JUNIORS – SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER Julie Sitko, College and Career Counselor [email protected] 412-264-9440, ext. 2038

Hello from the Counseling Office at Moon Area High School. My name is Julie Sitko and I am the College and Career Counselor. It’s not too early to start thinking about life after high school. My role is to advise and support students and families in the college search and to help identify “best fit” colleges and universities.

Here are some things to think about as we go through your child’s junior year: FALL - Post-Secondary Timeline for juniors • Begin the college and career exploration process with Naviance Family Connection • Take the PSAT, which will be offered on Saturday, October 15, 2016 • Register for the SAT and/or ACT beginning in the winter (January/February) • Register to meet with college representatives visiting Moon Area High School

College Representatives Visiting Moon Area High School this fall! As of today, there are over 30 colleges and universities visiting Moon this fall. A full list of colleges is in the Counseling Office, as well as English classes. Announcements will also be made. Students must register for the college visits. Additional schools will be added throughout the fall. Students can check for additional schools, in the Counseling Office.

College Date Time

Butler University Tue September 13, 2016 9:30 AM

Case Western Reserve University Tue September 13, 2016 1:30 PM

The University of Akron Wed September 14, 2016 11:00 AM

Kent State University Thu September 15, 2016 8:00 AM

Chatham University Thu September 15, 2016 9:45 AM

Calvin College Fri September 16, 2016 11:45 AM

Messiah College Fri September 16, 2016 1:00 PM

Michigan State University Mon September 19, 2016 9:00 AM

American University Mon September 19, 2016 1:30 PM

Virginia Tech Tue September 20, 2016 9:30 AM

Tiffin University Wed September 21, 2016 9:30 AM

St. Bonaventure University Wed September 21, 2016 1:00 PM

Marietta College Thu September 22, 2016 9:00 AM

Clarion University of Thu September 22, 2016 12:45 PM

Lycoming College Mon September 26, 2016 1:30 PM

SUNY Fredonia Mon September 26, 2016 9:30 PM

University of Rochester Wed September 28, 2016 8:00 AM

Cleveland State University Fri September 30, 2016 8:00 AM

Bowling Green State University Fri September 30, 2016 9:00 AM

University of North Carolina at Charlotte Mon October 3, 2016 8:00 AM

Cedarville University Mon October 3, 2016 9:30 AM

University of Dayton Mon October 3, 2016 11:00 AM

Boston University Tue October 4, 2016 9:45 AM York College of Pennsylvania Tue October 4, 2016 11:30 AM

Indiana University of Pennsylvania Wed October 5, 2016 9:30 AM

Alderson-Broaddus College Thu October 6, 2016 8:30 AM

Allegheny College Thu October 6, 2016 9:30 AM

Western New England University Fri October 7, 2016 1:30 PM

University of Tue October 11, 2016 8:00 AM

La Roche College Tue October 11, 2016 9:30 AM

Washington and Jefferson College Tue October 11, 2016 1:30 PM

Ohio Wesleyan University Mon October 17, 2016 10:00 AM

Villanova University Wed October 26, 2016 9:00 AM

Gannon University Thu October 27, 2016 10:30 AM

Westminster College Mon October 31, 2016 9:00 AM

Pennsylvania State University, Beaver Wed November 2, 2016 8:00 AM

CAREER EXPOSURE OPPORTUNITY Interested in Architecture, Construction or Engineering? Get involved with ACE!! The mission of ACE is to engage high school students to pursue careers in architecture, engineering and construction through mentoring. ACE is held twice a month from 4 – 6 PM (October through April) at a different location throughout Pittsburgh. Students are placed on teams and are responsible for developing a project (example: building a hotel). There is no fee for the program; however students are responsible for transportation. www.acepittsburgh.org www.acementor.org

SAT & ACT TEST DATES 16-17 SAT Test Registration Deadline: ACT Test: Registration Deadline: Oct. 1 Sept. 1 Sept. 10 August 7 Nov. 5 Oct. 7 Oct. 22 Sept. 16 Dec. 3 Nov. 3 Dec. 10 Nov. 4 Jan. 21 Dec. 21 Feb. 11 Jan. 13 March 11 Feb. 10 April 8 March 3 May 6 April 7 June 10 May 5 June 3 May 9

SAT registration: www.collegeboard.org ACT registration: www.act.org --When registering - only fill out what is required! You will need an electronic picture and credit card. Tests are offered at Moon on the italicized dates, but held at neighboring schools on all other dates. --Students on free/reduced lunch are eligible for a fee waiver. See the counseling office. --Every college accepts either the SAT or ACT. There is no preference. --It is recommended you take both tests, determine which test you performed better on and take that test a second time to have the highest score possible.

** Registration deadline dates are subject to change, but are accurate as of the writing of this letter**

COLLEGE EVENTS HAPPENING IN THE AREA

Moon Area High School College Fair @ Robert Morris University Tuesday, September 27, 2016 Sewall Center 6:00 – 8:00 PM

SAT/ACT Workshop - How to Prepare for the tests Thursday, October 20, 2016 Moon Area High School LGI 6:30 PM

The College Affordability Experiment at Robert Morris University Tuesday, September 13 6:00-8:00 PM RSVP at: www.surveymonkey.com/r/sept13@rmu

Duquesne University Fall Open House Sunday, September 18, 2016 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM www.duq.edu/admissions

West Virginia University Annual Veterinary Career Day (overview of Veterinary degree) Saturday, September 17, 2016 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM No cost. Must register at 304.293.1951

Massachusetts Institute of Technology Monday, September 19, 2016 6:30 PM Information Session Shady Side Academy, Rauh Theater 423 Fox Chapel Road Pittsburgh, PA 15238

Lake Erie of Osteopathic Medicine Considering a career as a physician, pharmacist or dentistry? Parents and students are invited to attend the High School Open House at LECOM. Saturday, September 24, 2016 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM 1858 West Grandview Blvd. Erie, PA 16509 RSVP 814.866.8456 Exploring Educational Excellence (Brown U, Columbia U, Cornell U, Rice U, and the U of Chicago) Information Session Sunday, September 25, 2016 7:00 PM Pittsburgh Marriott City Center 112 Washington Place Pittsburgh, PA 15219 www.Exploringeducationalexcellence.org

North Pittsburgh College Fair @ La Roche College Monday, October 03, 2016 6:00-8:00 PM Kerr Fitness & Sports Center 900 Babcock Boulevard Pittsburgh, PA 15237

South Hills College Fair @ Bethel Park HS Tuesday, October 4, 2016 6:30 – 8:30 PM Bethel Park High School 309 Church Road Bethel Park, PA 15102

Women in the Trades Day Rosedale Technical College 8:00-1:00 To register, contact Kim Bell ([email protected]) or 412-521-6200

Washington University in St. Louis Admissions Information Session Pittsburgh Marriott City Center 112 Washington Place Pittsburgh, PA Sunday, October 23, 2016 2:00 – 3:00 PM No reservation is needed. Rosedale Technical College Open House 215 Beecham Drive, #2 Pittsburgh, PA 15205 Saturday, October 29, 2016 10:00 – 1:00 No reservation is needed

Colleges and universities host open house and other visitation programs throughout the school year. This is a short list of some opportunities. Check schools’ websites for additional visitation opportunities.