Where will I continue my education?
WELCOME TO THE GRADE 11 PAGE!
Resources will be added throughout the year - purple and blue words/phrases indicate active links
Resources will be added throughout the year - purple and blue words/phrases indicate active links
NEWS - December
Juniors are working on their Uniquest assignments- this assignment has students research three schools in order to provide practice for their own college research. Second semester is a busy time for counselors and juniors as we will be meeting on three separate occasions. All dates for the second semester have been updated on the counselor website. Parents and students should refer to the grade 11 page often now as this is the time when the university voyage picks up speed! Juniors should make sure to pay special attention to the email from counselors inviting them to sign up for their Post-Uniquest meeting- meetings will begin in the second week of January.
To better help prepare you for your first meeting with your counselor, you could take this survey: Self - Survey for the College-Bound. This is a useful exercise in getting insight into what kind of college student you will be, which in turn will help you build a college list that has schools that would be a good match- increasing your chances of acceptance!
Juniors are working on their Uniquest assignments- this assignment has students research three schools in order to provide practice for their own college research. Second semester is a busy time for counselors and juniors as we will be meeting on three separate occasions. All dates for the second semester have been updated on the counselor website. Parents and students should refer to the grade 11 page often now as this is the time when the university voyage picks up speed! Juniors should make sure to pay special attention to the email from counselors inviting them to sign up for their Post-Uniquest meeting- meetings will begin in the second week of January.
To better help prepare you for your first meeting with your counselor, you could take this survey: Self - Survey for the College-Bound. This is a useful exercise in getting insight into what kind of college student you will be, which in turn will help you build a college list that has schools that would be a good match- increasing your chances of acceptance!
Seminar Resources
Resources will be added here after each seminar throughout the year. Seminars in purple have the linked presentation.
Sr #1 Nuts and Bolts of University Research
Seminar #1 Nuts and Bolts of the University Research ProcSess
Seminar #2 Uniquest - University Research Skills
Seminar #3 Working on Uniquest
UNIQUEST ROUGH WORK - Google Doc. - do first
UNIQUEST ROUGH WORK - Google Form - do before Jan. 11th
Seminar #4 Working through Uniquest - research
Seminar #5 Healthy Relationships
Seminar #6 Social/Emotional - canceled due to Covid
Seminar #7 Building the Long List
Resources will be added here after each seminar throughout the year. Seminars in purple have the linked presentation.
Sr #1 Nuts and Bolts of University Research
Seminar #1 Nuts and Bolts of the University Research ProcSess
Seminar #2 Uniquest - University Research Skills
Seminar #3 Working on Uniquest
UNIQUEST ROUGH WORK - Google Doc. - do first
UNIQUEST ROUGH WORK - Google Form - do before Jan. 11th
Seminar #4 Working through Uniquest - research
Seminar #5 Healthy Relationships
Seminar #6 Social/Emotional - canceled due to Covid
Seminar #7 Building the Long List
Seminar Schedules
JUNIOR SEMINAR SCHEDULE 2020/2021 Click to see schedule
Link - Red/Blue Schedule 3B/7D
Gold/Green Schedule 1F/2H
JUNIOR SEMINAR SCHEDULE 2020/2021 Click to see schedule
Link - Red/Blue Schedule 3B/7D
Gold/Green Schedule 1F/2H
College Visits/Presentations
Please visit THIS GOOGLE DOC to see all of the virtual visit opportunities
How do I talk to college reps? LINKdrive.google.com/file/d/1s3gYa-esNdRuPYvOpoKh1hakI0-JcG0x/view
Strong questions to ask during presentations of highly selective schools- LINK
Please visit THIS GOOGLE DOC to see all of the virtual visit opportunities
How do I talk to college reps? LINKdrive.google.com/file/d/1s3gYa-esNdRuPYvOpoKh1hakI0-JcG0x/view
Strong questions to ask during presentations of highly selective schools- LINK
COVID-19 How it affects your application and what you can do.
