Career and College Development
Career and College Planning at DHS
News and Events (Upcoming and Past) |
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Senior Year Info Night |
Thurs, Aug 19, 2010 |
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Post High School Preview Night (held in Janurary for Juniors) |
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Juniors and their families found out how to do the college search and make the senior year much less stressful. |
Volunteering
- Volunteering has a number of benefits for oneself, others and the community. See the attached for some possibilities.
- While Community Service hours are not required for graduation, a student may receive special recognition by performing a set number of hours. This program is administered by the PTSA. Here is their info:
College Application FAQs
Please see the info attached for a quick overview of the college application steps.
Letters of Recommendation
Your counselors are excited to work with you in the college process. To make sure that we can give you the best service, we are asking for the attached when you need a letter of recommendation from us. Please understand the letters of recommendation, as well as your essay, are some of the more critical information the admissions offices will receive. Help yourself out by doing the following:
- 1. Fill out the College Recommendation Questionnaire.
- 2. Fill out the information below on the college that is to receive your information. There should be a separate form for every college that needs a copy of the letter.
- 3. Turn in both the College Recommendation Questionnaire and this form at the same time.
Planning
Here are some questions you can ask colleges, as well as a simple guide you can use to help yourself with the college process.
Try this is you need to see the school before (or after) you actually visit. Also, be sure to check out what you can find on line with these resources.
IF you are making a visit, then be sure to do it the right way!
Transcripts
Please fill out the following for each transcript you are requesting.
Test Dates and Registration
College Test Prep Resources
While DHS does not endorse any particular test prep person or program, many have found the following useful.
PSAT Information
NCAA Clearinghouse Info
Federal Financial Aid Info (FAFSA)
Scholarship Info
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