newport high school sophomores 2015-2016 counselors: laura klein a – c heather erickson d - i...
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NEWPORT HIGH SCHOOL SOPHOMORES2015-2016
Counselors:Laura Klein A – CHeather Erickson D - IDiane Lindsay J - LoHeather Smith Lu - NiKaren Schulz No - StJohn VanderMolen Su - Z
* this Power Point will be available on the Counseling Website
PLAN for Today
Overview of 10th Grade Graduation Requirements Briefly Look Forward to 11th and
12th Grades College Information Practice ACT Questions?
Overview of 10th Grade
Not Freshmen anymore! Sense of empowerment and ownership of school More aware of class expectations and school
culture Starting to build study skills and ability to keep
up with homework in rigorous classes Some are thinking of future, others are not
yet Goal – empower and equip them to set and
work toward post high school goals.
10th Grade Overview (con’t) Challenging & balanced curriculum Strengthen study skills and advocacy
skills Get involved!! (clubs, sports, etc.) Practice ACT State Graduation Exams (EOC & ELA
or Smarter Balance) Naviance Community Service!!
Graduation Requirements
4 years English 3.5 Years Social Studies 3 years Math 2 years Science 1 year Fine Art 1 year Career Tech 2 years PE (9th grade plus 2 semester
electives) .5 Health 6.5 Elective Credits
40 hours Community Service2.0 GPAState Tests
23.5 credits
State Tests
Current 10th graders need to pass: New 10th grade ELA Exit exam or 11th grade
ELA Test Algebra1 or Geometry EOC or 11th grade
Smarter Balanced Comprehensive Math Test
EOC Biology
Other State Graduation Requirements High School and Beyond Plan (Naviance)
What is Naviance?
Our web-based tool for students & parents
We use Naviance for career and college research.It helps students…Set personalized goalsExplore career optionsSearch for collegesApply for scholarshipsTrack their admissions statusFind info about upcoming news & events
Naviance
11th Grade
Continue in rigorous and balanced program PSAT October – all juniors take at school Start researching colleges College rep visits (Fall), National College Fair
(Nov), BSD College Conference (Feb.) SAT/ACT/SAT Subject tests – student signs up in
winter/spring on-line Continue Community Service, Extra-curricular
and Leadership opportunities Access Career Center resources--- Ms. Worden Visit! Visit! Visit!
12th Grade
Set yourself up for a rigorous, balanced and strong senior year
Senior Blitz with focus on post-high school planning
College rep visits (Fall), National College Fair (Nov), BSD College Conference (Feb.)
College applications starting in the fall Retake SAT/ACT if needed in the fall (no more
than three) Access Career Center resources – Ms. Worden Celebrate Graduation!
What are colleges looking for? Rigorous and realistic coursework Extra curricular/leadership activities GPA SAT/ACT scores Personal essay Community Service Demonstrated interest Ability to work through adversity Letters of Rec (private schools only) Unique and Interesting Individuals!
College Entrance Test Comparisons
SAT ACT
Areas covered Reading, Writing, Math
English, Math, Science, Reading
*Writing (optional but Recommended)
Time 3 hours, 45 mins
3 hours, 25 mins
Math level Up to Geometry and Algebra 2
Up to Trigonometry
Free SAT test prep with Khan Academy through CollegeBoard.org – USE IT!!
Practice ACT
All 10th graders will take the Practice ACT on Super Wednesday, 10/14
Students bring calculator, pencils, erasers, water, and light snack for break
NHS Student Support Services
Tutorial Period Peer Tutors (sign up w/Mr.
Brown) Academic Coaches in the
classroom BrightSpace websites Outside Counseling Services Ms. Worden in the Career Center
Anonymous Reporting
Thank You For Attending Tonight
QUESTIONS?
Power Point available on the Counseling Center Website
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