COLLEGE & CAREER

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College and Career Survey
Deadline for submissions is November 15

Attention all home school high school students and parents. Participation in our many College and Career activities has been great. Our teens are building friendships as they encourage one another in their common pursuit of excellence. Please take a few minutes to complete a short survey on your college and career needs. The survey will be posted on the FEAST website and can be answered until November 15, 2009. We will use this information to help plan for our FEAST College and Career department workshops and events. Hearing from you will help us serve you better. Participants will receive a free gift for participating. Go to www.homeschoolfeast.com to participate.

 

 

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College & Career Committee Application Please Print a copy of this form, fill it out and hand deliver it to Linda Whiten at the FEAST office, 25 Burwood Ln..

High School Aerospace (HAS) Scholars Program

NASA Johnson Space Center
Application Deadline—November 13, 2009
If selected—Students receive free online classes as well as a six day NASA Camp!

What is HAS?
An interactive, online learning experience where students complete Web-based lessons during the school year and travel to NASA for a six-day summer experience where they work with NASA engineers and scientists developing a mission to Mars.

Who is Eligible?
Texas High school juniors including home schoolers that are in grade 11 of their home school curriculum and ages 15—17.

Who pays for HAS?
There is no cost for participation and all expenses are included. The State of Texas, along with community organizations, partner with JSC to support HAS.

What are the Student Benefits?                    
Free online distance science class
Earn a high school science elective credit towards graduation
All-expense paid trip to NASA for six day camp and workshop
Discover career opportunities at NASA

How can I participate?
Students Apply Online Now! http://aerospacescholars.jsc.nasa.gov/HAS

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Dual Credit Information

The Dual Credit Program allows a student to enroll in a community college to earn college level credit while at the same time fulfilling high school academic requirements. Tuition and fees are waived for up to two courses per semester. Please keep in mind that the different colleges in the Alamo Community College District (ACCD) have different requirements and restrictions for students to enroll. All students must complete an admissions application, turn in a notarized high school transcript, and have minimum test scores on the SAT, ACT, THEA, or ACCUPLACER. The ACCUPLACER can be taken at any ACCD campus. Please call the college you are interested in directly for specific requirements and testing times.

• San Antonio College: Contact Fabian Cortez at (210) 733-2136
• Northwest Vista College: Contact Javier Lazo at (210) 348-2146
• Palo Alto College: Contact Yolanda Reyes at (210) 921-5354
• St. Phillip's College: Contact Sharon Crockett-Bell at (210) 531-3263

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SAT and ACT Preparation Booklets Available at FEAST

Practice test booklets are now available for the 2008-2009 SAT and ACT. Because these booklets are free, we ask that you come by FEAST to pick them up. 

For more information about the ACT, or to register online, go to their website www.actstudent.org.

For information about registration and test fees, visit the SAT website at www.collegeboard.com.

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Newly Revised Test Best!

Test Best on the Stanford Achievement Test (SAT/10)

Test Best has been Revised and now comes in Stanford Math & Stanford Reading. It is used for both the Stanford and Iowa practice testing. When you need effective test preparation with authentic practice, Test Best on the SAT/10 is the best solution, offering one full book on reading skills and one on math skills. The proven Test Best model - grade-level appropriate instruction, authentic practice, test-taking strategies, comprehensive yet easy-to-use material - gives you everything you need to help your children succeed. This best-selling program is completely updated to align with SAT/10 enhancements. Exercises for students are in Student Edition only, there are no answers. Answers and directions are only in the Teacher's Edition. Grade levels are from third to eighth grade.

Student book $8.10
Teacher Edition $12.45.

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Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP)

LACK OF MONEY is the main reason prospects give for not going to Texas A&M...Well this excuse is no longer valid. If a prospect really wants to be an Aggie in The Corps the Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP) could be the answer. The SMP is an excellent internship between the Texas National Guard and the Army ROTC, which can provide all the financial assistance required for a student to attend Texas A&M. If a prospect begins in high school, this program can pay up to $131,785 to attend Texas A&M and become a dedicated Texas Army National Guard Officer. If the prospect doesn't want to be tied to the Guard and wants to go on Active Duty, the SMP program will pay $101,785. Remember, total cost to attend Texas A&M over four years is less than $80,000. If you have a high school prospect looking for college funds direct them to look into this program. For details contact Spencer Bulger (866) 759-0737.

Please keep checking back for more information on college and career. 

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For EVEN MORE College Info check out these links: 

• Test Code Numbers (you must be signed in to view)
• Christianconnector.com a free Christian Higher Education Resource Center
• Everychanceeverytexan a resource for Texas Scholarships!
• ASVAB - Career Exploration Program - offered free at FEAST!

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