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The North Forsyth High School Raider Nation Counselors present Junior Parent Night Class of 2019 Junior Classroom Guidance--Tuesday, October 3rd, 2017 Senior Parent Night--Thursday, October 5th, 2017 Forsyth County Schools does not
Junior Classroom Guidance--Tuesday, October 3rd, 2017 Senior Parent Night--Thursday, October 5th, 2017
Forsyth County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or gender in employment decisions or educational programs and activities.
▶ Qualifying exam if taken as a Junior for National Merit Scholar Program ▶ Juniors must register and pay to take the PSAT. ▶ The PSAT will be administered at NFHS on Oct. 11th. ▶ The state of GA pays for all 10th grade students to test. ▶ Great way to preview the new SAT ▶ You will receive a detailed score report that analyzes your strengths, areas of growth, and AP class potential. ▶ Online scores are available Dec. 11. Create a free account by signing onto https://studentscores.collegeboard.org/home to access your PSAT scores and individual score report in December!
➢ CollegeBoard and Khan Academy have partnered to bring an extraordinary amount of free, customized PSAT and SAT test prep to students. 8 FREE SAT practice tests to be exact! ➢ By taking the PSAT and linking your CollegeBoard account to Khan Academy you will receive tailored practice in areas where you scored the lowest. ➢ Khan Academy will link past scores (PSAT and/or SAT) to actual practice in preparation for the SAT. ➢ There will also be explanations for each PSAT/SAT test question which your student can look up based on the PSAT score report they receive.
Counseling Administrator: Tracey Winkler ▶ The Raider Nation (11th & 12th Grade):
▶ Raider U (9th & 10th Grade):
▶ Counseling Secretary: Ranita Christopher ▶ Registrar: Kim Grogan
Principal: Jeff Cheney ▶ The Raider Nation (11th & 12th Grade):
▶ Raider U (9th & 10th Grade):
▶ Athletic Director: Scott Tilden ▶ School Safety & Attendance Administrator: Randy Herrin
1. NFHS Counseling Website (NFHS homepage→Student Services→Counseling) 2. NFHS Counseling Newsletter (http://nfhscounseling.weebly.com/) 3. Twitter @NFHSCounseling 4. Remind 101: a. The Raider Nation Remind 101: Text @nfhsju to 81010 OR go to https://www.remind.com/join/nfhsju 5. Update Parent Portal contact information to ensure that you receive emails. 6. Check ItsLearning for NFHS messenger blasts.
▶ NFHS Unofficial Transcript
▶ Preliminary HOPE Transcript
▶ Graduation Credit Checklist
in May 2019. ▶ Junior Journey
▶ If you are missing one of the items, it could be for the following reasons:
⚫ MUST have SSN on file for NFHS to report final GPA to GSFC for HOPE. Call or email Mrs. Christopher (Counseling Secretary).
transcript upload to Infinite Campus.
received the packet.
*check with college admissions to be sure you meet the particular college entrance requirements*
Calculating your GPA when you have taken Advanced Placement (AP) and/or Dual Enrollment courses: Forsyth County adds a +1 quality point to your calculation. For instance, if you earn an A in AP Human Geography, then instead of 4 quality points, you get 5. A 5.0 is calculated for this class. Cumulative GPA weight given for on-level coursework is as follows: A=4.0 (4 points) B=3.0 (3 points) C=2.0 (2 points) Anything below a 70 is weighted as a zero (0). Cumulative GPA weight given for AP and Dual Enrollment courses add 1 quality point: A=5.0 (5 points) B=4.0 (4 points) C=3.0 (3 points) Anything below a 70 is weighted as a zero (0). HOPE GPA: AP courses and Dual Enrollment courses add .5 quality points, but nothing extra for earning an A. A=4 B=3.5 C=2.5 Anything below a 70 is weighted as a zero (0).
