sophomore guidance fall 2014

On the Road to Success

My School Counselor Academics Personal/Social Career/College

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Question 1 - 10

Where is your counselor’s office located?

Answer 1 – 10

Student Services

Question 1 - 20

How many times can you come see your counselor a year?

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As much as you need to.

Question 1 - 30

True or False: Everything you tell your counselor is confidential, except if your safety or someone else’s is at risk.

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True

Question 1 - 40

Why do you receive a copy of your transcript at every Guidance Lesson?

Answer 1 – 40

To check accuracy of spelling, grades, GPA, and courses taken.

Question 1 - 50

What are the three main roles of your School Counselor?

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1. Academic – Learning to Learn2. Personal/Social – Learning to Live3. College/Career – Learning to Work

Question 2 - 10

What are the after school hours for the Literacy Lab?

Answer 2 – 10

• 3:00 – 3:50pm

• Anyone can go!• The Lit Lab is open all periods of the day.

Question 2 - 20

How many credits do you need to graduate from BGHS?

Answer 2 – 20

21 credits

• 5 credits for Sophomore standing• 10 credits for Junior standing• 15 credits for Senior standing

Question 2 - 30

Name at least 2 resources you can use if you are struggling in one or more of your classes?

Answer 2 – 30

• Literacy Lab• Ask my teacher for help• Ask another student for help• Get a tutor• Form a study group• Saturday School• The Hub (Arlington Heights Memorial Library)– M-F 3-9pm Sat-Sun 12-5pm.

Question 2 - 40

What big test are all sophomores at BGHS taking in April?

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IACT (Institutional ACT Assessment) which is a practice ACT.– Four academic areas covered: English, Math,

Reading & Science– Take this test seriously!

Question 2 - 50

Name 2 strategies you can use to get increase your grades.

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- Determine Strengths/Weaknesses- Set goals- Stay focused in class- Use assignment notebook- Monitor HomeLogic- Attend class everyday- Ask for help- Don’t give up!

Question 3 - 10

How many hours of sleep should you get each night?

Answer 3 – 10

8-10 hours a night

• If you are not getting enough sleep each night, you may feel more stressed out, depressed, cranky, and it may be harder to concentrate during class

Question 3 - 20

True or False: It is important for you to know your abilities, interests and values before determining your career path.

Answer 3 – 20

True

The people happiest about their chosen profession found a great match between their abilities, values and interests.

Question 3 - 30

What is the #1 reason BG students do not drink alcohol?

Answer 3 – 30

It is bad for your health

Question 3 - 40

True or False: There is a very low correlation between alcoholism/drug abuse and suicide.

Answer 3 – 40

False

Question 3 - 50

If you are feeling sad, anxious, or depressed, where are two places you can go to get help at school?

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• My Counselor• Outreach Counselor• School Social Worker• School Psychologist• School Nurse• Dean• Teachers

Question 4 - 10

What is a synonym of “Occupation”?

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• Work• Job

Question 4 - 20

True or False: You should already know what my plans are after high school

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False

Question 4 - 30

What computer program at school can you use to begin a college search?

Answer 4 – 30

Naviance

Question 4 - 40

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Answer 4 – 40 College and Career Center • Located on the first floor in Student Services

Question 4 - 50

Name two options for your life after high school.

Answer 4 – 50

• 2 year Community College• 4 year College/University• Technical or Trade School• Apprenticeship• Join the Military• Work