college

John Dewey High School

Kathleen Elvin, Interim Acting Principal

50 Avenue X, Brooklyn, NY 11223-5737

College Acceptances: C.U.N.Y.: Baruch College, Baruch C. Honors, B.M.C.C., Bronx C.C., Brooklyn College, Brooklyn C. Honors, C.C.N.Y., C.C.N.Y-Sophie Davis, C.S.I., Hostos C.C., Hunter College, John Jay College, K.C.C., LaGuardia C.C., Lehman College, Medgar Evers College, N.Y.C.T., Queens College, Q.C.C. and York College.
S.U.N.Y.: Albany U., Alfred U., Binghamton U., Brockport U., Buffalo U., Buffalo State C., Cortland, Delhi, E.S.F., F.I.T., Geneseo, Herkimer County C.C., Morrisville, Nassau C.C., New Paltz, Old Westbury, Oneonta, Plattsburgh, Purchase, Stony Brook U and S.U.N.Y.I.T.
Private: Adelphi, Albany College of Pharmacy, Bauder, Benedict C., Berkeley C., Bethune-Cookman C., Briarcliffe C., Bryant U., Caldwell C., Canisius C., Carnegie Mellon, Chestnut Hill C., Circleville Bible C., Clark-Atlanta U., Clarkson U., Clatlin U., College of Mt. St. Vincent, College of St. Rose, C.W. Post, D'Youville C., Embry-Riddle U., Emory U., Florida A. & M., Florida I.T., Fordham U., Georgetown U., Hamilton C., Hampton U., Hesser C., Hofstra U., Howard U., Iona C., Johnson & Wales, Katherine Gibbs, Kentucky State U., Lamar U., La Salle U., Lincoln T., Lincoln U., L.I.U., Luzerne County C.C., Lynchburg C., Marymount Manhattan C., Morgan State U., Mt. Holyoke, Mt. Ida, New Rochelle C., N.Y.U., N.Y.I.T., Newbury C., Niagara Falls U., Norfolk U., Northampton C.C., Northeastern U., North Carolina A. & T., North Carolina Central U., Nyack C., Pace U., Penn State U., Pittsburgh U., Polytechnic U., Quinnipiac U., R.I.T., R.P.I., Rider U., Russell Sage C., Rutgers U., St. Francis, St. John's U., St. Joseph's U., St. Peter's C., Sacred Heart U., Seton Hall U., Skidmore C., Smith C., Spelman U., Stevens I.T., Suffolk U., Syracuse U., T.C.I., Temple U., Tuskegee U., U. of Arizona, U. of Bridgeport, U. of Connecticut, U. of Delaware, U. of Hartford, U. of Rochester, Utica C., Vanderbilt U., Villanova U., Virginia State U., Virginia Union U., Wagner U., Wake T.C.C., Wood-Tobe Coburn, York C.
Military:U. S. Air Force, U.S. Army, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Marines

General Information

Scholarships

School Scholarships

Preparing for College

~ -The College Office will be open from 8 A.M.–12:30 P.M and after 1:15 P.M daily

~Any and all corrections or grade changes, which need to be made to student transcripts, must have been completed prior to ranking. Changes, which were not completed prior to ranking, will not be reflected in the student’s grade point average or on the student’s rank in the graduating class.

~If you need help, please see your Guidance Counselor.

~Students are encouraged to take the S.A.T. ($45)/A.C.T. w/writing ($46) 2 times. If you intend on applying to a competitive school, you’ll also need to take S.A.T. II’s.

~Any student who has been in the U.S. less than 5 years should consider taking a TOEFL exam. See Mrs. Shayo for more details.

~The College Office will be open from 8A.M.–12:30P.M and after 1:15PMdaily. Applications and scholarships will be accepted during these hours. Applications and Scholarships must be submitted to the College Office at least 3 weeks prior to the deadline date.

