The WHSAD guidance department is hosting a “Rising Seniors College Preparation Workshop” for students and their parents on, Tuesday, May 16th 2017, from 5:30pm-7:00pm and Saturday, May 20th 2017, from 11:00am-12:30pm. Topics to be covered include: TRANSCRIPT “Is your child on target to graduate in June 2016?” SAT’S/REGENTS “Is your child considered College Ready?” 2-YEAR VS. 4-YEAR PROGRAMS CUNY/SUNY/PRIVATE/OUT-OF-STATE COLLEGES COLLEGE APPLICATIONS, COMMON APP, FEES AND DEADLINES SEEK/EOP/HEOP FINANCIAL AID SCHOLARSHIPS RECOMMENDATIONS & ESSAYS SENIOR DUES AND ACTIVITIES Please RSVP to Ms. Terraferma @ 718-388-1260 x3311 or terraferma@whsad.org … [Read more...]
Questbridge Prep Scholars Application Available Now for Juniors
Are you an outstanding low-income high school junior? If so, apply to the QuestBridge College Prep Scholars Program to get an early advantage in college admissions. See your guidance counselor Ms. Erneste if you would like to be nominated. Spring Deadline is March 21st! All College Prep Scholars will receive: Specialized guidance on applying to college: A "VIP club," where you can get exclusive resources and support Essay coaching: Get personalized feedback on your essay from QuestBridge The distinction of being identified as outstanding potential candidate to top colleges Connects high-achieving low-income students with admission and full four-year scholarships to our partner colleges. College Match Scholarships, which are … [Read more...]
Pace University’s Upward Bound program accepting applications!
Pace University’s Upward Bound program is now accepting applications for 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students. This program is designed for students who are serious about their academic development and who would like assistance in getting into college. If you are a motivated student, and a United States citizen or legal resident, we encourage you to apply to this program. The deadline is Friday October 23rd 2015! For additional information and application material please go to the following links. http://www.pace.edu/school-of-education/ub [gview file="https://www.whsad.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Upward-Bound-Application-2015.2016.pdf"] … [Read more...]