September 9, 2016 GUIDANCE BULLETIN Edition #3

2016-2017

This is the 3rd edition of the 2016-2017 Guidance Bulletin. The guidance bulletin will be very useful in keeping up with what is happening with the CJ Guidance Department. I plan to send the bulletin out at least once a month and will post all bulletins on the CJ website at www.cjeagles.org/guidance-office-news.

Parents - you should also check with your student about emails that they receive from me, Mrs. Saunders, throughout the school year. Reminders will go out from time to time and often these only go to the student’s email.

The Guidance Bulletin is split into sections. You can read the Important for All section and then skip around a bit to find information that is important to you. These sections are broken up by the year of graduation (Class of 2017). You will also find sections on testing, scholarships, upcoming events, college open house / visits, NCAA information, helpful websites / apps, FAFSA, and much more.

Look over the entire bulletin and familiarize yourself with the layout. Things can change and we do not want you to miss out on anything! You never know what information you might find and maybe something that seems like it is only for a Senior might be of interest to you (especially Juniors).

If you need help, please email Emily Saunders at esaunders@cjeagles.org. I hope this bulletin is a great resource and helps you through the high school and college process.

Thank you! CJ Guidance Department

Important for All:

Upcoming Events

September 30 - Junior Homeroom College Meeting

October 1 - FAFSA & CSS Profile open for Class of 2017

October 12 - Financial Aid Presentation & FAFSA Workshop (more info to come but mark your calendar) RSVP to Emily Saunders at esaunders@cjeagles.org by Oct. 7th.

Testing Information:

PSAT v SAT: Do You Know the Difference? Around the start of every school year, we hear the question: what’s the difference between the PSAT

and the SAT? Lucky for you, we’ve got answers!

Before we look at the nitty gritty, the most important thing to know is that the content of both exams

is nearly identical, though the PSAT material is slightly easier. This brings us to another

important difference: the top score on the PSAT is a 1520, 80 points lower than the 1600

maximum score on the SAT. Why the disparity? The exams are scored on a uniform scale (known

as the “Vertical Score Scale”, explained in much more detail here), which ensures parity between

PSAT and SAT scores, even though the PSAT’s content is slightly less difficult.

Now to the structural differences, outlined for you in a neat table.

The highlighted regions of the chart distinguish sections of the PSAT that differ from their

corresponding SAT sections. As you’ll see, the PSAT Reading and Math sections all contain

fewer questions than do their SAT counterparts, and are thus shorter than their corresponding

SAT math sections (the exception being the No-Calculator Math). Also note that there is no Essay

on the PSAT. (Note, too, that the Essay section is optional on the SAT.)

And that’s pretty much it! In summary, the PSAT and SAT are very similar, though the PSAT is

slightly shorter and easier. For students who want to practice with the PSAT prior to its administration

this October, see the official practice test on the College Board’s website here.

ACT / SAT Pre-registration These tests are administered at CJ on designated Saturday mornings at 8 a.m. Students must pre-register online with the testing agencies in order to attend and must present a photo ID before they are admitted for testing. The school code needed for CJ students: 361-795.

ACT Test Dates - register at www.actstudent.org SAT Test Dates - register at www.sat.collegboard.com

SAT / ACT Test Dates - available here!

Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required)

September 10, 2016 August 5, 2016 August 6-19, 2016

October 22, 2016 September 16, 2016 September 17–30, 2016

December 10, 2016 November 4, 2016 November 5–18, 2016

February 11, 2017 January 13, 2017 January 14–20, 2017

April 8, 2017 March 3, 2017 March 4–17, 2017

Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required)

October 1, 2016 September 1, 2016 September 2-20, 2016

November 5, 2016 October 7, 2016 October 8-25, 2016

December 3, 2016 November 3, 2016 November 4-22, 2016

January 21, 2017 December 21, 2016 Dec. 22 - Jan. 10, 2017

March 11, 2017 February 10, 2017 February 11-28, 2017

May 6, 2017 April 18, 2017 April 19-25, 2017

Fee Waiver Information Every senior who takes the SAT using a fee waiver will receive four college application fee waivers directly from the College Board. These waivers will be delivered directly to students online and may be used to apply to any of the 2,000 participating colleges. Visit the following link for more information, sat.collegeboard.org/register/sat-fee-waivers.

Not sure - see Mrs. Wheeler in Guidance

Class of 2020 & 2019

Stop by and see Mrs. Saunders and introduce yourself! Also, if you are having trouble viewing your

grades or logging into your NetClassroom account, see Mrs. Saunders.

