Sept 1-17: Senior CCR individual meetings with counselors Sept 11: Rocky Mountain College Fair @ Juan Diego High School Sept 11: ACT @JHS Sept 17: Oct ACT Registration Deadline Sept 20-21:Parent Teacher Conferences
Senior
SEPTEMBER 2021
Dec 1: Priority Admission Deadline for U of U. Dec 11: ACT @ JHS- last chance before Jan scholarship deadlines Sept 11: Rocky Mountain College Fair @ Juan Diego High School Sept 11: ACT @JHS Sept 20-21:Parent Teacher Conferences Sept 24: No School- great day for a college Visit!
October Events
Bulletin
CCR Canvas
December Events
Besides taking classes and earning good grades your senior year, you have other choices to make. Consider the following options for your plan after high school.
But first, lets talk Graduation!
Talking College and Careers already?
September Events
Oct 1: FAFSA application opens Oct 4-8: Utah College Application Week- seniors will be applying to colleges during English classes Oct 12: USU Open House- apply and get a scholarship this night! Oct 14-17: Fall Break-great days for a college visit! Oct 20: End of Quarter 1 Oct 23: ACT @JHS- Last test before priority admissions deadline Dec 1
Credit Recovery Options -Jordan High Night School: starts Quarter 2 -Canyons Online: online makeup through Canyons District -Diamond Ridge Packets -Accredited learning centers like: BYU Independent Study and Northridge Learning Center *If you plan to play college sports through NCAA, make sure to check that the credit recovery option is NCAA approved.
Nov 1: Priority Admissions Deadline for BYU and Honors UofU Nov 1: FAFSA Night @ JHS Sept 11: Rocky Mountain College Fair @ Juan Diego High School Sept 11: ACT @JHS Sept 20-21:Parent Teacher Conferences Sept 24: No School- great day for a college Visit!
Graduation Tip -Know what credits you need to graduate by checking Skyward -Make up any missing or failed class ASAP -Pass all classes -Make sure NGs are cleared before you apply to colleges and submit transcripts. *You cannot walk in graduation if you have NGs
College
1,2, and 4 year programs that provide certificates, licenses or degrees. -Make college visits, and apply to several colleges -Retake the ACT/SAT if needed -Apply for FAFSA and Scholarships -Graduate from High School
Career
-Prepare a resume and brush up on interviewing skills. -Consider taking CTE and CTEC classes in job interest areas -Consider internships or internship class at Jordan High -Make sure your grades and attendance reflect your work ethic
Military
Offers a wide range of training, education and employment opportunities -Research the best fit for you and talk with a recruiter
Mission
Consider applying to college and deferring your admission
More information/important links are on the Senior CCR Canvas page. Scan Here-->
November Events
Postponing your admittance to a 4-year school for 1-2 years.
Seniors! Use your personal email for all college applications, testing, and scholarship applications! You cannot access your csddocs email once you leave Jordan and colleges cannot contact you through it.
Some applications or scholarships will request Letters of Recommendation from teachers or employers who can speak highly of your accomplishments. 1. Have people in mind who you could ask to write a recommendation for you. 2. Be able to explain your accomplishments, leadership, community service, extracurricular activities, goals, etc. 3. Fill out a Letter of Recommendation form to give to your recommend-ers scan for form->
Schedule a College Visit 1. Go to the school's website 2. Find "Future Student" or "Admissions" tab 3. Look for the "Campus Visit" or "Schedule a Tour" link 4. Click link and sign up for a tour/visit *excuse absences through the Jordan attendance office. Seniors have 2 days for excused college visits!
““Do something now; your future self will thank you for later.” - unknown”
College Degree Options
College Deferment
Letter Of Recommendation
Utah College application week
College Applications coming soon!
- Military service or religious mission after high school. - Apply to college while still in high school and be eligible for "incoming freshman scholarships" -Some scholarships can can be deferred and saved up to 2.5 years! -Apply to college, apply for deferment on college website deferment page, be ready to start college when you get back!
College refers to any post-high school training.
