Warwick Explore life after graduation at Warwick Valley High School’s Post High School Planning Night on April 24

Students and their parents can explore post-graduation opportunities at Warwick Valley High School’s Post-High School Planning Night on Wednesday, April 24, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the high school auditorium.
There will be workshops, resources and plenty of experts on hand. The event is open to students in grades 9-11, parents and guardians from Warwick Valley and neighboring high schools.
Workshops will include:
• Common application/college visit process
Presenter: Olivia Druckrey, Sacred Heart University
How to navigate the common app, prepare for college visits, and how to make the most of them.
• Four-year SUNYs
Presenter: Paige Olscamp, SUNY New Paltz, Asst. Director of Admissions
Learn about four-year SUNY schools and the application process.
• NCAA eligibility process
Presenters: Greg Sirico, Warwick Valley Athletic Director; Mary Fox, Warwick Valley High School Guidance Director
Student-athletes preparing to enroll in a Division I or Division II school need to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center to ensure they have met amateurism standards and are academically prepared for college work.
• Options for students with disabilities
Presenters: Colleen Long, Senior VR Counselor, ACCES-VR, Karen Moody, OPWDD
Transitioning services for students with disabilities. Post-secondary education and employment options. Eligibility options and overview of services provided by ACCES-VR and OPWDD.
• Naviance
Presenters: High School Counselors
Naviance is a comprehensive college and career readiness solution that helps districts and schools align student strengths and interests to postsecondary goals. Learn to navigate and utilize Naviance.
• Two-year SUNYs
Presenter: Maynard Schmidt, SUNY Orange
Learn about two-year SUNY schools, transfer options, and how to plan your courses to maximize credit acceptance at a transfer college
• Non-traditional paths
Presenter: Annette Calderon, Lincoln Tech
Learn about non-traditional paths for students after graduation, including employment and career and technical education.
Register
Pre-register by email at HSguidance@wvcsd.org or call 845-987-3050, ext. 12600.