Baldwin County Public Schools
Spanish Fort High Spanish Fort, AL
Guidance
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Lee Cleveland 621-6629 Email
  Angie Dunnam 621-6629 Email

Counselors' Corner

COUNSELOR INFORMATION

Lee Cleveland                    Class of  2013          621-6629              lcleveland@bcbe.org

Angie Dunnam                    Class of 2014  and 2016                         621-6629             adunnam@bcbe.org 

Julie Thomasson                Class of 2015 & Building Test Coordinator   621-6629      jthomasson@bcbe.org                       

 

  ACT INFO:

Spanish Fort High School is a testing site for ACT. Sign up today!

Spanish Fort High School School Code:  012518

Register for ACT at www.act.org or SAT at www.collegeboard.com

Please note that University of AL and Auburn require the writing portion of the ACT.

ACT scores should be directly reported from ACT to Auburn University

ACT/SAT Prep Strategies- 

Daphne High School-$50-contact Mr. Andre LaPalme at 251.626-8787 or alapalme@bcbe.org for more info

Huntingdon Learning Center (Daphne)-251.621.1057

Peggy Vernado at Key Prep Consulting  601.466.1406

University of South AL-Test Prep-www.southalabama.edu/specialcourses

March2Success-Free Online ACT/SAT prep- go to www.march2success.com

SAT Prep-  http://www.testdatescentral.com/sat-test-dates.html 

USA TEST PREP-free online website for ACT preparation-follow login instructions--go to www.usatestprep.com; select Member Login and use the following info to create a student profile--School ID spanihfortal; Activation Code newton87

Check the Guidance Page Calendar link for important dates that may not appear on the Main Page.   

S TUDENT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

Alacare Home Health and Hospice Student Volunteer Program-contact Patty Lynn at patricia.lynn@alacare.com or 251/341-0707 for more info

Baldwin House Assisted Living in Daphne needs volunteers to interact with residents-contact Barbara at 251.621.1717 or bcarlisle@allianceseniorservices.com for more info or pick up info sheet in the Guidance Office

Applications for USA Children's and Women's Hospital Teen Volunteer Summer Program are now available for current sophomores, juniors and seniors. Students must personally pick-up an application from their counselors.

TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS:

SENIORS WHO NEED TO SEND TRANSCRIPTS TO COLLEGES MUST FOLLOW THE PROPER PROCEDURES.

1) Student completes the "Request for Transcript" form at the front desk or online at www.spanishforttoros.org under the forms section of the Guidance web page. All information must be listed on the form including the address of the college or university to which the transcript will be sent.

2)Student clips a dollar to the request form (paper clips are provided). If student does not attach payment, transcript request will NOT be processed. If student has change only, envelopes are provided for this purpose. The envelope will then be attached to the request form.

3)Form and payment should be given to Mrs. Mitchell, front desk clerk. Mrs. Mitchell will process all transcripts. Transcripts may only be requested IN PERSON and IN WRITING by the student or parent.

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION:

  Please provide a resume and give two (2) weeks notice to the counselor, teacher, or administrator before recommendation is due.  Also, provide the name of the institution or organization to which the recommendation will be sent.  

    College Visits (off campus)  Juniors and seniors are allowed two college visit days during each school year. A College

 Visit Request form should be completed by the student and parent two weeks before the college vist. Forms are available in the Guidance Department or at www.spanishforttoros.org under "forms". Completed forms should be given to Mrs. Hadley, Attendance Clerk. Mrs.Hadley will deliver them to Mr. McRae ,who must give approval.

Tutoring at Spanish Fort High

 Science Deptment:

Watt (Room #166) Monday through Friday 3:20-4:00pm and Toro Time

Nall (Room #167) Monday 7:15-7:45am

Hodge (Room #164) Monday through Friday 7:00-7:45am

Menas (Room #168) Tuesday 3:25-4:00pm

Richerson (Room 165) Wednesday 3:20-4:00pm

Rowland (Room 163) Wednesday 3:15-4:00pm

Math Department:

 Mr. Powell (Room 162) Wednesday 7:30-7:45am

Mrs.Powell (Room 147) Thursday 3:05-3:30pm

Coate (Room 146) Friday 7:30-7:45am

McGowen (Room 160)Tuesday  3:05-3:30pm

For additional math tutoring, please arrange with your math teacher.

