BIG Future College Planning and Virtual Event

April 29, 2021 | 5:00-9:00 PM ET / 2:00-6:00 PM PT

BigFuture Days Southeast

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Attend BigFuture Days Southeast if you’re interested in visiting a college in one of these states.

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BigFuture Days Southeast will take place on Thursday, April 29, 5-9 PM ET / 2-6 PM PT. Be sure to look up your local timezone.

Before you attend BigFuture Days, be sure to save a list of the colleges you are most interested in connect with on BigFuture. If you are unsure about a college, you can check out their website, social media properties, or profile page on BigFuture.

For more information about what to do before BigFuture Days Southeast, visit this page.

You’ll be able to connect with admissions representatives and current college students from the following schools and more! Click on the school name to view their profile page on BigFuture.

North Carolina

Appalachian State University

Davidson College

East Carolina University

Elizabeth City State University

Elon University

High Point University

Lees-McRae College

Louisburg College

Methodist University

North Carolina State University

Queens University of Charlotte

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Wake Forest University

Warren Wilson College

Winston-Salem State University

 https://pages.collegeboard.org/big-future-days/southeast

SAT and PSAT-Related Coronavirus Updates

Fall SAT registration is open to all students. Please note that we are experiencing high volume due to unprecedented demand. As a result, some students may encounter delays.

Given the spring administrations canceled due to coronavirus, we are seeing very high interest in students wanting to register for the SAT. As a result, there is a greater volume than usual of students trying to register. Students may expect interruptions and delays online.

College Board Covid19-updates

PSAT for Juniors

VAHS will be offering the PSAT to interested 11th grade students.  The PSAT test will take place on Wednesday, October 16th, beginning at 8:00am in the High School Commons. The test will only be offered once and there is no make-up date. Students who choose to take the PSAT will be excused for that portion of the school day. Parents may register their student at https://forms.gle/tVACLzay2aabfoCz7 . The cost of the exam is $16.

The PSAT is a practice test that prepares students for success on the SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test). Additional information for students and parents about the PSAT can be found at https://www.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt. 

Additionally, Juniors who do very well on the PSAT may qualify for the NMSQT Scholarship Competition. Test results are usually received in December. Students will receive their test book back as well as a score report that gives specific information about their correct/incorrect answers, difficulty level of questions and content each question assessed. VAHS counselor, Jill O'Kane will make arrangements to distribute and explain results to students.

Questions regarding the PSAT administration, should go to Laura Howell, VA Testing/Accountability Coordinator.

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Parents: Help Your Child on the Path to College .

Please see and subscribe to the College Board website below This website is for parents, guardians, relatives, and other adults helping a student plan for college. Sign up to receive emails and texts with college info, advice, and reminders.


https://parents.collegeboard.org/

PSAT Registration

11th Graders Can Register for the Oct. 24th PSAT

Voyager Academy will administer the PSAT to any interested 11th graders on Wednesday, October 24th at 8:00am in the High School Commons. Please go to the link below to sign up. We have 45 available spots this year.

Register here:

https://goo.gl/forms/Ql18rwqbhxT6fX742

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Parents: Help Your Child on the Path to College

Parents, guardians and other adults,

Please visit the website below to help your student plan for college. Sign up to receive emails and/or texts with college information, advice, and reminders from the College Board.


https://parents.collegeboard.org/

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PSAT

The PSAT will be offered to all interested 11th graders on Wednesday, October 25th beginning at 8:00am in the High School Commons. Any interested students should sign up using the link below.  There is a $15 fee that can be paid at orgs.online.  





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PSAT Scores and Score Reports Available

PSAT score reports are available in the counseling office for students who took the PSAT at Voyager in October. Students may also view their scores through their individual College Board accounts.

PSAT/NMSQT Scores Will Be Available Soon

On December 12, students who provided their email address on their PSAT/NMSQT answer sheet will receive an email reminder from the College Board explaining where and how to view their scores. Students can set up a free College Board account at any time.

Info for Junior Students and Parents

Junior year represents the heart of the post-secondary planning process.  This is the time for students to get serious in exploring future options and opportunities.  Clarify what you want from a post-secondary experience, whether it be a four year college, community college, technical/specialty school, military involvement or employment elsewhere.
Refer to the High School Planning Timeline for a complete, monthly to-do list for Junior year. 

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College Admissions Testing

The PSAT is a practice version of the SAT designed to provide students with the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the format of college admissions tests.  The PSAT will be given at Voyager HS on October 19.  Results will be available in December/January. 

·         For help in understanding PSAT results, go to My College QuickStart. You will need the access code that is printed on your PSAT results. 

·         Juniors with a cumulative score that falls within a select national percentile (as determined by the College Board) will be invited during the Fall of their senior year to participate in the National Merit Scholarship application process.

All Juniors should plan to take the SAT and/or ACT at least once during Junior year.  Most students will plan to take both during spring semester (January - June).  Fee waivers are available for students who qualify; speak with your counselor about eligibility.