Order Transcripts
Apply to college during UCAW. Counselors will be here to help! -All seniors will be completing at least one college application during their English class the week of October 4-8 -Many schools will be waiving their application fee at this time. *More information to come in the October Bulletin
More details and a list of Utah colleges and Trade Schools on the Senior CCR Canvas course
Certificate or Diploma: A non-degree certificate that demonstrates you have certain skills or training. (6 weeks to a year to complete) Associates Degree: Basic, two-year college degree; often awarded at community college and includes completion of generals Bachelors Degree: four or five year program of study at college. Bachelor of Science (B.S) of Bachelor of Arts (B.A) are the most common.
Students must submit a transcript as part of the college application process How to order: 1. Visit Parchment.com and create an account. The link is also on our counseling web page. *make sure to use a personal email NOT CSDDOCS. 2. Add Jordan High School as your current school on your profile 3. Select "Order Transcripts" 4. Choose the schools and organizations to receive your transcript by using the search bar. *you can also request a copy for yourself. *make sure to send transcripts before admission deadline.
Utah Colleges and Universities
Admissions, Scholarship, And Financial aid Deadlines
Links to colleges on Senior Canvas
ACT Register- www.act.org Cost: $60.00 (no writing) $85.00 (plus writing) Late Fee: $36 *Fee waivers available (see Mr. Spears)
SAT Register: http://account.collegeboard.org Cost: $55.00 (no writing) $68.00 (plus writing) Late Fee: $30 *Fee waivers available (see Mr. Spears)
Test Date
Registration Deadline
Late Registration Deadline
August 28
July 30
August 17
October 2
September 3
September 21
November 6
October 8
October 26
December 4
November 4
November 23
March 12
February 11
March 1
May 7
April 8
April 26
June 4
May 5
May 25
Southern Utah University ($60)
March 1 2022
Pres. Dec 1 2021 March 1 2022
May 1 2022
University of Utah ($55)
December 1 2021
February 1 2022
Utah State University ($50)
January 10 2022
Contact Fin. Aid
Mountainland Technical College
Free Application
Varies- check website
April 1 2022
Utah Valley University ($35)
August 1 2022
Weber State University ($30)
Open- Apply before first day of semester
Westminster College ($50)
Early Action Dec 1 2021 Final Deadline Feb 1 2022
April 15 2022
COLLEGE or UNIVERSITY
FALL 2022 APPLICATION DEADLINE
FALL 2022 SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE
FALL 2022 FINANCIAL AID (FAFSA) DEADLINE
Brigham Young University ($35)
Priority Deadline Nov 1 Deadline Dec. 15 2021
December 15 2021
June 30 2022
BYU-Hawaii ($35)
Doc.Deadline:January 15 App.Deadline:February 1 2022
BYU- Idaho ($35)
Priority Deadline Feb 1 Deadline Sept 1 2022
July 1 2022
Ensign College ($35)
September 1 2022
Aug 15 2022
no deadline
Dixie State University ($35)
Open- Apply before 1st day of Semester
Salt Lake Community College (free)
Open- Apply before Aug 16
Snow College ($30)
June 1 2022
Late Fee
September 11
August 6
August 20
October 23
September 17
October 1
December 11
November 5
November 19
February 12
January 7
January 23
April 2
February 25
March 11
June 11
May 6
May 20
July 16
June 17
June 24
Jordan offers PTSA scholarships for seniors. Here are they ways to be eligible! -Must be an active member of of PTSA: join for $6 -Help with school activities throughout the year (PTSA Day, Grad Night, etc. ) -Membership and involvements will make you eligible for scholarship in the Spring!
The WUE is a program of the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE). Students who are residents of WICHE sates may enroll at participating 2 or 4 year college programs outside of their home state at a reduced tuition rate. WICHE states include:(Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming) For applications and more information go to www.wiche.edu/sep/wue
The Eligibility Center certifies the academic and amateur credentials of all students who want to play at an NCAA Division I or II institution as freshman. Qualifications include: -Students must meet certain academic benchmarks. -Students should register with the Eligibility Center by the end of Junior Year and have transcripts sent. -Send ACT scores and updated transcripts senior year. (transcripts sent through Parchments and ACT mailed directly through ACT using 9999 as the code on the registration form. -Students MUST make sure they have met the NCAA academic requirements, before leaving high school. Talk to your counselor to ensure you are on track.
