augustine/study/
Study Strategies –This site provides in depth coverage
of study skills competencies. You can take a study skills survey, do a
time audit, take
the Myers Briggs, etc. This is a comprehensive site. http://www.d.umn.edu/kmc/student/loon/acad/strat/
College Prep 101 - Among lots of other topics of interest to the college
bound and college student this site covers stress management, study skills
and time management. (Oklahoma State) http://www.collegeprep101.com/
Paradigm Online Writing - This is an unbelievable tutorial on writing essays.
The site takes you through the whole process step-by-step. If you need
help with writing anything, take a look at this wonderful website. (From
Boise State) http://www.powa.org/
Education Index - This site provides an index of academic subject area
websites http://www.educationindex.com/education_resources.html
HSPA Handbook Links
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