College / Guidance Counseling
INFORMATION • GUIDANCE • SUPPORT
Helping each student at The Quarry Lane School find a pathway to success.
The Quarry Lane School provides guidance to help students navigate the college search and admission experience. To this end, Quarry Lane provides a comprehensive strategy that aims to guide and support students and families through the process. Academic planning begins in the freshman year and consists of these major components: individual counseling appointments with students and parents, visits by college admissions representatives and college information nights. Here's what to expect in each grade:
What to Expect as a Freshman
- Evaluate the student’s transition from middle school to high school
- Clarify The Quarry Lane School graduation requirements and explain the high school tracks
- Review college/university requirements, focusing on the competitive four-year college requirements (A – G requirements for University of California System and California State University System along with out-of-state public and private colleges/universities)
- Create an individualized Four Year Plan for each student whereby they can plan for academic success
- Consider summer school and/or summer enrichment programs (academic, artistic, athletic, etc.)
- Discuss current and potential Honors and AP placement
- Consider the relative importance of extracurricular activities
What to Expect as a Sophomore
- Revisit the individual four year plan
- Become more familiar with college/university requirements
- Explore college options
- Discuss the SAT and AP Subject Tests (enrollment in AP courses will determine if a student should take a subject exam)
- Continue discussing the importance of extracurricular activities including summer enrichment programs at schools and colleges
- Focus on SAT/ACT preparation in the summer before 11th grade; discuss options for times and dates to take the tests
What to Expect as a Junior
Focus on the college search process by researching college websites
Develop individualized college interest lists
Discuss and request letters of recommendation from teachers, coaches and employer
Receive “Brag Sheets” and College Handbook
Finalize SAT/ACT preparation and plans for test dates
What to Expect as a Senior
Follow up with college counselor regarding letters of recommendation and other materials to be sent to colleges, including essays, portfolios, etc.
Attend Senior College Night involving an overview of the college application process
Attend Financial Aid Parent Information Night
Attend lunchtime workshops on all aspects of college application process
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