Class of 2024 Information from
Mrs. Haines - 9th Grade Counselor

After School Tutoring is available virtually or in-person.
Please see the attached flyer for more specifics.
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/After School Tutoring Semester 2.pdf

Here is the link to access all of the course selection documents and resources: https://sites.google.com/carrollk12.org/course-selection-resources/home On the Course Selection Resources homepage, there are links to: The Program of Studies, Student Educational Career Plans, Course Selection Sheets, and Course Information Videos. *Program of Studies (POS)- outlines graduation requirements, career majors & completer programs, and course descriptions. *Educational Career Plans (ECP's)- students use this as a guide to complete their course selection sheet. *Course Selection Sheets- a Google Form that students need to complete by January 29th. Click on "Students Currently in Grade 9" to access the course selection sheet to pick courses for 10th grade. *Course Information Videos- a recording of Mrs. Haines' presentation from the Virtual Course Information Night on 1/13 that provides an overview of the course selection process. Click on "Session Recordings" and then "Grade 9" to access the video.​

FSK 2020-2021 Course Selection Resources
Here is the link to access all of the course selection documents and resources:
https://sites.google.com/carrollk12.org/course-selection-resources/home On the Course Selection Resources homepage, there are links to: The Program of Studies, Student Educational Career Plans, Course Selection Sheets, and Course Information Videos. *Program of Studies (POS)- outlines graduation requirements, career majors & completer programs, and course descriptions. *Educational Career Plans (ECP's)- students use this as a guide to complete their course selection sheet. *Course Selection Sheets- a Google Form that students need to complete by January 29th. Click on "Students Currently in Grade 9" to access the course selection sheet to pick courses for 10th grade. *Course Information Videos- a recording of Mrs. Haines' presentation from the Virtual Course Information Night on 1/13 that provides an overview of the course selection process. Click on "Session Recordings" and then "Grade 9" to access the video.

Course Selection Recommendations for Grade 10
Please use the attachment as a guide when choosing courses for Grade 10.
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/Course Selection Recommendations for Grade 10.pdf

FSK Program of Studies - please see the attached Program of Studies (POS) for course descriptions and information on completer programs and graduation requirements
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/FSK Program of Studies 2021-2022.pdf

Welcome Class of 2024
 https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1diKgZfCtFKXO-HTwN5tLvIGT1MKq7LuI491fh0N7f5g/edit#slide=id.p1

Graduation Requirements - Completers - please see the attached powerpoint
https://classroom.google.com/c/MTMxMDU0NTE4NjEz/m/MTk1NzkzNTI1MjY2/details

CCCTC Program Videos
Check out these cool videos to get a true feel for the programs at CCCTC!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BLOXg73-OPBh1C3HEiu5LdIsrSaZWXxJ/view
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YtElcj8wmVK1D4LhYHDFLn-NLti8K5-fyIapD8d-Z5k/edit

Are you interested in learning more about the Carroll County Career and Technology Center?Please check out the attachments, especially the videos!
If you are interested, you will apply in the fall of 10th grade;
you would attend in 11th and/or 12th grades.
Your grades and attendance are considered when evaluating your application!
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/2020 CTC Programs 2 Page 2020.pdf
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BLOXg73-OPBh1C3HEiu5LdIsrSaZWXxJ/view
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/CCCTC Facts Page.pdf
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YtElcj8wmVK1D4LhYHDFLn-NLti8K5-fyIapD8d-Z5k/edit

Please see the attached email from Mr. Rutter that was sent to all freshmen. 
I want to make sure you're getting this important information (in case you don't check your school emails regularly).  I also forwarded this email to your parents and guardians.
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/Email from Mr. Rutter.pdf

Attached is a list of service-learning project ideas that students can work on from home.  If you need service learning hours, consider working on some of these projects.  If you have any questions about service learning hours, please email Mrs. Diane Seiberlich,
our Service Learning Coordinator at DLSEIBE@carrollk12.org
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/CovidSLProjectIdeas2020.pdf

NAVIANCE is an online college and career readiness program for students to use throughout high school and beyond.  This is a brand new tool for FSK students and staff.  I will be learning with you as we start utilizing this tool.  As a 9th grader, we will be focusing on
career exploration - you can take career assessments and research careers. 
Below are the student login instructions for NAVIANCE:
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/Naviance Student Login Steps.pdf