▶ If you have questions, please see your counselor. We strongly suggest that you review your preliminary HOPE GPA on the Georgia Futures website: www.gafutures.org. ▶ North Forsyth High School does not calculate your HOPE GPA and does not award or determine eligibility for the HOPE or Zell Miller scholarship for any students. Any questions regarding your HOPE GPA or either of these scholarships should be directed to the Georgia Student Finance Commission. ▶ Use the following spreadsheet to calculate your HOPE or Cumulative GPA: Blank GPA
“Transcripts and GPA Calculation.” HOPE GPA is NOT the GPA shown on the NFHS transcript.
➢ We encourage students to self-advocate by meeting with teachers at the first sign of struggle and/or concern. ➢ We encourage parents to check their student's progress via parent portal.
However, if your student needs additional help in a class, there are several options available to him or her:
1) Extra Tutoring Time w/ a Teacher
Each department has a tutoring schedule. These schedules can be accessed below. ▶ Career Tech ▶ ELA ▶ Fine Arts ▶ Math ▶ PE & Health ▶ Science ▶ Social Studies ▶ World Language 2) Peer Tutoring ✓ Our Peer Tutoring program is available on Wednesdays during Instructional Focus (IF). If you would like more information on this program, please visit this page.
3) Instructional Focus (IF) ✓ Instructional Focus (IF) occurs every Wednesday from 10:11 am to 11:51 am. Students are able to visit up to two teachers during the IF rotation times for additional help in a class. 4) The Raider Connection Center ✓ The Raider Connection Center is also available for student assistance on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00-5:00. This program has both peers and teachers available for tutoring. Students also have access to the computer lab and space to work on group projects. ✓ Transportation can be provided via the Raider Ride bus. Please contact Mrs. Waddell for details: lwaddell@forsyth.k12.ga.us or visit this page. 5) Raider Ride ✓ The Raider Ride is an after school bus that will provide transportation to students' home bus stop. This after school bus runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays and departs the NFHS bus lane @ 5:00. ✓ This is a great way for your student to stay after school for clubs, activities, study sessions, tutoring,
form, and turn it into the Media Center. Please contact Mrs. Waddell for details.
▶ On level ▶ Advanced Placement (AP) ▶ Work-Based Learning or Honors Mentorship ▶ Dual Enrollment
▶ Advanced Composition ▶ Pre-Calculus, Advanced Math Decision Making (AMDM), Statistical Reasoning, Calculus, Math
▶ Environmental Science, Earth Systems, Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics, Anatomy and Physiology, Forensic Science ▶ Government, Economics ▶ Language/CTAE/Fine Arts Pathway ▶ Electives ▶ AP Lit/Comp. ▶ Accel Pre-Calculus, AP Statistics, AP Calculus AB/BC, AP Calculus AB, DL Calc. ▶ AP Chemistry, AP Biology, AP Environmental, AP Physics 1, AP Physics C: Mechanics ▶ AP American Government, AP Micro/Macroeconomics ▶ Language/CTAE/Fine Arts Pathway ▶ Electives
▶ Teacher recommendation ▶ Waiver process ▶ Extra quality point (1.00) on cumulative GPA, half
▶ AP classes are an excellent way to try more college
▶ We offer 23 AP courses
▶ Consider current grades/study habits ▶ Consider strengths/interests ▶ Maintain balance ▶ Talk with current teachers and students ▶ Can I get into college without AP? ▶ Benefit of AP is learning how to study ▶ Join us for our Advanced Studies Night date TBD
