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Jennings High School’s
College connection November 2014 edition
Dayle Burgdorf, Principal Charmyn Baker, Assistant Principal Eugene Simpson, Dean of Students
The College Connection is a bulletin concerning programming, colleges, important testing information, and general
announcements. Please contact Mrs. Messina, Mr. Handrahan, Ms. Mitchell, or Mrs. Meads with any questions.
ACT PREPARATION
Princeton Review ACT Sessions
Students will have the opportunity to take a full-length practice ACT given under simulated testing con-
ditions. Students will learn about the endurance and skill needed to earn a strong score on the ACT. Stu-
dents will also receive a detailed performance report with personalized tips on how to improve their
score. Please review the schedule below for more details.
(W)- Washington University Area Center, 6358 Delmar Suite 400
(M)- Missouri Baptist University- 1 College Park Drive, St. Louis, MO 63141
Patrick Handrahan
314 653-8134
VaNessa Meads
314 653-8110
Christina Messina
314 653-8124
ACT Testing Date Saturday, December 13, 2014
Registration Deadline - Friday, November 7, 2014
Registration Deadline + Late Fee - November 8th– November 21st
Photo Upload Deadline - Friday, April 4th, 2014
***NEXT TEST DATE: February 7, 2015***
Amber Mitchell
314 653-8122
Session Dates Event Location Time Cost
Saturday, November 1, 2014
Practice ACT Test
W, M 9:00-1:00pm FREE
Sunday, November 2, 2014
ACT Scores Back Session
Online 7:00-8:30pm FREE
Monday, November 3, 2014
Online Live Classroom
Online 6:00-7:30pm FREE
Sunday, November 9, 2014
Practice ACT Test
W, M 1:00-5:00pm FREE
Sunday, November 16, 2014
ACT Scores Back Session
Online, M 2:30-4:00pm (M)
7:00-8:30pm (Online) FREE
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
ACT Scores Back Session
W 6:30-8:00pm FREE
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Stars and Heroes/ Tutoring: Monday-Friday
After school activities are available for all students interested in dance, theater, art, computer
applications, financial literacy through PNC bank, sports and tutoring. Please see Ms. Halk to
sign up.
Daily Announcements
Please listen to daily announcements during all 3 lunch periods. There is always very important
information and possible changes regarding our school day, senior information and other activ-
ities.
Naviance
This month, Juniors began looking for scholarships and working with the College Super Match
program which is designed to help students find colleges based on the criteria that are most
important to them as an individual. As students use the program, college search results are dis-
played upon what percentage of their criteria match each college or university’s unique char-
acteristics. This gives students the opportunity to see institutions that best match their interests
and exposes students to great institutions that they may not have considered previously. For
information on how you can use Naviance, please go to www.jenningsk12.org/naviance.
SENIOR ANNOUNCEMENTS: Senior Sponsor: Vandelle Wingrove, Class of 2015
Dual Enrollment
Registration is now open for dual enrollment classes at St. Louis Community College-Florissant
Valley for the Spring 2015 semester. Students must have at least a 2.0 GPA to participate. The
deadline to register is Monday, November 3, 2014. Interested students should see Ms. Messina
for more details.
Acceptance Notices
Please notify guidance of your college/ university acceptances as soon as you receive notice.
Bring a copy of your acceptance letter to Ms. Barnett. We want to recognize your success.
Dr. Avant-Elliott has forwarded a link through your email requesting college acceptances and
scholarship information. Please complete the information as soon as you receive notice. The link
is: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/KRXP2C9
Destination Graduation
Jennings High School’s graduation will take place Friday, May 22, 2015. Seniors please stop by
Ms. Messina’s office to make sure you have fulfilled all graduation requirements. Cap and gown
information will be coming soon.
Senior Transition Survey
Please fill out the Senior Transition Survey if you have not already done so. The purpose of the
survey is to collect your contact information and to plan activities which align with your future ca-
reer interests. To complete online go to www.jenningsk12.org/Warriorconnections and click and
select Senior Transition Survey. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Avant-Elliott.
COLLEGE READINESS:
College Application Deadlines
Benedictine College, KS Application – None
Presidential Scholarship Weekend – Must be accepted and meet
requirements (27 ACT and 3.5 GPA) before January 27th
April 1 – FAFSA deadline
May 1 – Enrollment Fee
Columbia College, MO
Eligibility for top scholarship application, Feb 14th, 2014
FAFSA-Jun 30th, 2014
Admissions Application-Aug 18th, 2014
Cornell College
November 1 – Early Decision (ED) Application Deadline
December 1 – Early Action (EA) Application Deadline
February 1 – Regular Decision (RD) Application Deadline
March 1 – FAFSA Deadline
May 1 – National Decision Deadline
Millikin University
Admission Application – No Deadline (Rolling Admission)
Scholarship Applications:
Presidential Scholarship – Application due Jan. 15th
Long-VanderburgCaterpiller Scholarship – Application due Jan.
31st
John &UlaLeighty Science Scholarship – Application due Jan.
