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.
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.”
Check eligibility requirements and explore FAQ’s
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.
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.
Additional Online Course Resources:
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.”
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.”
Check eligibility requirements and explore FAQ’s
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.
Additional Dual-Enrollment Resources:
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.”
Check the EOS in your ACT Registration to increase your opportunities for scholarships and offers!
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.
-Source: Princeton Review
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.”
Opt in to Student Search Service® to receive free information about admission and financial aid from colleges, universities, and scholarship programs.
The PSAT is given to students in the 10-11th grade.
Additional Testing Resources:
Official Test Helps
Additional Test Prep
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.
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.”
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.”
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:
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.”
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.”
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).
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.”
Use this checklist to make sure you have all required information ready to enter.
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.”
Once you have registered your profile be sure to send all required records; and secure a spot on a short list.
