Red MountainClass of 2017

FRESHMAN

Freshman ECAP Internet Resources

http://www.mpsaz.org/rmhs/

Freshmen ECAPGRADUATION!

CREDITS

AIMS – Score Meets or Exceeds on the reading, writing and math sections. Will take in spring of tenth grade.

Completed Education & Career Action Plan (ECAP)

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Each class each semester is worth ½ credit. By the end of this year, you should have 6 credits.

9th – 6 credits

10th – 6 credits

11th – 6 credits

12th – 4-6 credits

TOTAL = 22+ credits

STANDARD SCHOLASTIC

differences?

* 2 years of same world language* 4 math Alg 1, Geo, Alg 2 + Adv math* 4 Lab Sciences: SC09, Bio, Chem & an Adv. Science OR Bio, Chem & 2 Adv. Sciences2 weighted credits3.0 gpa

Get Academically Ready

9th grade IS important. Colleges, military recruiters, technical schools, scholarship programs and employers will choose to look at this year as part of the overall picture of who you are and how you’ve done.

They will look at grades as well as what kind of a person you are in and out of school. You can show them this through:

Doing your personal best every day.Challenging yourself – take courses at the highest level/number in which you can be successful.Getting involved in clubs, sports, music, service learning, etc.

Four year universities, when considering applicants, will generally look at a combination of the following:G.P.A.

Class Rank – determined by how well you do in 17 “college core” classes.

SAT or ACT scores – college admissions exams typically taken at the end of junior year.

Extracurricular Activities – clubs, service learning, sports, music, etc.

No one knows what you need as well as YOU!High school teachers are now treating you as the older & more independent student that you are. So…

Be Your Own ADVOCATEBe Your Own ADVOCATE

*If you do poorly on a test or assignment, ask the teacher if you can meet with him to review it.

*If you miss an assignment or a test, don’t expect the teacher to give you the work you missed. Ask her for it. *If you need help with a subject, get help! Don’t wait for a teacher or parent to suggest it.

*Make the decision to demonstrate good attendance and good study skills.

*Check your portal regularly – calendar, grades, course history, etc. You’re in charge of your education & graduation!

*Get organized – use your planner to write down assignments, test and project due dates. Everything in its place – no loose papers in your backpack

ATTENDANCEDistrict policy states you must be here 90 percent or more in order to receive credit.

Attendance makes the difference between an A & a B, a C & a D, etc.

If you’ve been sick, get together with your teacher as soon as you return to arrange to make up work/tests/projects.

Prospective employers may even ask about your attendance at school. They want employees who show up for work and work hard!

TIME MANAGEMENTPROCRASTINATOR – late to school, project

due, forgot to tell mom to buy new ink for computer. Thrives

under pressure, but is this good????

SLACKER – too much T.V., endless text

messaging, excessive computer games,

professional loafer, sleeping until noon is

professional skill!

YES MAN - Interruptions, other

people’s problems, peer pressure, can’t say no, stops studying for test when friend stops by…

PRIORITIZER – planning, goal-setting, exercise, relationships, looks far ahead, then

sets priorities.

Which one are you?

City of Mesa Library has free online homework assistance from 2 pm to 12 am: www.mesalibrary.org

Visit the tutoring link on Red Mountain’s Counseling page for more ideas.Call your study buddies.

Your teacher is your best resource – ask questions &find out his/her tutoring days/times.

Go to Media Center for help with math and/or scienceTuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays – 3:15 – 5:00 pm.

Identify one or more classmates (study buddies) in eachclass you can call if need be.

What about …….

Tells colleges, military recruiters and employers:

*How you've made a meaningful contribution to something*What your non-academic interests are*Whether you can maintain a long-term commitment*Whether you can manage your time and priorities

Haven't Gotten Involved Yet?We have many clubs/sports at Red Mountain. Also, there are many organizations outside of school that offer you the opportunity to explore your talents and interests.

Mesa’s Gold SealYou can earn the Honor for Excellence in Service Learning, a gold

seal on your diploma that shows you have given 150 or more

hours of service to your community. Applications located on

service learning wall (by health office). Turn into Mrs. Bianchi in

Counseling. YOU MUST TURN IN APPLICATION & RECEIVE TIME

CARD PRIOR TO STARTING YOUR VOLUNTEER WORK…

SERVICE LEARNING

My MPS PortalClick on portal link on RMHS Counseling page or go to:Portalhttps://mymps.mpsaz.org/ Review the following:

*Calendar

*Class Schedule – click Spring

*Course History – click Grad Status

*Grades

Getting some form of education after high school is an investment that pays off—

The earning gap between those with a high school diploma and those with further education/training exceeds $ 1 million over a lifetime.

Perfect job =

You’re good at it (skill)You like it (interest)You put forth effort (practice/studying, training/schooling)

So how do you find the perfect job? Through Kuder Navigator!

Now if LeBron was missing one of these, it’s doubtful he’d be where he is at today!

LeBron James, top-ranked NBA player

MPS Kuder Navigator1. Edit Profile – Current Status/Personal Info2. Click Learn About Myself Take Career Interests Assessment & Skills Confidence Assessment3. Review/save at least one career pathway and one occupation4. Review & save at least one postsecondary option5. My ECAP- Enter smart/personal goals

It’s your turn…

Freshman ECAP

What was a top career pathway that you saved?

What was one occupation that you saved?

Go to:m.socrative.com Room #: 234718