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To Graduation and Beyond!
Junior Parent Night
Class of 2017Chapel Hill High School
WELCOME Parents and Students
JROTC Project Manhood CTAE Move on When Ready CCI Credit Recovery Alternative Programs Counselor Information College & Career Information
Counseling Department At Chapel Hill High School
Melissa Nelson-Graham
Counselor A-K770-651-6235
Linda ScroggyCounselor L-Z770-651-6236
Jackie Bemus Counselor9th grade770-651-6234
Susan GossSST/ RTI
Facilitator770-651-6232 Stephanie
Walker-HarryCollege & Career
Center Specialist
770-651-6230
Adrian BrownSchool Social
Worker770-651-6299
(Email is [email protected])
Class of 2016Graduation Requirements
One Diploma4 English4 Math4 Science 3 Social Studies (state requires ½
Government and ½ Economics)Health/Personal Fitness3 Units of CTAE classes, Fine Art
classes, or Modern Language classes
Academic Seal 3 separate AP courses or 3 separate college core dual enrollment courses or3 separate technical college dual enrollment certification programs ora combination that totals 3CHHS Honor Graduate3.75 cumulative GPA, 2 credits of the same foreign language, max credits, no F’s, 5 core classes senior yearBoard Scholar3.50 cumulative GPA, 2 credits of same foreign language, max credits, no F’s, 1 extra coreFine Arts Seal4 Fine Art Units, 2 in the same areaForeign Language Seal3 units of the same language
SEALS & HONORS
End of Course Tests
(EOC)
--Classes that require EOC9th Grade LiteratureAmerican LiteratureAlgebraGeometryPhysical ScienceBiologyUS HistoryEconomics
--Counts 20% of final grade
--2 sections on Math, Science, Social Studies; 3 sections on Literature tests (includes writing component)
--Scores posted on the transcript
ASVAB(Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery)
Ten short individual tests For Juniors & Seniors Measures verbal, math, academic ability Given by Armed Services No cost Provides valuable info to help with career
& educational goals; helps you to know self better
Links aptitudes with occupational areas Helps assess your potential for further
education Given in October at CHHS, results to
students November 16 & 17
HOPE Programs Hope Scholarship
3.0 Core GPA (All Academic Classes) 4.0 Conversion Honors and AP extra points taken off Additional .5 added to AP classes & DE classes Not on the transcript Calculation done by Georgia Student Finance Commission Check GaCollege411 4 Rigorous Classes (see gacollege411 for updated list of
classes)
Hope Grant Used at Technical Colleges Tuition, fees, & $300 book allowance No GPA requirement Diploma or Certificate programs
• PLEASE NOTE: QUALIFICATIONS FOR HOPE SCHOLARSHIP MAY CHANGE. CHECK ON GACOLLEGE411 FOR LEGISLATIVE CHANGES.
ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMS Project Graduation—offers computer
based instruction for students who have not made adequate academic progress in the traditional school setting. 3 hours/day, 5 days/week (mornings)
Night School—same as Project Graduation except hours are 4:30-8:30 p.m. 4 days/week
Performance Learning Center (PLC)—offers computer based courses and enrichment assignments for students who struggle in a traditional school setting.
Must have referral from counselor and interview with program supervisor.
CREDIT RECOVERY Used for students who do not pass a
class or special situation where they are behind in meeting graduation requirements, i.e., transfer student.
On-line classes taken during the regular school day at Chapel Hill High School.
Can and should work at home through the internet.
Make up only for courses required for graduation.
STUDY SKILLS-ORGANIZE -EVERY NIGHT--REGULAR TIME, REGULAR PLACE
-REVIEW USE “ACTIVE” STUDYING-USE AGENDA
-TAKE GOOD NOTES (rewrite) DON’T GIVE UP!-FLASHCARDS-USE HIGHLIGHTERS-OUTLINE-PRACTICE-PRIORITIZE-FOLLOW DIRECTIONS-BREAK UP LARGE ASSIGNMENTS-PROOFREAD-TAKE CARE OF SELF--SLEEP, EAT-STUDY WITH OTHERS
TEST TAKING SKILLS
1. Go to bed on time2. Eat a good breakfast3. Positive self talk4. Read directions carefully5. Read the whole question and all answers6. Reduce your choices7. Skip questions you are not sure you
know; come back to later8. Review your answers
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES(see school website)
clubsATHLETICSemploymentHonor organizationsCOMMUNITY TEAMSCOMMUNITY SERVICEHOBBIES/INTERESTS/PASSIONs
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
CONFLICT RESOLUTION PROBLEM SOLVING COMMUNICATION ATTITUDE SELF ESTEEM BALANCE MOTIVATION DECISION MAKING ADVOCATE FOR SELF TIME MANAGEMENT GOAL SETTING
College and Career Center The College and Career Center is where
parents and students can find: Resource books, career information, scholarship
information SAT/ACT Testing information as well as test
waivers Career cruising.com Transcripts for college and scholarships ( $3.00
each copy) Work Permits Information on Selective Service/ Military
Information Voter Registration NCAA Information
CCI
Registration is taking place now. See Ms. Walker-Harry in the career center.