Class of 2023 Information from
Mr. Chaapel - 10th Grade Counselor

If you missed the ASVAB Information Session today, please check out this video, which includes an overview of your scores as well as tutorials and instructions for taking your FYI and exploring the Occu-Find.  If you have any questions, please reach out to
Mrs. Adcock directly at jladcoc@carrollk12.org.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rHw_0jxQ0hw-TbMQTFjv7dl8BCnfbQcw/view

Scheduling Material - The link below will take you to the FSK scheduling page. On that page you can access your ECP's, the Program of Studies, and the Course Selection Form. You need to be logged into your Google CCPS Suite Account to access the ECP's.
https://sites.google.com/carrollk12.org/course-selection-resources/home

Virtual After School Tutoring is still offered when it snows! 
FSK offers virtual after school tutoring four days a week. 
To access virtual tutoring, please use the
Google Classroom code 53m5re5 and click on the Meet Link.
The schedule is:
Monday 4-7
Tuesday 2:30-3:30
Wednesday 4-7
Thursday 4-7
Although you are encouraged to join tutoring any time you need help,
please keep in mind that a Math teacher is available Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.
A Spanish teacher is available Tuesday.

Attached is the PowerPoint and PDF that we went through on Wednesday.
Please let me know if you are having any issues access your Score Reports from College Board.
https://classroom.google.com/c/MTQyNDkyMDc4ODkw
https://classroom.google.com/c/MTQyNDkyMDc4ODkw
https://classroom.google.com/c/MTQyNDkyMDc4ODkw

Wellness Wednesday's
I miss seeing you all at school!  I miss seeing you in the hallways or at lunch and being able to take a few seconds to catch up or answer a quick question.  I think most of us are missing those seemingly mundane interactions and, let's face it, current circumstances can leave us feeling a bit untethered.  Beginning Wednesday I'll be hosting "Wellness Wednesday's".  Simply join the meet link in the class ribbon at 9am for a check-in.  No agenda, no assignments...I just want to see how you're doing!  Looking forward to catching up!
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/Wellness Wednesday Flyer.pdf

You can now meet with College Reps through Naviance.  Click on link below for the directions to find the schedule of rep visits and to register to meet with them.  If you have any questions please feel free to contact Mr. Chaapel for help.
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/College Rep Visits Naviance.pdf

Class of 2022 Information from
Mrs. Welty - 11th Grade Counselor
Looking for scholarships? The College Board Opportunity Scholarship Program is now open to members of the Class of 2022. Check it out!!​ It guides students step by step through the college planning process. For each step that a student completes, they'll earn a chance at a $500 scholarship. When they complete all six steps, they'll earn a chance at $40,000. Please share this program with your juniors and encourage them to sign up and take the first step by building
a college list on BigFuture™.
Juniors: Sign Up Today Students Can Double Their Chances to Earn a Scholarship if:
• They received or used a fee waiver from the College Board.
• They attend a high school where 75% or more of students are eligible for free
or reduced-price lunch.
• Their annual family income is $60,000 or less.
https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/?SFMC_cid=EM447805-&rid=47010933

CALLING ALL JUNIOR GIRLS: CLASS OF 2022
· Program Name: Distinguished Young Women of Carroll County
· Who is eligible: Class of 2022 young women (only juniors in high school)
· Amount Awarded: Over $20,000 in cash and over 200 colleges offer scholarships for participation
· Requirements: Carroll County residents. 3.0 minimum GPA
· How to Apply: Go to distinguishedyw.org and click APPLY NOW. Their application will be sent to the local chairperson
· Deadline to Apply February 15, 2021
· Program will be held virtually on March 20, 2021
· Applying does not obligate them to participate
· There is no fee to enter and this is NOT a beauty pageant. Participants are evaluated in 5 areas and can win money overall and for individual categories
· Scholastics (transcripts and test scores are evaluated)
· Interview (10 minute interview about yourself-we prepare you)
· Talent (a 90 second piece of your choice-can be any talent, i.e. monologue, singing. painting, music, dancing)
· Fitness (a routine is taught to you)
· On stage speaking
For a video that shows what the program is all about: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=euOC-6J_J4c&feature=youtu.be
Any questions before applying can be sent to Dara/Kim at Carroll@distinguishedyw.org

Distinguished Young Women Scholarship Program
http://distinguishedyw.org/

As we embark on our 3 day weekend....Just a reminder to be working on your resume! Mrs. Adcock is available to assist you should you need help. Please e-mail her directly at jladcoc@carrollk12.org for resume assistance. A template and Resume Writing Guide has been provided as part of the assignment. If you have completed a resume as part of another class, you are welcome to update that resume and upload it to this Google Classroom. Mrs. Adcock will be reviewing all the resumes and providing feedback. Remember: A resume is a professional tool that will serve you well not only for mock interviews, but also in securing a summer job or internship, applying to colleges, etc.

