Indianapolis Recorder, Indianapolis, Marion County, 9 August 1997 — Page 23

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Preparing Your Child For College

By Jena* Smith Recorder Intern College is a big step in children’s lives, although they may not know it, yet. Children should understand that attending college can provide them with a college degree with many opportunities in life. A college education can also mean greater knowledge and potential. Jacinda Rodriguez says she prepared herself for college by researching different schools and what they had to offer. “Every time I got information about college, I always read it and made sure which one was the right choice for me in job and academic fields,” says Rodriguez. To prepare for college, students should take challenging courses in academic subjects and maintain good grades in high school. “Take the SAT’s and the ACT’s in your junior year of high school and submit your applications to the university or college that your child attends in his/her senior year,” Assistants Director, Lenord Centers of IUPUI said. High school courses recommended for college include 4 years of English, 3 to 4 years of mathematics, 2 to 3 years of history and geography, 2 to 3 years of laboratory science, 1 year of foreign languages, 2 to 3 years of visual and performing arts, and 1 to 3 years of appropriate electives. In order to chose a college, parents and students should ask questions about the college’s specialties, the types of classes the school offers, and what fields students can earn a degree or certificate. ‘To pursue a college education, all students must have the basics down-pact. Be prepared for any college,” says Velma Wade, admissions counselor at Ivy Tech State College.

Another commonly asked question is what do students do when they graduate from a particular school? Most job placements rates are important for vocational programs. Examples of jobs requiring college preparation for two-year colleges for an associates degree are registered nurse, commercial artist, drafter, automotive mechanic, or dental hygienist. For a four-year college for a bachelors degree are editor, social worker, journalist, teacher, FBI agent, or an computer systems analyst. More than four years of college for various graduate degrees required are sociologist, lawyer, doctor, architect, scientist, or a zoologist. Another question most commonly asked is college cost. According toone financial counselor, many people over-estimate the cost of college or believe all schools are expensive. The College Board Annual Survey of Colleges for 1995-96 is a chart of distribution of students at four-year colleges by the amount of tuition and fees charged shows that 44.1 percent is the cost under $3,000.36.1 percent shows $3,000 to $9,000.12.4 percent is $10,000 to $14,999. and 7.3 percent is $15,000 or more. Other statistics show the cost of dorm rooms, books, supplies, transportation, and other personal expenses are added to tuition and fees, The average total cost of attending a four-year public college was $9,285 in 1995-96. The average total cost of attending a two-year public college in 1995-96 was $5,752. This included the cost of tuition, fees, books, supplies, transportation, and other personal expenses for commuter students, since many students who attend two-year public college live at home. To prepare students for college parents should help them make informed decisions about his/her education academically, leam about colleges, and find the best opportunities for a college education.

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year old liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist Church. She is the daughter of Gwendolyn Jones and Jesse C. Jones m. Jones is a 1997 graduate of Broad Ripple High Ripple.

Martin celebrates 20th anniversary Martin University will celebrate its 20th anniversary at a gala event at the Marriott, 7702 E. 21st St. Aug. 14. Founded in 1977 as Martin Center College, the institution began with seven students. Today, Martin offers 28 undergraduate and two graduate degrees and has more than 700 graduates. Honorary chairs of the event are First Lady Judy O’Bannon, Indianapolis Urban League President Sam Jones and Indianapolis Water Company President James Morris. Emcee for the event is Judy Waugh of WRTV Channel 6. Jones, Morris and Waugh are honorary-de-gree recipients of the university. For ticket information call Priscilla Dillon, at 543-3262.

Tunlsha Shaw Tunisha D. Shaw prepared to enter college this fall by participating in a Summer Enrollment Day July 25 at MacMurray College in

Jacksonville, III. She plans to study to major in pre-law at MacMurray. She is the daughter of Diana M. Smith. Shaw is a 1997 graduate of Broad Ripple high School. Will Robinson be IPS teacher of the year? Carol P. Robinson, a special education teacher at George Buck Middle School, has been selected to be the Indianapolis Public Schools 1997 Teacher of the Year by a panel of six judges. Her name and credentials will be forwarded to the State Superintendent of Public Instruction to be considered for the Indiana Teacher of the year. V - ' Ivy Tech hosts success seminars Ivy Tech State College-Central Indiana has scheduled Success Seminars at its Indianapolis campus, One W. 26th St., Saturday Aug. 9 through Aug. 14 and Aug. 22. To register call 921-4800.

Recovery Through Christ Ministries is hosting a bus trip to Tampa, Fbrida to attend the T. D. Jakes Conference Woman Thou Art Loosed! October 30th through November 1st £250.00* Package Includes: Preferred seating at conference, meals and hotel accommodations. *based on double occupancy

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For more Information call: Recovery Through Christ Ministries @ 470-8245

Carla Jones Caria D. Jones prepared to enter college this fall by participating in a Summer Enrollment Day July 25 at MacMurray College in Jacksonville, 111. She plans to major in pre-physi-cal therapy at MacMurray, a 150

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Growing not for-profit health care aaaociation seeks highly motivated and experienced Executive Director. Thia individual will be responsible for implementing Board directives and organizational workplan/goals, and advocating on behalf of the medically underserved. Candidate will have a Masters degree in health related field or business administration with a minimum of three years management experience, preferably in health care financing and administration. Candidate must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Competitive salary and benefita package. mail r**ume fry August ISth to: IPHCA 1006 E. Washington St., Suite 200 Indianapolis, IN 46202

WARREN CENTRAL ATHLETICS TICKETS PRICES Single event ticket prices are set by the Principals of Marion county and the MIC conference. In most cases admission prices for area schools are $4.00 for varsity football, boys and girls basketball; $3.00 for Soccer, Volleyball and Wrestling; $2.00 for Gymnastics, Baseball, Softball. Swimming and all freshman and reserve contest., Warren Central offers special passes for the following categories:

Student All-Sport Passes: Adult Ail-Sport Passes: Letter Winner Passes:

Family Admission (mother, father, children)

$25.00 for the school year $35.00 tor the school year $10.00 for the school year

$10.00 per contest

Al passes are good for ad home contests, excluding Marion county and IHSAA events. Passes have a face value of $400.00 If each home event is attached. They are non-replaceable and non-refund able and can be used only by the named person on the pass. Letterman passes can be, purchased by studentathletes who are presently students and have won a varsity letter. Passes win be available for purchase when students pick up their schedules on Sunday, August 10, Monday. August 11 and Tuesday, August 12.1997. Passes can also be purchased at the Athletic Office at warren at any time during school hours.

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