History Department  

Ponder- Tuesday 7:20

Eudy (Room 201) Tuesday 3:05-3:30pm

Richard (Room 244) Thursday 3:05-3:30

Penn (Room 200) Wednesday 3:05-3:30

German (Room 216) during lunch--student should notify teacher in advance

Crager (Room 215) during break--student should notify teacher in advance

Ponder (Room 214) during lunch--student should notify teacher in advance

English Department   

Cates (Room 174) Thursday 3:15-4:00pm

Jaye (Room 197) Monday 3:15-4:00pm

Knight (Room 199)  Tuesday 3:15-4:00pm

Small (Room 173) Wednesday 3:15-4:00pm                           

 COLLEGE VISITS (On Campus): See guidance calendar (on this website)

 

SUMMER 2013 OPPORTUNITIES:

U Choose Campus Cruise-June 3-6, 2013--Tour of 9 different colleges/universities in AL and MS.  Go to www.uchoosecampuscruise.com for more info or call 251.510.9412.  Open to rising sophomores, juniors and seniors.

University of Alabama-Rural Health Scholars Program--For interested students in class of 2014 who want to pursue a career in health care.  Spend five weeks at the University of AL taking two college courses at no charge.  This program only accepts 25 students.  Must have at least a 2.5 GPA and minimum 21 on ACT to qualify.  Go to www.ruralhealthscholars.ua.edu for more info and to download the application.  Deadline to apply is March 15, 2013. 

 2012 Emory Pre-College Program; apply online at www.precollege.emory.edu.

Every summer an academically talented group of high school students gather at Washington University in St. Louis to get an early taste of college life. They take college courses, participate in academic institutes, and attend specialized seminars that give them a head start on their path to college. Visit http://summerexperiences.wustl.edu for more information and an application.

 Scholarship Info: 

AES Engineering Scholarship--appy online at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarship.htm

YoungArt's Award for students in grades 10-12 who are passionate about cinematic arts, dance, jazz, music, photography, theater, visual arts, voice, and writing. Visit and apply at www.youngarts.org/apply. For more information, YoungArts staff members are available by phone at 1-800-970-2787 or via email at apply@youngarts.org.

Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM) Scholarships: www.aum.edu/scholarships

MediaCom World Class Scholars Scholarship Program-- apply online at www.mediacomworldclass.com

Are you active in the community? Have you led a project that benefits others? Have you overcome personal challenges? If so, you may be eligible for the AXA Achievement Scholarship. Learn more and apply online at www.axa-achievement.com.

Students who attend a UMOBILE Visit Day can receive a $2000 scholarship for attending a Visit Day, after enrolling at the University of Mobile. Go to www.umobile.edu for more information.

Students who would like to pursue a career in automotive technology, collision repair and refinishing technology, or diesel and truck technology should visit LincolnCollegeOfTechnology.com. More information about Lincoln College of Technology is posted on the guidance department bulletin board in the front hall. Scholarships are available.

National Co-Op Scholarship Program--applications are in the guidance department and may be found online at www.waceing.org.

Chipola College's Fine and Performing Arts department offers scholarships for music, art, and theatre. Visit www.chipola.edu.  Click on "fine arts" and then click on "scholarships."

Art Institutes--Scholarships available for general studies, fashion, culinary, and design. Visit AiCOMPETITIONS.COM for your one-stop resource.

College Counts Scholarship  Visit www.CollegeCountsAlabama.com for information and application.

Pow Wow Leadership Society Scholarship    Applications are in the guidance department.

B. Davis Scholarship--visit http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm to apply. (While visiting this site, you will be able to find information about additional scholarships.) 

Smith Scholarship Foundation Center announces the Smith Scholarships. Apply online at www.smithscholarships.com. Qualifications are simple: 1)must be a graduating Alabama high school senior  2)must have a minimum  C+ grade point average  3)planning to attend an approved 4-year public college in the state of Alabama; nursing majors may attend an accredited 2-year institution 4)significant contribution to family or community.

