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Guidance Services
Counselor Alphabet Phone Email
Mrs. Mary Bergman A-C (708) 467-5813 mbergman@argohs.net
Mr. Daniel McCarthy (Chairman) D-F (708) 467-5808 dmccarthy@argohs.net
Mr. Christian Johnson G-Kn (708) 467-5811 cjohnson@argohs.net
Ms. Tammy Defazio Ko-N (708) 467-5814 tdefazio@argohs.net
Ms. Cindy Haack O-Se (708) 467-5812 chaack@argohs.net
Mr. Brian Schutz Sf-Z (708) 467-5815 bschutz@argohs.net
Announcements
Counselors' Summer Hours
May 29-31  9:00-3:00

August 5, 6, 7  1:00-7:00

August 8,  11:00-5:00
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Northern Illinois Field Trip
ACT Word of the Week
Exertion (noun)
Vigorous effort.
It was such a hot day that any exertion was unthinkable. One became sweaty simply thinking about minor chores like mowing the lawn or mailing a letter.
ACT Career of the Week
Quality controllers inspect and test goods to ensure they are produced properly, safely, and according to the appropriate regulations.

Core Tasks

  • Inspect machines and processes used to manufacture goods
  • Take samples of raw materials and run tests to check their quality
  • Test samples of finished products to ensure they meet quality standards
  • Quality control engineers develop, apply, and maintain standards for inspectors to follow
Workplace
  • Work for manufacturing and processing companies, government agencies, engineering firms, and industrial inspection firms
  • Work indoors in office or factory environments, though some may do occasional outdoor work
  • Most work 9 to 10 hours a day with frequent overtime and weekend work
  • There is some risk of injury from machinery or toxic gases
  • Some travel frequently
Earnings
  • $20,000 to $50,000 a year for most inspectors
  • $40,000 to $100,000 a year or more for most quality control engineers
  • Earnings depend on experience, education, employer, and location
Typical Earnings Range
$ in thousands per year
Education & Training
  • Many inspectors have an associate degree in quality control technology or a related field
  • A bachelor’s degree is required by some employers
  • Quality control engineers must have at least a bachelor’s degree in engineering
Level of Education
High School
2-year College/
Technical Training
4-year College/University
Attributes & Abilities
  • Good vision
  • Analytical and organized
  • Able to understand regulatory standards
  • Detail-oriented
  • Communication skills
ACT College of the Week
Northwestern University
 
Undergraduate Admissions Information
Number of Applicants
25,013
Number of Acceptances
6,552

Admission Options
Early admission option is available.
Early decision admission option is available.
Deferred admission option is available.

Application Deadline
January 1

Entrance Requirements
High school diploma is required and GED is not accepted.
International Baccalaureate is accepted.

Entrance Difficulty: Most Difficult
More than 75% freshmen were in top 10% of their high school class and scored over 1310 on SAT (critical reading & math scores combined) or over 29 on ACT; about 30% or fewer of all applicants accepted.
 
Undergraduate Application Requirements
Written essay or personal statement
required
Audition for music program
required for some programs
Letter(s) of recommendation
1 required
Transcript of high school record
required

Entrance Exams
SAT or ACT is required.
SAT Subject Tests is recommended.
SAT Subject Tests is required for some programs.
Online application is available.
New Transcript System
Parchment.com is a student transcript request portal and offers other tools to help students identify the colleges they want to attend.  Students can begin using Parchment by following these 3 steps:
1. Register with Parchment
2. Add their school to their Parchment account.
3. Request delivery of their transcript to any destination worldwide.

A YouTube video is available in the  "transcript" link under Pupil Personnel Services for students who need additional support.
Argo College Planning Night
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
7:00 p.m.
Fieldhouse
Seniors Attending MVCC Next Year?
Steps to Enroll

Step 1 _____________________________________________

Admission Process (Full-time students)
(Part-time students skip to Step 4)
Note: If you are currently attending Moraine Valley Community College or have completed an enrollment form or attended within the past year, you do not need to submit an enrollment form.

To enroll, fill out an admission form online, call Registration at (708) 974-2110, or stop by the Admissions Office in the Student Services Center (Building S), S101.

Submit transcripts
Submit all previous high school GED transcripts and college transcripts. If you are currently attending another college or university, have the transcript sent at the end of the semester. Graduate transcripts are only required if needed to show prior college math or English credit.

Each high school or college must mail the transcripts to Records Department, S103, Moraine Valley Community College, 9000 W. College Pkwy., Palos Hills, IL 60465-2478.

Step 2 ____________________________________________

Take placement exam
There is a college placement exams requirement for all new full-time students in the subject areas of English, Math and Reading. Part-time students interested in enrolling in an English of Math courses must also complete the college placement exams. To gain an exemption from the required college placement exams, students must submit a copy of their ACT (American College Testing) scores of 20 or higher in English, Math and Reading to the office of New Student Retention (Student Services Center).

It is the student's responsibility to go to the Testing Center, located in Building B, Room B101 for college placement testing. Students will receive test results immediately after the completion of the exams. It is recommended that student review www.act.org/compass to prepare for the placement exams. In addition, there is a COMPASS study guide at the circulation desk in the library (Building L) and in the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (Building S, Student Services Center). The placement exam can be taken twice before registration for classes.

Call the Testing Center at (708) 974-5309 for current walk-in testing hours. No appointment is necessary. There is a $8 fee for each test, which will be added to your tuition bill.

Step 3 _____________________________________________

Attend orientation
Orientation is mandatory for all new, full-time students. Students cannot register until they have attended orientation. At orientation, students will review their placement test results, as well as receive information on programs and services, educational planning assistance and class scheduling.

Step 4 _____________________________________________

Register for classes (Full-time students) Full-time students who have completed the previous steps are now ready to register for classes and can do so at the end of the new-student orientation.

Register for classes (Part-time students) Part-time students who have completed their enrollment form and taken placement tests (if applicable) can register for classes in the Registration Office, online at  http://mvconnect.morainevalley.edu or by calling (708) 974-2110. Students can call Academic Advising at (708) 974-5721 for additional assistance.

Several scholarships are offered through Moraine Valley. Visit the financial aid office for more information and applications.


Additional steps to ensure success at Moraine Valley
Apply for financial assistance.
If you need financial assistance, stop by the Financial Aid Office in the Student Services Center, S107, or call (708) 974-5726. Assistance includes grants, loans, work study and student employment, scholarships and more. Meet with a financial aid staff member to determine your eligibility.

Order textbooks. You can purchase your textbooks and school supplies at the Bookstore located in Building D. Bring along your class schedule and school ID. You also can check which books you need, get prices and order your books online.

Obtain a student ID. All students at Moraine Valley who are taking credit courses are required to have a photo ID. Bring your current class schedule and a picture ID (such as a driver's license, state ID or high school ID) to Building S, Student Services Center, Student Street, S100. You will receive your ID immediately.

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