University and Career Counseling
Preparation for career and university starts in High School. Grade 10 students take a comprehensive career assessment (Morrisby Assessment), and they are advised by the Middle School/High School Counselor, the IBDP Coordinator, and their teachers in choosing the appropriate IB DP program subjects for Grades 11 and 12.
The University/Career Advisor meets with all students and on occasion, parents, to advise and guide them through the university application process (or other post-secondary opportunities). Meetings generally begin to take place from Grade 11 onwards. University information is presented in a group format during formal presentations, and university representative visits and different points in the school year, depending on the grade level.
The services provided include:
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Grade 10 IB program information and course selection (with the IBDP Coordinator)
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Information sessions (parents/students) concerning international university admissions processes
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Administration of the Morrisby Assessment
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University exploration
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Consulting with students on “best fit”
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Coordinating virtual and in-person university admission representative visits to AISL
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Feedback on application essay, personal statement, etc.
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Guidance on obtaining letters of recommendation
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Individual student meetings to discuss the application process
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Individual and small-group student meetings throughout the exploration and application process
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Document requests for university applications
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Guidance on standardized test requirements
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Transition to university activities and information
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Assistance with GAP year decisions