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Course Requests

School scheduling for re-enrolling students will open at the end of each round of enrollment.

Scheduling will RE-open for currently enrolled students June 6-10, 2022.
Please contact the Course Counselor for further help on scheduling
Newly accepted students should consult with the Admissions Director to be sure they are set up for scheduling.  Special invitations for scheduling may be sent out via email from the Counselor.  Please be sure to check your email for instructions if you believe you have such an invitation.

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MCA Online Scheduling Requests

How to Request your Schedules Online:

Watch before you request your schedule or open in another window to watch at your pace as your submit your requests. 

Contact the Counseling Department if you need further help.

Online HS Classes

JCCC "Excel in CTE"

Limited high school courses are available to MCA high school students at JCCC.  Courses are free for enrolled MCA students if selecting from the correct location.  Click below for JCCC’s HS Classes; select the current term. In the following form first, select “Online College” from the bottom and then ,search in the keyword field “SB 155.”

 

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JCCC’s high school courses

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Be sure you note that JCCC now requires you to have an Office 365 email with them.  you will need to set up a separate email account by contacting their IT Department at 913-469-8500, ext. 4357.

Online high school courses at MCA

MCA works together with other online schools allowing their courses to apply for high school graduation.  Basehor-Linwood Virtual School and Johnson County Community College offer high school courses for MCA students.

Student choices for online courses must be submitted to the MCA Counselor for approval.

Basehor-Linwood Virtual School

The mission of Basehor-Linwood Virtual School (BLVS) is to provide a quality choice to students who for their own unique and personal reasons need an alternative to traditional schools.

BLVS is a fully accredited virtual program in the Basehor-Linwood School District.

Enroll in BLVS

 BLVA’s high school courses and About page.

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If enrolling in BLVA be sure you note that enrollment is free if you enroll before September 18.  Enrollment after that will result in a $150/class fee.

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Dual Enrollment

MNU Dual Enrollment

“Area high school students can enroll in many of the General Education courses offered right at your own school. When you participate in the Dual Enrollment program you will earn high school credit and college credit.”

 

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College in High School

MCA offers dual-enrollment courses for students while they are still in High School!  You can earn full college credits (34+) while still in high school.  Our program saves time and money for students and families and increases higher-education opportunities.  Find out more by contacting us today!

JCCC "College Now"

“The College Now program provides high school students the opportunity to earn college credits through concurrent enrollment while completing their high school requirements.”

 

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Log in to MyJCCC

Be sure you note that JCCC now requires you to have an Office 365 email with them.  you will need to set up a separate email account by contacting their IT Department at 913-469-8500, ext. 4357.

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Testing

ACT

The ACT Test

“The ACT is a national college admissions examination that consists of subject area tests in: English, Mathematics, Reading, [and] Science… plus a 40-minute writing test…  ACT results are accepted by all four-year colleges and universities in the US.”

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To register for the ACT you will need MCA’s School Code:  171538

Check the EOS in your ACT Registration to increase your opportunities for scholarships and offers!

ACT-Aspire Info

The Aspire is given to students in 3-10th grade.

Standardized Testing

Scholarships opportunities and accepted applications rise exponentially based on student GPA and standardized test scores  (i.e., the ACT and others.)  Proper planning for post-secondary education must include preparation and success in standardized testing.

Should I take the ACT or SAT?

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SAT

The SAT Test

‘The SAT is an admission test accepted by all U.S. colleges, and the College Board— includes a Reading Test, a Writing and Language Test, and a Math Test. The SAT also features an optional essay component.”

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To register for the SAT you will need MCA’s School Code:  171538

Opt in to Student Search Service® to receive free information about admission and financial aid from colleges, universities, and scholarship programs.

PSAT Info

The PSAT is given to students in the 10-11th grade.

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ACT Boot Camp

provided by Sylvan of Shawnee

Working in conjunction with Sylvan of Shawnee, MCA  college-bound students can attend exclusive ACT training.

