Thursday, September 12, 2013

Exploring Educational Excellence Event

EEE is a collaboration among five elite colleges - University of Chicago, Brown University, Columbia University, Cornell University, and Rice University - who host joint information sessions around the country about applying to highly selective colleges and universities.  Representatives from all five schools will discuss the unique features of their respective campuses, including academics, student life, extracurricular engagement, financial aid, and much more.

They will be in the Boston area on Sunday, September 29th, 2013.  To RSVP, go to www.exploringeducationalexcellence.org.

Wednesday, September 11, 2013

Suffolk University Open Houses

Suffolk University is hosting their 2013 Open Houses on October 6th and October 26th.  Please go to www.suffok.edu/visit for more information.

Monday, September 9, 2013

Important Test Dates 2013-2014

The SAT and ACT have both announced their test dates for the 2013-2014 school year.  Please click on the link below for a complete list of dates and registration deadlines.  To register for the SAT or ACT, you go to the testing agency website and register online.  For SAT, go to www.collegeboard.org and for ACT, go to www.act.org.

The testing dates are listed on this link:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yd97VTpkAVkKI_TfzMEzbl19Cd3puzaOURlLrbg5jOA/edit?usp=sharing

PSAT Registration Information

The PSAT will be given at Melrose High School on Saturday, October 19th at 8:00 a.m.  The MHS guidance department is encouraging ALL sophomores and juniors to take the PSAT exam this year.  Students may register for the exam by bringing a check or cash to Mrs. Seelley in the Guidance Office.  The cost of the exam is $30, and checks are to be made payable to MHS Guidance.  The PSAT provides a great opportunity for students to become familiar with the format and questions seen on the actual SAT exam, and for juniors the PSAT is also used for National Merit Scholarship eligibility.  If you have further questions, please contact us in guidance at 781-979-2210.