Great Hearts is committed to an individualized approach to college counseling that focuses on finding the right fit for each student. The emphasis of the program is on helping students discover who they are as learners and emerging adults. Throughout their years at Great Hearts Lakeside, our students learn to be comfortable in the worlds of both ideas and practicality, understanding the relationship between the two. This serves our students exceptionally well when selecting a college experience.
College Counseling Corner
PSAT
Students in 10th grade will take the PSAT on October 22nd. It is a timed test so please have students eat a good breakfast and arrive on time.
College Credit Opportunities
9th-10th grade scholars may now enroll in dual enrollment courses that will take place second semester. I am happy to meet with students and families to discuss the options in more detail. Click here for details about the 3 college credit opportunities 20252026 College Credit Options 091725.pdf
- Registration Link for Dual Enrollment Courses: https://greatheartsonline.org/product-category/college-credit/
- Although registration is available now through January 12, our goal is to get everyone registered no later than December 1.
- Scholars will be able to earn college credit through work completed in several of their regular Great Hearts classes.
- See this flyer for available courses, cost and eligibility. GHO Updated Course Flyer January 2026.pdf
- NOTE: For sophomores taking Economics now and planning to enroll in dual enrollment, please save all your work this semester so you can turn it in for your college grade during second semester.
- Parent Information night is October 22nd at 6:00pm.
- Students need to have a 3.0 to take dual enrollment courses. If a student has below a 3.0, students may request administrative approval form here. https://forms.gle/gb1tBEx7ZMcp1mge7
Beginning 9/24, scholars may also register for AP Physics 1, AP Calculus AB, and AP Latin exams that will be offered on the Irving campus in May.
- Registration Link for AP Exams: https://greatheartsirving.configio.com/pd/2823/ap-tests-2025
- Registration opens on 9/24 and closes on 10/24.
- Scholars will need to dedicate their own time to preparing for these exams.
The third option, CLEP exams, are always available for you to schedule, prepare, and take on your own time.
- Registration link for free CLEP Exams: https://learn.modernstates.org/
- Register any time, complete the study module, receive a Modern States Voucher, and take your test at a local community college.
Financial Aid Information Nights
Financial Aid FASFA/TAFSA Information Video:
This was a presentation for Juniors and Seniors, but anyone is welcome to view the presentation to start thinking about financial aid planning.
This is an upcoming financial aid presentation. She will discuss how to save on the cost of college.
College Road Trip
Please fill out this waiver for T Bar M if you haven’t already done so. https://www.waiverfile.com/b/TBarMCampsandRetreats/Workflow.aspx?stepid=3543ab28-0aa0-4f8b-a163-a5c47bc65644&eventid=90a17f20-caf7-404c-aa8c-d668d3d0dd30
Contact College Counseling
Please feel welcome to reach out to our GHLS College Counselor:
Mrs. Marjorie Culpepper: marjorie.culpepper@greatheartstxschools.org
A College Planning Tool for GHLS Families
Naviance is our state-of-the-art college counseling portal that allows students to search for colleges, keep a college list, sign up for college information sessions, build a resume, research careers, study for the SAT and ACT, and much more. All high school students have an account on Naviance. Please get in touch with Mrs. Culpepper for assistance with your username or password.
College Resources
Helpful links for SAT/ACT registration, interesting articles, etc.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Valuable resources for determining financial aid options and scholarship opportunities.
Helpful Links
RepVisits | Naviance Login | College Bound Tips
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