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Scheduling Parent Information Night Mrs. Dubaich: Principal Mr. Sheaffer: Assistant Principal Mrs. Davidson: School Counselor Mr. Tomko: Co-Op Coordinator (certification in progress) Scheduling Process Teachers update course descriptions


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Scheduling Parent Information Night

  • Mrs. Dubaich: Principal
  • Mr. Sheaffer: Assistant Principal
  • Mrs. Davidson: School Counselor
  • Mr. Tomko: Co-Op Coordinator (certification in progress)
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Scheduling Process

  • Teachers update course descriptions for all classes and document posted

for all students to review

  • Students presented information about scheduling options and make

initial schedule requests via PowerSchool

  • Mrs. Davidson builds a schedule for each student
  • Students are able to review schedules via PowerSchool before end of

school year ○

Parents also have access to view student schedule via PowerSchool

  • Schedule changes and adjustments are made throughout the summer
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Graduation Requirements

  • 27 total credits needed, grades 9-12 (Biology, Algebra, Literature, Civics)**
  • Humanities Credits can be earned through: Industrial Arts, Family Consumer

Sciences, World Language, Band, Chorus, Music, English (units above those required), Social Studies (units above those required) 4 Credits in English .333 Credits in PE each year 3 Credits in Social Studies .5 Credits in Health 3 Credits in Science 1 Credit Graduation Project 3 Credits in Math 1 Credit Future Readiness 2 Credits in Humanities 8.17 Elective Credits

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Course requirements by grade level

Grade 9

English 9 (1 Credit) History (1 Credit) *Civics Exam Biology (1 Credit) *Keystone Course Math (1 Credit) *Keystone Course Business Pres. & Comm. (1 Credit) Phys Ed (.333 credit)

*Math: Algebra I (Keystone Course), Geometry

Grade 10

English 10 (1 credit) *Keystone Course History (1 credit) Science (1 credit) Math (1 credit) Phys Ed (.333 credit) Health (.5 credit)

*Science: Chemistry, Chem Com, Ag Science *Math: Geometry, Algebra II

*AP courses available upon administration approval

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Course requirements by grade level

Grade 11

English 11 (1 credit) History (1 credit) Math (1 credit) Science (1 credit) Health (if not taken in 10th gr.) (.5 credit) Phys Ed (.333 credit) Future Readiness (1 credit) Graduation Project (1 credit)

*Math: Algebra II, Pre-Calculus *Science: Physics, Ag Science

Grade 12

English 12 (1 credit) Phys Ed (.333 credit)

*AP courses available upon administration approval

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Success In the New Economy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bauDp4NdPK8

  • Kevin Fleming
  • This video is shown to all students in 9th grade. The focus is to pay attention to your strengths,

skills and abilities to choose a career that will be rewarding and successful. This doesn’t mean college for everyone but a post-secondary credential/training for everyone. Please watch this informative video and reach out if you have any questions.

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Career Planning- 9th and 10th grade

  • Smart Futures

○ Web based career exploration platform that meets all CEW State Standards.

  • Business Presentations and Communications

○ Requirement for 9th grade curriculum. Career exploration topics are included in coursework.

  • English 9

○ Career Research paper and Career Fair to display projects

  • Career Day

○ Yearly Career Day with presenters from our local community sharing first hand career information

  • STEM Summit

○ All 9th grade students attend a STEM Summit at East Pennsboro HS presented by Junior Achievement

  • Vo-tech visit

○ All 8th graders and interested 9th graders attend vo-tech for a visit

  • PCD Regional Career Fair

○ All 10th grade students will attend this career fair in Harrisburg

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Career Planning- 11th and 12th grade

  • Future Readiness

○ Required 11th grade class for all students

  • Graduation Project

○ Successful completion required for graduation ○ Includes resume, cover letter, completing job application and participating in a mock interview.

  • Smart Futures

○ Web based career exploration platform that meets all CEW State Standards.

  • Reality Fair

○ Presented by BELCO Credit Union for all students in grades 11 and 12.

  • Career Day

○ Yearly Career Day with presenters from our local community sharing first hand career information

  • ASVAB
  • Used as a career exploration tool for students based off the Holland Code Self Assessment.
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Vo-Tech Information

  • www.cpavts.org
  • Visit this website to take virtual tours of the vo-tech campus and individual shops.
  • All 8th grade students attend a visit and tour of vo-tech
  • Students apply during 9th grade school year (before Christmas break)
  • Online application, 2 teacher recommendations, attendance

information, GPA

  • Attend grades 10-12, ½ days in the afternoon. Academic classes taken at

Greenwood periods 1-4. Shop class and History taken at Vo-tech.

  • Students attend vo-tech for free
  • Industry certificates will be earned through successful completion of

coursework and shop task lists.

