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College Counseling
College Counseling
CDH provides comprehensive support, education and assistance to students and parents throughout the entire college application and financial aid process. College counselors work to help each student determine their optimal "fit" for continuing education after high school.
Help is available every step of the way!
- Laura Nelson and Mitchel Reynolds, College Counselors
While the majority of our students continue on with formal education, some may choose internships, volunteer or athletic opportunities, gap year programs, travel, military service or employment. CDH strives to engage students and their families in this important decision making process.
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College Counselors
Students are assigned counselors according to last name.
If you would like to schedule an appointment with your school counselor, please contact the appropriate counselor based on your last name:
Laura Nelson - College Counselor (A-L)
Mitchell Reynolds - College Counselor (A-K)
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College Counseling Timeline
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- Introduction to the Naviance program (a web-based college/student planning site), in which students learn the Multiple Intelligence Gift.
- Pre-ACT 9 Test administered on All School Testing Day
- GPA and coursework check-in
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- September - October: Attend meetings with College Admissions Representatives in the Counseling Office throughout the fall as we will welcome visitors from over 75 colleges/universities.
- October: Attend the Minnesota National College Fair with over 250 colleges at the Minneapolis Convention Center.
- Take the opportunity over MEA to visit colleges.
- April: Attend College Fair with 100+ colleges, hosted at CDH in the Joe Mauer Fieldhouse in conjunction with Hill-Murray.
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September - October: Attend meetings with College Admissions Representatives in the Counseling Office throughout the fall as we will welcome visitors from over 75 colleges/universities.
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October: Attend the Minnesota National College Fair with over 250 colleges at the Minneapolis Convention Center.
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Take the opportunity over MEA to visit colleges.
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December: Attend “Post High School Planning” evening event for junior students and families.
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December - March: Attend Individual Student and Family College Planning Meeting with College Counselor.
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March/April: Take the ACT Exam at CDH.
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April: Attend College Fair with 100+ colleges, hosted at CDH in the Joe Mauer Fieldhouse in conjunction with Hill-Murray.
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April - May: Request teacher letters of recommendation
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August: Attend College Application Bootcamp (optional - registration required)
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- August: Attend “Preparing for the College Admissions Process” evening event for senior students and families.
- September - October: Attend meetings with College Admissions Representatives in the Counseling Office throughout the fall as we will welcome visitors from over 75 colleges/universities. (This would be another opportunity to link the rep visit calendar)
- October: Attend the Minnesota National College Fair with over 250 colleges at the Minneapolis Convention Center.
- Take the opportunity over MEA to visit colleges.
- August - October: College Application work time and meetings with College Counselor as needed.
- October: Attend “Application Workshop” with College Counselors on All School Testing Day
- October: Attend “Applying for College Financial Aid” evening event for senior students and families.
- October - December: File the FAFSA and/or CSS Profile
- November - April: Review your results (acceptances, wait lists, deferrals, denials), and financial aid packages. Apply for scholarships, file your housing application, and consider your options. Meet and discuss with College Counselors as needed.
- May: Make final decision on college attendance.
- Summer: If applicable, have your PACC credits from Saint Mary's University MN and CIS credits from the University of Minnesota, sent to your college by submitting a transcript request.
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College Entrance Exams
Many colleges will accept either the ACT or SAT exam if a student decides to include a test score(s) with their college application. Please do your research on each college/university in regards to their testing policy.
Students in need of testing accommodations/extended time for the ACT/SAT/PSAT/AP testing should speak with their School Counselor.
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College Rep Visits
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Resources
Naviance
Naviance is a comprehensive web-based resource that students and parent(s) may use to help navigate options and make decisions about colleges, scholarships, and careers. Students and parents have access to Naviance through individual accounts.
If you have problems accessing your account please contact Peggy Mansur at 651-696-3312.
Post Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO)
Students in 12th grade may apply to take courses at a college for both high school and college credit, once they have exhausted the CDH course offerings in a particular subject area. Please contact Ms. Katie Shead (School Counselor) for more information.