Deep Run Class of 2013

Deep Run's CEEB/ACT Code: 470952

Preparing for College:
A Guide for 9th-12th Graders

ATTENTION Student-Athletes:  If you plan to play intercollegiate sports in college, you MUST register with the NCAA Eligibility Center.  When registering you will be asked to pay a fee and have your official transcript sent to the NCAA Center.  When registering for the SAT or ACT you must use the NCAA Eligibility Center code # 9999.  This will ensure that your test scores go directly to the Center.  Student-Athletes who do not use 9999 will need to pay to have your scores sent later in the process.  The Eligibility Center CANNOT accept ACT or SAT scores from your Deep Run HS transcripts.

NHS Tutoring-  If you have students who need help in science, math, English, history, or foreign language and would like a Peer Tutor, NHS tutoring has begun. Tutoring takes place during extended study. Math and Science is in Room 234 and History, English, and Foreign Language is in room 230. Ask your teacher for a pass!

ATTENTION DRIVER’S EDUCATION STUDENTS: A prerequisite to Driver's Ed is a learner’s permit. You MUST have your learner’s permit in hand when you enter the Driver’s Education class (no exceptions).

SAT & ACT Testing

ACT Testing Students can visit www.actstudent.org to get information about and register for the ACT.

ACT Test dates are as follows:

Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required) September 10, 2011 August 12, 2011 August 13 – 26, 2011 October 22, 2011 September 16, 2011 September 17 – 30, 2011 December 10, 2011 November 4, 2011 November 5 – 18, 2011 February 11, 2012 January 13, 2012 January 14 – 20, 2012 April 14, 2012 March 9, 2012 March 10 – 23, 2012 June 9, 2012 May 4, 2012 May 5 – 18, 2012

SAT Testing Students can visit www.collegeboard.com to get information about and register for the SAT (the Deep Run school code is 470952).  Your school counselors recommend that juniors take their FIRST SAT in the spring of their junior year.

Getting Ready for the SAT

SAT dates are as follows:

SAT Date Registration Deadline Late Deadline Mail Phone/Online October 1, 2011 Sept. 9, 2011 Sept. 21, 2011 Sept. 21, 2011 November 5, 2011 Oct. 7, 2011 Oct. 21, 2011 Oct. 21, 2011 December 3, 2011   at DRHS Nov. 8, 2011 Nov. 20, 2011 Nov. 20, 2011 January 28, 2012 Dec. 30, 2011 Jan. 13, 2012 Jan. 13, 2012 March 10, 2012      NO Subject Tests                    at DRHS Feb. 10, 2012 Feb. 24, 2012 Feb. 24, 2012 May 5, 2012 April 6, 2012 April 20, 2012 April 20, 2012 June 2, 2012               at DRHS  May 8, 2012 May 22, 2012 May 22, 2012

 

Extras & Ongoing

College Visits during Lunch/Extended Study
Listen to the announcements and check the TV announcements for information about college representative visits during extended study.  Many VA colleges and universities are already scheduled to visit Deep Run throughout the fall.  This is your chance to hear directly from an admissions counselor and to make personal contact with a professional from the schools that interest you.

Making the most of your PSAT Results!
Recommended Actions and Activities for College Bound 11th Graders in HCPS.

Tips for Juniors

• Maintain and improve grades during your junior year. Grades can make the difference in whether or not you receive scholarships and grants.
  
• Use the guidance/career center in your high school to look at college catalogs and job opportunities.
  
• Review the admissions requirements for the colleges and universities that interest you.
  
• Make sure you are taking appropriate courses to meet college entrance requirements.
  
• Discuss your family's financial resources and review plans for financial aid.
  
• Attend College Day/Night programs.
• Attend meetings concerning financial aid or college admission held in your area.
• Set up a calendar for taking tests and completing college applications.
  
• Think about people who might write you a letter of recommendation; start with teachers, counselors, and employers.
  
• See your counselor about available Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or American College Test (ACT) enrichment programs.
  
• In the spring, register for and take the SAT or ACT, check with colleges to see which test they require.
  
• Write the colleges you are considering to request application forms, catalogs, and financial aid information.
  
• Visit selected colleges campuses; talk to current students about their experiences at college.

 

Planning to volunteer? Curious what are the expectations? Need to know how many hours? Click on this link for details: http://www.henrico.k12.va.us/students/volunteer.html