Applying to different university systems
Guide for international students applying to Australia
Guide for international students applying to Canada
Guide for international students applying to Germany
Guide for international students applying to Hong Kong
Guide for international students applying to the Netherlands
Guide for international students applying to the UK
Guide for international students applying to the USA
Guide for international students applying to Australia
Guide for international students applying to Canada
Guide for international students applying to Germany
Guide for international students applying to Hong Kong
Guide for international students applying to the Netherlands
Guide for international students applying to the UK
Guide for international students applying to the USA
Activity period workshops - Library classroom
1ST SEMESTER
Researching Universities in the US - Wed. Nov. 4th and Thurs. Nov. 5th MPR
Researching Universities in Canada - Tues. Nov. 24th per. 6 (sign-up form will be sent)
Researching Universities in the UK - Thurs. Dec. 3rd per. 6 (sign-up form will be sent)
- resources from the above presentation was emailed to students
**STUDENTS APPLYING TO OTHER SYSTEMS WILL RECEIVE ONE-TO-ONE SUPPORT**
2ND SEMESTER
Applying to Oxbridge - Wed. Jan. 20th - 3.15-4.15 Rm 118 or zoom
Applying to UK Medicine - Wed. Jan 27th - 3.15-4.15 Rm 118 or zoom
Completing the Common Application and UC questions -this will be done during seminar
Applying to Highly Selective US universities
Students - Wed. Feb. 17th 3.30-5.00 MPR
Parents - Wed. March 3rd 3.30-5.00 MPR
Writing the UK Personal Statement - Tues. March 16th Library classroom (sign-up form will be sent)
1ST SEMESTER
Researching Universities in the US - Wed. Nov. 4th and Thurs. Nov. 5th MPR
Researching Universities in Canada - Tues. Nov. 24th per. 6 (sign-up form will be sent)
Researching Universities in the UK - Thurs. Dec. 3rd per. 6 (sign-up form will be sent)
- resources from the above presentation was emailed to students
**STUDENTS APPLYING TO OTHER SYSTEMS WILL RECEIVE ONE-TO-ONE SUPPORT**
2ND SEMESTER
Applying to Oxbridge - Wed. Jan. 20th - 3.15-4.15 Rm 118 or zoom
Applying to UK Medicine - Wed. Jan 27th - 3.15-4.15 Rm 118 or zoom
Completing the Common Application and UC questions -this will be done during seminar
Applying to Highly Selective US universities
Students - Wed. Feb. 17th 3.30-5.00 MPR
Parents - Wed. March 3rd 3.30-5.00 MPR
Writing the UK Personal Statement - Tues. March 16th Library classroom (sign-up form will be sent)
Parent Presentations - click on links to see presentations
Considerations for the next two years - Grade 11 Parents' Presentation
Applying to Oxbridge
Applying to UK Medicine
College Update
Applying to Highly Selective US Universities
Considerations for the next two years - Grade 11 Parents' Presentation
Applying to Oxbridge
Applying to UK Medicine
College Update
Applying to Highly Selective US Universities
Cup of College
This is an informal Q&A with Junior parents and counselors from 9.15-10.15 in the HS library classroom. You will be asked to sign up by replying to a Google form - 10 parents per session max.
First semester dates:
Tues. Sept. 22nd - will be virtual
Tues. Oct. 20th
Mon. Nov. 23rd
Mon. Dec. 14th
Second semester dates: these will be virtual until further notice
Tues. Feb. 16th
Mon. March 8th
Mon. April 12th
Mon. May 24th
This is an informal Q&A with Junior parents and counselors from 9.15-10.15 in the HS library classroom. You will be asked to sign up by replying to a Google form - 10 parents per session max.
First semester dates:
Tues. Sept. 22nd - will be virtual
Tues. Oct. 20th
Mon. Nov. 23rd
Mon. Dec. 14th
Second semester dates: these will be virtual until further notice
Tues. Feb. 16th
Mon. March 8th
Mon. April 12th
Mon. May 24th
Grade 11 Assessment Calendar
LINK
A part of the new HS Assessment Policy this year is the implementation of Grade Level Assessment Calendars. Any assessment that is used to determine a student's grade (working level) must appear on the Grade Level Assessment Calendar at least 10 school days before the assessment. Parents and students can access the calendar using the link.
LINK
A part of the new HS Assessment Policy this year is the implementation of Grade Level Assessment Calendars. Any assessment that is used to determine a student's grade (working level) must appear on the Grade Level Assessment Calendar at least 10 school days before the assessment. Parents and students can access the calendar using the link.
SFS Student Resource Links
Please click here for the SFS student resources page for Managebac, Naviance and more. You will need to be logged into your SFS email to access the apps page.
Please click here for the SFS student resources page for Managebac, Naviance and more. You will need to be logged into your SFS email to access the apps page.
HL/SL course IBDP predicted grade worksheets (UK)
Following worksheets are provided to teachers and students as a guide to better understand the predicted grade process. Please click HERE for a comprehensive guide to the predicted grades process at SFS. Where worksheets are not available, please refer to the document LINKED.
