Important Information Regarding Graduation, College Acceptance, FAFSA, Commencement Ceremony and Senior Activities

Links to the PowerPoint presentations from last nights senior parent meeting are located on the right side of this blog under "Important Information".

Direct links:

School Counseling Presentation

Senior Activities and Commencement Ceremony Presentation

Spring Into College! Parent Information Nights at REL

Spring is a great time of year for students and parents to jump into the next phase of their child's education. The school counselors at REL are excited to help parents understand how students can earn college credits while still in high school, how to manage college applications, and how to complete financial aid applications. Check out these events that will help your child Spring Into College:

March 31 - Senior Parent Night

Join us to get all of the details about the graduation ceremony, senior activities, college planning, FAFSA and scholarships.  This event is open to all REL Seniors and parents!

April 7 - Financial Aid Info Session 6:00-7:00
Parents and students who need assistance with financial aid forms can bring their questions to this event! Counselors will be on hand to help you with the FAFSA, Florida Financial Aid, and college aid applications. This event is open to all REL Seniors and parents! 

April 14 - How to Create a College Schedule!
Open to any parent who is interested in learning more about how to select classes for dual enrollment programs at FSCJ. This will be held in the REL Media Center from 6:00-7:30 p.m. 

April 21 at 6:00 p.m. - Moving up! Early College Freshmen Parent Night 
This event is open to all 9th grade Early College students and parents. Information will be provided regarding Early College Continuation Criteria, PERT Testing, and EOCs. This will be held in the REL Auditorium from 6:00-7:30 p.m. 

April 23 - Getting Ready for Senior Year! Junior parent night

Join us for information about graduation requirements, the college application process, financial aid, scholarships, and dual enrollment opportunities. This event is open to all REL Juniors and parents!

April 28th - High School Orientation for 8th Grade Students

This event, open to our incoming class of students, will provide information for students and parents about REL programs, expectations, and benefits of dual enrollment offered at Lee High School. This event is open to any 8th grade student and parent expecting to attend REL for the 2015-2016 school year.  

April 30 - How to Get Ahead in High School - 9th & 10th grade Parent Night

Join us for information about graduation requirements, scholarships, dual enrollment opportunities, financial aid, and resources to help your child think about careers. This event is open to all REL Freshmen, Sophomores, and parents! 

For more information about any of these sessions, please contact your school counselor!

SEAM students - Mrs. Crossley-Taylor

Early College students - Dr. Keefe

Students with last names beginning with A-G - Mrs. Cruz (formerly Miss Bishop)

Students with last names beginning with H-Q - Ms. Patterson

Students with last names beginning with R-Z or receiving ESOL support - Mr. Varady

Free SAT Prep

• Kahn Academy is offering FREE SAT prep sessions in the REL Media Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30-4:30. Free sessions are open to all students and will be conducted until March 12th. 

SAT Prep

Robert E. Lee will be offering SAT prep on the following days after school, location tba:

Tuesday, March 10th and Thursday, March 12th

FREE ACT/SAT Test Prep

Keiser University is again offering its free SAT/ACT test prep classes beginning January 3^rd.  The classes will be held from 10:00 AM- 1:00 PM each Saturday at Keiser University located at 6430 Southpoint Parkway.  The structure of the courses are formatted to take into consideration the particular concerns of the student.  All sections of the tests are covered.  This opportunity is being offered to all Duval County students and is FREE!  Availability is filling up fast so please call Keiser to make sure you have a spot!!

 

Keiser University

904-296-3440

ACT and SAT Registration - Deadline Friday 1/9

On Campus Juniors and Seniors-

If you need to sign up for the February ACT or the March SAT, please go see Ms. Tillman, graduation coach, in the media center (with a pass from class) during the following times today or tomorrow:

1/8 Thurs. 7:30 – 10:20 and 11:30 – 2 (also after school from 2:00 – 3:00)

1/9 Fri. 7:30 – 10:20 and 11:30 – 1

Early College Juniors and Seniors-

Ms. Tillman will be in the media center today after school from 2-3.

ACT and SAT Registration Information

If you want to sign up for the February ACT or March SAT, please see Ms. Tillman during lunch in room 822.

Early College Juniors/Seniors - you can get your waivers from Ms. Tillman in room 822 from 2-2:30 on Mondays and Tuesdays.

ACT and SAT Scores are online - Check your account!

If you took the December ACT or SAT, check your account at www.actstudent.org or www.collegeboard.org because your scores are probably in!

ACT and SAT Signups

Attention Seniors!

If you want to take the ACT or SAT again, 

you need to see Mrs. Tillman in room 822 during lunch to get your waivers and sign up for the upcoming tests.

Most November 8 SAT scores are now available

If you took the November 8th SAT, most scores are now available.  To check your scores, log into your SAT account at www.collegeboard.org

Early College Waiver Pick Up

Attention Early College Juniors and Seniors

You can pick up your ACT and SAT test fee waivers from Ms. Tillman (the new graduation coach) every Monday and Tuesday from 2:00-2:30.

Early College SAT and ACT Fee Waiver Pick Up Times

Reminder:  Times available for Early College ACT/SAT Waiver Pick up from 2 to 2:20 in room 817 with Ms. Patterson.  Please plan accordingly.

Wednesday, August 14 & Thursday, August 15 (8:15 am-11:45 am)

Friday, August 22

Friday, August 29

Friday, September 12

Friday, September 19

Tuesday, September 30

Wednesday, October 8

Monday, October 13

Friday, October 31

Tuesday, November 4 (Media Center)

Wednesday, November 5

More dates for waiver pick-up in 2015 will be posted in January.