Class of 2018

Junior Homeroom College Meeting - All Juniors will attend a college info meeting during homeroom on September 30th. Juniors will receive a blue folder with their transcript, info on Common App Rollover & FAFSA. We will also include other important information for students to share with parents about the college process.

Common App Rollover - You can create an account now and most things will carry over for next

year! Check out this video for more info - youtu.be/D1UpZuXyYhs.

Class of 2017

Senior Homeroom College Meeting - Aug. 30 - Seniors received a green folder with their transcript and some steps to help them with the college process here at CJ.

Searching for Scholarships - Seniors received this worksheet to help them look for scholarships. They will also need to do some research on their own and search schools that they plan to apply to. Seniors can also stop in guidance and check the scholarship file cabinet.

Senior Emails - Seniors received the following information on 9/7/16 to help them with a few steps in the college application process. Please, talk to your student and remind them to watch the quick videos and see Mrs. Saunders with their questions.

Common App Video to help you get started - m.youtube.com/watch?v=9P72TonqJ5k&feature=youtu.be

FERPA and Recommenders - https://youtu.be/7jBJEsYN_hA

Common App - Matching Family Connection - https://vimeo.com/102639828

Requesting Letters of Recommendation from CJ faculty & staff - https://vimeo.com/181063284/f1f004ab52

Naviance / Family Connection: Delivery Type Icons for College Application Materials

There are seven delivery type icons you will see when sending college application materials for students. (Mail Only)-This icon represents colleges that only accept documents submitted via mail. The school does not accept documents electronically. (Electronic)-This icon represents electronic destinations that accept documents electronically via Naviance eDocs. (Common App)-This icon represents Common App destinations that accept documents electronically via Naviance eDocs. It’s important to note this icon means the student has explicitly chosen to apply via Common App and indicated "Yes" in Family Connection > Colleges I’m Applying to. However, on College tabs (showing the college profile) it indicates the fact that it’s a CA college, but not whether the student is applying via CA. (Unknown)-This icon is displayed when a student adds a Common App college but has not indicated whether or not he or she plans to apply via the Common App Online. This status does not prohibit you from submitting Common App forms for the student, but you will receive a warning message advising you that the student has not indicated their plan. A message is displayed to inform the school counselor that the student had not made a selection whether applying via Common App and submission would default to Common App delivery. (Common App via Electronic)-This icon is displayed when a student has selected a Common App college and has indicated that he or she is not applying via the Common App Online. However, if the school is also an electronic destination (in addition to Common App) you can continue to submit documents (NACAC and other school forms, transcripts, and letters of recommendation) electronically. (Common App mail only)-This icon displays when a student has selected a Common App college and has indicated that he or she is not applying via the Common App Online. However, the school is not an electronic destination so you will have to print and mail (other school forms, transcripts, and letters of recommendation) to the destination. (Coalition Application)-This icon is displayed when a student has selected a Coalition App college and has indicated he or she is applying via the Coalition App. The school must upload the forms directly to the Coalition Application website www.coalitionforcollegeaccess.org

Glossary of College Counseling Terms

Common App - The 2016 - 2017 Common Application is now open for the Class of 2017.

2016-17 COMMON APPLICATION ESSAY PROMPTS: A GUIDE

PROMPT #1: Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.

While students and parents have long lamented the exclusion of the “topic of your choice,” this year’s first prompt is as solid a choose-your-own-adventure option as any you’ll find. No matter what memory, personality trait, hobby or accomplishment a student chooses to highlight, it will likely be easily molded to fit this prompt. So ask yourself: What, in your seventeen years on this earth, has helped shape the person you are today? It can be something as small as seeing an episode of a television show, or as large as the struggle of moving to a foreign country. That said, your subject and/or perspective should be dynamic; specific to you and who you are and no one else. Did a Wednesday night family bowling tradition help shape the way you think about family, teamwork and the power of rituals? Does your crazy dyed-blue hair define you? Did going to a Picasso exhibit inspire you to start an art collection that has since expanded beyond the borders of your bedroom? What do you love and why do you love it? How would you define yourself and what influences in your life led you down your current path? What funny story do you tell friends and family over and over again and why do you think it always comes up? How are these stories and qualities representative of who you are at your core? Let these possibilities tumble about in your brain and then let out a deep exhale. You have been given a gift, dear applicants. This prompt will serve as a fabulous catch-all for subjects that don’t fit within the confines of the other four prompts. It is, in essence, a topic of grand choice, buffered by a few helpful guidelines.

