Scholarships
Scholarships NOTE: Some scholarships that are listed have not opened yet. Check back frequently to see when those scholarships begin to accept applications. Please report any broken links. . . .
High School Course Guide
Course Sequence Map for English Course Sequence Map for Driver's Ed Course Sequence Map for Math 20-21 Tri-Point High School Course Guide
College Applications
Most college and university applications are available online at the specific school website (usually listed under prospective students or admissions). Obtain all application materials from the college or university: . . .
College Exploration Websites
ACT Financial Aid Estimator (www.act.org/fane) - The Financial Aid Need Estimator allows you to calculate both your family contribution and costs at specific institutions National Architectural Accrediting Board (www.naab.org) - . . .
Career Information
America's Career InfoNet Bureau of Labor Statistics Illinois Labor Unions Listings Illinois Vocational and Trade Schools American Society of Newspaper Editors - Journalism Careers Mapping Your . . .
Financial Aid Information
Tuition Funding Sources (TFS) scholarship search by Wells Fargo Financial Aid FAFSA Federal Student Aid Fin Aid Midwest Exchange Your Financial Aid Journey in 5 Steps by Wells Fargo . . .
Packing for College Checklist
Packing for college can be overwhelming, and students usually arrive at campus only to find they have forgotten something. For example, forgetting their window fan on move in day when it's 95 degrees in their residence hall. . . .
Forms
DROP/ADD/TRANSFER CLASS FORM TRANSCRIPT RELEASE FORM COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS FORM KCC DUAL CREDIT REGISTRATION FORM
Counseling and Treatment Resources
Alcoholics Anonymous www.aa.org Bipolar Disorder http://www.oreilly.com/medical/bipolar/news/resources.html?scrlybrkr=4665c12a Carle Addiction Recovery Center 217.383.6039 www.carleaddictionrecovery.com Caring . . .
Academic Underachievement & Support Resources
Academic Underachievement Symptoms 1. Repeated failure to complete school or homework assignments on time 2. Academic performance is below the student’s intelligence 3. Heightened anxiety that interferes . . .
College Visitation Days
College Visitation Form College days are defined as visitation of post-secondary school sites, tech, career, and armed services. Students must see the administration/guidance counselor with a note 3 days in advance of . . .
Conflict Resolution
Even the healthiest relationships, at times, experience conflict. Conflict can be stressful, but if effectively resolved, conflict can build a stronger friendship. Steps: Understand the Problem. Make sure you . . .
Contact Information
and Teacherease Link
I can be reached by email: emersond@tripointschools.org or by phone: (815) 689 - 2110 ext. 318. Teacherease
Estimated Probability of Competing in Athletics Beyond the High School Interscholastic Level
Student Athletes Men's Basketball Women's Basketball Football Baseball High School Student Athletes 540,207 439,550 1,109,278 472,644 NCAA . . .
How to Calculate Grade Point Averages
How to Calculate Your GPA For each class, multiply the grade points defined for the grade (A=4, etc.) by the credit of the course (usually 0.5) Add all of the Total Grade Points Add all of the Total Credits (usually . . .
Illinois College Search and Information
By Don Emerson
Illinois College Fairs Illinois College Fair Calendar
NCAA Approved Core Course List
Division I and Division II Worksheet Quick Reference Sheet NCAA Approved Course List (CEEB Code/ACT Code: 141525)
Presentations on Preparing for College
Below are presentations given by ISAC (Illinois Student Assistance Commission). In 1957, state lawmakers created the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) to ensure that financial considerations did not prevent Illinois . . .
Taking Effective Lecture Notes
Taking Effective Lecture Notes Effective note taking is an important part of effective study. The following note taking tips should help you get the most out of lectures. Before Lecture 1) Prepare . . .
Test Anxiety
Overcoming Test Anxiety
Test anxiety is an uneasiness or apprehension experienced before, during, or after an examination because of concern, worry, or fear. Almost everyone experiences some anxiety. But some students find that anxiety interferes with their . . .