{"id":1263,"date":"2023-03-07T23:09:26","date_gmt":"2023-03-07T23:09:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qacps.org\/kihs\/?page_id=1263"},"modified":"2026-04-13T14:08:03","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T18:08:03","slug":"academic-resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.qacps.org\/qachs\/school-counselor\/academic-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Academic Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div  id=\"program\"  class=\"gold-divider fullwidth-override\">\n    <h2> Program of Study<\/h2>\n<\/div><!--  gold-divider-block -->\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The QACPS Program of Study document provides valuable information for students such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Graduation Requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assessments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scheduling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pathway Programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Course Offerings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Much More!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qacps.org\/kihs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/Program-of-Study-2022-2023.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Program of Study 22&#8242;-23&#8242;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div  id=\"scheduling\"  class=\"gold-divider fullwidth-override\">\n    <h2> Scheduling<\/h2>\n<\/div><!--  gold-divider-block -->\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scheduling classes can be tricky, make sure you meet with your Counselor to ensure your schedule meets your academic goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  id=\"nav\"  class=\"gold-divider fullwidth-override\">\n    <h2> Naviance<\/h2>\n<\/div><!--  gold-divider-block -->\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Naviance is used in all School Counseling Classroom Lessons and also houses the following information:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Student Resumes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personality Profiles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Career Interest Surveys<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College Search Engines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calendar for College Admissions Representatives visiting KIHS<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Local scholarship information is posted to Naviance with links for scholarship applications.&nbsp; Peak Scholarship time is December-March.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Logging into Naviance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students should use their 5 digit computer IDS and their school-issued password.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  id=\"dual\"  class=\"gold-divider fullwidth-override\">\n    <h2> Dual Enrollment<\/h2>\n<\/div><!--  gold-divider-block -->\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">QACHS students have the opportunity to take college-level courses while still in high school via our Dual Enrollment program. QACPS has agreements with Chesapeake College, Anne Arundel College, and Washington College for Dual Enrollment courses. Additional information is available on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qacps.org\/high-school-resources\/#dual\">QACPS website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qacps.org\/high-school-resources\/#dual\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dual Enrollment Information<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div  id=\"applying\"  class=\"gold-divider fullwidth-override\">\n    <h2> Applying for College<\/h2>\n<\/div><!--  gold-divider-block -->\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">QACHS Counselors have developed useful resources to help you prepare for college applications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qacps.org\/kihs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/College-Application-Checklist.pdf\">College Application Checklist<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qacps.org\/kihs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/20\/2023\/03\/Financial-Aid-Presentation-Chesapeake-College.pptx\">Financial Aid Presentation (from Chesapeake College)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Common Terms &amp; Definitions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ACT <\/strong>&#8211; A standardized test used in college admissions. Students may choose to take this test instead of in addition to the SAT. The test covers four skill areas: English, Math, Reading and Science Reasoning. Scores range from 1 to 36 with 1 being low and your composite score is an average of your score in the 4 areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Preliminary SAT\/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)<\/strong> &#8211; A shorter version of the SAT designed to help students prepare for it and to qualify for the specific national scholarships. The PSAT must be taken in the 11th grade to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>AP (Advanced Placement Program)<\/strong> &#8211; These courses give students the opportunity to pursue college level studies while in high school. AP exams are taken in May and are graded on a scores of 4 &amp; 5 usually earning college credit. See each college website for their policy on APs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SAT <\/strong>&#8211; A college admissions test. Students may choose to take it instead of or in addition to the ACT.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Common Application <\/strong>&#8211; The Common Application (Common App) makes it possible for students to use one admissions application to apply to hundreds of universities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Demonstrated Need<\/strong> &#8211; A family\u2019s demonstrated need is the difference between the cost of a total year at the university (tuition, room &amp; board, and personal expenses) and the expected family contribution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Work-Study Program<\/strong> &#8211; Work study allows students to earn money to cover part of their college expenses.l Students usually work 8-12 hours\/week on campus as part of this subsidized program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Candidates\u2019 Reply Date <\/strong>&#8211; May 1st is the day you confirm your enrollment in a college for the following fall. You secure your place with a non-refundable deposit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Deferred Admission <\/strong>&#8211; Is a delay of an admissions decision until a later time. If your Early Decision\/ Early Action application is deferred it means your application will be reviewed again during the Regular Action process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Deferred Enrollment<\/strong> &#8211; This option, initiated at the student\u2019s request, allows students to postpone enrollment at a college for one year. The student may take the year to travel, work or pursue other projects before attending college.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Early Action <\/strong>&#8211; Is a non-binding application process<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div  id=\"transcripts\"  class=\"gold-divider fullwidth-override\">\n    <h2> Request Transcripts<\/h2>\n<\/div><!--  gold-divider-block -->\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong>Contact Ms. Celestine Heath (Guidance Department, Registrar) at <a href=\"mailto:celestine.heath@qacps.org\">celestine.heath@qacps.org<\/a> to request a transcript. Normal processing time is 2-3 days and may take longer during certain times of the year. A fee of $1.00 is required at the time of your request.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please email the following information to <a href=\"mailto:celestine.heath@qacps.org\">celestine.heath@qacps.org<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your name at the time you graduated<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graduation year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>School attended<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your birthdate&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phone number&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where you would like the information mailed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you do not have email access, please call (410) 758-0500, Ext. 115.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"minimalist-gold__divider \">\n\n<\/div><!-- minimalist gold divider -->\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h6 id=\"at-12630\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">If you graduated <strong><em>prior to 2010<\/em><\/strong>, OR if you need a copy of your diploma\u2026<\/h6><div id=\"ac-12630\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please email the following information to <a href=\"mailto:jean.cardwell@qacps.org\">jean.cardwell@qacps.org<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your name at the time you graduated<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graduation year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>School attended<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your birthdate&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phone number&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where you would like the information mailed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you do not have email access, please call (410) 758-2403, Ext. 189.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The QACPS Program of Study document provides valuable information for students such as: Scheduling classes can be tricky, make sure you meet with your<br \/><a class=\"read-more-link\" \n href=\"https:\/\/www.qacps.org\/qachs\/school-counselor\/academic-resources\/\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":195,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1263","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.5 - 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