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WELCOME PARENTS. CLASS OF. 2011. Tonight’s Objectives. Understand the requirements for successfully completing high school. Begin thinking about plans after high school. Know where and when to begin the process for post high school/college entry. NEED TO KNOW:. Matt Bolinger - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
WELCOME PARENTS
2011
CLASS OF
1. Understand the requirements for successfully completing high school.
2. Begin thinking about plans after high school.
3. Know where and when to begin the process for post high school/college entry.
Tonight’s Objectives
Matt Bolinger◦ 11th Grade Principal◦ 13th year in Education – 1st in Goose Creek◦ Lee Grad
Kristi Elliott◦ 11th grade Counselor◦ 17th year in education - 2nd in Goose Creek◦ Sterling Grad – Lee College
Connie Whiddon◦ 11th Grade Secretary◦ 14th year in Goose Creek◦ Sterling Grad
Lisa Reasoner◦ College/Career Center - SCHOLARSHIPS◦ 12th year in Goose Creek◦ Lee Grad – Lee College
NEED TO KNOW:
Curriculum Area Recommended Program Distinguished Achievement Program
English 4 credits 4 credits
Mathematics 4 credits (including Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II)
4 credits(including Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II)
Science 4 credits 4 credits
Social Studies 4 credits(incl. Biology, Chemistry, and Physics)
4 credits(incl. Biology, Chemistry, and Physics)
Other Languages 2 credits (same language) 3 credits (same language)
Physical Education 1 ½ credits 1 ½ credits
Health ½ credit ½ credit
Speech ½ credit (Communication Application) ½ credit (Communication Application)
Technology 1 credit 1 credit
Fine Arts 1 credit 1 credit
Electives 3 ½ credits 2 ½ credits
Advanced Measures p. 14 None 4 advanced measures
Total Credits 26 credits 26 credits
State Exams TAKS TAKS
GCCISD Graduation RequirementsRequired for student entering Grade 9 after to 2007-2008
Earn credit for High School and College
◦ Lee College TAKS (2200 on subj. area or ACCUPLACER in subj.
area) www.applytexas.org $101 for up to 6 hrs
◦ TXVN – Texas Virtual Schools Network TAKS SCORES (2200 on math and ELA, 3 on writing)
PSAT, SAT, ACT www.stateu.com FREE
Dual Credit
English 1301 or 2322 (= Eng 4) Government – 2301 AND 2302 Economics Math – Indp. studies, calculus Science – Enviro, anatomy/physiology, bio, chem, physics Electives
◦ Psychology◦ Sociology◦ Cultural topics◦ Creative writing◦ Communication applications◦ Journalism◦ BCIS◦ Electrical trades, Petro Chemical Processing, CISCO, Const.
Engineering Technology, Professional Office Technology◦ American Sign Language
APPROVED COURSE LIST LC
On-Line or in Classroom
www.Lee.edu
English 3 and 4 Algebra 2 and Indep Study Biology, Chem, Physics, Astronomy US History, Special Topics in SS Government Economics Indep study in technology Electives
◦ Art appreciation, music appreciation, world lit, etc…
Texas Virtual School Courses www.Stateu.co
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All On-Line
How many Texans (25 and older) hold a bachelor’s degree or higher?
Average annual income for a person with a high school diploma is approximately…
…with an associate’s degree, approximately
…with a bachelor’s degree, approximately
*Based on the latest available statistics (2006)
Data: Predict the answers…
About 25%
$31,000
$39,000
$56,000
New Jobs Require Higher Level Education
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0.00
1.00
2.00
3.00
4.00
5.00
6.00
7.00 Less than HighSchool--(-.4M jobs)
High School -- +.1 jobs
Some College-- +2.4 M jobs
2 Year Academic--+2.2 M jobs
2 year Technical--+2.6 M jobs
4 Year Degree-- +6.4 M jobs
Slide adapted from presentation given by Steve Gunderson of the Graystone Group, March 2004
Your student’s strengths and weakness◦ Both academic and work habits
Analyze their interests and values◦ Interest inventories, passion, CATE, part-time job
Prepare for a career and expand your learning◦ Start at an associates, or bachelors, plan for a Ph. D.
Extracurricular activities and social life
Influence of family and friends
Consider this……….
www.careerclusters.org
16 Career Clusters
Size Courses of Study Location Cost/Scholarships Admission
Requirements for Freshman, transfer
VISIT to help find the “Right Fit”
Facilities & Technology
Athletic & ExtracurricularPrograms
Location Religious
Affiliation
Where do I want to go??
www.collegeforalltexans.com
www.collegeboard.com
www.act.org
College / Post-Secondary Plan
Register for college entrance exams (SAT & ACT)
Look at admission requirements
Start keeping a portfolio
Scholarships – beginning of Sr. year
Attend College Night◦ When: December 2, 2009, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.◦ Where: Goose Creek Memorial High School
Checklist for Juniors
www.collegeboard.com
2009 – 2010 SAT Testing Dates2009-10
Test DatesTests Offered Regular Registration Deadline
(postmark/submit by)
October 10, 2009 SAT & Subject Tests September 9, 2009
November 7, 2009 SAT & Subject Tests October 1, 2009
December 5, 2009 SAT & Subject Tests October 30, 2009
January 23, 2010 SAT & Subject Tests December 15, 2009
March 13, 2010 SAT only February 4, 2010
May 1, 2010 SAT & Subject Tests March 25, 2010
June 5, 2010 SAT & Subject Tests April 29, 2010
www.act.org
2009 – 2010 ACT Testing DatesTest Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required)
September 12, 2009* August 7, 2009 August 8 – 21, 2009
October 24, 2009 September 18, 2009 September 19 – October 2, 2009
December 12, 2009 November 6, 2009 November 7 – 20, 2009
February 6, 2010** January 5, 2010 January 6 – 15, 2010
April 10, 2010 March 5, 2010 March 6 – 19, 2010
June 12, 2010 May 7, 2010 May 8 – 21, 2010
It is a way of collecting and organizing academic, extracurricular and job-related experiences.
