AFIA Counseling Corner

The Dual Credit application is now open for new students for Fall 2019 . The Dual Credit Program allows eligible high school students to earn college credit while they complete their high school requirements. All courses require the approval of the high school liaison. Dual Credit courses are offered at the college campus or online with Northwest Vista College. Who may participate in the Dual Credit Program? 9th - 12th grade Benefits of Dual Credit Increases the likelihood that a student will complete high school, enroll in and continue with their college education Decreases the cost of tuition and fees for students in completing their academic degrees New graduates enter the workforce at an accelerated rate and begin to earn wages, benefiting themselves and making positive contributions to our economy Students can complete up to 14 college courses before graduating from high school Increases student’s self-confidence Access

Are you interested in learning general strategies to effectively write college admission or scholarship application essays? You can find the answers at Café’ College on Saturday, January 26 from 3 – 4 pm for their free Essay Writing for College and Scholarships Application Workshop. RSVP – https://goo.gl.UYB6wm Island Day at Texas A & M Corpus It is still not too late to sign up for Island Day at Texas A & M Corpus on Saturday, February 2.  The cost is $10 which pays for breakfast, lunch and a T-Shirt.  Please let Mrs. Sparks know if you are interested in going.  There are 10 spots on the van. FAFSA Seniors if you have not submitted your FAFSA, it is critical that you get it completed and submitted as soon as possible.  The priority deadline was January 15.  It is still not too late so get it done. 9 th grade – 11 th grade If you are interested in dual credit for next year, now is the time to apply.  See Mrs Sparks to get the necessary steps for the appl