15th
Service Learning Scholarship – Application due Feb. 25th
Click on the link below for more information about the scholar-
ships listed above as well as additional scholarship opportunities.
http://www.millikin.edu/financialaid/toa/scholarshipsgrants/
Pages/default.aspx
FAFSA Priority Filing Date – March 1st
Housing Deposit – May 1st
Park University
April 1, 2014 is the financial aid priority deadline, but applica-
tions will be accepted on a rolling basis after that date.
Admissions applications accepted on a rolling basis until classes
begin.
Housing applications accepted on a rolling basis while space is
available
Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO)
November 1 – Recommended application date for students wish-
ing to meet the priority housing deadline of December 15. This
does not guarantee choice of housing.
December 15 – Early admission consideration and scholarship
guarantee deadline
February 15 – Recommended FAFSA completion date for stu-
dents wishing to meet the March 1 priority processing deadline
March 1 – Final deadline for merit, student involvement and en-
dowed scholarships
June 1 – Fall 2011 application deadline for students required to
live in on-campus housing. Applications will continue to be ac-
cepted past June 1 for commuter students.
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Admission Application Deadlines
Fall
Priority Application Deadline-December 1
Final Application Deadline-May 1
Spring
Priority Application Deadline-November 1
Final Application Deadline-December 1
Summer
Priority Application Deadline-December 1
Final Application Deadline-May 1
SIUC Priority Application Deadline for Financial Aid
March 1
SIUC Scholarship Timeline
Scholarship awarding begins in October of the year prior to entry
and continues until funds are exhausted.
SIUC Housing Timeline
University Housing contracts are available beginning December
1 for the next fall semester. Contracting continues until the se-
mester starts. First come, first serve.
St. Louis Community College
March 31 – Board of Trustees Academic, Activity and Athletic
Scholarships application deadline
April 30 – all financial aid paperwork must be complete to guar-
antee disbursement of funds by first day of summer semester
June 30 – all financial aid paperwork must be complete to guar-
antee disbursement of funds by first day of fall semester
November 30 – all financial aid paperwork must be complete to
guarantee disbursement of funds by first day of spring semester
University of Missouri at Columbia (MIZZOU)
December 1—General/Departmental Scholarships, Mizzou
Scholars Award application
December 1—Spring Transfer Deadline
January 14—George C. Brooks Scholarship
February 1—Transfer Scholarship Deadline
March 1—FAFSA priority deadline for Mizzou
March 22—New Student Registration and Orientation (NSRO)
priority deadline
March 29—Residential Life housing contract is available online
for students who have paid their enrollment fee
April 15—Residents Online Access to Rooms (ROAR) is availa-
ble online for students who have paid enrollment fees and filed a
housing contract
May 1—Enrollment fee due (Secure a spot in the freshman class
by paying enrollment fee. Note: required for Summer Welcome)
May 20—HonorsCollegeapplication due
July 1—Fall transfer deadline
For Colleges Accepting the Common Application. http://www.collegedata.com/cs/content/
common_app_colleges.jhtml
Career Readiness
Making A Good First Impression Series
Resumes □ Interviews □ Appearance
The key to landing a great job is making a great first impression. The job market is extremely
competitive so you need to have the best tools at hand so you can present and market yourself
and your skills.
A good resume is important because it is the first contact a potential employer has with a
job seeker. It also provide the opportunity for the employer to find out basic information
about the applicant; but most importantly, the resume gets you an interview.
□ Chronological Resume: Lists all jobs and schooling in order of the most recent to
the least recent. This resume is suited for individuals who have an uninterrupted
break in employment.
□ Functional Resume: Emphasizes skills over job experience. Functional resumes
focus on accomplishments rather than dates. Its ideal for those who don’t have
much work experience in a job area or has a break in employment.
□ Combination Resume: Uses elements from the first two types.
No matter which resume format you use, your resume should highlight important infor-
mation about yourself and effectively demonstrate how your skills can meet the employ-
er’s needs.
□ If you are lunching your career or have limited work experience, keep your re-
sume to a single page.
□ Avoid unnecessary and irrelevant materials. Even experienced individuals should
limit to two pages max.
□ Remember no one wants to read long, rambling resumes, especially when they are
poorly organized and overly wordy.
□ Use a consistent type style throughout your resume-boldface, italics, and caps will
serve for headings and emphasis.
□ Print your resume on white or off-white quality paper.
□ Never send photocopies.
□ Make sure the resume is letter perfect by having it critiqued and proofread by
someone reliable. Errors, typos, stains, abbreviations (etc., e.g., i.e.), and slang
are strictly taboo.
□ Be conventional and straightforward.
***Next Month: Formatting Your Resume***
RESUME WRITING BASICS
TYPES OF RESUMES
THE RESUME
*** Student Spotlight***
Each month two students are selected to be the student of the month. These students
are chosen for their contributions to the school and community and for also being car-
ing, energetic students who have shown to be a good role model for other students.