▶ AP Literature/Composition ▶ AP American Lit Language/Composition ▶ AP Calculus AB ▶ AP Calculus BC ▶ AP Statistics ▶ AP Human Geography ▶ AP World History ▶ AP US History ▶ AP Macroeconomics ▶ AP Microeconomics ▶ AP Government/Politics ▶ AP Psychology ▶ AP Biology ▶ AP Chemistry ▶ AP Environmental Science ▶ AP Physics 1 ▶ AP Physics C: Mechanics ▶ AP Computer Science A ▶ AP Computer Science Principles ▶ AP Spanish Language ▶ AP Studio 3D: Design Portfolio ▶ AP Studio 2D: Design Portfolio ▶ AP Music Theory
▶ Students are encouraged to complete a pathway ▶ A sequence of 3 or 4 courses is needed to be a “Pathway Completer” ▶ Students can complete multiple pathways ▶ Some pathways require an End of Pathway Assessment
▶ Earn 3 credits in the
▶ AP/DE can also count
▶ Food and Nutrition (Farm to Table Program) ▶ HealthCare-Sports Medicine ▶ Horticulture and Animal Systems (Farm to Table) ▶ Information and Support Services (FOR TECH) ▶ JROTC-Marines ▶ Marketing and Management ▶ Sports and Entertainment ▶ Teaching as a Profession ▶ Web Development ▶ Agriculture Leadership in Animal Production (Farm to Table Program) ▶ Agriculture Leadership in Horticulture (Farm to Table Program) ▶ Animation/Digital Media ▶ Audio Video Technology and Film ▶ Business and Technology (Microsoft IT Academy) ▶ Computer Science ▶ Engineering and Technology
FCS Pathways Updated 8/10/17
Seal of Completion (Level I) ▶ Award: Seal of Completion on Diploma Seal of Distinction (Level II) ▶ Award: Seal of Distinction on Diploma, Pin at Graduation Medallion (Level III - Highest) ▶ Award: Seal of Distinction on Diploma, Medallion & Pin at Graduation Georgia Department of Education Diploma Seal (if applicable) ▶ See link above & on NFHS Counseling website. Applies to World Language & Fine Arts Pathways
More Pathway information to come as the year progresses. ** If you completed a pathway your sophomore year… YOU will need to make sure that all paperwork, forms, service hours, etc. are complete during your Senior year. YOU WILL NOT AUTOMATICALLY BE GRANTED A SEAL AND/OR MEDALLION. Questions? Talk with your content area department chair.**
▶ Build your resume ▶ Add “real world” experience
▶ Earn scholarships
Matthew completed the Engineering Pathway and is using CAD to develop products for VSI. He recently worked on a project for Disney Theme Parks.
Thomas completed the Manufacturing Pathway and is working on projects at the Chick-fil-a headquarters and the new Atlanta Braves stadium. Katie completed the Marketing Pathway and is helping design advertisements for multi million dollar pharmaceutical companies. Thomas completed the Manufacturing Pathway and is working on projects at the Chick-fil-a headquarters and the new Atlanta Braves stadium.
▶ A sample of Forsyth County Students’ current job
▶ Provides opportunities to earn credit at BOTH the high school and
the postsecondary institution
▶ Attend class on college campus ▶ Shorten the amount of time to earn a degree ▶ Paid for by DE funds that do not count toward HOPE hours ▶ 1 Extra Quality point added to Cumulative GPA, .5 for HOPE up to a
4.0
▶ Must apply to the college and meet admission requirements
▶ Must abide by FCS and college calendar (do not align) ▶ No communication between parents and professors due to
FERPA
▶ Interested? Plan to attend an Informational Night at the college.
▶ High School Required Core GPA of 3.25 ▶ You must present minimum SAT score of 970 combined critical reading and math with a minimum of 480 critical reading and 440 math, or ACT composite of 20 with minimum scores of 20 English and 18 math.