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Greenwood Pathways

Arts and Communications Audio and video tech & film Printing Tech & Graphics Communications Tech Performing Arts Journalism & Broadcasting Telecommunications Agriculture & Industrial/Construction Technology Natural Resources Food science Construction Manufacturing Transportation Distribution/Logistics Health & Human Services Education and Training Government & Public Administration Hospitality & Tourism Human Services Law, Public Safety, Corrections, Security Health Science Business Finance & Information Technology Business Management & Administration Finance Information technology Marketing Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM)

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Greenwood Courses Aligned with Pathways

Pathway Greenwood Courses

Arts and Communications

Chorus, Band, Yearbook, Spanish I/II/III/IV, French I/II, Pottery I/II, Drawing and Painting I/II, Art Studio I/II, Printmaking I/II, Portfolio Prep, Clothing and Textiles, Crafts I/II, FFA Leadership

Agriculture & Industrial/Construction Technology

FFA Leadership, SAE, Ag Science, Plant Science, Environmental Science, Landscaping and Small Engine Repair, Veterinary Science, Biotechnology, Senior Ag, Science of Plant and Animal Processing, Fish and Wildlife Science, Animal Bioscience, Metal I/II, Wood I/II, Basic Electricity, Electronics, Technical Drawing I/II, Architectural Drafting I/II

Health & Human Services

Chorus, Band, Child Development, Living Skills for the Future, Basic Sewing I/II, Consumer Foods, Creative Foods,

Business Finance & Information Technology

Yearbook, Accounting I/II, Business Law and Ethics, Digital Design, Exploring Entrepreneurship, Hospitality and Tourism, Marketing in a Digital Age,

Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM)

Ag Science, Veterinary Science, Fish and Wildlife Science, Animal Bioscience, Plant Science, Environmental Science, Biotechnology, Science of Plant and Animal Processing, Metal I/II, Wood I/II, Basic Electricity, Electronics, Technical Drawing I/II, Architectural Drafting I/II

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Internships, Job Experiences, Student Opportunities

  • Elementary school assistants: Students travel to the elementary to help in classrooms
  • Manufacturing technology pre-apprenticeships*
  • ACE program: Architecture, Construction and Engineering- evening program
  • Holy Spirit Health Care Careers Exploration Program: 34 programs explored for

students

  • Emergency Services Academy*: Daily program for juniors and/or seniors
  • TestOut IT certification program*: available for students on Tech Team
  • Work Release program** (currently Early Release, Late Arrival)
  • PCD program opportunities- Career exploration, field trips

*These opportunitites are still in the planning phases but will be implemented as soon as details are in place.

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Earning Certificates While at Greenwood

  • NTA (Student Tutoring)
  • OSHA (Mr. Clark-Small Engine and Landscape Course)
  • TestOut IT (Student Tech Team)
  • Social Media Marketing (StuKent-Digital Design class)
  • 10 Microsoft Certification (NuPaths Program TBD)
  • Heavy Machine Operator/OSHA (HACC Program TBD)
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Student Presentations

  • Nicole Hostler: EHP/Messiah Dual Enrollment
  • Nathan Swartz: NuPaths (CV High School)
  • Keegan Yeingst: Heavy Equipment Operator Training

*Please reach out to us for more information from these students about his/her personal experience in these programs.

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Dual Enrollment Opportunities

  • HACC

○ Student can attend in 11th and 12th grade ○ Online or on-campus classes ○ Must have B average and recommendation from administration/counselor

  • Harrisburg University (Mr. Ryan Korn)

○ Classes taken at Greenwood, taught by Greenwood faculty ○ Courses available: Advanced Chemistry, Chemistry, Physics, Calculus, Nutrition, Business Presentations, Marketing in the Digital Age, Digital Design ○ Cost: $100/credit ($300 for 3 credit course) ○ Enrollment deadline: November 1

  • Lackawanna College (Mr. Jeff Gregory)

○ Classes taken at Greenwood, taught by Greenwood faculty ○ Courses available: English 11/12, American History I, Advanced Biology, Accounting I/II, Hospitality and Tourism, ○ Cost: $100/credit ($300 for 3 credit course) ○ Enrollment deadline: March (second semester)

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College Planning

  • AP Courses/AP Tests

○ All AP courses taken online. Full list of courses in Course Description Guide.

  • Scholarships- for seniors: apply during winter/spring of senior year

○ Scholarship information on school website and Schoology.

  • Financial Aid Night

○ Fall of each school year, either at Greenwood or Newport ○ Plan to attend both junior and senior year

  • College Fair

○ Hosted by Newport in October of each year

  • PSAT, SAT, ACT

○ www.collegeboard.org ○ www.act.org

  • Military options
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College Planning Continued

  • 9th grade

○ Self-exploration, research, choose Greenwood Pathway

  • 10th grade

○ Explore, Visit college campuses, Job Shadows ○ PSAT

  • 11th grade

○ PSAT (National Merit Scholarship) ○ SAT/ACT ○ Visit schools, arrange internships, senior schedule

  • 12th

○ SAT/ACT ○ Complete college applications ○ FAFSA/Financial Aid Applications ○ Apply for scholarships

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Belco Reality Fair

  • March 31, 2020
  • All Juniors and Seniors will participate
  • Given real life situations based on individual career interests. Student will have to

buy a car, find housing, pay for food, monthly bills, debts and various other expenses.

  • Information is based on local (Perry County) living expenses
  • Volunte

teers ers need eded ed (plea lease se contac act t us, , if inter ereste ted)

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QUESTIONS...

Please contact Mrs. Davidson if you have questions regarding the scheduling process or any other items in this presentation. adavidson@greenwoodsd.org 717-589-3116 x1005