Why is the PSAT important

As we get closer to the October 17 PSAT testing date for 10th and 11th graders (optional for 9th graders), the benefits of this test have become more apparent:


• Students will get practice taking a timed test: TAKS testing was on an unlimited time basis, STAAR/EOC tests are timed

• Students and parents will receive a score report that will provide an estimate of what the student's SAT score might be

• The PSAT score report comes with an access code that translates to five different services provided for FREE by the College Board, the creator of the PSAT

• The PSAT score from the test taken in the junior year is used to determine National Merit winners. There are National Awards for Hispanic and African American students that also use these PSAT results. The benefits of these honors appear in many ways when it is time to attend college. All students should do their best on this exam. CHS honorees this year are: National Merit Commended Scholar: Tanner VandeWalle National Hispanic Recognition: David Rodriguez

Pink Defying Gravity, Inc Conference

The Junior League of North Harris and South Montgomery Counties, Inc. is excited to partner with Pink Defying Gravity, Inc. for their 4th bi-annual Young Women's Leadership Conference, SPARK! The Conference is on October 13th, 2012 at Summer Creek High School in Humble ISD from 8:30 am-3:00 pm for young women grades 6th-12th. The primary mission of the SPARK! Conference is to empower young women to discover their uniqueness. Please visit http://pinkdefyinggravity.org/programs/ for more information on this year's Conference topics and updates.
For the first time, the parents of the girls are invited to attend the conference. We will have two speakers from 1:00 pm-2:00 pm who will speak to parents on the issues of college readiness and internet safety. We want the parents to be informed about things that affect their daughters.

Thank you for encouraging your students and their parents to attend. Please contact Mrs. Joiner for questions or comments.

Scholarships

Are you ready to start working on your scholarship search?  We recommend the websites on this list http://goo.gl/Y2khq 

It is important for students to remember that they should never pay to have to search for scholarships!  Remember that we can help you in the College and Career Center.

Women's Energy Network

Check out Women's Energy Network for a great conference and scholarship opportunity! http://www.womensenergynetwork.org/?nd=ywedetails

See Ms. Roberts in the CCC for the scholarship application, it is due October 1.

Parent Workshops in the College/Career Center

We will be hosting several parent workshops in the College and Career Center.  Parents can come at either 7:30am-8:30am or 6:30pm-7:30pm.  For all sessions, enter through the front doors and follow the signs to the CCC.

Topics:
"All Things Applications" 9/17
"How to Choose a College" 9/24
"Understanding Financial Aid" 10/1
"Finding Money for College" 10/8

We hope to see you there!

Don't forget to register for CISD College Night

We will have over 180 college reps at CISD College Night on 10/9.  We are asking that students pre-register and get a barcode.  The college reps will be able to scan your barcode to get your information.  This way you will not have to fill out any paper work and you can save time!  To register follow the directions below.

Distinguished Achievement Program

It is time for seniors to apply for our highest diploma called the Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP).  This program gives students a special distinction in the graduation program and on their final transcript. Seniors must have had at least three years of a foreign language to be eligible.  Seniors currently in their third year of a foreign language are also eligible.  They also must complete a total of four "alternative measures".  These can be things like: dual credit classes, scoring a 3 or higher on an AP exam, being a National Merit Scholar or Hispanic Scholar, or advancing with their science fair project.

It is an honor to be a DAP student.  In order to start the process, simply fill out the form below and return it to Mrs. Joiner in the Tiger Den by November 9th.  She will let you know if you qualify or not by January.  If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Joiner at lajoiner@conroeisd.net or 936-709-5676.  Copies of the form are also available in the counselors' offices and in the Tiger Den.