Information about SAT College Application Fee Waivers

Here's some information from the SAT site about the college application fee waivers:

Apply to College for Free

If you apply to more than one or two colleges – and you should! – the application fees can really add up. For eligible students, the College Board is providing four college application fee waivers. Many four-year and two-year colleges accept application waivers – view a list of schools that participate in the college application fee waiver process, or use our online search tool.

If you registered for the SAT with a fee waiver, then you’re automatically eligible to receive the college application fee waivers. To learn more about college application fee waivers – details about eligibility requirements, how to use fee waivers with the Common App, and more – check out our college application fee waiver FAQs.

College Application Fee Waiver FAQs

Beginning in the 2014-15 academic year, every income-eligible senior who takes the SAT or SAT Subject Test using a fee waiver will receive four college application fee waivers from the College Board. These waivers will be delivered online to eligible students starting in late August. Below are some frequently asked questions about college application fee waivers.

Why did I receive college application fee waivers?

The College Board distributes college application fee waivers to make the college application process more affordable for eligible students. If you previously registered for and took the SAT® or one of the SAT Subject Tests™ using a fee waiver, you are automatically eligible to receive four college application fee waivers.

I have registered and taken the SAT using a fee waiver. When can I expect to receive my college application fee waivers?

If you are a senior and eligible for college application fee waivers, you will receive them when you get your SAT score. If you are a junior and eligible, you will receive them in the fall of your senior year. In the meantime, search for colleges that accept application fee waivers.

If I am applying to colleges using the Common Application, can I still use these fee waivers?

The Common Application has a specific process for students who apply using a fee waiver. If you have received (or are eligible to receive) an SAT fee waiver, you may apply to any Common App college without a fee.
You will be asked on the application whether your financial circumstances qualify you for a fee waiver; if you received an SAT fee waiver, you should indicate that in response to this question. Your high school counselor will be asked to verify your eligibility.
In addition, some colleges may also ask you to enter the unique code found on your fee waiver, or upload an electronic copy of your fee waiver. There is no need to send a hard copy of your fee waiver unless you are instructed to do so.
It is important to note that this process is unique to Common Application colleges and does not extend to other institutions. You may use up to four of these college application fee waivers with colleges who do not participate in the Common Application.

How many of these college application fee waivers am I allowed to use?

You may use up to four of these college application fee waivers.

Do I need to have my college application fee waivers verified or signed by my school counselor?

No. Because students who take the SAT using a fee waiver have already had their eligibility verified by their counselor, these college application fee waivers do not require counselor approval.

Can I share college application fee waivers with my friends?

No. Your college application fee waivers are for you only. If your friends think they might be eligible for college application fee waivers, they should speak to their school counselor.

What’s the difference between a college application fee waiver and an SAT fee waiver?

An SAT fee waiver allows you to register for the SAT or an SAT Subject Test free of charge. A college application fee waiver allows you to apply to college without paying an application fee. If you registered for the SAT or an SAT Subject Test using an SAT fee waiver, you’re automatically eligible to receive four college application fee waivers.

Do all colleges accept application fee waivers?

No, not all colleges accept application fee waivers. Search colleges that accept application fee waivers.

I don’t have access to a printer. What should I do?

If you are unable to print your college application fee waivers at home, please ask your counselor for help printing them at school.

Can I get more college application fee waivers?

If you need more than the four college application fee waivers that have been provided to you, reach out to your high school guidance counselor to see if you are eligible for other, similar programs. You can also request an application fee waiver directly from the college you’re applying to. Using a fee waiver is a common part of the application process, and most colleges have information about fee waivers on their websites.

Will the College Board share my personal information with anyone?

Yes, although any personal information you share is securely managed and protected. School counselors may be informed that you have received college application fee waivers so that they can provide support throughout your college application process. However, your personal information is not shared with any other third parties without your permission. For more information, please review the College Board website's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

My address listed on the college application fee waivers has changed. How do I update my contact information?

If your contact information is out of date, please log in to your College Board account and make the necessary updates. Then you can print out your college application fee waivers, and your updated contact information should display.

SAT Score Reporting Information

SAT
http://sat.collegeboard.org/scores/availability

Your official score report will be provided to you and your high school about five weeks after the test. Students who register online and wish to receive a paper score report by mail in addition to the online score report must request it when they register. Students who register by mail and who do not have active College Board online accounts will continue to receive paper score reports.

See the dates below for when your scores are available online:

Test Date	Delivery		Status
	Available to students beginning	Sent to colleges beginning
Oct 11 SAT Test Dates	Oct 28	Oct 28	Available Online
Nov 8 SAT Test Dates	Nov 25	Nov 25	Test not yet administered
Dec 6 SAT Test Dates	Dec 23	Dec 23	Test not yet administered Register now
Jan 24 SAT Test Dates	Feb 12	Feb 12	Test not yet administered Register now
Mar 14 SAT Test Dates	Apr 2	Apr 2	Test not yet administered Register now
May 2 SAT Test Dates	May 21	May 21	Test not yet administered Register now
Jun 6 SAT Test Dates	Jun 25	Jun 25	Test not yet administered Register now

Help with College Applications, ACT and SAT registration in Media Center - Monday and Tuesday

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Mondays & Tuesdays 
from 2:00-2:45 
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