Thursday, September 15, 2016

PSAT at REL October 19, 2016

PSAT for REL Sophomores and Juniors
The PSAT will be given to all REL 10th and 11th grade students Wednesday, October 19th, during the school day. There is no fee for students to take this test. Students taking classes at REL are automatically assigned to a testing room for this test. Students who are taking classes at FSCJ who are interested in taking this test, should report to the REL Media Center at 7:15 a.m. October 19th for their test room location. 

What is the PSAT?
The PSAT measures the knowledge and skills you've developed in reading, writing and language, and math. From the Princeton Review, "The PSAT (which stands for Preliminary SAT) won’t count towards your college admissions applications, but it is the qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship. This means that some of the highest scoring students may win scholarship money, so while you shouldn’t stress out about the PSAT, you certainly shouldn’t ignore it either. Instead, use the PSAT as practice for the SAT and ACT and one of the starting points on your college admissions journey." 

Why take the PSAT?
This is a great way for students to preview and practice for the SAT.  In addition, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation uses the PSAT as an initial screen for candidates for the National Merit Scholarship Program.  The College Board has also recently partnered with other scholarship providers so they can more easily use the PSAT data to reach eligible low income and minority students in high schools across the country. (Learn more about the National Merit Scholarship.) 

Do I have to pay to take the PSAT?
No, DCPS will cover the cost for Robert E Lee students to take the test. 

Should I share my e-mail address and opt in to the Student Search Service?
If you share your email address and opt in, it’s easier for colleges, scholarship programs, and the College Board to get in touch with you.  For more information about the student search service click here: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/about/benefits/student-search-service

Can I study for the PSAT?

Sure!  Click link for practice tests or to study with Khan Academy: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/practice

How do I get the results?
Be sure to provide a valid e-mail address when submitting answers on the student questionnaire before the start of the test.  The College Board will email students an access code to view their online score reports.  You'll have access to a robust online score report designed to help you understand your scores better. It will provide a detailed breakdown of your performance and give you a better idea of what you need to work on most. Your score report will also list AP courses you may be particularly well-prepared for.

For more information about the PSAT, view the College Board website: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/inside-the-test 
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Wednesday, September 14, 2016

College Conversations - Update!

The REL College Conversations list has new schools listed and some date changes. Additions are noted in pink and date changes noted in red below. 

 This series of events is designed to let students talk with college reps about important topics such as programs, financial aid, dorm life, fraternity and sorority organizations, and athletic programs. Check out the list of universities that have already asked to meet with REL Generals! See schools you're interested in? Click the links to sign up for the College Conversation! Don't see a school you're interested in? Keep checking back! We add events to this list all year long. 

Sept. 16 - University of North Florida  https://goo.gl/forms/zKKh6BWDh5n0OSvH3
Sept. 16 - Florida Polytechnic University https://goo.gl/forms/DK0eHwyDyxFaYEa93
Sept. 30 - Valdosta State University  https://goo.gl/forms/ufIwrOXI1kYBi29G2
Sept. 30 - Everest University https://goo.gl/forms/yzh6ec8kuqd7caQi2
Oct. 7 - Nova Southeastern University https://goo.gl/forms/akfg2MVxkNlIxWFh2
Oct. 14 - Univ. of South Florida St. Petersburg https://goo.gl/forms/DB8K8IqaD3CJDklC2
Oct. 14 - University of Central Florida https://goo.gl/forms/tPdXEMK6zP8LEtnc2
Oct. 14 - Florida International University https://goo.gl/forms/iJbKoPfYwbz9oXm53
Oct. 14 - University of Tampa https://goo.gl/forms/KFx54n3QFRPMmY0p2
Oct. 14 - Florida Gulf Coast University cancelled
Oct. 28 - Keiser University https://goo.gl/forms/vLNef44MTTbSXGJe2
Nov. 18 - Rutgers University https://goo.gl/forms/6t5ELNvAeW9XncI72

College reps will also be available to talk with during our Fall Information Night Oct. 11th from 5:45-6:00 p.m. Colleges/programs that will be attending include: Jacksonville University, Florida International University, Wells Fargo, and more!

