GEAR UP NC Rockingham County School System

THE DO’S AND KNOW’S OF HIGH SCHOOL

Senior College Ambassadors of MoreheadJustis Tucker, Toneisha Dickerson, Alleyah Galloway

Mrs. Hampton-Simmons, Student Coordinator

What is high school like?

What do I need to DO?DO YOUR BEST IN MIDDLE SCHOOL- Many of the classes that you are taking now will determine if you go into the advance courses in high school, especially Math and Language Arts. You need advance courses to get into college.

DO YOUR BEST TO BE ORGANIZED- Getting into a habit of being organized and responsible is key. In high school teachers will not keep your items for you, nor hold your hand in completing assignments.

DO WHAT TEACHERS TELL YOU- Learning to listen, being respectful (behavior), and being an independent learner is important as learning to take directives and working in groups. Doing what teachers tell you to do and taking instructions now, trains you for working more on your own in high school.

What do I need to KNOW?KNOW how to select classes for your schedule-Counselors will help you, but know what courses are needed for graduation and what courses are needed to go to college.

KNOW how to read your schedule-Knowing what classes are taken on what day and term is important. If you do not understand, do not be afraid to ask someone.

KNOW the building and key people-You have to know where to go. It is important to come to open house so you can map out your classes, and be on time to them. IT IS IMPORTANT! Also, know your counselor, principal, teachers, GEAR UP coordinator, and CFNC College Advisor, because they will be helpful in assisting you with credit completion, testing, and college.

KNOW YOURSELF- Do not become a follower, be a leader. There are so many things you can “get into”, but staying positive and focused is important-do not follow the in crowd. Completing assignments IS COOL, NOT dropping out!

KNOW YOUR SCHOOL-Understand that there are activities for you to become involved in, and it pays off BIG TIME when applying to colleges!

KNOW TESTING- Understand that every test you take counts towards your future, and TAKE THEM SERIOUSLY!

Is there a difference between middle school and high school?

ScheduleCourse LoadClass ChangeLunchHomework, Classwork, ProjectsInstructionTestingMaturity LevelResponsibility

VERSUS

Middle School Dropout? Is it possible?

• http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/education/dropout-nation/middle-school-moment//

Discussion Questions

• How many people drop out of school?• Why does it matter?• What are the warning signs that a student might drop out?

Middle School Drop Out Rates75.5% of students graduate on time63.5% of African American students65.9% of Hispanic students64.8% of Native American students82% of Caucasian students

Read the Facts

• http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/art/progs/3020/msm.pdf

How does this relate to college?UNC College Admissions Requirements

Six course units in language, including •four units in English emphasizing grammar, composition, and literature, and

•two units of a language other than English.

Three course units of mathematics, in any of the following combinations: •algebra I and II, and geometry,

•algebra I and II, and one unit beyond algebra II, or•integrated math I, II, and III.

It is recommended that prospective students take a mathematics course unit in the twelfth grade.

Three course units in science, including

•at least one unit in a life or biological science (for example, biology),•at least one unit in physical science (for example, physical science, chemistry, physics), and

•at least one laboratory course.

Two course units in social studies, including one unit in U.S. history, but an applicant who does not have the unit in U.S. history may be admitted on the condition that at least three semester hours in

that subject will be passed by the end of the sophomore year.

GEAR UP CAN HELP!EARLY INTERVENTION: We begin in grade 7, and extend through 12th grade. helping students with tutoring and mentoring in order to be successful in middle and high school, and in college.

ACADEMIC RIGOR: We provide students with an opportunity to enroll in academically challenging courses in middle and high school that lead to enrichment and sound preparation for college courses.

EARLY AWARENESS: We begin in 7th grade providing education and classes that engage and make students aware of scholarship opportunities, student loans, and additional information on financial literacy so that they are prepared to pay for the cost of college without extensive debt after graduation.

EARLY PARENT INVOLVEMENT: We train, motivate, and encourage parents to become aware of the resources available in the local and school community that can assist their family in preparing for the cost of college.

EARLY EXPOSURE: We expose students to the college application process, FAFSA, admissions requirements, and financial aid process early as grade 7 with a variety of instructional activities and college tours.

Photos of SCA members GEARing UPMIDDLE SCHOOL MOVEMENT: HOLMES

Mentoring and Encouraging students at Holmes Middle

School

GEARing UP in classrooms at Holmes Middle SchoolEducation Preparation for high school and college is KEY for MUSTANGS!

SCA of Morehead, teaching middle school students about high school and college!

SCA of Morehead East Carolina University

Learning Extension: College Readiness

SCA of MoreheadWomen in STEM Summit!

Any Questions?

JUST ASK US!