Are you overwhelmed with questions about Financial Aid?
CLICK HERE for general information about the FAFSA and how Financial Aid works.
CLICK HERE for information about Financial Aid Workshops.
Remember that the FAFSA is good for 4 year, 2 year/community colleges, and most trade/career schools.
For those students who are unable to complete the FAFSA CLICK HERE for information about The Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid.
Tuesday, November 17 / 3:00-7:00 PM
Need help filing a FAFSA? Have questions about your FAFSA?
Make an appointment for this Virtual FAFSA Workshop.
CLICK HERE to schedule a 30 minute appointment with Ciara White from the IL Student Assistance Commission. Appointment times are available from 3:00-7:00 pm on Tuesday, Nov. 17.
Virtual visits for ZB/NT students only
If you would like to be a part of a smaller group meeting with college admissions reps, this is for you. This is the opportunity to meet with reps who are meeting just with students from our school.
CLICK HERE for the list of the scheduled meetings.
Book an appointment with ms. zameck
SENORS!! Make an appointment during your advisory time or after class time with Ms. Zameck. A great way to get help with getting started on college planning and the application process.
CLICK HERE to schedule your appointment.
Common questions about the common app
Are you struggling with understanding or filling out the Common App?
CLICK HERE for a presentation with information and hints about the Common App and how to fill it out.
use parchment for transcript requests
ZB students can request transcripts via Parchment: parchment.com
A transcript is a copy of a student's permanent academic record that contains courses taken and grades received. An official transcript is prepared and sent by the Student Services Registrar with an original signature of a school official.
CLICK HERE for a detailed presentation on setting up your Parchment account and how to request transcripts.
Northern Illinois University College of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Virtual Sessions for students interested in Engineering/Engineering Technology at NIU.
November 18 / 6-7pm
Virtual Open House
Learn about engineering/ET at NIU. Get virtual tours of their hands-on labs and ask questions with CEET professors.
December 16 / 6-7pm
Virtual Information Night
CEET staff will review the programs offered, student organizations, and career prospects for NIU engineering/engineering technology students.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
Visit Scoir
Scoir is a NEW program to help students and parents complete college/career searching and information gathering. Scoir had information on 4 year and 2 year/trade schools, plus has an awesome career assessment, so there’s something for almost everyone.
Scoir is also a communication tool between the student, parent, and counselor for post-high school planning. Students, download the free Scoir app to your phone for push notifications.
CLICK HERE to get more info and start using Scoir today!
GETTING Started with THE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS PROCESS
Need some help?
CLICK on this QUICK START GUIDE TO 4-YEAR COLLEGE ADMISSIONS to get started.
This is a general overview of how and when to start applications, and timeframe for applications, financial aid, and scholarships.
VIRTUAL COLLEGE VISITS
Virtual College College Visits are available to all ZB/NT students and families.
Students can talk with the admissions representative from specific colleges to get info about admissions, the application, scholarships, student life on campus, majors/programs, etc.
Follow the link below for a schedule of visits that you can register for. Registration is required and links are provided for each session/visit.
CLICK HERE FOR LINK
mark your calendars
CAREER EXPLORATION WEEK
NOVEMBER 9 - 12
sessions held
5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
30 minute information sessions for Zion-Benton High School, and New Tech students.
For more information contact your local school counselor or
the ZB CLC Navigator, Melicia Eder @ meder1@clcillinois.edu
United States Naval Academy Admissions
Join Midshipmen in live, interactive sessions on Facebook. Participate in weekly sessions and learn more about the US Naval Academy.
CLICK HERE to join the live weekly conversations to learn about the following:
Nov. 1-6: Extra-curriculars Activities Week
Nov. 8-13: "A Day in the Life" on the Yard
Nov. 15-20: Alumni Spotlight
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE US NAVAL ACADEMY
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12th
Mark your calendars now if you are planning on taking the ASVAB.
CLICK HERE for more information about taking he ASVAB test and instructions on how to register.
Remember -- deadline for registration is Friday, November 6.