Space and Dates are limited.

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Testing FAQs

What tests are required for admission to college? When are they offered?

The great majority of colleges and universities require scores from one or more of the following tests: the SAT I Reasoning Test; SAT II Subject Tests, or the ACT.

These tests are offered at specific times each school year. MCA students are encouraged to follow the timeline below to meet all college deadlines:

10th Grade: October – PSAT (Preliminary SAT); February – ACT Aspire

11th Grade: October – PSAT (for National Merit/National Achievement Scholarship competition)

What is the PSAT and why is it important?

The PSAT is a preliminary SAT given in October and is used for practice before taking the SAT. Since students receive detailed information concerning their performance on the PSAT, it becomes an important study guide for the SAT.

PSAT scores are private and confidential. They are not sent to colleges. It is important to note that PSAT scores do not impact your chances of being admitted to a college or university.

Taking the PSAT in the junior year qualifies a student to be considered for National Merit and National Achievement Scholarships and Awards.

How do Colleges and Universities use my ACT Score?

ACT scores are one of the tools universities use when selecting students for admission. But they also use score reports for other purposes, such as course placement and student guidance. Here are five examples of ways universities use score reports:

  • Admissions. ACT test results – along with high school grades, academic preparation and extracurricular activities – help college admission officers identify which students will thrive at their institution. Scores alone do not determine admission.
  • Course Placement. ACT scores, academic background, and high school grades are used together to determine which college sections would be most appropriate.
  • Academic advising. College advisors look at ACT results, high school grades and classes, projected college grades, employment plans, and other factors to help students find the perfect fit for their course of study.
  • Scholarships and loans. Some scholarships may use ACT scores and estimated grades to identify qualified candidates. ACT’s unique score report also provides information about students’ educational needs, extracurricular achievements, and educational plans. Joined with other data, agencies can evaluate applications for both scholarships and loans.
  • ACT Writing Test. If students take this optional test, any college that receives their scores will also receive writing scores and comments along with subject area scores and a composite score. Colleges may review students’ essays to help them make admissions or course placement decisions. Go to www.actstudent.org/writing to learn more about the writing test, including the colleges that require it for admission.

(Information provided by ACT Media Relations.)

Should I take both the SAT and ACT, and how often?

Yes! Although some students’ SAT and ACT test scores are similar, there are a significant number who perform better on one than the other. Therefore it is in your best interest to take both tests at least once to discover which one best suits you.

The right time to take the SAT/ACT is spring and summer of your junior year.

We suggest taking it at least twice to ensure that you have achieved a score that meets your college admission criteria and makes you a strong candidate for academic scholarships.

What is MCA's School Code to Register for the ACT or SAT?

171538

Should I guess on my test?

On both the ACT and SAT, always guess! You are not penalized for guessing, so never leave it blank.

On earlier versions of the SAT, test-takers were penalized for incorrect guesses, but fortunately, this does not apply to future test-takers.

Should I hide my scores until I see how I do?

No.  When you register for the SAT and ACT you are give the opportunity to send your score reports to colleges for no additional charge. If you wait until after testing to send your scores to the college, you will be charged a fee for each score sent to each college.

You cannot “hide” certain SAT scores from colleges. The SAT score report sent to a college will include ALL of your test scores, not just the highest score.

For ACT you can choose to send only specific ACT scores to a college.

Planning

THE COMMON APPLICATION

Prepare Your Applications

“The Common App presents you with the opportunity to search from more than 800 schools (private, public, large and small), find the ones that meet your needs, and then add them to your My Colleges list – an all-in-one convenient place to track the work ahead of you.”

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College Planning and Applications

The most important steps in College and Career planning are what you need to do first. Be sure you are prepared by setting up Naviance and a Common Application Account.  It is also recommend that you link Naviance and The Common Application as soon as you can.

NAVIANCE

Plan for Your Future

“Naviance by Hobsons is a comprehensive K-12 college and career readiness platform that enables self-discovery, career exploration, academic planning, and college preparation for millions of students across all ages and around the globe.”

