End of Semester News

As we are close to the end of the semester, I have attached the Junior Checklist for post-high school planning. I sent this out in the fall, yet many of us may need to be reminded or see it more than once. I also had a few questions from my "PSAT Results and More" email and I thought that I would share the answers with you. The answers were provided by Alicia Williams, NHS Counselor. Please read below under the section called College Corner.

2011 Grad Knight Meeting-Date Change!

SAT Prep Course

College Corner

Counseling Center News

Knights in Vienna

Focus day

Education Roadshow

PTSA Meeting

Finals Schedule

Julie Rooney
PTSA Class of 2011 Liaison
http://newport-ptsa-2011.blogspot.com/

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2011 Grad Knight Meeting - Date Change!

Sorry for the last minute notice. The meeting scheduled for Tuesday the 12th has been changed to Tuesday,

January 26th 6:30 in the library.

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SAT Prep Course

We need at least 5 more students to sign up in order to hold this class sponsored by the National Honor Society. 6 sessions for $298. This is the most economical prep course in the area. Information flyer attached or can be found at the PTSA website www.newportptsa.org/NHSContent.asp?ID=979

Register on line at www.SATPrep.org

Course B: NEWPORT HIGH SCHOOL

Course: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:45 – 6:30 p.m.

February 4, 9, 11, 23, 25, and March 2.

Registration deadline: Jan. 27

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College Corner

SAT & ACT Registration Q & A (answered by Alicia Williams, NHS Counselor)

Q - So many dates to choose from - how to determine which date is best for us? Is it better to test before AP -

after AP, before finals?

A - the best date is what works for the individual student with other responsibilities and time factors built in.

Most students take the ACT and the SAT in the spring of their junior year. I often suggest the June tests because a student has more school under his or her belt and they have completed the AP exams already.

Q - Do we need to have chosen colleges before taking the test?

(Both ACT and SAT will send 4 free reports to schools chosen before tests are graded, but that does not allow you to decide if you want that particular score to go out to that particular college).

A - I personally encourage students to send the 4 scores to the top 4 schools they are applying to even though

they have not seen the scores. If they don’t like the scores they are going to retake the tests anyway and send

new scores eventually. Colleges will look at the best scores in the bunch. Also, scores are not going to be

generally the tipping point in admissions for most kids

Q - Is it safe to wait until next fall to begin the testing process?

A - I generally encourage kids to start in the spring and retake in the fall if necessary.

Q -Is there anything else we're not thinking of that we should be considering? 
A - Check out the college board and the ACT website for more tips and ideas.

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Counseling Center News:

UW Academy early entrance program

Learn more about the UW Academy early entrance program at the UW at an information session on Monday, Jan. 11, 7 pm, Rm 102 Johnson Hall

http://uwnews.org/uweek/article.aspx?visitsource=uwkmail&id=54664
http://www.washington.edu/home/maps/northcentral.html

Couch Needed

A big favor to ask of Newport parents!!! The counselors at Newport want to make the counseling center comfortable and homey for all students. They conducted a student survey and after tallying the results the top priority was a couch.

We are wondering if anyone might have a spare couch, or know of where we could find a donated one that is:

…new or gently used

…love seat size

…brown or black

…leather or faux leather

…no rips or tears

The students have also requested some magazines to look at while they wait for their appointment. We are looking for a donation of teen appropriate magazines, or a subscription for the Newport High School Counseling Center. Thanks for helping us make the Counseling Center a welcoming place for all students!

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Knights in Vienna

A spectacular evening of waltz and swing music, delicious desserts, and professional dance instruction. The event will be held at 7 pm on Saturday, January 16th and will also feature performances by talented students from Newport High School. The Commons will transform into a winter wonderland and the award-winning NHS orchestras will provide live music for your dancing and listening enjoyment. Desserts and beverages will be served, and semi-formal attire is encouraged.

Student tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Tickets will be available for purchase at both lunches next week, January 11 to 15, in the Commons

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WSPTSA Focus Day

Over 200 people have registered for Focus Day, Monday January 18th. This year's theme "Cuts Hurt Kids". For more information:

Flyer: http://www.wastatepta.org/meetings/focus_day/Focus_Day_2010_flyer.pdf

General Info: http://www.wastatepta.org/meetings/focus_day/index.html

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Education Roadshow

Bellevue parents, teachers and community members are invited to attend the 4^th annual Education Roadshow on Wednesday, January 20, 6 pm at Sammamish High School. Check the BSD homepage later this week for additional detailed information and to plan your Roadshow experience. www.bsd405.org

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PTSA Meeting

PTSA meeting, Wednesday January 27th at 7pm in NHS Library. Be there!

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