College Corner
Career Resources
Spring SAT tests will be given soon. Juniors should schedule SAT tests for the spring, so you can re-test in the fall if you desire. Register online at www.collegeboard.com
Financial planning for college should begin this spring, along with college selection. The AKCIS website has college, career and financial aid info.
Go to www.akcis.org.
• User name steller,
• Password 4akcis
• Look under Financial Aid for local scholarships.
Seminar on financial aid hosted by parent Paula DeLaiarro. Paula is working on her certificate in college counseling, and is willing to give us an evening seminar. She can address how financial need is determined, merit scholarships, federal and state programs, need-blind versus need-aware schools, and/or other areas of interest to students and parents. We can schedule the evening for early April if there is interest. This will give you Juniors and your families lots of time to prepare for the college application process. Please get to know Paula; she is an excellent resource on colleges, and she is one of the benefits of utilizing parent resources at Steller. Contact Karen, Paula or the office to express your preference for a Spring or Fall seminar date and any specific topics you would like covered.
Scholarship Lists - East High’s latest list is posted on this website.
WUE - Western Undergraduate Exchange
This program is an excellent way to save on tuition costs. Available in colleges in 7 Western States, there is more information at http://wiche.edu/SEP/wue.htm. Juniors and their parents should check this site for best college planning. Begin your search NOW, use local resources (such as the upcoming College Seminar—see above) and avoid the fall rush. You’ll be glad you did!
On this month’s final note, PSAT scores are still available in the library. Many students have not yet picked theirs up.