Perhaps a snowy weekend? Regardless of whether the winter weather arrives or not, it is a great time to get prepared for the new year!

Keep reading for information about financial aid, career planning support, applying to international colleges, and a program that provides free college credits to students interested in becoming educators.

Seniors - Many of the regular decision application deadlines are quickly approaching. Please make sure you are checking the college's website to see when applications are due (usually January or February) and when financial aid forms must be completed.

*Note - Even rolling admissions colleges are starting to fill their Class of 2028! Do not wait until the last minute and miss your opportunity to gain entry into your preferred program or access financial aid.

The FAFSA is now available (we hope!)

The long awaited release of the 2024-2025 FAFSA occurred at the end of December. While it is still in the soft launch phase, now is an excellent time to create your FSA ID and get materials prepared to complete the application. Penncrest High School will host a FAFSA Completion Night on Tuesday, February 6th, 2024. This event will be run by our local PHEAA representative, Ms. Fran McKeown, and space is limited. We will have two hour-long sessions beginning at 6:30 and 7:30. The FSA ID must be created at least 4 days prior to the event. Please click the image to the right for important information about how to prepare for completing the FAFSA. Additionally, use the button below to reserve your slot for the evening.

Many students are interested in applying to schools outside of the United States for numerous reasons, including the opportunity to gain a global perspective, lower tuition, and access to concentrated degree programs. Countries differ in their application process, timeline, and requirements. Below you will find a virtual open house for the University of Guelph in Ontario, a highly ranked Canadian institution. Register for this event to learn a little more what the international postsecondary experience can offer our students!

Thinking about Applying Abroad? Start researching now: https://www.nacacnet.org/applying-to-college-abroad/ (see Ms. Allen if you would like to view a hard copy of the guide referenced)

Important Dates:

· Virtual Information Session: January 25, 2024 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. (register here)

· Application open date: January 26, 2024

· Application deadline: March 7, 2024

· Testing Deadline: April 25, 2024

· Registration begins in May for eligible students. Eligibility is determined by course placement.

When applying, select "Education" as the anticipated program of study. Please remember to answer the question, “What type of Dual Enrollment Program are you interested in?” You will want to select “Structured Pathway.” After completing your dual enrollment application, applicants must send our Admissions Office an email (admiss@dccc.edu) to confirm that you applied for the Teacher Education Program and to be considered for the program. Seats will be awarded on a first qualified, first admitted basis.

*See Ms. Allen in the Counseling Office with any questions

Wednesday, January 31st at 8:30 am. Sophomores and Juniors interested in learning more about the prestigious Medical Careers Program through Delaware County Technical High Schools should register for this event through Naviance.

Parents and Guardians, encourage your juniors to schedule their Junior Planning Meeting with their counselor. This valuable meeting will provide your student with information about postsecondary planning and provide concrete next steps to prepare them for their futures! See Schoology for more information.

DCTS Applications for the 24-25 school year are now available! Visit https://www.dciu.org/page/3339 for the application. DEADLINE: February 29th, 2024.

Email: callen@rtmsd.org

Click here to schedule an appointment with Ms. Allen