This is absolutely the LAST CALL for you to submit your online course selection form to choose your classes for 21-22. This information has been available to all of you since January 13; we cannot move forward to build next year's master schedule until all course selections are submitted. I have been very willing to make myself available to help if assistance was needed and we are simply out of time. If you do not submit your form by next Tuesday, 2/16, I will have to make selections for you so please take a few minutes to submit that form. The scheduling website has links to the Program of Studies, your 4-year plans (also referred to as ECPs), as well as the link to the course selection form itself. All that you need to do is check off the classes on the form that are listed in your grade 12 column on your 4-year plan and then select any other classes that you wish to take until you have a total of 8 credits identified. Also available on the scheduling website are videos from each department about the class offerings in their area, as well as a video of me going over the course selection form.
https://sites.google.com/carrollk12.org/course-selection-resources/home​

Attention Juniors!  Ms. Adcock will be available to answer your resume questions
TODAY during advisory. Just click on the link (see below) in this Google Classroom to join.

As you prepare for the upcoming mock interviews, it is important to take the next step in the career preparation process: Creating your resume. This will serve as a professional document that you can use for applying to jobs, colleges, internships, etc. Please submit your resume here. Since this is your personal marketing document, you should select the option below that will allow you to create the best possible resume. Options for creating your resume: 1. Use the Resume Writing Guide (attached to this assignment) to assist you in creating your resume without a template. 2. Select a template from Google Docs or Microsoft Word - be sure to customize it appropriately and save it as a PDF before uploading here. 3. Canva is now an approved technology resource for CCPS, and can be found in the Student Resources section of Clever. You can search "High School Resume" templates in Canva, and select the template that you would like to customize. Then, you can save it and upload it here. 4. You can use the
Resume Template attached to this assignment. Be sure to delete any sections you are not
using and add sections as appropriate. If you have questions, or if you would like additional help, please contact Mrs. Adcock at jladcoc@carrollk12.org or join the Google Meet during advisory on February 10 (more sessions to be added).  The link for that Google Meet will be available in the banner of this Google Classroom.
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/Resume Writing Guide.pdf
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WLUGw_9TEa6gqgEkpSH18aRv3WH5ZKSzT1grpvuEAKQ/edit

Just reposting this to make it easier for you to find!
https://sites.google.com/carrollk12.org/course-selection-resources/home

Please remember that you must submit the online course selection form EVEN IF you met with me earlier this year to go over your 4-year plan. It only takes a few minutes to complete. All online course selection forms must be submitted by this Friday at the end of the school day!

Good Friday afternoon everyone!  A reminder that all online course selection forms must be submitted by the end of the school day next Friday, January 29th!  To date, only 25 students have submitted course requests for grade 12.  I will be available in my Google Classroom on Monday, 1/25, at the following times to provide assistance and answer questions:
**8:30-9:30 am
**10:30-11:00 am
**1:30-2:30 pm
Please plan to stop in if you need help or have any questions to ask me!
Have a great weekend all!
https://sites.google.com/carrollk12.org/course-selection-resources/home

Hello Junior! As you begin to prepare for mock interviews, please take a few minutes to watch the attached video which will give you a basic overview of how to write your resume. Resume Templates are provided in this Google Classroom as well. Please e-mail Mrs. Adcock at jladcoc@carrollk12.org with any questions.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rGSjqZvxvqauKv3dZEjuB891Phhu9gv8/view