Following worksheets are provided to teachers and students as a guide to better understand the predicted grade process. Please click HERE for a comprehensive guide to the predicted grades process at SFS. Where worksheets are not available, please refer to the document LINKED.
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IMPORTANT DATES AND DEADLINES - 2020/2021
SECOND SEMESTER
2020-2021 University application timeline - this is just a guide - dates for 2021-2022 will be slightly different
January-February - Post-Uniquest meetings - google invite
Wednesday, Jan. 20th - Oxbridge presentation 3.15-4.15 Rm 118 or zoom
Wednesday, Jan. 27th - UK Medicine presentation 3.15-4.15 Rm 118 or zoom
Thursday, Jan. 28th - Junior Parent Update on the College Process 6.00-8.00pm - MPR or zoom
Wednesday, Feb. 17th - Applying to Highly Selective US universities - student edition 3.30-5.00 MPR
Wednesday, March 3rd - Applying to Highly Selective US universities - parent edition 3.30-5.00 MPR
Tuesday, March 16th - Writing the Uk Personal Statement 3.15-4.45 - Library classroom
April - May Student-Led College Conference (student/parent(s)/counselor)
**Make sure to take your ducks in a row data and put it into a presentation
Exemplar #1 Exemplar #2
Monday, April 5th - Teacher Letter of Recommendation Agreement due to counselor
Friday May 14th - Junior Survey Form due
Friday May 14th - Parent Brag Sheet due
May-June half-hour individual meetings with juniors and counselor about college essays
Period 6 Small group sessions on applying to Oxbridge/UK medicine
AGENDA
Feb. 2nd - Mayo room 121
March 4th - Gilmore room 124
April 14th - Chi room 122
May 7th - Holcomb room 123
August - TBD
Period 6 Small group sessions on applying to Highly Selective US universities in your house counselor's office
AGENDA
Feb. 18th
March 24th
April 22nd
May 27th
SECOND SEMESTER
2020-2021 University application timeline - this is just a guide - dates for 2021-2022 will be slightly different
January-February - Post-Uniquest meetings - google invite
Wednesday, Jan. 20th - Oxbridge presentation 3.15-4.15 Rm 118 or zoom
Wednesday, Jan. 27th - UK Medicine presentation 3.15-4.15 Rm 118 or zoom
Thursday, Jan. 28th - Junior Parent Update on the College Process 6.00-8.00pm - MPR or zoom
Wednesday, Feb. 17th - Applying to Highly Selective US universities - student edition 3.30-5.00 MPR
Wednesday, March 3rd - Applying to Highly Selective US universities - parent edition 3.30-5.00 MPR
Tuesday, March 16th - Writing the Uk Personal Statement 3.15-4.45 - Library classroom
April - May Student-Led College Conference (student/parent(s)/counselor)
**Make sure to take your ducks in a row data and put it into a presentation
Exemplar #1 Exemplar #2
Monday, April 5th - Teacher Letter of Recommendation Agreement due to counselor
Friday May 14th - Junior Survey Form due
Friday May 14th - Parent Brag Sheet due
May-June half-hour individual meetings with juniors and counselor about college essays
Period 6 Small group sessions on applying to Oxbridge/UK medicine
AGENDA
Feb. 2nd - Mayo room 121
March 4th - Gilmore room 124
April 14th - Chi room 122
May 7th - Holcomb room 123
August - TBD
Period 6 Small group sessions on applying to Highly Selective US universities in your house counselor's office
AGENDA
Feb. 18th
March 24th
April 22nd
May 27th
University Research
Our starting point for research this year will be MAIALearning (our Naviance replacement) Watch this Video
SFS University Research Spread Sheet - Ducks in a Row
OTHER IMPORTANT LINKS THAT MAY HELP IN YOUR COLLEGE SEARCH
SFS Alumni Survey - you can search different schools and see what your peers have to say about them
Amazing Online University Research Tools for US, UK, Canada, Australia, Europe, Asia
The IB Guide to finding a university
NACAC Guide to the International University Admissions Process 2020-2021
Country Recognition of IB Diploma
How to Choose an Art School
IB course requirements for different countries/different programs
UK application videos to guide your process
In Australia the ACTAC calculates an ATAR scores for University admissions.
