Mentors

Hey All,

Directions to AR Johnson can be found HERE.  Directions to Academy of Richmond County can be found HERE.

Below is a small list of reminders for upcoming meetings.  It is not comprehensive, but it might be helpful.  Under the documents section, you can find copies of a sample GA High School Transcript and guidance on GACollege411 accounts.

Mentor Reminders

Session 1

• Be sure to collect the student contracts and the pre-tests at the end of the session.
• Emphasize that the pre-tests are not graded for accuracy or completeness.  
• Ensure the students will have their GACollege411 account set up sometime BEFORE the third session.

Session 2

• Remind students to bring a copy of their TRANSCRIPTS for session 3.  They must start this process immediately after the second meeting at their individual schools because it requires time.
• Ensure the students will have their GACollege411 account set up sometime BEFORE the third session.
• Information reminder: Importance of standardized tests (SAT, COMPASS) should be emphasized.  HOPE no longer pays for remedial courses in college.  If students are in need of 3 or more remediate areas, then no eligibility for GA state institutions.  

 Session 3

• Discuss difficulties they might encounter and what concerns them about the process.  Stress the importance of problem solving for these issues. 
• Time management is a huge aspect of setting good habits and forming efficient, pragmatic study skills.  
• Handouts will be provided by Denise about admission requirements and financial aid to be provided to students.  
• Remind students to bring a copy of their ESSAYS for session 4.  You can have them email the essay in advance of session 4 as well.  

Session 4

• Homework essays will be reviewed by mentors.  Be strict with grammar, content, flow, etc.  Be honest and pragmatic as essays are essential to admissions.  Admissions are looking for reasons to FILTER applicants, and a weak admissions essay is an easy filter.  STAND OUT IN A GOOD WAY.
• Discuss essays individually during the session. 
• Last set of handouts will be provided by Denise to highlight programs at GHSU.

Session 5

• On-campus tours.  Let Denise and Jennie know about availability during this day.