AES Scholarship- $500. Students must submit an essay of no more than 1000 words on: Explain the importance of your current studies in today’s society OR There is general agreement that our economy is in trouble. In general terms, how much responsibility should be shouldered by the average citizen? Submit your essay to: scholarships@aesengineers.com. Deadline 10/6/09.
Alvin J. Cox Memorial Fund $750. Students must submit an essay explaining their decision to attend college. For an application, go to www.alvincoxmemorial.com/ Deadline 12/17/09.
Brooklyn & Long Island Funeral Directors Association Scholarship Fund, Inc.$1,000.Applicant’s must have 80+ average and submit a passport size photo, copy of your parent/guardian’s W-2, an essay on one’s future aspirations and answer questions. For an application, see Joanne in the College Office. Deadline 2/27/10.
CIA Undergraduate Scholarship Program Annual salary including benefits and up to $18,000 per calendar year for tuition, mandatory fees, books, and supplies. Applicants must have 85+ average & 1000+ M/V SAT (or 21+ ACT). To apply go to www.cia.gov/careers/application-process/index.html. Deadline 10/15/09.
Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation $10,000-$20,000. Eligible students must demonstrate academic achievement (85+ avg). For an application, go to: www.coca-colascholars.org. Deadline 10/31/09.
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute $2,000 Applicant must be Mexican American, Hispanic American or Puerto Rican and demonstrate financial need, depth of character, leadership and service orientation. There are numerous scholarships on this site. For an application, go to www.chciyouth.org.
First Freedom Student Competition $750-$3,000. Four or more books, academic journals, news magazines, newspapers, government documents or publications are required for research on this school year's assigned topic. For additional details, go to http://www.firstfreedom.org/ and click on the red button under Council News. Deadline 11/28/09.
Gates Millennium Scholars/Hispanic Scholarship fund Eligible students must be African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, or Hispanic American, have a 88.3+ average, have demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, extracurricular or other activities. For an application, go to www.gmsp.org Deadline 1/11/10. (For additional details on HSF programs, go to www.HSF.net.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund $1,000-$5,000. To be eligible, students must be of Hispanic heritage and have an 85+ average. For an application, go to www.HSF.NET. Deadline 12/15/09.
Horatio Alger Scholarship Program For students who have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, show extra curricular activities, community service, have a 72+ average, and a desire to contribute to society. For an application, go to www.horatioalger.com/scholarships/index.cfm Deadline 10/30/09.
HP Scholars Program up to $12,000. For Hispanic, African American, and Native American students who will pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer engineering, electrical Engineering, or Computer Science. Students must be planning to attend one of the five HP Scholar partner universities (North Carolina A & T, Morgan State U., UCLA, San Jose State U., or U. of Washington). For an application, go to www.hp.com/go/hpscholars. Deadline 3/15/10.
J Gloria Barron Prize For Young Heroes $2,000. For youngsters under 18, applicants must have demonstrated positive spirit, courage, intelligence, generosity, & high moral purpose. For a nomination package, go to www.barronprize.org.
Deadline 4/30/10.
JP Morgan Chase/Smart Start Scholarship Program. Winners receive: 4 years tuition at one of the following
schools: Barnard College, Baruch College, Brooklyn College, City College, Columbia University, Fordham University (Lincoln Center and Rosehill campus), L.I.U. (Brooklyn campus), N.Y.U., Pace University, Polytechnic University, St. Francis College, or St. John’s University; a paid internship at JPMorgan Chase and a stipend for books/supplies. Eligible students must have a 90+ average, 1000+ SAT (Verbal & Math only) plan to major in any discipline except: life sciences or fine arts. Students must have legal authorization to work in the U.S., have a 90+ average, top 15% of class rank, SAT 1000+ and demonstrate financial need. To apply, go to www.jpmorganchase.com/smartstart. Deadline 02/01/10.
Los Padres Foundation $2,000-$8,000. Applicants must: have 85+ average, be the first family member to attend
college, meet the federal guidelines for low- income families, be willing to volunteer 100 hours for community service, be a legal resident or citizen of the U.S.A., and be willing to attend a one-week college orientation program during
Spring Break. For an application, go to www.lospadresfoundation.com. Deadline 01/10/10.
The New York Water Environmental Association Scholarships $10,000. For applicant majoring in: Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering w/an Environmental minor, Chemical Engineering w/an environmental minor, Hydrogeology w/an environmental emphasis, Biology or Microbiology, with an environmental emphasis. For an application, go to www.nywea.org. Deadline 1/21/10.
Random House Creative Writing Competition $2,500-$10,000. Enter your original Graphic Novel, poetry/spoken word,
Fiction/drama, or personal essay/memoir. To enter, go to www.randomhouse.com/creativewriting Deadline 2/15/10
and 4/1/10 (for Graphic Novel only)
Ron Brown Scholar Program $40,000 For African American students who are U.S. citizens or
hold permanent resident visa cards. Students must possess academic achievement and community service. For an application, go to www.ronbrown.org. There are 2 deadlines 11/01/09 and 1/9/10. Student’s who submit their application by the first deadline might be considered for other scholarships.

Scholarship website resources

College Readiness Websites:
www.acinet.org, www.admissions.com, www.collegeweeklive.com, www.goddard.org/options/index.htm, www.learningleaders.org/programs/highschool.php www.monster.com, www.monstertrak.com, www.stats.bls.gov, www.bls.gov/oco, www.venturescholar.org

Financial Aid Websites:
www.collegegold.org, www.federalstudentaid.ed.gov, www.fafsa.ed.gov, www.finaid.org, www.hesc.com/content.nsf/HESC/About_HESC, www.finaid.org, www.makingitcount.com, www.mapping-your-future.org, www.studentaid.ed.gov,

NCAA:
www.ncaclea
ringhouse.net

Scholarship Websites:
www.collegescholarships.com, www.fastweb.com, www.ftc.gov/scholashipscams, www.meritaid.com, www.scholarships.com

Standardized Testing and Test Preparation:
www.collegeboard.com, www.act.org, www.ets.org, www.princetonreview.com, www.kaptest.com

Virtual Campus Tours
www.campustours.com/company/

School Scholarships:

We receive scholarships from various schools on a daily basis. Please come into the College Office to peruse our files.

