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Admini inistrati stration

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• Mr. Peter Johnston

Principal

• Mr. Tim Swinamer

Vice-Principal

• Ms. Lynn Campbell

Vice-Principal Stud udent ent Servic vices es

• Ms. Melodie Starratt

Surnames A-K

• Ms. Jan Fraser

Surnames L-Z

What is a potential graduate?

A potential grad is a student who has completed

courses or is enrolled in all of the courses which are required for them to graduate. What is a transcript?

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This is a record of student's marks that have been earned by the student either at Avon View High School, through summer school, correspondence, virtual school studies or transferred credits from another school.

How can I learn about important opportunities, bursaries, jobs, upcoming events, open house events, etc. ?

School Website under ‘STUDENT SERVICES’

tab– visit often!

Courses you must complete in order to graduate:

(Report card/powerschool credit count is NOT always accurate!) English – grades 10, 11 & 12 3 credits Mathematics – grades 10 & 11 2 credits Science – grade 10 & one other 2 credits Social Studies – one 1 credit Global Studies – one 1 credit Physical Education 1 credit Fine Arts – one 1 credit Technology, Math or Science – two 2 credits Electives – five in addition to the above 5 credits Total 18 credits dits Please note – no more than 7 grade 10 courses will be counted AND you must have at least 5 grade 12 courses.

*I *It is the responsi ponsibil bility ity of the student dent to assure re all cr credit it requirements irements have e been met.

Course drops and the impact on a student’s transcript:

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To drop a first semester course: before October 2nd, no visible impact on

• transcript. After October 2nd, WD (withdrawn) will appear on the

student’s transcript next to the course name.

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Last day to drop a yearlong course without a WD showing on transcript: October 22nd

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Last possible day to drop a course for 1st semester: December 18th

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Course changes for 2nd semester: Before December break Can I upgrade a course mark or repeat a course next semester if I am not successful?

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Unfortunately, in most cases, no. Many courses in the 2nd semester are presently full to capacity. The student would re-take the course next

• year. This can potentially delay graduation.

Work Travel/Exchange University College Military

 Locally  Away from home  Working holiday (SWAP Programs)

SWAP working holidays | english * We assist with resume writing, cover letters and job interview preparation. We can also help link students with the local Job Resource Centre.

 Travel and Continue Education: Rotary Club

Exchange (Meeting at noon in late October: TBA)

 Canada World Youth

Canada World Youth |

Government versus Private Schools Government Subsidized= lower tuition Examples: NSCC, Memorial University in NFLD Private School Examples: (potential higher tuition costs)

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 The student services office has some select post-secondary

‘paper’ calendars & applications –most institutions are going paperless and are available on-line. There are two computers available in the student services office for student use.

 AVHS Info Sessions during noon hours (beginning mid

September- Mid March) Several Institutions will visit the school in the next few months for one on one assistance. Please check the school website under: Student Services, Post- Secondary Visits to AV

 Open Houses: Many post-secondary institutions host students

to their campuses. Visit websites or call to arrange your visit. AVHS website has details.

 Book an appointment with your counsellor. We can

discuss at length your interests, skills and abilities. We can also explore schools and programs.

 On-line Career Exploration Tool:

Career Cruising www.careercruising.com Username: avon Password: view * Handouts with instructions available this evening

NOW

 NSCC is accepting applications on a first come first reviewed basis.  Most Atlantic Universities accept early applications but they base

conditional acceptances on your grade 11 marks and the desired average is usually about 10-15% higher than if you wait until later to apply

 Competitive Programs: Earlier is sometimes better but you still

need to meet requirements LATER

 Most students apply to university the second week of February

after Semester 1 final marks are on transcript. MUCH LATER

 Students who apply in the summer after graduation have been

known to get accepted but they have missed scholarship/bursary

• pportunities

**Check your email regularly. Failure to do so may cost you your seat!

Apply on-line (Preferred method * Please note: Credit card

required)

If this is not possible, please see your counsellor. It is the student’s responsibility to send an official

• transcript. Details are on the school website.
• Obtain transcript request form from student services office.
• Return to Ms. Church in student services office- allow time

for processing

• Pick up transcript in sealed envelope and send by mail

*MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS DO NOT ALWAYS TRANSLATE INTO AN ACCEPTANCE OFFER

a) Yes: Acceptance  (conditional) b) No: “Thank you for applying, but” letter  c) Maybe: Received application . . . must wait for answer. If accepted . . . BREATHE . . . but don’t relax…you MUST maintain or improve your grades!

 University

$15,000-$20,000/year minimum

• tuition and room & board, books

 NSCC

$2,500-$4000

• tuition

Private institutions may be more expensive than government subsidized schools.

How Will I Afford My Education?

 STUDENT LOANS

• available in May early June: takes 2-3 weeks to

process (on-line)

 BANK LOANS (Student Line of Credit- need a co-signer)  SCHOLARSHIPS  BURSARIES  AWARDS  STUDENT CONTRIBUTION (Summer Job!) --HOW

MUCH CAN YOU REALLY SAVE?

 FAMILY SUPPORT???

* AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS WHO QUALIFY * CRITERIA CHANGES- more readily available * DOES NOT COVER FULL COST- student is expected to make a contribution * AVAILABLE FOR MOST POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS- must be 12 weeks in length * FORMS AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET IN JUNE. www.studentloans.ednet.ns.ca * EXTRA INFO REQUIRES A LETTER

• FINANCIAL BARRIERS

• Highly Competitive
• Examples: TD Trust, Wendy’s

National

• Competitive
• Example: Hockey Nova Scotia

Provincial

• WAEFA- Windsor and Area Education Fund Association
• Application available mid-May from Student Services and on AVHS website
• Example: Windsor Home Hardware, Windsor Elms, Pothier Motors, etc.

Local Entrance Scholarships

Visit post-secondary websites for details

• 1. SCHOOL

 AVHS website under ‘STUDENT SERVICES’

and ‘MONEY MATTERS’

• 2. PARENTS’/GUARDIANS’/STUDENTS’

WORK PLACE

• 3. NEWSPAPERS
• 4. INTERNET SEARCHES

GRAD AD FEE E BREA EAKDO DOWN N (22 220 grads) Grad Folders $10.00/student = 2500.00 Lunch $20.00/student (family)

=

5000.00 Gown Rental $20.00/student = 5000.00 MISC. $10.00/student = 2500.00 $60.00 x 220 = 13200.00 *Miscellaneous items include: plaques/trophies, flowers, graduation paper, envelopes, frames, Lifetouch pictures for each graduate, Avon View lapel pin for each graduate.

Student Contacts: Stacia Dolliver

(Teacher Liaison: Paul Hanson) Yearbooks For Sale: Usually Nov & Dec in lobby *Limited amount for this year Costs: $50.00 ($55.00 for a name-stamped Yearbook) Parents: Can pay $20.00 if they would like to put a message (business card size) in the back of yearbook.

 Honors standing in High School – you must

have taken 5 courses in your grade 12 year or 3 courses if you are only attending for one semester to attain: Honors (any 5 courses 80% no failing grade) Honors with Distinctions (any 5 courses 90% no failing grade)

 SAT’s www.collegeboard.com

 It’s okay to ask and re-ask questions.  We are here to help!  WEBSITE,WEBSITE, WEBSITE!