Tag: college applications
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The importance of college tours
When high school students start thinking about whether they want to go to college and where they want to go, chances are they’ll sign up for college tours. These are an important part of…
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Do students need to take standardized tests?
The senior class of 2024 preference regarding SAT vs. ACT. Based on the map, students slightly preferred the ACT. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia)
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Many colleges release decisions over the weekend of January 24
Many colleges have released their decisions, and Friday January 24, 2025 included some pretty big names, like NC State, UNC Chapel Hill, and the University of Miami. These decisions are only for those who…
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A Place at The Table is where everyone has a seat
If you would like to help support this non-profit organization you can come by for a meal or donate here.
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LRHS Seniors see November 1 deadline fast approaching
As November 1, the deadline for most early application colleges, approaches, many Leesville seniors find themselves stressing over their various applications. A common question under colleges in Common App is “preferred admission plan,” and…
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the countdown to college application week
This bulletin board is found between the main office and student services. It shows many of the colleges LRHS students have gone to, several of which participate in College Application Week (Photo Courtesy of…
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Writing essays for common app A major cause of senior stress
One of the biggest reasons college essays are so stressful is because of how much importance is placed on them. Students are told this essay is their “chance to stand out” and show who…
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Are college advisors worth it?
Advantage College Planning is one of many companies that offers college advising services for prospective college students. To further explore their services, visit their website at https://advcp.com/ (Photo courtesy of Valentina Fernandez)
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Are college advisors worth it?
College advisors, like everything related to the college application process, have their pros and cons. From one perspective, they offer specialized guidance to help a student create a more well rounded college application. However,…
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How to Prepare For the ACT
North Carolina is one of the few states that still require their 11th graders to take the ACT (American College Test). This is something to take advantage of as students don’t have to pay…
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FAFSA changes that LRHS needs to know
The Free Aid for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application for 2024 is set to open by December 31, two months later than the regular October opening. Students must complete the FAFSA to receive financial…
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Juniors will take the ACT in February
Students can use guides like the one pictured above to help prepare for the ACT. (Photo courtesy of Zach Barnes)
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What is the Class of 2024 Planning To Do After High School?
Seniors signed up to meet up with their counselors during the school week to see if they are caught up with graduation and college and what else they may need to do to get…
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Free College Application Week
What is College Application Week? College Application Week is when seniors in high school can submit college applications. According to the College Foundation of North Carolina, “…The event helps support high school seniors in…
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September Scholarship Bulletin
Each month, the LRHS student services team creates a list of scholarships for eligible seniors. This month, the UNC Morehead Cain Scholarship, the NC State Park Scholarship, and the UNC-Charlotte Levine Scholarship Program are…
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Attention, Class of 2024: Graduation is Closer than You Think
Class of 2024, welcome to senior year! We are almost done, but there are some steps to be take before we can celebrate. The information and due dates below are compiled to support seniors…
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Students Race to Finish Early Applications
As the early application deadline looms nearer, Leesville students are entering crunch mode to complete the necessary forms. Eva Marks, senior, started her college applications in August, but procrastination took hold quickly, and by…
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How to Have a Successful College Tour
School visits are a significant part of the college selection process, not only because they help students identify what type of campus is ideal for them, but also because they allow applicants to develop…
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College Decision Time!
College applications are done, acceptance letters are sent, and now it’s up to these high school seniors to decide which college best fits them. Seniors have until May 1st to make their final decision,…
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CFNC’s college application week
While many seniors are well under way in the college application process, those who opted not to apply Early Action or Early Decision to any college may now be beginning. And for anyone applying…
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Seniors of 2015 take on college applications
Several college application deadlines have already come and gone this fall. Seniors have been busy for many months in an attempt to secure spots at their dream schools. Some students are looking forward to…
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For seniors, it’s time to prepare for college
Fall is when seniors have to start thinking about their future after high school and the college they want to attend. As each day passes, high school becomes more busy and stressful. Beginning freshmen…