NCAA information for student athletes applying to the US
Early Decision and Regular Decision Acceptance Rates 2020
Our starting point for research this year will be MAIALearning (our Naviance replacement) Watch this Video
SFS University Research Spread Sheet - Ducks in a Row
OTHER IMPORTANT LINKS THAT MAY HELP IN YOUR COLLEGE SEARCH
SFS Alumni Survey - you can search different schools and see what your peers have to say about them
Amazing Online University Research Tools for US, UK, Canada, Australia, Europe, Asia
The IB Guide to finding a university
NACAC Guide to the International University Admissions Process 2020-2021
Country Recognition of IB Diploma
How to Choose an Art School
IB course requirements for different countries/different programs
UK application videos to guide your process
In Australia the ACTAC calculates an ATAR scores for University admissions.
NCAA information for student athletes applying to the US
Early Decision and Regular Decision Acceptance Rates 2020
Information on playing varsity sport at universities around the world
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Please view this slideshow presented at the International Counselor Conference summer 2019
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Personal Essay/Statement Tips and Strategies
Detailed information on the UK personal statement here
US College Essay tips here
Detailed information on the UK personal statement here
US College Essay tips here
Standardized Tests
Please ensure your name on your registration ticket matches your passport EXACTLY.
SAT Registration
ACT Registration
TOEFL Registration
IELTS Registration
Testing requirements at US universities
Free SAT Prep with Khan Academy
2020-2021 SAT Dates
Aug. 29th
Sept. 26th
Oct. 3rd
Nov. 7th
Dec. 5th
March 13th
May 8th
June 5th
Financial Aid Resources
Financial Aid For International Students (US)
Search for Scholarships and Financial Aid (US)
Colleges with In-State Tuition (US) for International Students
64 Colleges that meet 100% demonstrated financial need
Scholarships through the IB - countries worldwide
Financial Aid For International Students (US)
Search for Scholarships and Financial Aid (US)
Colleges with In-State Tuition (US) for International Students
64 Colleges that meet 100% demonstrated financial need
Scholarships through the IB - countries worldwide
Ways to build a strong profile for application time - in no order
INITIAL VIEW - Add an interview in the application process
Students can add to their application by giving an interview that is then sent on to schools they are applying to. To see what schools are involved in this program, please visit www.initialview.com
Students can add to their application by giving an interview that is then sent on to schools they are applying to. To see what schools are involved in this program, please visit www.initialview.com
A note on Teacher Recommendation Letters:
United States:
If you are applying to the US then you will ask two teachers to write for you. The only exceptions would be if you are applying to some Art, Drama or Music related programs in addition to other more academic programs or if you are registering on NCAA for athletic reasons. If that is true for you then please talk with your counselor about requesting a third letter. Universities want to hear from teachers that have taught you recently (Grade 11-12) and they generally prefer letters from core teachers (e.g. math, science, social science/history, English, and/or foreign language. Sometimes universities specify which subject teachers they want to hear from (Math and English at MIT for example) and then you don't really have a choice.
Australia/ United Kingdom:
If you are applying to universities in Australia and/or UK only then you generally don't need to ask any teachers to write for you. Your counselor will notify you if it is necessary to ask for a letter.
Canada:
If you are applying to Canada only then you can ask for one letter (some programs do require a letter).
General information:
If you are applying to any university that have a specific recommendation letter format/form that they want your teacher to use then please contact your counselor and we will guide you through that process. Please contact your counselor if you are still confused about what teachers to approach with your letter request. Here is more information on how to decide on which teachers you want to ask to write for you from Vanderbilt University. Most other US universities would give you the same or similar guidelines.
Here is a resume template that you can give your teacher to help them write their letters - although teachers may have their own.
United States:
If you are applying to the US then you will ask two teachers to write for you. The only exceptions would be if you are applying to some Art, Drama or Music related programs in addition to other more academic programs or if you are registering on NCAA for athletic reasons. If that is true for you then please talk with your counselor about requesting a third letter. Universities want to hear from teachers that have taught you recently (Grade 11-12) and they generally prefer letters from core teachers (e.g. math, science, social science/history, English, and/or foreign language. Sometimes universities specify which subject teachers they want to hear from (Math and English at MIT for example) and then you don't really have a choice.
Australia/ United Kingdom:
If you are applying to universities in Australia and/or UK only then you generally don't need to ask any teachers to write for you. Your counselor will notify you if it is necessary to ask for a letter.
Canada:
If you are applying to Canada only then you can ask for one letter (some programs do require a letter).
General information:
If you are applying to any university that have a specific recommendation letter format/form that they want your teacher to use then please contact your counselor and we will guide you through that process. Please contact your counselor if you are still confused about what teachers to approach with your letter request. Here is more information on how to decide on which teachers you want to ask to write for you from Vanderbilt University. Most other US universities would give you the same or similar guidelines.
Here is a resume template that you can give your teacher to help them write their letters - although teachers may have their own.
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