From the Desk of Ms. Noonkester
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Intelligence + Character = True Education
Our counseling goals for students 9-12
- self-confidence development
- motivation to achieve
- decision making
- goal setting
- planning
- problem-solving
- interpersonal effectiveness
- communication skills
- cross-cultural effectiveness
- responsible behavior
Student Success
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Resources
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College Application Process (Senior Year)
Global students generally use one of two different applications while applying for colleges. Most Texas Universities will build on their ApplyTexas application. Our students already have an account since they applied as first-year students to both Navarro College and the University of Texas at Tyler.Some students want to leave the state for college. Those students are more than likely to need to use the Common Application. This is the accepted application to most out-of-state colleges or universities.To learn deadlines and details about which application to use, please see the websites of the colleges/universities in which you are interested. Make yourself familiar with their programs and entrance requirements. Make a calendar that includes application deadlines and scholarship deadlines -
College Entrance Exams (Junior Year)
Should you take the ACT or SAT?All colleges accept both ACT and SAT scores. You can, therefore, take either test. While some students take both the ACT and SAT, admissions counselors often recommend that you take a practice test for both, and then spend your energy preparing for the test you are likely to score higher on.When should you take the ACT or SAT?You should take the ACT and/or SAT in the spring of your junior year. Whether you're planning to meet early or regular deadlines for admissions, you want to know what your scores will be. If you need to improve your scores, you will still have time in the fall of senior year to retake if needed. Merit scholarships from your intended college or university are often tied to these scores.How do I sign up?You can sign up for the ACT online and for the SAT online.Test dates are available on the respective websites.We do have fee waivers available for those students served in the free lunch program.How do I prepare for the ACT or SAT exams?In order to become familiar with the types of questions asked and the test formats, take advantage of the free resources available on their websites. For free SAT practice, you can link your Khan Academy account and your PSAT scores for a personalized study guide on the College Board website. For ACT practice, remember to look at your Pre-ACT test and the practice resources. -
College Readiness
Accuplacer (Texas Success Initiative)Global students must take the Accuplacer at the time of entrance into Global High. They do not have to pass the first time they are tested. Students take courses in the first two years at Global that are TSI exempt. Students that do not score high enough to be eligible for college courses must retake the test each year. The test is free and will be offered during the school day. Click the button below for practice materials. Students will need to pass the Reading and Writing portions during sophomore year to begin taking core dual-credit classes. The Math section will be necessary during the academic year when students are taking Algebra II.What are the PSAT & Pre-SAT?The PSAT is a comprehensive assessment program that measures college and career readiness and gives students tools for planning their future. The exam measures skills in three academic areas: reading, writing and language, and math. At Global High, we offer the exam during the school day in the fall for 9-11 grade students. The exam is used by 11th-grade students for the National Merit Scholarship Corporation to identify candidates for the National Merit Program. This program allows students to compete for college scholarships. Global uses the exam to measure performance, get feedback related to standards, and build a college-going culture.- Congratulations to Global High graduates Kevin Asirvadam, Tom Ball, and Savannah Lewis for being named National Merit Finalists!
- Nicole Olson was commended for her performance on the PSAT/NMSQT!
Need PSAT/SAT practice?Students can get a personalized SAT study plan based on their PSAT/NMSQT® performance by linking their College Board and Khan Academy accounts.What is the Pre-ACT?The PreACT™ offers 10th-graders the opportunity to practice for the ACT® test with a shortened version of the test. It provides scores on ACT 1-36 scale, as well as a full view of students’ college and career readiness by identifying areas of strength and improvement for student success. Global offers this opportunity to help students determine which college entrance exam to take. -
College Visits
Schedule campus visits with your parents to those that are most interested. You may have up to 2 excused absences each year for college visits. Make sure you schedule your visit with the college on a prospective/preview day for future students. Things to consider:- size
- location
- academic programs
- cost
- admission requirements
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Dual Credit
Greetings Dual Credit Bulldogs! As we are approaching the start of the semester, we wanted to provide you with a few reminders.
- As the Navarro College semester begins, schedules will be available utilizing the NC Student Canvas Account.
- DC Students may find their current fall schedule on their NC Self-Service Student Portal. Please disregard "flags for items needed" in your Self-Service account. The Dual Credit Team will obtain these documents from your high school counselor. These are for items needed after high school graduation.
Dual credit courses will also be delivered in several modalities.
- Dual credit courses are delivered on high school campuses in a hybrid format. Please refer to your high school counselor for details about specific dates for virtual delivery on your high school campus.
- For Dual credit courses delivered at a Navarro College campus, refer to your faculty members about the specific instructional plan for each of your courses. Please check your Navarro College email and keep track of these important details.