Need help finding and applying to scholarships and financial aide? Jordan High has its very own Scholarship Coordinator and FAFSA Coordinator Scholarship help: Lisa Petersen Office: Counseling Center Email: lisa.petersen@canyonsdistrict.org
FAFSA help: Karen Barnhill Office: Room 1038 Email: karen.barnhill@canyonsdistrict.org
Scholarship and FAFSA Help
NCAA
Sterling Scholars
We are looking for talented seniors to represent Jordan at the state level for the pursuit of excellence in leadership, and citizenship.Each department nominates a scholar: it could be you! Categories include: English, mathematics, social science, science, world languages, computer technology, skilled and technical sciences education, family and consumer sciences, business and marketing, speech/theater arts/forensics, visual arts, instrumental music, vocal music, and dance Once chosen as a school nominee, the student will complete a portfolio and enter the area competition. Scholarships are awarded to region winners. Applications available from Ms. Carr (E102) or Mr. Hyer (I201) Applciations Due Friday, September 24 @ 3:00pm Talk to Ms. Carr or Mr. Hyer for more information.
Western Undergraduate Exchange
PTSA Information for Seniors
Lifetime Fitness Test Out
Seniors have two opportunities to test out of Lifetime Fitness. Pick up a flier in the Counseling Center for specific information. Quarter 1: Oct. 13, Oct. 20, Oct. 27 Quarter 2: Dec. 1, Dec. 8, Dec. 15 You MUST ATTEND all 3 dates for the test out and MUST be present on the first meeting date to qualify for the test out. If you do not pass the physical and written test out then you must take the class .
Coming up: Scholarships and opportunities!
WUE-NCAA
SCHOLARSHIPS 2021-2022 SEPTEMBER GATES SCHOLARSHIP Seniors who meet the following criteria should apply: African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American, 3.3 or higher GPA, demonstrated leadership abilities through participating in community service, extracurricular or other activities and meet Federal Pell Grant eligibility criteria. For more information regarding Pell Grant eligibility, visitwww.fasfa.gov.Submit personal form, nominator form and recommender form. Information is available in the guidance office. To apply go to:www.thegatesscholarship.org Deadline:September 15, 2021 POINTS SCHOLARSHIP The Points College Scholarship program was created to help students win scholarships without the hassle of filling out paper applications and writing dozens of essays. To be eligible for the Scholarship you must be: A) At least 13 years old and enrolled or will enroll in a college or university in the US. B) A legal resident of the U.S. or Puerto Rico. This scholarship is chosen by a drawing. Thus far, they have given away more than $650,000 to students through this scholarshiphttps://www.scholarshippoints.com/ Deadline: September 16, 2021 ATLAS SHRUGGED AYNRAND ESSAY CONTEST Must be a senior to apply. 1stplace - $10,000, 2ndplace-$2,500, 3rdplace - $500. Select a topic from website and write an essay no fewer than 800 words and no more than 1,600. https://aynrand.org/students/essay-contests DEADLINE:September 27, 2021 Quest Bridge–National College Match Applicant must be a senior who is an outstanding high achieving, low-income student.The National College Match program has 33 partner schools.The partner schools are listed on the web page.Applicant must plan to enroll in college in the fall, fill out an online application, send in a current transcript with test scores, send letters of recommendation and write several essays.To apply contact:www.questbridge.org Amount: Full four-year scholarships worth up to $200,000.00 Deadline:Open now- September 29, 2021 Science Friday at University of Utah College of Science-For high school senior and juniors September 10, 3:00-5:00pm MST September 24, 3:00-4:00pm MST (VIRTUAL EVENT) October 8, 3:00-5:00pm MSTRegister at:https://science.utah.edu/outreach/sciencefridays/