Seniors, you have been feverishly sending in your applications over the past four months.  However, many of you have more applications to submit.  And recall that the goal is to complete all applications before Christmas Break!   It has been my experience that as application deadlines approach, students typically, and understandably, become anxious about their future.  “Will I get in?” and  ”How can I maximize my chances?” are frequent questions you may ask.  I came across this tongue-in-cheek article by Jay Matthews of the Washington Post, click here to read the article “Ten Stupid Ways to Ruin Your Application”.  It’s worth a read.  Some of the “don’ts” in his article have happened here.  Some this year! 

 Also, remember to use the Naviance system to officially request a transcript.  Transcripts are not sent until you move a college from “considering” list to the “applying” list.  You must also provide Mrs. Vernon the hard copies of the online submission confirmation page or a copy of the application as well as copies of any secondary school/counselor report form, teacher recommendation forms, midyear report form, or final report forms.  A link to the Naviance Portal is in the Blogroll column.