Need help with college, scholarship, or financial aid applications? Sign up for 
College Quest: https://goo.gl/forms/fyo6L3SbYbYpFrsc2
This program is designed to allow students to work with a school counselor individually or in small groups to complete college, scholarship, and financial aid applications. College Quest will be held Sept. 23, Oct 28, Nov. 18, Dec. 16. 
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Announcements - Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2016

REL Announcements:
  • Office of Naval Research's Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program application is now open. http://seap.asee.org The deadline for the application, transcripts and letters of recommendation is Nov. 30, 2016 at 6:00 PM EST If you have any questions you can email us at seap@asee.org or call us at (202)649-3833
  • FSCJ course materials (books and access code) requests must by submitted by Sept. 15th through this link: https://goo.gl/forms/yp7a9b3f0xp2VDQH2
  • No Band practice today. 
  • No Golf match or practice today. 
  • No after-school tutoring today.
  • No Cross Country practice today.
  • Check out the scholarships added to the list at the bottom of this announcement!
  • College and Scholarship Help Workshop - Sept. 17 Click here for more information!
  • REL Yearbook - on sale now! Order online at www.leonards.com/yearbooks order #c37712 See Ms. Thomas for more information
    • Price until Oct. 14 - $70
    • Oct. 17 - Dec. 22 - $80
    • Jan 9 - Feb. 3 - $90
REL Calendar:
  • Dual Enrollment Textbook Room Hours - Student may turn in receipts/textbooks or pick up needed items - Tuesdays 2:00-2:30 p.m. & Fridays 7:30-8:00 a.m. with the exception of Tuesday, Sept. 20th. 
  • Sept. 14 - NHS applications available from Mrs. Sambol-Tosco.  
  • Sept. 15 - Marathon High Interest Meeting at 2:15 in the REL Cafeteria
  • Sept. 15 - Junior Class Council Meeting. See Ms. Thomas for more information.
  • Sept. 15 - GET REAL Mentoring program meeting. See Dr. Eady for more information.
  • Sept. 15 - last day to submit requests for FSCJ course materials (books and access codes) through this link: https://goo.gl/forms/yp7a9b3f0xp2VDQH2 
  • Sept. 16 - last day to pick up approved course materials from FSCJ Bookstores
  • Sept. 16 - REL College Conversation with University of North Florida – https://goo.gl/forms/zKKh6BWDh5n0OSvH3
  • Sept. 16 - REL College Conversation with Florida Polytechnic Univ. - https://goo.gl/forms/DK0eHwyDyxFaYEa93
  • Sept. 19 & 20 - Progress Reports distributed to students
  • Sept. 23 - College Quest: https://goo.gl/forms/fyo6L3SbYbYpFrsc2
  • Sept. 23 - LEDA Scholars presentation - https://goo.gl/forms/vxZ5Nt2O4TBFibaI3
  • Sept. 27 - ACT at REL (sign up with Mrs. Crowden-Richardson)
  • Sept. 30 - Last day to turn in FSCJ receipts to the REL DE Bookroom
  • Sept. 30 - REL College Conversation with Valdosta St. Univ. https://goo.gl/forms/ufIwrOXI1kYBi29G2
  • Sept. 30 - REL College Conversation with Everest University https://goo.gl/forms/yzh6ec8kuqd7caQi2
  • Oct. 3 - NHS applications are due to Mrs. Sambol-Tosco
  • Oct. 7 - 1st Friday Dual Enrollment Club meeting FSCJ Kent Campus - Dual Enrollment and Early College Seniors ONLY!
  • Oct. 7 - REL College Conversation with NOVA Southeastern Univ. - https://goo.gl/forms/akfg2MVxkNlIxWFh2
  • Oct. 14 - REL College Conversation with Univ. of South Florida St. Petersburg – https://goo.gl/forms/DB8K8IqaD3CJDklC2
  • Oct. 14 - REL College Conversation with Univ. of Central Florida – https://goo.gl/forms/tPdXEMK6zP8LEtnc2
  • Oct. 14 - REL College Conversation with Univ. of Tampa – https://goo.gl/forms/KFx54n3QFRPMmY0p2
  • Oct. 14 - REL College Conversation with Florida International University - https://goo.gl/forms/iJbKoPfYwbz9oXm53
  • Oct. 15th - National College Fair (NACAC) at the Prime F. Osborn Convention Center Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information, click here: Jacksonville NACAC
  • Oct. 15th - Community service hours opportunity - Volunteer to assist with Yogafest 9a-3p. Contact Ms. Angela for more information: Yogafestvolunteer@gmail.com
  • Oct. 21 - Teacher Planning Day - No school for students 
  • Oct. 28 - REL College Conversation with Keiser University - https://goo.gl/forms/vLNef44MTTbSXGJe2
  • Oct 28 - College Quest: https://goo.gl/forms/fyo6L3SbYbYpFrsc2
  • Oct. 31 - Report cards distributed to students at the end of the day
  • Nov. 18 - REL College Conversation with Rutgers University - https://goo.gl/forms/6t5ELNvAeW9XncI72
  • Nov. 18 - College Quest: https://goo.gl/forms/fyo6L3SbYbYpFrsc2
  • Dec. 2 - Deadline to have senior pictures taken for the yearbook. See Ms. Thomas for more information.
  • Dec. 16 - College Quest: https://goo.gl/forms/fyo6L3SbYbYpFrsc2
  • April 21 - Grad Bash (senior activity). See Ms. Sorrells for more information.
  • May 26 - Graduation ceremony at 10:00a at Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena. See Mrs. Morrison for more information.
  • ACT and SAT test fee waivers for Juniors and Seniors can be picked up from Mrs. Crowden-Richardson during 2nd and 3rd block. Students attending classes off-campus can pick up waivers Fridays 9:00-10:00a.
  • Free ACT and SAT Test Prep - Saturdays at Keiser University 10:00-11:45a. Call 904-296-3440 for more information.
  • After-school tutoring is available in the REL Media Center Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays for all subject areas. Students must report to the Media Center by 2:15p to participate. Students who participate in tutoring can catch the Activity Bus at 4:45. 
  • Senior Package Information -  https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B_Due9mar55ccG01cUpPSnVKdlU/view?usp=sharing
Scholarship & Program Deadlines (click on the scholarship title for more information) -
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LEDA Scholars Program Presentation

