SBHS Counseling Newsletter
Info and thoughts for Class of 2021
This is not what we planned for, so now what.....
College Planning Information
Strive Virtual College Exploration Week
Monday, April 20 – Thursday, April 23, 2020
Four full days of virtual presentations for juniors to explore college opportunities
Free for students
Register here
Hear from Admissions Counselors from over 300 colleges and universities
Here is a link to many other Virtual College Admissions Events taking place over the next couple of weeks
Mythbusting the College Application Process schedule for this Tuesday, April 21st at 8:00PM. Representatives from Champlain College, Saint Michael’s College and the University of Vermont will all be sharing their expertise on this webinar. You can register for this and other programs through this link.
Virtually Possible, Locking Down the College Search in a Global Pandemic
Summer Dual Enrollment
At this point, all three colleges are offering their summer courses fully online.
Dual Enrollment Voucher and course registration is a multi-step process
1. Students must apply for a Dual Enrollment account here
2. SBHS approves the account and students receive an email (to their SB email address) with account verification steps.
3. Students log in to their account and request a voucher for a specific course and section
4. SBHS approves voucher requests and students receive an email with the approved voucher number.
5. Students then "register for the course" at the specific college, using the voucher number.
Another great resource
College Admission Testing
Here is what we do know: as of 4/15, over 1130 four-year colleges/universities in the US have instituted test-optional admissions policies for the class of 2021 and the list grows each day. Fair-test.org provides the most up to date and comprehensive list of test-optional colleges and universities.
We also know that the College Board (SAT) has now officially canceled June 6 testing and has added a September test date, so there will now be 5 potential SAT test dates in the fall (August, September, October, November, and December). The ACT has not yet canceled the scheduled June 13 test but it is likely they will. Future ACT test dates include July, September, October, and December.
As always, please breathe and rest assured that our admissions colleagues never make decisions based on a test score, your performance in school and the content of your character are the keys to your future success.
NCAA Eligibility in response to COVID-19/ Remote Learning
VSAC offering
Through a partnership with UVM Extension, VSAC is inviting high school students thinking about life after graduation to join Vermont 4-H and VSAC Outreach Counselor Lindsay Carpenter for one or all three online sessions of QuaranTeen Time - Getting College & Career Ready on April 7, 14 and 21 @ 3 p.m. to discuss how to get college & career ready.
Lindsay will provide tips and tricks, and answer questions related to college, affordability, and alternative pathways to careers. Find out how to sign up for these and other online events (including Virtual Science Cafes and Distance Learning Socials) so you can join in. Also check out the VSAC Facebook page for additional upcoming virtual events.
Other Self Care Resources
Stress and Anxiety
Tips on how to manage Stress and Anxiety
Stress Management During the Coronavirus
**Connect with your friends, watch comedy...whatever works for you!
Fitness
Get outside and take a walk. Fitness + nature = stress relief!
Journaling
Get your thoughts out on paper, end each entry with 5 things you're grateful for.
If you or someone you know needs help...
First Call of Chittenden County crisis line: 802-488-7777
NCSS (Northwestern Crisis and Support Services, serving Franklin and Grand Isle Counties): 802-524-6554
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK: suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Crisis Text line: free confidential text-based support: text VT to 741741
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: afsp.org/talking-suicide-schools
Supporting Mental Health and Coping with the Coronavirus (COVID-19): sprc.org/covid19
The #COVID19 outbreak is leaving many feeling anxious, angry, sad, or scared. If you need to talk to someone, text NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) to 741741 or call the NAMI Helpline at 1-800-950-NAMI (6264).