This information is used for applications for colleges, scholarships and employment.
The portfolio is designed to keep your information organized and in one place.
Why Keep a Portfolio?
Personal Information◦ Birth certificate, ss#, TDL#, immunization record, income tax returns
Academic Information◦ Transcript, test scores, academic recognition, teacher recommendations,
academic camps, reflections on the types of classes that were most interesting
Extracurricular Activities◦ Awards, certificates, clubs/organizations, leadership roles, travel
Job History/Community Service◦ Church/Service projects, letters of thanks, resume, letters of
recommendation, responsibilities, performance evaluations,
Resources◦ Scholarships , college info, college visit log
What Goes in a Portfolio?
Goose Creek Memorial High SchoolGeneral Scholarship List
Due Date $ Amount Where to Submit Criteria
Bay Area Chorus 2/1/2010 (2) $1,000 www.bayareachorus.org/scholarship/scholarship.html student planning to major in vocal performance or vocal
music education
Best Buy @ 15 1/1/2010 (1,000) $1,500 www.bestbuy.com/scholarships 9-12 grade students living in the U.S. & Puerto Rico are
eligible to apply Charles, Lela and Mary Slough Foundation Scholarship
1/1/2010 $5,000 www.midland.edu/admissions/aid/forms/slough.pdf 3.0 GPA or higher; U.S. Citizen; Texas resident
Coca-Cola Share the Dream 10/31/2009 varies www.coca-colascholars.org Senior must apply online. If chosen as a semifinalist
must then complete a secondary application.
C.W. Conn Sr. Memorial Scholarship
2/1/2010 www.dept.lamar.edu/advancement/scholarships/all.aspseeking 4 yr degree in college of business; SAT 900 or betterACT 20 or better
Elks National Foundation 11/2/2009 $4,000 - $60,000 www.elks.org/career center any high school Senior who is a U.S. citizen is eligible.
Gates Millennium Scholars Program 1/11/2010 varies www.gmsp.org must be african american, american indian/alaska native,
asian pacific islander american or Hispanic American; are a citizen of the US; GPA of at least 3.3
George and Marh Josephine Hamman Foundation 2/26/2010 (70) $15,000 www.HammanFoundation.org based on financial need and academic achievement
Goss-Michael Foundation 3/31/2010 5,000 www.gossmichaelfoundation.org seniors pursuing a degree in visual arts
www.gccisd.net
College for Texans◦ www.collegefortexans.com
Resources for College Search and Admissions:◦ www.collegeboard.com -- The College Board◦ www.actstudent.org -- ACT◦ www.learningexpresslibrary.com -- Learning Express Library for ACT/SAT test preparation◦ www.number2.com -- Free ACT/SAT test preparation◦ www.commonapp.org -- Common Application
Resources for Financial Aid:◦ www.college.gov -- Information for students and parents◦ www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov -- Gives early predictor of financial aid◦ www.pin.ed.gov -- Apply for student and parent PIN’s◦ www.fafsa.ed.gov -- File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid◦ www.collegeboard.com -- Instructions, demo and general information about the CSS Profile◦ www.ncaaclearinghouse.net -- Information on NCAA eligibility requirements and how to register◦ www.finaid.org -- Information on federal aid, financial planning, scholarships, EFC calculator, loan
comparison◦ www.tasfaa.com -- Texas Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
Other Useful Websites:◦ www.srnexpress.com www.fastaid.com www.peterson.com ◦ www.fastweb.com www.finaid.org www.absolutelyscholarships.com◦ www.collegenet.com www.gocollege.com www.ed.gov/studentaid
Websites
College NightDecember 2
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.GCM
BE
HERE!!!
Immigration, Citizenship, and College SeminarWhen: Tuesday, December 1 at 6:30 p.m. Where: Baytown Community CenterGCCISD Board of Trustees President, Agustin Loredo, will address the affects of immigration on college access. Transportation will be provided to and from the Baytown Community Center at Ashbel Smith, Bowie, Carver, and Lamar elementary schools at 5:30 p.m. A light dinner will be served at 6 p.m. with the seminar following.
GCCISD Annual College NightWhen: Wednesday, December 2 at 6:30 p.m.Where: Goose Creek Memorial High SchoolHave one-on-one conversations with colleges, universities, military organizations, and other college access programs. Presentations will address college admission, financial aid, and dual enrollment. A special presentation at 6 p.m. will give you key questions to ask college representatives at the college fair.
College Cost Estimator When: Thursday, December 3 at 6:30 p.m.Where: Ross S. Sterling High SchoolDave Murray, President of the National Center for College Costs, will answer your questions: How do you find the right fit in a college? How do you pay for it? Each family will receive a college cost estimator that will personalize financial planning for your student’s college education. Transportation will be provided from all elementary schools at 5:30 p.m.A light dinner will be served at 6 p.m. with the seminar following.
contact LeRonda Lockhart at [email protected] or 281-420-1591
GCCISD COLLEGE WEEK