CCI course offerings are Automotive, Computer Design, Cosmetology, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, Dental Assisting, Early Childhood Development, Game Development, Healthcare, HVAC, Pharmacy, Graphic Arts, Video Production, Welding.
Move on When Ready(MOWR)
Open to any grade level.
Provide SAT or ACT scores.
Complete the college’s MOWR application by the deadline.
Complete a HOPE grant application online at www.gacollege411.org
If approved you will then register for courses with your MOWR college advisor and talk to your counselor here at CHHS.
Complete paperwork for college & high school .
Looking at Options for Post-Secondary Study
Four-year Colleges and Universitiesmany majors offeredleading to undergraduatedegrees
Two-year Colleges offer freshman and
sophomore level classes toward an associate degree and/or transfer to a 4-year school
Technical Collegescertificate, diploma and 2-year degree programs leading directly to employment upon completion of specialized training and/or transfer to a 4-year school
Special Purpose Schoolsfocus on specific fields such as the arts or medical specialties
Applying to College Complete Senior Brag Sheet Choose 3-5 schools Make comparisons, look at program of study,
consider cost, etc. www.gacollege411.org Contact particular college for specific information
about courses needed in high school (i.e., Math, Science).
Apply on-line (use GaCollege411) See Ms. Walker-Harry in the Career Center to have
transcript sent ($3.00 each) Have SAT/ACT scores sent directly from testing agency Visit Cappex.com for information and helpful
worksheets Visit schools; to be excused from school, see Mrs.
Walker-Harry in the Career Center
OTHER TESTINGACT or SAT
How did I do on the PSAT?How did I do on the ASPIRE?Am I a logical and/or analytical
thinker?Do I remember facts & figures well?Students should talk to their
counselor to determine which test might be best.
See handout for further comparisons.SAT has new format beginning March
2016.
Importance of Academic Rigor
Admissions Decision
GPA SAT # of Honors Courses
# of AP Courses
UGA
Student A DENIED 3.8 2130 13 3
Student B ACCEPTED 3.7 1980 15 6
Georgia Tech
Student A DENIED 3.9 1820 3 2
Student B ACCEPTED 3.8 1760 6 7
Scholarship Information• Scholarships are posted in the
CHHS Career Center.
• Hard copies of most non-institutional scholarships are available in the College & Career Center.
• Don’t forget to check with any local organizations, banks, employers, credit unions, and insurance companies.
• You can start applying for some scholarships your Junior year.
Large database of scholarship information, awards
available for academic achievement, special skills and talents, and/or financial need.
www.fastweb.comwww.scholarships.comwww.gacollege411.org
Remember – you should never pay for scholarship searches or information!
NCAA Eligibility Center Juniors who intend to play division 1 or division 2
college level sports should register this year with the NCAA
The website is www.eligibilitycenter.org. There is a link for prospective student-athletes (includes frequently asked questions)
Review the “Eligibility Standards” Registration cost is $75.00 (fee waivers
available) ACT/SAT scores must be sent directly to the
eligibility center– the code is 9999 High School transcript must also be sent to
the eligibility center. See Ms. Walker-Harry. The cost is $3.00
You must contact a college coach to be referred to NCAA
NEW CHANGES FOR CLASS OF 2017! (refer to website)
Important Dates
Registration Dates
Progress / Report Cards
Thursday, February 18 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, February 23,4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, February 25, 4:00 -7:00 p.m.
March 21 May 31Other Dates April 25-May 9—End
of Course Assessments
May 2- 13—AP Tests May 17 - 20—Final
Exams May 20–Students’
Last day
Thank You for Coming!