Letters of Recommendation - Seniors should ask 2 people for a Letter of Recommendation. If you

are applying Common App you must have a Letter of Recommendation from your counselor. You

should also plan to ask 1 or 2 teachers for a Letter of Recommendation. Most students do NOT need

more than 2 teacher letters and their counselor letter. Keep in mind that teachers and counselors

write many, many letters. You should give your teachers / your counselor at least 2 weeks (3 to 4 is

much better) notice when asking for a letter. Family Connection is up and running and seniors

received a video to help them with the process.

Senior Transcripts - Seniors have received their transcript and several email reminders telling them

to look the transcript over and write directly on the transcript if there are any errors. They need to turn

in any errors to Mrs. Saunders. Updated transcripts were reloaded to Naviance / Family Connection

today.

Common Data Set - Did you know that you can check and see what types of students were admitted

to colleges, compare your chances, see the average test scores & financial aid awarded, how many

males or females, what majors were popular, and so much more for colleges? All you have to do is

search common data set and add the college name. Here are a few examples and links to get you

started - commondatasetohiostateuniversity, commondatasetuniversityofdayton,

commondatasetuniversityofarizona, commondatasetbelmont, commondatasetbutler.

Miami offers an exceptional academic experience in the ideal college setting.

Come see for yourself.

At Miami University, we put education front and center. It's why U.S. News & World Reportnamed Miami one of the top three public schools in the nation for undergraduate teaching for six years in a row.

We invite you to see how Miami offers an exceptional academic experience in an ideal college setting. Attend one of our divisional events to dig deeper into your academic interests.

Discover the Sciences: September 10 Arts Day: September 24 Engineering and Computing Day: October 8

College of Education, Health and Society Open House: November 5 Fall Preview Days: October 8, November 5, November 12

Each event has limited capacity. Learn more and register now to reserve your spot!

College Panel Invitation

On Tuesday, September 20th at 7 PM, admissions officers from a variety of selective and highly selective institutions of higher education will candidly discuss their admissions processes with students and parents at The Miami Valley School. This panel event will be held in the Stuart and Mimi Rose Theatre. Seating will be limited to the first 200 registrants. You can register for this event by completing this online form.

Please register early, as this event will be open to the public.

Panelists include:

Bowdoin College (highly selective small liberal arts college): Ashley Shinay, Associate Dean of Admission

Loyola University Chicago (selective mid-size Jesuit urban university): Mary Bennett, Admission Counselor

Miami University, Oxford (selective mid-size in-state public university): Ann Bader, Assistant Director of Admission

Purdue University (selective large STEM-focused out-of-state public university): Mitchell Warren, Director of Admission

Pitzer College (highly selective, private consortium college): Owen Wolf, Associate Director of Admission

United States Air Force Academy (highly selective mid-size service academy), Lieutenant Colonel Stephen Chambal, Admissions Liaison Officer

Should you have any questions about this event, please do not hesitate to contact Blair Munhofen, Director of

College Counseling, at blair.munhofen@mvschool.com.

