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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

• Post Secondary Options
• How it’s done at SC
• Soft Skills
• Testing Opportunities
• Junior/Senior Opportunities
• SATC
• Planning Ahead & Involvement
• Where do I go from here?
• 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

• 4 credits
• 4 years

Math

• 3 credits
• 3 years

Science

• 3 credits
• 3 years

Social Studies

• 3 credits
• 3 years

PE/Health

• 2 semesters PE for 1

credit

• 1 semester Health for

0.5 credit

Computer Literacy

• 1 credit
• 2 semesters

Fine Arts

• 1 credit
• 2 semesters

Oral Communications

• 0.5 credit
• 1 semester

Electives Includes: Financial Literacy

• 7.0 credits
• Equates to 14 classes

Minimum Credits to graduate = 24

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 Language & Comp  AP Literature & Comp  AP Biology  AP Chemistry  AP Physics 1  AP Physics 2  AP Calculus  AP Statistics  AP World History  AP American History  AP Government & Politics  AP Macroeconomics  AP Psychology  AP Music Theory  AP Studio Art

Only at the end of each semester

When do grades become “official” and go on your transcript?

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)

Testing Opportunities

PSAT-10 ACT 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

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-10

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  E-Sports  FCA  FFA  GSA  Multi-Ethnic Society  Robotics  Gaming Community  Book Club  Scholars Bowl  STUCO  Thespians  Tri-M Music HS  Photography  SADD/SAFE  NHS

Getting Involved

Student Athletics

 XC  Football  Women’s Golf  Men’s Soccer  Women’s Tennis  Volleyball  Men’s Basketball  Women’s Basketball  Men’s Swimming  Wrestling  VETS  Cheer  Baseball  Men’s Golf  Women’s Soccer  Softball  Women’s Swimming  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 With friends With family In specific classrooms At school Not at school Everywhere No where

Where do I go for help?

Class of 2021 Sophomore Principal

• Mrs. Heizman

kelly.Heizman@usd305.com Sophomore Counselor

• Ms. Young

andrea.young@usd305.com Counseling Website http://www.usd305.com/page/853