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GRESHAM HIGH SCHOOL
ForecastingClass of 2017
Incoming Sophomores
WELCOME!
It’s time to forecast and choose your classes for next year.
Here are the steps you will follow…
Forecasting: Step by Step
1. Use Course Planning Guide2. Discuss with parents, teachers, others3. Fill in forecast sheet4. Get signatures5. Meet with counselor as needed6. Turn in form to teacher by due date
Graduation Credit Requirements
Language Arts 4.00 Social Studies 3.00 Math 3.00 Science 3.00 World Language 1.00 Physical Ed 1.00 Health 1.00 Career/Fine Arts/Tech *2.00 Electives 7.00
Total Credits Required: 25
• .50 credit must be earned in Technology• *may be earned in tech, fine arts, business
electives
How many classes do I take?
Freshmen = 7 classes Sophomores = 7 classes Juniors take at least 6 classes. Seniors take at least 5 classes.
Remember:Honor Roll requires 6 graded classes. Any class taken for Pass/No Pass credit will not count. Examples: Aide, Credit by Proficiency, etc.
Athletics requires passing 5 classes & being on track to graduate
Additional Requirements for Graduation:
Academic PortfolioState test scores and work samples in: Math, Writing, Speaking, Science, and Social Science.
Four Year Plan Created in the freshman year, updated each year by the student, used to guide forecasting.
Extended Application Completed in senior year within your health class
2 Career Related Learning Experiences (CRLE)Opportunities for CRLE’s are offered in Health and advanced elective classes.
Bring completed forms to Ms. Cooke in the College & Career Center.
General University Requirements
Oregon universities require: 4 credits of English 3 credits of Mathematics (must
show completion of Algebra 2 or higher by graduation)
3 credits of Science 3 credits of Social Studies
College Entrance Requirements
World Language—2 credits in same
language
Minimum “C” grade for core
courses
.5 credit in a Visual/Performing Fine
Arts class is recommended
Additional College Requirements
Minimum grade point averages for admission:
3.00 for U of O, OSU, PSU, OIT, SOU
2.75 for EOU, WOU
Universities also require ACT/SAT test scores.
College & Career Center
Also in the Center: Barb Cooke – Academic Portfolio Manager
Kendra Maddox
Scholarships College Info Financial Aid
Job and Career Info and more!
503 674-5555
International Baccalaureate (IB)
IB is the most advanced course of study offered at GHS in six different subject areas during junior and senior year.
IB Program Options: Earn a full IB diploma
Recommended honors level classes: 9th Grade: Honors Geography 10th Grade: Honors English, Math, Social
Studies, & Science Earn college credit (take IB tests) Full IB students also need 4 years of World Language.
Special note regarding IB:
If you are planning to be a full diploma IB student, honors and advanced courses should be taken.
Questions? Contact Mr. Chris Smith, IB Coordinator:503-674-5500 x5299, in room 235, or
your school counselor.
Center for Advanced Learning (CAL)
CAL offers advanced courses in 5 technology-based fields for juniors and seniors:
Digital Media (Graphic Design & Video) Programming & Networking Medical/Dental Engineering Manufacturing
Questions? See Susan Fields in the Counseling office
A.C.E. Academy
The ACE Academy offers three areas of education: Architecture, Construction and Engineering.
Students will learn all areas in their junior year. A focus on one of the three areas in your senior year.
Two year program, students attend junior and senior years
Questions? See Mrs. Blaser in the Counseling office
CAL & ACE No Cost to attend Students spend 3 periods at GHS and
the remainder of the day at CAL/ACE Transportation is provided Hands on learning environment Mentoring with professionals within your
chosen area of study
Forecast Process1. Receive forecast sheet from teacher2. Fill in personal information, counselor,
and due date3. Select required classes4. Select electives and alternate choices5. Get signatures6. Return to teacher by due date.
Who is my Counselor?
A – B and ELL: Armando Gonzales
C –Ha: Laura Blaser
He – L: Gloria Hull
M – S: Susan Fields
S – Z: Re’nice Siefer
Forecast Sheet
After you have completed the personal data section,
Mark core course selections with an “X” Mark alternates with A1, A2, and A3 in order of
preference. Note: You may get an alternate so choose carefully.
Choose classes for English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Health.
Get signatures of teachers as indicated. Include parent/guardian signature
Remember:
Aides:
One period per semesterRequires teacher’s signature
Cannot aide during teacher’s prep time
Credit Recovery:To make up credits:SUN ProgramNight SchoolSummer SchoolOnline School
Classes must be approved by your counselor prior to
registration
CHOOSING CORE CLASSES
English Sequence
English 1-2
English 3-4
Junior English
Senior English
*Honors English 3-4
IB Junior English
IB Senior English
*Students must apply for Honors English 3-4
Math 3 years of math
(Algebra 1 and higher) are required to graduate
If you fail either semester, you must discuss with math teacher. You need a plan to catch up.
Math SequenceChoice of class requires teacher’s signature.
Sequence B
Algebra 1
Algebra 1.5
Geometry
Algebra 2
Sequence C
Geometry
Algebra 2
IB Math
SL
IB Math HL
IB Math
Studies
Sequence A
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra 2
IB Math SL
IB Math Studi
es
Social StudiesRegular
Sequence
US History
Government & Economics
Global Perspectives
IB Sequence*Requires signatures
Honors Government &
Economics
IB History of the Americas
IB World History
ScienceThe choices for sophomore science:
Biology or Chemistry.
The choices for junior science: College Prep: Chemistry, Physics, IB
Biology SL, IB Physics Other Science classes: Zoology, Botany,
Earth Science
Ask your science teacher for recommendations.
Your teacher must approve your choice.
Science
Regular Sequence
Physical Science
Biology
College Prep classes:
Chemistry, Physics, IB Biology
SL, IB Physics
Other Science classes:
Zoology, Botany, Earth Science
IB Sequence*Requires signatures
Physical Science
Chemistry
IB Biology SL
IB Biology
HL
HealthAll sophomores
are required to take one semester of Health.
You will take another semester your senior year.
Physical Education
Elective PE classes can be repeated multiple semesters. Strength and ConditioningLifetime FitnessTeam Sports* Mark your sheet if you want it for a full year.
ALERT!
Talk with parents, teachers and counselor before choosing your classes.
Choose very carefully. Schedule changes are almost impossible.
IB level courses will not be changed.
People to Know!
Your counselor Kendra Maddox, College and
Career Center and Scholarships Barbara Cooke, Academic
Portfolio/CRLE Carol Sweere, Registrar
(transcripts) Chris Smith, IB Coordinator
What’s next?
1. Complete forecast sheet with choices & signatures.
2. Turn in form to teacher by due date.3. You will input your choices into the
computer. 4. Be sure your computer choices are
all marked on the forecast sheet. These MUST match.
If you need help:Your counselor is happy to see
you! Before/after school During Lunch By Appointments
counseling.ghs.gresham.k12.or.us
On the counseling webpage:• Contact information for your counselor • Course Planning Guide• Forecasting forms, power points• Mental Health, community resources• Announcements• And MORE!
GHS Counseling Website
YOUR COUNSELOR LOOKS FORWARD TO MEETING WITH YOU!