COLLEGE VISIT INFORMATION - JUNIORS & SENIORS

Directions on how to register for a College Visit at CJ

College visit form to turn in to OSS for visits not held at CJ

List of Colleges Scheduled to Visit CJ College Representative Date Time

Bethel College-IN Mitchell Horn Mon September 12, 2016 8:00 AM

Milligan College Mon September 12, 2016 9:00 AM

Miami University, Oxford Jonika Moore Mon September 12, 2016 10:30 AM

Southeastern University Stephanie Sisk Mon September 12, 2016 1:30 PM

The Ohio State University Brandee Nemire Tue September 13, 2016 9:00 AM

Saint Joseph's University Abbey Carr Tue September 13, 2016 1:00 PM

Ashland University Sadie Zegarac Tue September 13, 2016 2:00 PM

Gannon University Dawn Casler Thu September 15, 2016 1:00 PM

Earlham College Connor Dowd Thu September 15, 2016 2:00 PM

Washington University in St. Louis Loren Wright Fri September 16, 2016 8:15 AM

University of Pittsburgh Tasha Peacock, M.Ed Fri September 16, 2016 9:30 AM

Loyola University Chicago Mary Bennett Tue September 20, 2016 9:00 AM

Hillsdale College Matt Sauer Tue September 20, 2016 10:00 AM

The University of Findlay Thu September 22, 2016 2:00 PM

Ohio Wesleyan University Sarah Burns Tue September 27, 2016 9:00 AM

University of Dayton Stacy Burke Mon October 3, 2016 9:00 AM

University of Notre Dame Gabe Brown Mon October 3, 2016 11:00 AM

Ohio Dominican University Tue October 4, 2016 9:30 AM

Wright State University Manns, Marquita N. Tue October 4, 2016 9:30 AM

Ohio Northern University Chris Jordan Tue October 4, 2016 1:00 PM

University of Cincinnati Mercedes Jones Thu October 6, 2016 9:30 AM

Ball State University Fri October 7, 2016 9:00 AM

WSU - ROTC Cafe Visit Reps will be in the cafeteria during JR & SR lunch

Mon October 10, 2016 11:30 AM

Bowling Green State University Cerita Fowler Wed October 12, 2016 10:00 AM

University of South Carolina Chape Ovalle Mon October 24, 2016 1:00 PM

John Carroll University Cullin Fish Tue October 25, 2016 10:30 AM

Mercyhurst University Nina Campbell Wed October 26, 2016 10:00 AM

Saint Louis University Ann Knezetic Wed October 26, 2016 2:00 PM

Otterbein University Andy Lugar Thu October 27, 2016 9:30 AM

The University of Akron Kailee Aston Thu October 27, 2016 2:00 PM

St. Bonaventure University Adelyn Graf Wed November 9, 2016 12:20 PM

Mount St. Joseph University Patrick Gibboney Wed November 16, 2016 9:30 AM

Scholarship Information for

The Class of 2017!

This will become a very important section for Seniors! You will need to pay close attention to eligibility, requirements, deadlines, and more as scholarships start to become available. Many of the scholarships posted in the Guidance Bulletin will have live links. You can also stop by and check the scholarship file drawer in the Guidance Office for a copy of scholarship applications. Questions? See Mrs. Saunders or send an email to esaunders@cjeagles.org.

Check Out The James Beard Foundation - jamesbeard.org/education-scholarships-and-grants

The Bryan Cameron Education Foundation - is now accepting applications from the Class of 2017 for the Cameron Impact Scholarship Program. The Cameron Impact Scholarship is a merit-based undergraduate scholarship for incomparable individuals who have the ability to make real, tangible contributions to their families, friends, and the greater society. This is a four-year, full tuition scholarship. For further eligibility criteria and more information about our program please visit our website at www.bryancameroneducationfoundation.org. The regular applicant deadline is September 15th, 2016 by 11:59 pm PST. (All recommendations must be in at this time as well).

Miami University Bridges Program - Application Deadline is September 19, 2017 Miami University is proud to present the Bridges Program, an overnight visit experience for high-achieving high school seniors from historically underrepresented populations or who have a commitment to promoting a deeper understanding of and appreciation for diversity. Students representing different ethnic/racial, sexual orientation and gender identity, and socioeconomic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Apply now! Bridges Program Scholarship - Students who complete the Bridges Program, apply, are accepted, and enroll on the Oxford campus for Fall 2017 will be eligible to receive the Bridges Program scholarship. Last year, Bridges Program participants received scholarships ranging from $2,500 to full tuition annually.

The Chick Evans Scholarship for Caddies - The 2016 Application for the Chick Evans Scholarship for caddies is now available. The majority of the application will be completed online. Applicants will create a username and password so they can save their application and return to it later. All completed applications that have been signed and submitted will be reviewed by the Scholarship Committee, with priority given to those who submit the application on or before September 30. Go to Evans Scholarship Application to find out about requirements and to print off materials.

Newcomer Mortuary Science Scholarship - Deadline is October 15, 2016. Students must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 hours or 18 quarter hours in a program of mortuary science education in an institution accredited with the ABFSE for the semester for which the scholarship will be applied. Students also must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. More information and applications can be found here and in Guidance.

Horatio Alger National & State Scholarships - As one of the nation's largest need-based college scholarship programs in the country, the Horatio Alger Scholarship Programs specifically assist high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives. While many programs are directed primarily to recognizing academic achievement or leadership potential, the Horatio Alger program seeks students who have exhibited determination, integrity, and perseverance in overcoming adversity, as well as critical financial need. More information is available here and here. Take time to look over all opportunities and deadlines on this site! Application Deadline is Oct. 25, 2016.