9th Grade:
~ Select classes that are interesting to you, it will help in gaining a higher GPA. Interesting classes often motivate students to work harder, along with possibly finding out what kind of major you will be determining in the future.
~ Get involved in school academic programs.
~ Do school service.
~ Participate in activities. Become involved in a sport, club, S.O. in school or at a local organization/hospital/office, etc.
~ Attend Freshman “ROAD TO COLLEGE” assembly
~ Study for the P.S.A.T.
~ Every day, visit the www.collegeboard.org and www.actstudent.org websites and do the "Question of the day."
~ Visit the www.JohnDeweyHighSchool.org website monthly.
~ Talk to your parents/guardians about how to plan to pay for your college education. Look into 529K plans and other savings programs.
~ Register to take the Living Environment SAT II in June.
~ Consider your summer plans, such as: summer school, college summer program, doing an internship, volunteering, or working.

10th Grade:
~ Every day, visit the www.collegeboard.org and www.actstudent.org websites and do the "Question of the day."
~ Visit the www.JohnDeweyHighSchool.org website monthly.
~ Take the P.S.A.T. in October.
~ Attend sophomore assemblies.
~ Begin taking A.P. courses, at the conclusion of that course, take the S.A.T. II in that subject.
~ Continue your involvement with clubs, activities, and school service.
~ Volunteer for a local organization- something that you are interested in. If you're considering the medical field, volunteer in a hospital, if you're interested in law, volunteer in a politician's office, if you are thinking about teaching, volunteer in an after school day care center, animal lovers can volunteer in a Veterinarian's office, etc.
~ If you're interested in the world of business, consider joining Academy of Finance. ~ Start researching colleges, check out websites and go to college fairs. Familiarize yourself with the College Office. Introduce yourself to the College Counselor, Ms. Rattray-Clarke.
~ Take the SAT II in Earth Science or Chemistry, World History and Algebra I.
~ Make wise summer plans, such as: summer school, college summer program, doing an internship, volunteering, or working.

11th Grade:

~ Every day, visit the www.collegeboard.org and www.actstudent.org websites and do the "Question of the day."
~ Take the P.S.A.T. in October.
~ Take A.P. courses with S.A.T. II upon completion.
~ Make an appointment to meet w/Ms. Rattray-Clarke to discuss college options. Create a list of dream/realistic/safety schools.
~ On vacations, visit college campuses. Keep notes on each school (What did you like or dislike?)
~ Continue being active both in school and outside of school.
~ Get letters of recommendation from College summer program professors or internship employers.
~ Begin writing your autobiography and resume, have an English teacher check it.
~ Attend JDHS college fair, junior assemblies and Financial Aid Night (in December).
~ Start researching scholarships through www.collegeboard.com, www.fastweb.com, newsletters, websites, etc.
~ If you're fluent in Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean, and/or Spanish, take an SAT II w/Listening In January.
~ Take the SAT & ACT in May and June. If you need a fee waiver, make sure that you've submitted a lunch form. Student's who receive free lunch are eligible for an SAT and/or an ACT fee waiver.
~ Do a summer program or internship (Academy of Finance), visit college campuses.
~ Over the summer, study for the SAT or the ACT, whichever you scored higher on this year.

12th Grade:
~ Go to your Guidance Counselor for a credit check.
~ Continue taking challenging courses.
~ Every day, visit the www.collegeboard.org and www.actstudent.org websites and do the "Question of the day."
~ Make an appointment to meet w/Ms. Rattray-Clarketo discuss college options, if you didn't last year. Create a list of dream/realistic/safety schools.
~ Check the bulletin board outside of the College Office on a daily basis.
~ Meet with college representatives when they visit the College Office.
~ Take the SAT or ACT two more times this year in October, November, and/or December. The ACT is also given in September (the deadline to apply is mid-August).
~ Attend JDHS College Fair in October and the Big Apple College Fair.
~ Attend senior assemblies and Financial Aid Night (in December).
~ Get up to 3 letters of recommendation and submit them to the College Office.
~ If you are applying to a competitive college and need a letter of recommendation from your Guidance Counselor, you must submit a Senior Survey to your Guidance Counselor.
~ Narrow your college list.
~ Submit applications to the College Office in a timely manner, w/stamps. Be aware of deadlines.
~ In December, you and your parent must file for a P.I.N. @ www.fafsa.ed.gov
~ In January, file for financial aid @ www.fafsa.ed.gov and www.hesc.org.
~ Submit mid-year reports if necessary, w/stamps. ~ By May 1, make your final decision and mail a deposit to the school that you will be attending. Notify in writing or e-mail all schools of your choice.
~ In June, make sure to submit Post-Graduate survey w/stamps, so that we may send your final transcript to the college that you will be attending.

*You must have been a student in Dewey for at least 10 cycles in order to be ranked in October of your senior year.*