Congratulations
To
Corey Willingham
Northwest Chamber of Commerce Student of the Month for November
Congratulations
To
Tyressa Cannon
Senior of the Month for November
Tyressa Cannon is a senior here at Jennings and is currently
ranked first in her class. She currently serves as Vice President
on the Student Council, Treasurer of the Senior Class, President
of the National Honor Society, and member of the Superintendent
Student Advisory Council. She is also a member of the Varsity
Soccer team, Varsity Cheerleading Squad and member of the
band. Tyressa has been accepted into Kentucky State University,
Jackson State University and Rust College. She has received aca-
demic scholarship from both Kentucky State University and Jack-
son State University. Tyressa plans to major in Forensic Science
and Dance in hopes of becoming a Forensic Anthropologist.
Corey Willingham is a senior here at Jennings. He is a member
of the Varsity Football team with plans to join the track and base-
ball team in the spring. Corey demonstrates his commitment to
his community by donating clothes to the less fortunate and pass-
ing out blankets to the homeless in his spare time. Corey plans to
attend college in Fall 2015. He has been accepted into Lincoln
University and Missouri Baptist University. Corey plans to major
in Computer Engineering with hopes of becoming an entrepre-
neur so that he can own his own computer engineering company.
*** Spotlight News***
National College Application Week
National College Application Week is a national movement to help students recognize the need
to apply early to various colleges. The earlier application date allows students greater finan-
cial/scholarship opportunities, more choices of colleges and more time to prepare for their col-
lege freshman year.
During College Application Week, Jennings Senior High students participated in several events
including, attending the St. Louis Citywide College Fair at Herbert Hoover Boys & Girls Club of
Greater St. Louis, filling out college applications during seminar class, and attending a college
visit at Columbia College and the University of Missouri.
Jennings HS Students during National College Application Week
*** Scholarship Opportunities***
Law Day Essay Contest
Essay Prompt: The Voting Rights Act of 1965 will be 50 years old in 2015. Voting has been an
important activity throughout the history of the Unites States, but some groups, such as African
-Americans, women, and Native Americas, were once excluded. Why is voting so important to
this country, and how can we make everyone realize how important it is to vote?
Prizes: $200, $200, and $150
Criteria: Open to all 9-12 grade students
Deadline: November 28, 2014
Please see Dr. Avant-Elliott for more information
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2015 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program
This national program awards college scholarships to high school seniors who embody the
characteristics of president Ronald Reagan at school, in the community, in the workplace, and
at home.
Prizes: $10,000 renewable scholarships up to $40,000 per student.
Criteria: Open to 12th grade students
Deadline: January 8, 2015
Please see Mrs. Messina for more information
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Ferguson Forward Emerson Scholarship
The Ferguson Forward scholarship is provided by Emerson to provide debt-free education by
covering direct educational costs (i.e. tuition, fees, books, and tools) that are not covered by
any state or federal grant program. To be eligible for this scholarship students must plan to
enroll at Ranken Technical College.
Prize: Up to full-tuition
Criteria: Open to 12th grade students planning to attend Ranken Technical College
Deadline: TBD
Please see Ms. Mitchell for more information
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Missouri Sheriffs’ Association Scholarship
The Missouri Sheriffs’ Association offers scholarships to college-bound Missouri high school
seniors who intend to pursue a criminal justice career and will be attending a Missouri college
or university.
Prize: $1,000
Criteria: Open to 12th grade students
Deadline: January 31, 2014
Please see Ms. Mitchell or Mrs. Messina for more information
*** JSH’s College and Career Center*** Hours of Operation: M-F from 7:45a - 3:10p
Located on the *Guidance Landing*
November Activities
01-07 ACT Registration for December Test
03 Jostens Senior Pictures Retake Day
05 Navy Lunch Visit
07 Ranken COMPASS Testing
08-21 ACT Late Registration for December Test
12 Navy Lunch Visit
13 Lincoln University Campus Visit
19 Navy Lunch Visit
Meet the Staff
Mrs. Christina Messina, 12th Grade Counselor, Ext. 8124
Mrs. Messina is available to assist you with your college search, application process, meeting
graduation requirements, senior events, and managing your academic, career, and personal /
social development. Her office is located in room C203.
Ms. Amber Mitchell, College Counselor, Ext. 8122
Ms. Mitchell is available to assist students with planning, monitoring and managing their academic,
career, and personal/social and development. Appointments can be made through Ms. Fowler.
Her office is located in room C202.
Ms. Bobbie Barnett, College Adviser, Ext. 8116
Ms. Barnett is looking forward to assisting you with your college search, financial aid questions, Act
questions and other information. Appointments can be made through Ms. Fowler. Her office is lo-
cated in the College and Career Center in room C204.
Mr. Tim Williams, Educational Talent Search Representative, Ext. 8123
Mr. Williams is available to assist your with your college search, application process, essay writ-
ing, ACT questions and prep, etc. Appointments can be made through Ms. Fowler. His office is lo-
cated in the College and Career Center in room C204.
***Please check the calendar on the College and Career Readiness website for
updated information.
***For more information contact Jennings High School at 314-653-8100, or
Principal Dayle Burgdorf at [email protected].
Important
Dates