Ohio Aspirations in Computing Award - For the fourth year in a row, KeyBank is sponsoring the Ohio Aspirations in Computing Award. The award is given to Ohio high school girls who demonstrate outstanding aptitude and interest in computing, proven leadership ability, excellent academic performance and plans for post-secondary education. It is one way to showcase and increase women’s meaningful participation in computing and technology. Any Ohio high school woman in grades 9 through 12 is eligible to apply. In addition, an Educator Award is given to the teacher who encourages girls’ interest and participation in technology pursuits. Deadline is 8 pm on Nov. 7, 2016.

Elks "Most Valuable Student Scholarship" Deadline is Nov. 30, 2016. - All high school seniors are eligible to enter this contest for awards ranging from $4000 to $50,000. This year all applications must be obtained by visiting http://www.elks.org/ENF/scholars/mvs.cfm. Keep in mind that this is a lengthy application and students have historically been in the top 5% of their class and have financial need.

The COCA-COLA Scholars Program Scholarship - The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation supports over 1,400 college students each year, with annual scholarships of $3.45 million, through two nationally recognized programs. This scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors each year. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, and their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities. 150 Coca-Cola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship. The application for this scholarship can be found here.

1890 National Scholars Program - this program is available to graduating high school seniors that exhibit leadership skills and community service and desire to attend one of the 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Universities. You must also plan to study agriculture, food, natural resource science, or other related disciplines. For more information on this program, a list of participating schools, or an appplication - stop in the guidance office. All application materials must be postmarked no later than February 1, 2017.

The 2016 Cutler-Bell Prize for Excellence in High School Computing Application! - The challenge for this $10,000 award is to create an artifact that engages modern computing technology and computer science. Judges will be looking for submissions that demonstrate ingenuity, complexity, relevancy, originality, and a desire to further computer science as a discipline. Any type of project is welcome and we encourage you to be creative and unique in both your idea and design! There will be up to four $10,000 prizes awarded for this year. If you need inspiration, click here to check out last year's winners and their projects!

UD Army ROTC Program - This is for college bound seniors of the Class of 2017. If you would like information, visit www.goarmy.com/rotc. Contact Alton Womack at UD with questions - 937-229-5524 or awomack1@udayton.edu.

WSU Army ROTC Program - This is for college bound seniors of the Class of 2017. If you would like more information, visit http://www.wright.edu/army-rotc or contact Vince Taylor at 937-775-2581 ext. 2763.

Class of 2017 - Question of the Week? Mrs. Saunders, what should I be doing right now?

Look over transcript and bring Mrs. Saunders any errors

Register for an ACT/SAT and make sure to send scores to your colleges

Ask and enter your Letters of Recommendation requests

Add colleges you plan to apply to under the Colleges I'm Applying To in Family Connection

Start your Common App and see Mrs. Saunders with questions

What is a FSA ID?

An FSA ID is a username and password that you must use to log in to certain U.S. Department of Education (ED) websites. Your

FSA ID identifies you as someone who has the right to access your own personal information on ED websites such as the Free

Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA®) at fafsa.gov.

If you are a parent of a dependent student, you will need your own FSA ID if you want to sign your child's FAFSA electronically.

If you have more than one child attending college, you can use the same FSA ID to sign all applications. Please note: Each FSA ID

user must have a unique e-mail address.

Students, parents, and borrowers are required to use an FSA ID, made up of a username and password, to access certain U.S.

Department of Education websites. Your FSA ID is used to confirm your identity when accessing your financial aid information

and electronically signing your federal student aid documents.

If you want to create an FSA ID now, go for it!

Want to know more?

Check out all the

info here!

Are you at least 16 years old and in high school or college and needs a part-time job? Bethany Dining Services is hiring Student Servers/Dietary Assistants in all three of our food service areas. These positions are perfect for the local student, providing a supportive and faith-based work environment for the young worker. Students do not work past 8:00 pm (no late nights) and typically work a light enough schedule (less than 20 hours per week) to allow for classes and other activities. These are not temporary or seasonal jobs – students enjoy year-round employment throughout their school career. If you are interested complete an online application at www.graceworks.org/careers <http://www.graceworks.org/careers> . Kathy Wilson Human Resources Manager Graceworks Lutheran Services Phone: 937-428-7393 Fax: 937-436-7001

kwilson@graceworks.org

Job Opportunity!

When should I file the FAFSA?Starting with the 2017–18 financial aid year (Summer 2017, Fall 2017, Spring 2018), the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) will be available to all students online at fafsa.gov afterOctober 1, 2016. Wright State’s Title IV code for the FAFSA is 003078.