the reading section and a 480 on the math section. These scores will be converted to the old SAT equivalents to determine the combined Critical Reading + Math score required for admission under dual enrollment. You may view what your converted SAT scores would be by using SAT's Score Converter. The combined, converted Critical Reading and Math score must total 970 in addition to meeting individual score requirements. If you experience difficulty in determining your redesigned SAT equivalents, please contact a UNG Admissions Officer. ▶ DE funds pay for tuition/fees/books ▶ You will pay any course-specific fees, such as lab fees. ▶ Deadline: March 15th (Summer and Fall) ▶ UNG – Cumming Campus Informational Night: January 30th or February 1st 2018 at 6pm
▶ Nurse Assisting ▶ Criminal Justice ▶ Design and Media
▶ Interior Design ▶ Horticulture ▶ Child Development ▶ Accounting ▶ Welding ▶ Shampoo Tech
▶ Residential Wiring ▶ Design and Media
▶ Automotive ▶ PC and Network Tech
▶ Career Interest Surveys, job shadowing ▶ Check for schools that have program in area of interest ▶ Visit campuses ▶ Talk with admission reps at lunch ▶ Check admission requirements and freshmen class profile ▶ Begin test preparation (Which test is required? What score?) ▶ Choose courses based on goals for the future (Rigor vs. GPA) ▶ College websites ▶ NFHS Counseling webpage “Career & College Counseling” tab.
College Board Webinars, etc.
▶ Check HOPE GPA, learn more about the HOPE
▶ College search engine based on multiple, self
▶ College search engine, career & college major
▶ See “ SAT, ACT, Accuplacer, & AP” tab on the NFHS Counseling page for a side by side comparison. ▶ Register for either (or both) tests via www.collegeboard.org for the SAT or www.act.org for the ACT this spring. ▶ Check with your college(s) for the last test administration they will accept.
ACT scores for exams administered prior to the October 15 EA deadline.
▶ SAT Test Prep:
Academy to access 8 FREE PRACTICE TESTS and practice problems.
PSAT tests you have taken. ▶ ACT Test Prep:
scoring.
▶ NFHS partners with Sycamore Learning to bring discounted SAT/ACT Test Prep Seminars to campus. *Watch the website and messenger for details.*
Want to be a college athlete? Follow these steps: 1. Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center: https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/ . 2. Talk with your high school coach. 3. Maintain high academic achievement. 4. When being recruited, ask lots of questions such as; time demands, internship availability, team culture, financial aid, academic supports, tutoring, “work-life” balance, etc. 5. Ask yourself… if the coach changed, would I still be happy at my school of choice? If I didn’t want to play after my freshman year, would I still be happy here? If the team did not have a good record, would I still be happy here? Your high school counselor is responsible for: 1. Submitting transcripts to the NCAA; 2. Validating fee waivers when applicable. For more information refer to www.eligibilitycenter.org and/or Twitter: @NCAA_EC
Georgia School Averages * SAT scores below are based on old SAT test* *Use College Board score converter tool on www.collegeboard.org* School GPA SAT ACT UGA 3.91-4.17 1850-2140 27-31 Georgia Tech A average 1330-1490 30-34 Emory 3.7-3.97 2020-2260 30-34 Mercer 3.81 1210 28 UNG (4 year) 3.63 1117 24 Kennesaw State 3.22 1070 22 GCSU 3.26-3.37 1100-1240 23-27 Georgia Southern 3.24 1113 24 Georgia State 3.34 1053 22 Valdosta State 3.15 1050 22
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private institutions
www.gafutures.org
▶ Math Examples: Algebra II, Pre-calculus, AMDM, Statistical
▶ Science Examples: Chemistry, Physics, Human Anatomy,
▶ Language examples: Spanish II, French II, German II,
▶ Any AP or dual enrollment CORE course
For a complete list visit www.gafutures.org
HOPE & Zell Miller Grant
▶ Georgia's HOPE Grant is available to Georgia residents who are working
towards a certificate or diploma at a technical school.
▶ Full-time enrollment is not required and students are not required to
graduate from high school with a specific GPA, however, they are required to have a postsecondary cumulative 2.0 GPA, at certain checkpoints, in
▶ Students enrolled in an approved program may receive the SIWDG ▶ Strategic Industries Work Force Development Grant
Service Technician, Welding, Pharmacy Assistant, among many others
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