R. Briana Moore
School Counselor (A-Del)
This is my fourth year at
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to call the Guidance Office at 703-441-4270 or e-mail me at moorerb@pwcs.edu .
Professional Affiliations:
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
PWEA
Important Websites/Information for Students/Parents
What are the graduation requirements for a:
Standard Diploma: http://www.pen.k12.va.us/VDOE/ForStudents/diploma-std.pdf
Advanced Diploma: http://www.pen.k12.va.us/VDOE/ForStudents/diploma-adv-studies.pdf
Action Plan : High School Sophomores
***This INFO can be found at:
http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/action/sophomores.html
Released SOL Tests:
This website has released SOL tests/answer keys. These are excellent tools for practice.
http://www.pen.k12.va.us/VDOE/Assessment/releasedtests.html
Fall
Plan for the Year Ahead
§ Meet with your counselor to discuss your college plans. Review your schedule with him or her to make sure you're enrolled in challenging classes that will help you prepare for college. Colleges prefer four years of English, history, math, science, and a foreign language.
§ Start a calendar with important dates and deadlines.
§ Get more involved with your extracurricular activities.
§ Use College Search to find out the required courses and tests of colleges that you might be interested in attending.
§ Go to college fairs in your area.
Consider Taking the PSAT/NMSQT®
§ Sign up for the PSAT/NMSQT, which is given in October. Ask your counselor which date is offered at your school. Get free online PSAT/NMSQT practice.
§ If you're taking the PSAT/NMSQT check 'yes' for Student Search Service® to hear about colleges and scholarships.
Winter - Prepare for Tests
§ Use the access code on your PSAT/NMSQT score report to sign in to My College QuickStart™. With this personalized planning kit, you can prepare for the SAT using a study plan based on your PSAT/NMSQT results and explore lists of suggested colleges, majors, and careers.
§ Talk to your counselor and teachers about taking SAT Subject Tests™ in your strong subjects this spring. Take Subject Tests such as World History, Biology E/M, and Chemistry while the material is still fresh in your mind.
Learn about Colleges
§ Learn about college costs and how financial aid works.
§ Use the College Savings Calculator to see how much money you'll need for college, whether you're on track to save enough, and what you need to do to reach your goal. Talk to your parents about financing college.
§ Visit colleges while they're in session.
§ Find out about college firsthand from college friends who are home for the holidays.
Spring
Stay Focused
§ Sign up for college preparatory courses. Consider AP® courses.
§ Study for May AP Exams. Get free AP preparation.
Explore Summer Opportunities
§ Look for a great summer opportunity — job, internship, or volunteer position.
§ Check with your counselor and search online for summer school programs for high school students at colleges.
Summer
Make the Most of Your Break
§ Start a summer reading list. Ask your teachers to recommend books.
§ Plan to visit college campuses to get a feel for your options. Start with colleges near you.
§ Finalize your summer plans.
