Career Coach Corner
Raynell Siener is the Career Coach at Early College Option.
She is at rpcc 2 days a week to help students plan for life after graduation, whether it be a 4 year university or a different path (ex. Further Associate degree goals, military, trade school, Internships, etc.). Contact ECO's office to seek assistance in planning for your future goals!
Communication
Remind is used to communicate with students and parents. messages include scholarship information, ACT reminders, college application information, opportunities within APSB (summer programs, internships etc.) and more.
Class of 2026: text @career26 to 81010
Class of 2027: text @career27 to 81010
Class of 2028: text@career28 to 81010
Class of 2029: text@career29 to 81010
ACT
The ACT is a standardized test that most colleges use to determine admissions. Schools also look at your ACT test score for scholarships. TOPS requires an ACT score. (TOPS does NOT accept ACT super score.)
To register for the ACT, go to act.org and set up an account. From this website, you will select your test date, testing location, pay testing fee, request testing accommodations etc. (Note: If you are a junior or a senior and complete the paperwork and qualify for free/reduced lunch, then you are eligible for fee waivers to take the ACT for free. See Mrs. Siener or Student Services at your home HS.) You need to register about 5 weeks before the test date to avoid the late fee.
College Placement Requirements for RPCC-English (18) and Math (21)
Accuplacer
The Accuplacer test is given at RPCC to determine college placement for students who have never taken ACT or did not score the need ACT score in English and/or Math. The test is multiple choice. Your response to each question determines the difficulty level of the next question, so it’s important to give each question as much thought as you can before selecting your answer.
College Placement Requirements for RPCC English (250) and Math (263)
PSAT/NMSQT
This test is the only way to qualify as a National Merit Scholar in your Junior year (a sophomores may take it as preparation only). It provides a taste of what it's like to take the SAT, and it can help students strategize as they think about their college applications. If you are interested in taking the PSAT/NMSQT during your junior year, you must contact the student services office at your home high school in the Fall and pay for the $15 test. You can qualify for scholarships, including the highly selective National Merit Scholarship Program.
Scholarships
During the school year, I send out an updated scholarship spreadsheet each week via my Remind. The first tab is for current seniors and has the most listings. The second tab is for grades 9-11. Students can win these scholarships now and use them when they start school in the future. The third tab is a list of other websites to further search for scholarships.
Explore Careers
Summer is a great time to explore different careers. Learn more about what education and training is required, working conditions and environment as well as wages and earning potential.