Tip: Filing your FAFSA early allows you to be considered for the most financial aid. Be sure to file your 2017–18 FAFSA by Wright State’s priority filing deadline, December 1, 2016. To get started, visit fsaid.ed.gov to request a FSA ID.

WHEN SHOULD I FILE THE FAFSA?FAFSA YEAR AVAILABLE PRIORITY DEADLINE

2016–17 January 1, 2016 March 1, 2016

2017–18 October 1, 2016 December 1, 2016

2018–19 October 1, 2017 December 1, 2017

What is needed to file the FAFSA?Just like your 2016–17 FAFSA, you will use your 2015 IRS tax information to complete your 2017–18 FAFSA.

WHICH TAX YEAR SHOULD I USE ON THE FAFSA?FAFSA YEAR TAX YEAR

2016–17 2015

2017–18 2015

2018–19 2016

As for other information needed to complete your FAFSA, see the list below:• Your Social Security number (and your parents’ if you are a dependent student)• FSA ID (needed to sign your FAFSA online)• Information on cash; savings; investments; and business and farm assets• Records of untaxed incomes such as child support received, interest,

and veterans non-education benefits

Still have questions?Contact RaiderConnect at (937) 775-4000 or visit them online at wright.edu/raider-connect.

file your fafsa

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If you need anything, feel free to email or stop by Guidance and we will help or point

you in the right direction. We hope you have a great 2016 - 2017 school year!

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COLLEGE PREPNIGHT

September 28, 20166–8 p.m.Fifth Third FieldDayton, Ohio

To RSVP:Visit www.daytondragons.com/collegeprepRegistration closes at Noon on September 28, 2016.

Ninth annual event. No admission fee and open to the public.Come visit with many top colleges, including: Antioch University Midwest, Cedarville University, Cincinnati State, Denison University, Indiana Tech, Indiana Wesleyan University, ITT Technical Institute - Dayton Area Campus, Kettering College, Miami Jacobs, Miami University, Mount St. Joseph, Northern Kentucky University, Ohio Northern University, Sinclair Community College, University of Cincinnati, University of Kentucky, Western Kentucky University, Wright State University, University of Dayton and more. Colleges subject to change.

Dynamic, informative workshops will be held to help students and parents find out everything you need to know about college.

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No purchase necessary. Account opening not required. Must RSVP to be eligible to win scholarship. Winner will be announced on September 28, 2016. One student winner will have $1,000 deposited within 5 business days of the winner being selected into a Fifth Third Student Checking account. Student checking is a Fifth Third Essential Checking account with a student discount. A $50 minimum deposit is required to open a checking account. Checking accounts may have fees. In the event that the winner does not have or wish to open a Fifth Third Student Checking account, that winner will receive the prize as a check within 30-45 days in the mail. Visit daytondragons.com/collegeprep for complete rules. Fifth Third and Fifth Third Bank are service marks of Fifth Third Bancorp. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.CS3040

Col lege Admission Panel

Tuesday, September 20Panelists include:

Bowdoin College Ashley Shinay, Associate Dean of Admission

Loyola University Chicago

Mary Bennett, Admission Counselor

Miami University, Oxford

Ann Bader, Assistant Director of Admission

Pitzer College Owen Wolf, Associate Director of Admission

Purdue University

Mitchell Warren, Director of Admission

United States Air Force Academy Lieutenant Colonel Stephen Chambal, Admissions Liaison Officer

7:00 p.m.

Informational panel featuring admission officers from six selective colleges

Limited seating available. Register by completing this online form.

Quest ions? Contact Blair Munhofen, Director of College Counseling, at blair.munhofen@mvschool.com.

The Miami Valley School 5151 Denise Drive Dayton, OH 45429

EDUCATION SHOWCASE

October 18th 5:30-7:30 PM

Stebbins High School

Learn about Project Lead The Way (PLTW), a rigorous STEM program that exposes students to the practice of “design thinking”.

Meet with state, local and government agencies to learn about opportunities for your children and family.

Learn about STEM programs offered through the District.

Teachers from throughout the District will showcase an exci ng array of hands‐on experiences re‐lated to the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. In addi on, there will be classrooms set up to demonstrate how technology is used in the district, including fun, hands‐on ac vi es for both children and adults.

FREE! The event is free and open to

the public.

Refreshments will be served.

Hundreds of dollars worth of giveaways and prizes!

The Mad River Local School District 801 Old Harshman Rd. Riverside, OH 45431 www.madriverschools.org