Good afternoon all!  It was great catching up with those of you that stopped by my Google Classroom today to chat about course selection!
A couple of questions that came up today in conversation:
**Item #1 should be your last name; I'm not sure why that was not listed there but I fixed it. **Yes, even if we had a meeting to review/revise your 4-year plan and discussed classes for next year, you do still need to complete the online course selection form. The link to the scheduling website was posted on January 19 and is listed below in the stream a couple of posts down.
The Program of Studies, copies of 4-year plans (ECP's),
and a link to the course selection form are all posted on the website.
**Yes, you still need to sign up for 8 credits in spite of other plans like dual enrollment, internships, etc. The reason for this is that we cannot finalize plans for those things until
later in the semester. If, for any reason, one of those plans would fall through (unlikely, but it could happen), then we have a full schedule here for you. It's like a Plan B---it's always wise to have a Plan B. An example of this would be if you are planning to take ENG 101 at CCC
next year, go ahead and put in the English class listed on your 4-year plan. We will remove that once your registration at CCC is completed. I will likely open up my classroom at least a few more times before course selections are due on 1/29. Look out for a post from me about that!

NACAC Virtual College Fairs
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/nacac-2021-virtual-college-fair-flyer-0121_4.pdf

Course selection assistance is going on all day tomorrow here in my Google Classroom! The link to all scheduling resources is below:  A few quick reminders:
Please take a few minutes to review my scheduling presentation from last Wednesday evening before completing your course selection form.
https://sites.google.com/carrollk12.org/course-selection-resources/home
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Z4fL1Rj3DIxLkycyIQufUc16xu6-tpSNztoeEfZmNZ8/edit#slide=id.p

Mock Interviews will be held during the month of March on Wednesdays and they will be held virtually. Please use the Google Form to sign-up to participate in a mock interview (please use your CCPS e-mail to sign-up!). E-mail Mrs. Adcock at jladcoc@carrollk12.org with any questions. For a recap of the benefits of participating in a mock interview, please review the Google Slides presentation posted in this classroom (presented on 1.6.21).
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScbsOnU3AwrrvnVY1SPCYkl85XqFGG5vMi00Jbh2aKWub3hyA/viewform

Dual Enrollment Presentation
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1rG3Vi6m1o4Nh_fF7HFsrKFuvJ6CoZP-5kB_ZoCREq8I/edit#slide=id.p

Course Selection Presentation
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Z4fL1Rj3DIxLkycyIQufUc16xu6-tpSNztoeEfZmNZ8/edit#slide=id.p

If you missed the ASVAB Information Session today, please check out this video, which includes an overview of your scores as well as tutorials and instructions for taking your FYI and exploring the Occu-Find. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Adcock directly at jladcoc@carrollk12.org.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rHw_0jxQ0hw-TbMQTFjv7dl8BCnfbQcw/view

College Board Virtual College Visits
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/BigFuture-Days-Flyer.pdf

Hello junior! If you missed the Advisory Presentation on Mock Interviews, please see the Google Slides Presentation for more information or e-mail Mrs. Adcock at jladcoc@carrollk12.org.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1T7NYnhUdWhLTu857bBXVSNeOf4m0mP_2arRece9fqCU/edit#slide=id.p1​

Course Selection Information 21-22
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/Scheduling Newsletter Current FSK Students.pdf
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/Course Information Night January 13.pdf

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Lab ASPIRE 2021 Summer Internship Program
We are pleased to announce that applications for the 2021 summer ASPIRE high school internship will open at 12:00am on January 1st, 2021.  ASPIRE is JHU APL’s unpaid, hands-on, learning-based internship that provides high school juniors and seniors with the opportunity to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.  ASPIRE’s experiential and educational nature is designed to give students a chance to see inside the STEM industry. This year, they have made some significant changes to ASPIRE, including:  Expanded opportunities for students more than 30 miles away - Virtual, hybrid, and in-person internship opportunities (if circumstances allow) - A longer application window (January 1 to February 28) - A single streamlined application - And more!  To learn more about this exciting opportunity (which is completely free!), as well as view our full eligibility requirements, please visit the ASPIRE website at https://secwww.jhuapl.edu/stem/aspire/ Have more questions?  Feel free to attend one of our upcoming virtual information sessions.  Each program will run approximately one hour in length, depending on the number of questions, and will be held via Zoom. Information can be found below and calendar invites are attached.
January 7th, 4:00pm-5:00pm ET ASPIRE Internship Information Session 1 https://jhuapl.zoomgov.com/j/1611070810?pwd=ZzBRUDZEbVFiUHFaQk85L2EvSjNSdz09 Meeting ID: 161 107 0810
Password: 228983
January 11th, 5:00pm-6:00pm ET ASPIRE Internship information Session 2 https://jhuapl.zoomgov.com/j/1607711800?pwd=R3NtbWVlRVdrdnQvTFJiaEVqb04xdz09 Meeting ID: 160 771 1800
Password: 365771
If you are interested in applying for the ASPIRE Internship Program for this summer
or would like additional information, please contact
Mrs. Adcock, Career Connections Coordinator at FSK, jladcoc@carrollk12.org
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/ASPIRE Summer 2021 Flyer (1).pdf

