Rising Sophomores Welcome Class of 2019
Meet your Counselors Ms. Untoria: Grades 9 -12, A-G Ms. Lindquist: Grades 9 - 12, H-N Ms. Cox: Grades: 9 - 12, O-Z Mrs. Taylor: Dean of Students Ms. Deskus: SAP Counselor
How to get to 10th Grade - English I - 2 credits from either -Math -Social Studies -Science A Total of 6 Credits
Graduation Requirements 4 English (English I, II, III, IV) 4 Mathematics 3 Sciences (Earth/Environmental, Biology, a Physical Science) 4 Social Studies (World History, American History I & II, Civ/Econ) OR (World, APUSH + S.S. elective, Civ/Econ) 1 Health/Physical Education 2 Electives: any combination of: CTE, Foreign Language or Arts 4 Electives strongly Recommended in CTE, Arts, or any core area 4 additional elective credits Total: 26 Total credits
UNC System Colleges/Universities
UNC System Minimum Requirements 4 English ● 4 Math (Math I, II, III, 4th math) ● 3 Science ● 2 Social Studies (1 must be from US History) ● 2 Foreign Language (of the same language) ● 16 UNC Universities in NC to apply ●
Classes that are considered a 4th math for UNC schools Advanced Functions and Modeling ● Essentials to College Math ● Pre-Calculus ● Math elective courses (not a 4th math): Any foundations course ● Any AP Course (Statistics & Calculus) ● Intro to College Math ●
Community College and N.C. Private Colleges Community College Admissions: Open Door Policy ● For College classes, need High school diploma or GED equivalent. ● N.C. Private Colleges/Universities: Entrance requirements for NC 36 Private Colleges and Universities vary ● among institutions. Visit each school's website or call the school to find out the school’s requirements for admission.
Pull out your transcript
Check your contact info and make sure it is correct If incorrect please go to student services to request a change!
Classes you have taken Grades you Received
Credits you received for the class you have taken
Classes you are currently enrolled in …
Finding your GPA, Class Rank and Total Number of Credits
Example 4 Year Plan Sheet Enter the grades you received for each class you have taken. Star the Courses you are currently in. Circle the next course that you should register for, for next school year.
The Registration Process Process for registration: ● Everyone who is currently in English classes will be seen in their ○ English classes. If you had English last semester , you will register with the counselors in ○ the Drivers Ed room . You will receive a pass telling you the date/time of your appointment. Think seriously about your class choices because once they are verified, ● there won’t be any schedule changes!
Registration Calendar - Students that are in english THIS semester
Registration Calendar - Students that are in english LAST semester
Registration sheet - front
Registration sheet - back
Choosing your classes for next semester... EXAMPLE: ● 8 First Choice Classes ● 8 First Choice Classes ○ Core classes ○ Honors Math 2 ○ Electives ○ Biology ● 3 Alternate Classes ○ American History 1 Honors ○ Classes you will not be upset with ○ English 3 if they end up on your schedule ○ Elective- Career Management ○ Elective- Theater Tech 2 Make sure to look which classes have ○ Elective- Interior Design prerequisites, applications, or auditions!!!! ○ Elective- Speech 2 ● 3 Alternate Classes ○ Elective- Microsoft word and PowerPoint ○ Elective- Drafting 1 ○ Elective- Horticulture 2
Finding the Course Planning Guide Online Go to WCPSS.net
Finding the Course Planning Guide Online
Finding the Course Planning Guide Online
PSAT/PLAN PSAT: PLAN: Administered in October for sophomores Administered in October for sophomores The PSAT is an officially released version of a The PLAN is the ACT’s equivalent to the PSAT previously administered SAT exam The PLAN consists of 4 multiple-choice The exam is scored from a 20-80 for each of 3 sections: English, Math, Reading and Science. parts: Critical Reading, Math and Writing Scores from from 1 to 32. www.act.org/planstudent
Preparing for Next Year Early graduation ● Talk with your Counselor if you plan to graduate early ○ NC Scholars ● CTE Concentrators ○ Access to Rigor ● Encouraging students to take higher level courses ○
AP Courses AP courses Require you and a parent/guardian to sign an AP ● Contract Cannot drop an AP course once you are enrolled ● Be prepared to complete summer assignments prior to ● the class beginning (even if this is a 2nd semester class)
Student Athletes If you are a student athlete , please let your counselor know. If you plan to play collegiate sports register with NCAA Eligibility Center - www. eligibilitycenter.org
CFNC Account wwww.cfnc.org Make sure you create your FREE account on cfnc.org ● This website is where you will see high school planning timelines, research ● schools, careers and financial help
Curriculum Fair
Remind 101 Sign up for Remind Text Messages: Class of 2019: Text @wrhsrem to 81010
Counselor Corner The counselors are available on Fridays at Counselor corner (located in front of the cafeteria) with no appointment required. All students are welcome to stop by during their lunch to ask questions, SAT/ACT planning, college/career counseling, etc.
Class of 2019 Graduation
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