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Planning FAQs

How do I request a transcript for my application(s)?

If you need your transcript, please note that all transcript requests can be made via the students Naviance account.

How long should I give for requesting letters of recommendation from others?

Please give at least two weeks’ notification when requesting letters of recommendation or forms to be completed by counselors, teachers, or administrators.

These requests can be made through your Naviance account, https://student.naviance.com/maranathaacad.

My application asks me to waive some of my rights; should I?

Generally, if your application for admission asks if you want to waive your rights to see any part of your application after it has been completed by a school official, check the “yes” response, as recommendations may hold more weight with the college or university.

When should I visit colleges?

The traditional times for visiting colleges are spring and summer of junior year and fall of senior year. At those times, armed with college lists and a growing sense of who you are and what you want, you can be very directed with your time on college campuses.

However, a number of students have found it valuable to visit college campuses on a more informal basis during their eighth, ninth, and tenth grade years, sometimes on vacation, sometimes when they are tagging along while an older sibling conducts his/her search. Keep an open mind. Take special note of what you like and what you do not like about a campus. Use these informal visits as an opportunity to begin piecing together your picture of the ideal college.

Additional Planning Resources:

College Exploration
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Financial Aid

Begin Your Search for Financial Aid

“Complete the FAFSA® (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form to apply for financial aid for college, career school, or graduate school.”

Complete Your FAFSA Now

Keep track of Federal and State Deadlines!

Financial Planning and Aid Applications

The most important steps in College and Career Planning are what you need to do first. Be sure you are prepared by setting up Naviance and a Common Application Account.  It is also recommend that you link Naviance and The Common Application as soon as you can.

NAVIANCE

Plan for Your Future

“Naviance by Hobsons is a comprehensive K-12 college and career readiness platform that enables self-discovery, career exploration, academic planning, and college preparation for millions of students across all ages and around the globe.”

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Naviance Student is Mobile Ready

Scholarship and Aid FAQs

Important Scholarship Application Tips:

  • Return applications by the deadline.
  • List the most important activities, honors, leadership roles first.
  • Limit information to the given space but be comprehensive.
  • Type information, if possible. If not, use black ink and handwrite neatly without errors.

Additional Financial Aid Resources:

  • Students and parents can complete the FAFSA form using the myStudentAid app. Students and parents may download the myStudentAid app in the Apple App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android).

Collegiate Athletics

NCAA Eligibility

Register for NCAA Eligibilty

“You need to create a Certification Account to make official visits to Divisions I and II schools or to sign a National Letter of Intent.”

Start Your Registration

Use this checklist to make sure you have all required information ready to enter.

Collegiate Eligibility and Athletics

 

NAIA Eligibility

Register for NAIA Eligibilty

“The NAIA requires all student-athletes who have never played a championship sport in the NAIA to have their eligibility determined before they can play.”

Start Your Registration

Once you have registered your profile be sure to send all required records; and secure a spot on a short list.

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Secondary Add/Drop Form

 

MCA’s Secondary School Add/Drop period will open after the beginning of the school year; August 1 – August 21 is this year’s Official Add/Drop window.  Request received after this time with not be processed.  We are pleased to offer, as a convenience to our families, an online form that we will use to process all Add/Drop requests.

Please note:  Add/Drop requests require a parent login;  you must use your MCA Parent/Guardian email to log in to the form.

 

Are you looking to apply in MCA for the next school year?  Please begin your Application here.

 

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Need help?  Email the Counseling Department now!

The goal of MCA’s counseling department is to guide students and families through the college search and application processes. We begin with career exploration in the 8th grade to try and set the course for what area of study might interest the students. We work with students on course selection over their high school years to facilitate their goals for careers. With a wealth of college options available to our students, we try to build relationships with students, parents, teachers and college admission representatives to enable students to identify and attend best “fit” colleges in terms of opportunities for academic, spiritual, social, professional and citizenship development.

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