Good morning Class of 2022!  Course selection for next year is happening next month! 
If you have not yet scheduled a 4 year plan meeting with me please do so as soon as you can. 
The link to my Sign Up Genius is below and I will be adding dates/times for January!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0845a5ad23aaf58-fouryear

SAT Test Dates and Deadlines
https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register/dates-deadlines

ACT Test Dates and Deadlines

2020-2021 Guide for the College Bound Student Athlete

Class of 2021 Information from
Mrs. Headley - 12th Grade Counselor
The Carroll Community College scholarship portal is now open!
All applications must be submitted by April 2nd.
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/Kami Export - AwardSpring Guide.pdf
https://www.carrollcc.edu/Costs-and-Aid/Scholarships/

We have just received official word from MSDE that the Service Learning Hour requirement of 75hours WILL NOT BE waived. Students in the Class of 2021 are required to submit
75 hours to earn a Maryland High School Diploma.

The Maryland FAFSA deadline is due by midnight March 1st!
You will need to coordinate with your parents in completing this form. The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is required by community colleges (2 year) and 4 year institutions. We hosted a Financial Aid presentation this fall and the recorded meeting
is posted under the classwork section.
https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Our next meeting will be Wednesday, April 14th at 9am.
Below are items from today's meeting:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP2q7OSMPHJXJ4bxc92a3okBeqbjyXY2QfKoWPs0LnUEhNYQ/viewform
https://classroom.google.com/c/ODIyMjkwOTEzMTJa
https://www.balfour.com/
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PEU-Wrjh1uwYtn4GKhjMUJd3ajxcxCGa/view
https://classroom.google.com/c/ODIyMjkwOTEzMTJa
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/Senior Booklet 2021 Part 1.pdf
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/2021 Class Activities.pptx

A Senior Class Meeting will be held Wednesday, February 17th in Google Meet at 9am. Use the meet link in this classroom. Information will be shared about graduation activities and class activities. There will be a representative from Balfour on hand to discuss ordering Caps and Gowns. Balfour will be at FSK on 2/23 and 2/25 to accept orders in person for Caps and Gowns or they can be made online. Caps & Gowns will arrive by early May to FSK.

Virtual Students Only - 2nd semester materials will be distributed on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 from 8am - 6pm in the auditorium.

Teachers are working in Google Classrooms today.  Please review your schedule in
Home Access Center to confirm your classes for this semester. 
Your Google Classroom stream should be cleaned up by the end of the week. 
Schedule appointments for this week are reserved for students with holes in their schedules or needing to be rescheduled in classes needed to graduate.
I will post when I am available to meet to change a class for students with full schedules.

Spring Dual Enrollment Students...
please see information below provided by Carroll Community College.
Classes Start on Monday 2/1
Very important Information for Class Preview:
• Set up your student account at www.carrollcc.edu/MyCarroll/
• Log into Canvas using the link above. From the Lynx Student Portal, click on Canvas.
There will be a link to each class there.
• Review the syllabus and course expectations before your first day to ensure you are comfortable with the class.
• Make sure you know your schedule and course format (see descriptions below). There are multiple class formats: on campus, remote synchronous, online asynchronous and hybrid (on campus and web). Make sure you know what yours are https://www.carrollcc.edu/Apply-and-Register/Become-a-Credit-Student/COVIDCoursesInfo/Instructional-Formats/
• You cannot add classes after you have missed the first meeting.
Make schedule adjustments before classes begin, not after.
• Take advantage of this preview option and know where to go/login the first day.
• Check your college email account daily starting now.