Spanish Fort Middle School National Honor Society is sponsoring a new scholarship for eligible seniors. Information and applications are available in the guidance department.

Eastern Shore Federated Women's Club Scholarship: applications are available in the guidance department.

Baldwin County Retired Educators Scholarship applications are available in the guidance department.

Alabama Association of School Office Personnel Scholarship applications are available in the guidance department. (for students pursuing a college degree in business or education)

Baldwin County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Scholarship--applications are in the guidance department.

GAR College Scholarships: six high school seniors will receive college scholarhips up to $12,500 per year to attend any nationally accredited four-year college for full time study. Apply at www.gordonrich.org.

 Need a scholarship? Family Security can help. Requirements for scholarship: CU Succeed membership, graduating high school senior, 750 word essay, college acceptance letter or proof of a submitted college application. More information is available in the guidance department.

Alpha Delta Kappa Scholarship applications are available in the guidance department. Applicants must have at least a 2.5 gpa, ACT score of at least 18, and plan to major in education in college.

The University of Southern Mississippi Mobile Bay Area Alumni Chapter 2013 Mickey Marshall Scholarship applications are now available in the guidance department.

Applications for the Wisteria Garden Club Scholarship are now available in the guidance department. This scholarship will assist young people who are interested in a career in horticulture, or a related field, such as landscaping, floral design, forestry, or turf management.

Applications for the Thompson Holdings Foundation Scholarship are available in the guidance department.

Applications for the Alpha Delta Kappa Scholarship are available in the guidance department.

 Applications for the Luke Lancaster Scholarship are available in the guidance department.

Young Women in Public Affairs Award  This is a schoalrshp opportunity for young women, ages 16-19. Information and applications are available in the guidance department.

Baldwin County Home Builders Association is offering scholarships for area students. Qualifying students must pursue a construction-related field in college or technical school. Applications are available in the guidance department.

Graduating seniors who are interested in becoming  English or math teachers: Mississippi Excellence in Teaching Program is offering scholarships to students at both Mississippi State University and the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). To apply, go to http://www.metp.org.

Information about the following scholarships may be found in the guidance department:  Gilbraitti Scholarship, Youth Volunteer Scholarship,  Healthy Choices Scholarship,  Scholarship by Design,  Black and Lee Scholarship,  Caretenders Scholarship,               LM Scholarship,  Rogers Community Volunteer Scholarship,  Sedary and Associates Scholarship,  Lift Parts Express Scholarship.

Baldwin County Auburn Club Scholarship applications are now available in the guidance department.

Spanish Fort Education Enrichment Foundation Clemons-Imle Leadership Scholarship applications are now available in the guidance department.

University of Alabama's Balanced Man Scholarship--applications are in the guidance department

Baldwin County Cattlemen's Association Scholarship--applications are in the guidance department

Baldwin County Association of Professional Educators--applications are in the guidance department

Alpha Gamma Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Scholarship--applications are in the guidance department

Samuel M. Tharp Memorial Scholarship--applications are in the guidance department

Spanish Club Scholarship--information available in the guidance department.

FINANCIAL AIDE PRESENTATION-click on forms to view handout from January 20, 2010 meeting

Scholarship Search/Financial Aid/Financial Planning--see "Links" at top of page for more information

     Your best resource is the college you plan to attend. Visit the college's website to find scholarships for freshmen.

College-bound juniors should be planning ahead! Put these on your "to do"list for the summer and fall.

1)Take the ACT or SAT during the Fall.

  • 2)Prepare a high school resume.
  • 3)Seriously think about which colleges you would like to attend.
  • 4)Know your current GPA. Colleges will admit you based on the GPA you have earned in grades 9, 10, and 11. Your junior year grades are VERY important.
  • 5)Continue to be involved in school, community, and church organizations. Quality involvement is the key; admissions committees are looking to see WHAT you have actually done in the organizations.
  • 6)Take college visits.
  • 7)Think about teachers, coaches, and other adults from whom you will need letters of recommendation.