Sophomore Class of 2021 -Fall 2018 MS. YOUNG
What does a school counselor do? Social and Personal well-being Academic Career
Objectives: Discuss and Evaluate Junior/Senior Opportunities Post Secondary Options SATC How it’s done at SC Planning Ahead & Involvement Soft Skills Where do I go from here? Testing Opportunities Continue work in Career Cruising
How many reasons can you list? A high school diploma is important because … Think to yourself and hold that thought
College Graduate or an In-Demand Technical Certification High School Graduate High School Dropout
Post Secondary Options Four year colleges Community colleges Technical schools Proprietary schools Military Enter the work force
Do Do you u kn know w ho how w it’s done at CHs?
How many credits do you need to graduate? 24
How many credits can be earned each semester? 4
How many credits can be earned each school year? 8
Graduation Requirements English Math Science Social Studies • 4 credits • 3 credits • 3 credits • 3 credits • 4 years • 3 years • 3 years • 3 years PE/Health Computer Oral Fine Arts Literacy Communications • 2 semesters PE for 1 • 1 credit credit • 1 credit • 0.5 credit • 1 semester Health for • 2 semesters • 2 semesters • 1 semester 0.5 credit Electives Minimum Includes: Financial Credits to Literacy graduate = 24 • 7.0 credits • Equates to 14 classes
How do you figure Grade Point Average? Every A = 4 points Every B = 3 points Every C = 2 points Every D = 1 point An F = no points
Which classes are Advanced Placement? AP Statistics AP Language & Comp AP World History AP Literature & Comp AP American History AP Biology AP Government & Politics AP Chemistry AP Macroeconomics AP Physics 1 AP Psychology AP Music Theory AP Physics 2 AP Studio Art AP Calculus
When do grades become “official” and go on your transcript? Only at the end of each semester
Transcript Grades are permanent. Grade Point Average A= 4 pts. B= 3 pts C= 2 pts. D= 1 pt. F= 0 pts.
Enrollment and Career Cruising Once again, you are entering your classes into Career Cruising. Counselors will be using that, along with your future college/career choices, to develop your 6-year plan. (Individual Plan of Study, or IPS)
PSAT-10 Testing ACT Opportunities PSAT/NMSQ
PSAT-10 Who: 10th graders Where: At SCHS When: February 27 Sign up due date: December 1 in the Counseling office Fees: $16
PSAT-10 What Is the PSAT 10? The PSAT 10 is a practice SAT exam that debuted in the 2015-16 school year. It is aligned to the SAT, meaning it has similar question types and the same Reading, Writing, and Math sections. Its scores are based on a total scale of 320-1520. Unlike the SAT, which is designed for juniors and seniors, the PSAT 10 is designed specifically for sophomores in high school. As a result, its questions are not as difficult as those on the SAT. It's essential to know that the PSAT 10 is the same test as the PSAT/NMSQT, which is designed for both sophomores and juniors. In other words, all questions, sections, and time limits are the same for these two tests.
PSAT/NMSQ Sign up for the PSAT/NMSQ in the fall of your junior year Critical Reading, Math, Writing The PSAT NMSQT can qualify you for the National Merit competition but only if you take it as a junior and get a high enough score on it. High enough scores on the PSAT/NMSQT can lead to large merit based scholarships.
ACT ACT stands for America College Testing The ACT is a national college admissions examination that consists of subject area tests in: English Mathematics Reading Science Actual testing time is 2 hours and 55 minutes Register online, use code 172685 for SCHS Use a debit/credit card for the $50.50 fee, or visit with your counselor for a fee waiver if you qualify.
Your Future … Junior & Senior Opportunities
Junior and Senior Opportunities Early Graduation (submit application by December 1 of junior year Flex Schedule (apply by March 15 of junior year) Extended Study (college level classes not offered at SCHS) Dual Credit (K-State Polytechnic, KWU, Hutchison Community College, Salina Area Technical College)
Tech School Salina Area Technical College
Salina Area Technical College Auto Collision Repair/Machine Tool Automotive Technology/HVAC Business & Administrative Technology/Welding Commercial and Advertising Art Construction Technology/CAD Diesel Technology/Electronic Engineering Allied Health (CNA, Med Term/Human Body, CMA) Public Safety Pathway Prior to enrollment ~ Students must pass a required Compass Reading Test, achieve Junior status, have a good discipline and attendance record
Planning Ahead What should I be doing?
Sophomore Checklist FALL PLAN FOR THE YEAR AHEAD Stay informed and on top of your grades on the Skyward. Review your schedule to make sure you are enrolled in challenging and rigorous classes. Colleges prefer at least two years of a foreign language and four years of core classes (English/math/science/social studies). Start a calendar of important dates and deadlines Get more involved in extracurricular activities and begin to make a résumé of your activities for your college application. Go to college fairs & attend recruiter visits on your campus. Prepare for your semester exams
Sophomore Checklist FALL/SPRING Enroll in a variety of courses Challenge yourself academically Ask for help! Volunteer Visit the counseling website & read the daily announcements Visit some places
Getting Involved Student Organizations Environmental Club Robotics Tri-M Music HS E-Sports Gaming Community Photography FCA Book Club SADD/SAFE FFA Scholars Bowl NHS GSA STUCO Multi-Ethnic Society Thespians
Getting Involved Student Athletics XC Men’s Basketball Baseball Football Women’s Basketball Men’s Golf Women’s Golf Men’s Swimming Women’s Soccer Men’s Soccer Wrestling Softball Women’s Tennis VETS Women’s Swimming Volleyball Cheer Men’s Tennis Track
Getting Involved Student Leadership HOBY Allows high school sophomores to recognize their leadership talents and apply them in becoming effective, ethical leaders in their home, school, workplace, and community. Watch the announcements for information or see your counselor.
Where do I fit in? 2017-2018 survey
I always have someone to go to when I have a problem
I have an idea of what classes I’m taking next year.
I have an idea of what I’m doing after graduation.
I feel safe… At home At school With friends Not at school With family Everywhere In specific classrooms No where
Sophomore Principal Where do I Mrs. Heizman kelly.Heizman@usd305.com go for help? Sophomore Counselor Ms. Young Class of 2021 andrea.young@usd305.com Counseling Website http://www.usd305.com/page/853
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