Before Coming to Campus:
• You are welcome to come to campus to use Wi-Fi for remote synchronous classes or to study anytime. You do not need to be registered for an on-campus class to use Wi-Fi or study.
• Check the COVID-19 INFO PAGE for information before coming https://www.carrollcc.edu/covid-19/
• Fill out the screening tool from home before leaving for campus each time. You will get a code emailed to you which will allow you to enter https://www.carrollcc.edu/Student-Life/COVID-19-Resources/Screening-Tool-Instructions-for-Campus-Access/

High School Counselor Notes:
• Dual classes at Carroll begin Monday Feb. 1
• Dual classes at CCPS will follow the CCPS schedule
• Books are available to purchase in the bookstore, students should have them on their first day for classes at Carroll and at CCPS https://www.carrollcc.edu/about/on-campus/college-bookstore/
• Review the course syllabus and workload to determine if it is going to be the right class for them and make course adjustments before classes begin.
• Preview week is so important for students in this virtual environment.
• Check college email account daily starting now

Spring Calendar for Dual at Carroll
Fall Semester begins Mon. Feb 1
Fall Late Start begins Feb. 15
Refund/Drop Period Ends (7 PM) Feb. 8
Spring Recess March 21 – March 28
College re-opens March 29
Withdrawal Deadline April 7
Finals Week May 15-21
Term Ends May 21

• Follow the calendar and weather related closures for Carroll CC. Anyone can opt in at www.carrollcc.edu/e2campus and receive text alerts.

Spring Calendar for Dual at CCPS
Spring Semester begins Feb. 2
Spring Semester Ends May 21
• Classes will begin on Tues. Feb. 2 and end on Fri. May 21.
• Dual Enrollment classes being offered on site at CCPS only will follow the CCPS calendar for days off and weather-related closures.

Upcoming Event – Presidents’ Day Open House
Presidents’ Day Open House – Monday, February 15th – Live Virtual Event at 1:00
Virtual Event Sign up and details at www.carrolcc.edu/admissionsRSVP

All New Students Review the New Student Info Sheet at www.carrollcc.edu/newstudentinfo.
If you would like an appointment first apply www.carrollcc.edu/applynow then click here.

Be sure to review graduation requirements under the "Senior Year Info" in the Classwork tab.
*Seniors must pass 4 credits beyond Junior Year
*Seniors must earn 75 Service Learning Hours
*Seniors must pass English 12 or course equivalent (Dual Enrollment/ AP Lit)
*Seniors must earn 3 credits of Math (2 Algebra, 1 Geometry) AND
be enrolled for the duration of a math class each year.

This is a hectic time of year and has been made even more complicated with recent circumstances. Schedule changes for semester 2 will be triaged in the following order:
*Student needs to be rescheduled in a graduation required class (February 2-5, invite only)
*Student has a hole in their schedule (February 2-5, invite only)
*Student wants to change a class
(February 8-12, must use signup genius link to make appointment)
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904054eaead2ca0fe3-2021

A Senior Class Meeting will be held Wednesday, February 17th in Google Meet at 9am. Use the meet link in this classroom. Information will be shared about graduation activities and class activities. There will be a representative from Balfour on hand to discuss ordering Caps and Gowns. Balfour will be at FSK on 2/23 and 2/25 to accept orders in person for Caps and Gowns or they can be made online. Caps & Gowns will arrive by early May to FSK. Looking forward to seeing you soon! Mrs. Headley

If you missed the ASVAB Information Session today, please check out this video, which includes an overview of your scores as well as tutorials and instructions for taking your FYI and exploring the Occu-Find. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Adcock directly at jladcoc@carrollk12.org.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rHw_0jxQ0hw-TbMQTFjv7dl8BCnfbQcw/view

Parents & Senior Students - Back in November a senior diploma form was mailed with your students report card.  The form was due in our office on December 18th.  At this time, we are still missing a lot of forms.  Please complete the senior diploma form and return it to
Mrs. Fine ASAP!  The form will be accepted by email (llfine@carrollk12.org), mail or in person.
An example of the form is below.
If you have any questions or need another form, please let Mrs. Fine know.
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/20-21 Senior Diploma Form.doc

As the winter holiday quickly approaches please realize college application materials (transcripts, LORs, etc.) will NOT BE PROCESSED over the break. 

How to Write Your Mock Interview Thank You Letter
Last presentation in the How to Prepare For Your Mock Interview Series.  Please e-mail your thank you letters to Mrs. Adcock at jladcoc@carrollk12.org prior to sending to the employer.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IpYpn5pUlVKeO66dseU292AyIdahpfFN/view

Mid-year transcripts will be sent to colleges when Semester 1 grades have been finalized.
The grading window for Semester 1 closes 1/29.
I will process mid-year reports in Naviance the first 2 weeks in February.