- Dual credit courses will also be delivered online. Please login to Canvas to get information about the course. If you need assistance logging into Canvas, please contact the One-Stop Service desk at (903) 875-7416.
We are looking forward to working with each of you!
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Earning Associate's Degree through Navarro College
Global High students will meet with Ms. Noonkester each semester to plan for college courses for the next semester. Ms. Noonkester works closely with Navarro College and UT Tyler to plan courses for our students.There are two directions a student could go with this degree in our program. There is the A.S. (Associates of Science) and the A.A. (Associates of Art). Both in General Studies. Each number on the chart below that is highlighted in blue represents a college course that your Global student will pursue both high school and college credit. Courses that are not highlighted are not required for our students to complete their degrees.General Studies Associates of Science and Associates of Arts- English (6 hours)
- ENGL 1301, 1302
- History (6 hours)
- HIST 1301, 1302
- Government (6 hours)
- GOVT 2305, 2306
- Arts (3 hours)
- ARTS 1301, 1304, 1305, 1311
- DRAM 1310, 1351, 1352, 2366
- MUSI 1301, 1306, 1308, 1310
- Speech (3 hours)
- SPCH 1311, 1315, 1321
- Humanities (3 hours)
- ENGL 2322, 2323, 2327, 2328, 2332, 2333, 2341
- PHIL 1301, 1304, 1316, 1317, 2306
- HIST 2311, 2312
- HUMA 1301
- Sociology/Behavioral (3 hours)
- ECON 2301, 2302
- PSYC 2301, 2315, 2319
- SOCI 1301, 2301
- Science (8 hours)
- BIOL 1406, 1407, 2401, 2402
- CHEM 1405, 1407, 1477, 1412
- PHYS 1401, 1402, 1411, 1412
- GEOL 1403, 1405
- COSC (3 hours)
- COSC 1301
- Math (3 hours)
- MATH 1314, 1316, 1332, 2342, 2413, 2414
- 45 hours
These courses are what Texas Universities call the "common core". The common core is approved courses that will transfer to Texas Universities and Institutions.
To earn the Associate's degree, students will need additional higher-level math for 3 hours (1 course) and 13 hours (5 courses) of dual credit electives. These courses are planned with the counselor looking at their plans or interests of study at the university level. This will help when it comes to transferring these courses to a degree plan.
Global students pursuing the degree will graduate with at least a total of 61 college hours.
- English (6 hours)
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FAFSA Overview
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Financial Aid Overview
Financial aid is money that is given, earned, or lent to help students pay for their education. Financial aid often makes it possible for students to attend colleges that would otherwise be too expensive.
The four categories of financial aid are grants, scholarships, loans, and work-study. Grants and scholarships are considered "free money." Loans and work-study are considered "self-help" programs.
- Grant: $ given, usually because of financial need
- Scholarship: $ awarded for merit
- Loan: borrowed $ that must be repaid
- Work-Study: $ earned by working in a part-time job
Financial aid is most often awarded in the form of a package. Packages, consisting of grants, scholarships, loans, and/or work-study, are put together by the college's financial aid office. Aid is often awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so complete applications early.
Financial Aid Information and Scholarship Searches:
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Scholarship Programs for Graduates of Texas ECHS
- The Greater Texas Foundation (GTF) Scholars was established to increase the number of Texas Early College High School (ECHS) graduates who successfully transition to a four-year institution of higher education and complete a baccalaureate degree. The program is the first of its kind in Texas. Beginning in the fall of 2012, approximately $3.32 million in scholarships will be awarded to five four-year institutions over a six-year period.
- The participating institutions are committed to creating a comprehensive program that includes both financial and non-financial retention components, which are based on evidence of success or promising and effective practices. Current GTF Scholars institutions are Texas A&M University, the University of Houston, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, and the University of North Texas. At each university, the scholarship funds will be awarded to select graduates of Texas ECHSs.
- The University of Texas at Tyler (our partner) received this grant. UT Tyler Greater Texas Foundation Scholars Program
- Check out the qualifications to apply!
Local scholarships will be listed on the scholarship link above. Also, you should never have to pay for scholarship opportunities, so don't fall for scams! -
Summer Courses through Navarro College
Navarro offers two different summer semesters. Classes will run Monday-Thursday (no classes on Friday during summer). Students are not required to attend summer college courses, but they may choose to at no cost. During advising with Ms. Noonkester and Navarro College Counselor, students will learn about the classes that are options. Students will sign up for needed coursework during that time. There is nothing that you as a parent need to do to initiate this process. Please communicate with your students for summer planning purposes.
