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Seniors,
We're half way through September already! This week in Senior Seminar with Amanda, you will learn about how we will be using spreadsheets for college research, financial aid, passwords, and to keep you organized throughout the year! We will be focusing on CUNY research and finalizing your CUNY list this week.
Upcoming Trips:
FIT Trip with Amanda, Melissa, and Gerry on Sept. 21st:
- Seniors interested in design fields should join this FIT tour. This will be a general tour of FIT, where you will be able to learn about the school, the campus, majors, financial aid and the opportunities and organizations that FIT has to offer! Stay tuned for a permission slip later in the coming days.
SUNY College Fair at the Javits Center on Sept. 30th:
- SUNY is holding a College Fair on Monday, September 30th. All representatives from SUNY campuses will be present. These representatives will the people reading your applications, so this is a great way to learn about the school and get them to remember you! Remember, SUNY schools are all over New York State, and have 4-year and 2-year programs. No matter what your interest, there is a SUNY for you! Permission slips will be emailed in the new few days and will be given in your Senior Seminar Class.
Scholarship Opportunities:
- No Essay Smart Owl Scholarship is a no essay, randomized scholarship where you only need to make a profile to apply. Deadline: September 29th
- Niche $25,000 Scholarship is a no essay, randomized scholarship that takes only a couple of minutes to apply. Deadline: September 30th
- SP Scholarships is a scholarship program created to help students win scholarships without writing essays and filling out long paper applications. Deadline: September 30th
- Be Bold Scholarship is $25,000, no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile. Deadline: October 1st
Announcements:
- Reminder: The College Office has moved to Rm 408 (Venus' old office).
- Starting today, every Monday after school, in Rm 408, The College Office will be holding an Early Decision/Early Application clinic, where Amanda will help you complete your college applications. You can also come to work on scholarships, help with your college essay, etc.
- If your family has not done so already, please complete and return the Class of 2025 Family Intake Form and return it to the College Office or email it to [email protected]. This form will allow the College Office to determine if a student is eligible for opportunity programs, scholarships, and will aid in helping to build a college list. This intake form along with your 2023 taxes are essential in completing financial aid applications. We strongly encourage every junior family to complete this form and have your child submit it to the College Office.
- Students planning to apply to college through Early Decision or Early Action should let Amanda know ASAP.
SAT News:
Maker will offer the SAT for free on Wednesday, October 23rd. All seniors are highly encouraged to re-take the SAT in October.
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Upcoming Events:
9/21: FIT College Trip
09/30: SUNY College Fair at the Javits Center
10/23: SAT Day at Maker (FREE!)
10/30: SUNY New Paltz trip
11/07: SUNY University at Albany trip
If you would like to set up a meeting with Amanda, please email [email protected] or stop by Room 408. |
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Seniors,
We're half way through September already! This week in Senior Seminar with Amanda, you will learn about how we will be using spreadsheets for college research, financial aid, passwords, and to keep you organized throughout the year! We will be focusing on CUNY research and finalizing your CUNY list this week.
Upcoming Trips:
FIT Trip with Amanda, Melissa, and Gerry on Sept. 21st:
- Seniors interested in design fields should join this FIT tour. This will be a general tour of FIT, where you will be able to learn about the school, the campus, majors, financial aid and the opportunities and organizations that FIT has to offer! Stay tuned for a permission slip later in the coming days.
SUNY College Fair at the Javits Center on Sept. 30th:
- SUNY is holding a College Fair on Monday, September 30th. All representatives from SUNY campuses will be present. These representatives will the people reading your applications, so this is a great way to learn about the school and get them to remember you! Remember, SUNY schools are all over New York State, and have 4-year and 2-year programs. No matter what your interest, there is a SUNY for you! Permission slips will be emailed in the new few days and will be given in your Senior Seminar Class.
Scholarship Opportunities:
- No Essay Smart Owl Scholarship is a no essay, randomized scholarship where you only need to make a profile to apply. Deadline: September 29th
- Niche $25,000 Scholarship is a no essay, randomized scholarship that takes only a couple of minutes to apply. Deadline: September 30th
- SP Scholarships is a scholarship program created to help students win scholarships without writing essays and filling out long paper applications. Deadline: September 30th
- Be Bold Scholarship is $25,000, no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile. Deadline: October 1st
Announcements:
- Reminder: The College Office has moved to Rm 408 (Venus' old office).
- Starting today, every Monday after school, in Rm 408, The College Office will be holding an Early Decision/Early Application clinic, where Amanda will help you complete your college applications. You can also come to work on scholarships, help with your college essay, etc.
- If your family has not done so already, please complete and return the Class of 2025 Family Intake Form and return it to the College Office or email it to [email protected]. This form will allow the College Office to determine if a student is eligible for opportunity programs, scholarships, and will aid in helping to build a college list. This intake form along with your 2023 taxes are essential in completing financial aid applications. We strongly encourage every junior family to complete this form and have your child submit it to the College Office.
- Students planning to apply to college through Early Decision or Early Action should let Amanda know ASAP.
SAT News:
Maker will offer the SAT for free on Wednesday, October 23rd. All seniors are highly encouraged to re-take the SAT in October.
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Upcoming Events:
9/21: FIT College Trip
09/30: SUNY College Fair at the Javits Center
10/23: SAT Day at Maker (FREE!)
10/30: SUNY New Paltz trip
11/07: SUNY University at Albany trip
If you would like to set up a meeting with Amanda, please email [email protected] or stop by Room 408. |
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