You can track your college application materials a few different ways.  You can track through Naviance, Common App, or directly through your college application portal.  If you applied using Common App go directly to the school to see if the documents have been downloaded.  In Naviance go to "Colleges I'm Applying To" and you will see if your transcript and supporting documents (initial materials) have been sent.  You can also view "Manage Transcripts" to confirm it has been sent.  Letters of Recommendation can be tracked by going to "Colleges-Home" tab and then "Letters of Recommendation".  In many instances the documentation has been sent or downloaded but colleges do not regularly update their application portal. Resending material electronically can slow down the process.  My recommendation is to CALL the admissions offices at each school to confirm they have all the documentation they need. When you speak to the representative confirm an email address and I am happy to resubmit material on your behalf.

Check out this video on google classrooms about "Resume Writing". 
You can also cut and paste the link below:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rGSjqZvxvqauKv3dZEjuB891Phhu9gv8/view

Check out the video on the google classroom regarding "Interviewing Do's and Dont's"
and the video on "How to Ace Your Virtual Mock Interview"

Please be sure to follow the College Application Check List.  I recommend printing it out and checking off items as you go.  CCPS REQUIRES me to use Naviance to submit all application material.  Be mindful of your college deadlines.  Counselors and Teachers require at least 2 weeks notice to submit documentation. 
Common mistakes when NOT following Check List:
Unmatched Common App/Naviance Account
view video on your Naviance home screen showing how to link accounts. 
Unknown Application Destination
you MUST select HOW you're applying to the university, via Common App
or directly to the Institution  
List of Colleges
If using Common App you must make sure the college appears in
your Common App account AND Naviance.

You all have been doing an excellent job with the College Application process so far, especially with using the new Naviance program!  Please keep in mind the following items:  Be mindful of College Application deadlines.  I require at least 2 or 3 weeks notice of any documentation you will need as well as teachers who may write a Letter of Recommendation for you.  Keep in mind we do not process items on weekends or holidays.  If you have a December 1st deadline items need to be submitted to me by the end of THIS WEEK to allow for sufficient processing time. 
If your college requires a "Written Evaluation" that is also known as a Counselor Letter of Recommendation, please go in to your application accounts (Naviance, Common App
and college specific) and double check.  If it is required and it is not complete please email me ASAP. Consider printing out the attached 'one page quick guide' on the college application process using Naviance.  Have it handy while you complete application steps online.
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/Student College Application Naviance Check List.pdf

I miss seeing you all at school!  I miss seeing you in the hallways or at lunch and being able to take a few seconds to catch up or answer a quick question.  I think most of us are missing those seemingly mundane interactions and, let's face it, current circumstances can leave us feeling a bit untethered.  Beginning next Wednesday I'll be hosting "Wellness Wednesdays". Simply join the meet link in the class ribbon at 9am for a check-in.  No agenda, no assignments...I just want to see how you're doing!  Looking forward to catching up!
/schools/high/fsk/SchoolCounseling/Documents/Wellness Wednesdays.pdf

Typically as a Sophomore at Key you are provided the opportunity to order a class ring. I know not everyone has the means or even would like one as a Sophomore. That being said, if you are interested in a class ring, I’m attaching information for you to design and then order a pretty awesome keepsake through Balfour. Normally this would be done in person, however; much like most things in 2020 we’ve had to adjust. Class ring orders through Balfour may be purchased online using the following attachments and guides to selecting your class ring. In addition to that, we also will set up a Virtual Ring Ceremony for any students that purchase this keepsake this year on Thursday March 25, 2021. If you are unsure about purchasing a class ring or need more information, the link below offers a brief video and step by step tutorial that walks you through the process. There is a QR Code attached to the PowerPoint as well that will take you to Balfour’s ordering page and assist you in the creation and purchasing of your ring. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions or need support throughout the process.
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/o2nuwm3wxazw174/AAC291OzfEKUdYZNWcFxbiz6a/5105_SY21_HSRingVideo_vF2.mp4?dl=0
https://classroom.google.com/w/ODIyMjkwOTEzMTJa/tc/MTY4MDU4NjM0MzM5