WHAT IS LEDA?
LEDA scholars participate in a dynamic leadership development program while receiving specialized College Guidance, Standardized Test Preparation and Writing Instruction. Throughout their senior year in high school, LEDA Scholars are guided One-On-One through college, scholarship and financial aid applications. Approximately, 80 percent of LEDA Scholars have enrolled in our nation’s most competitive colleges.  While in college, LEDA continues to offer holistic support to ensure that LEDA Scholars not only succeed, but thrive and lead on campus and beyond. The program includes a 7-week completely FREE 7 week summer institute held at Princeton University, FREE of cost to ALL students including travel!

QUALIFICATIONS:
We are looking for students who are typically in the top 10% of their class, have an unweighted GPA of at least 3.5 or above, are enrolled in the most rigorous courses available at their school, are involved outside of the classroom (whether it be part time work, caring for a family member, clubs & sports in school), and are socioeconomically disadvantaged (90% of our scholars have an annual family income of $66,000 or less). We understand that most schools do not have access to financial information, so you can filter by Free and Reduced Lunch students or have all that qualify come to the presentation.

Presentation Date: Sept. 23rd
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Length: 45 minutes
Note: This program is only open to Juniors, Sophmores, and Freshmen.

Click here to register for this activity: https://goo.gl/forms/vxZ5Nt2O4TBFibaI3

For more information about LEDA Scholars or to apply for the program, visit their website: http://ledascholars.org/ 
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Sept. 16 College Conversations - last day to sign up!

Last day to sign up for the the REL College Conversations scheduled for this Friday! 
University of North Florida  https://goo.gl/forms/zKKh6BWDh5n0OSvH3

Florida Polytechnic University https://goo.gl/forms/DK0eHwyDyxFaYEa93


Need help with college, scholarship, or financial aid applications? Sign up for College Quest!
This program is designed to allow students to work with a school counselor individually or in small groups to complete college, scholarship, and financial aid applications. College Quest will be held Sept. 23, Oct 28, Nov. 18, Dec. 16. 
Click on the links to sign up!
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Tuesday, September 13, 2016

College and Scholarship Help Workshop - Sept. 17

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