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Welcome Parents Back to School Night 2016
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Welcome Parents
Back to School Night 2016
Agenda
Counseling Program
Today’s Sophomores
Academic Counseling
Tools for Parents
Calendar
The Holy Cross Mission
How we educate the mind will change with the times; how we cultivate the heart is and will remain timeless.
Bl. Basil Moreau
Christian Education
Saint Francis Counseling ModelOur Holy Cross mission guides all that we
do, including counseling
Grade 9Support high school transition and
encourage connection
Grades 10-12Support the personal,
social-emotional, academic, and
college counseling needs of students
Lear
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Colle
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Care
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FreshmanYear
Sophomore Year
JuniorYear
SeniorYear
MAJOR THEMEMaking Connections
CURRICULUMIn-class Presentations
Small Groups
Individual Meetings
Academic Advising
Frosh Wellness Day
Evening Parent
Presentations
MAJOR THEMEDecision Making
CURRICULUMIn-class Presentations
Small Groups
Individual Meetings
Academic Advising
Intro to Careers
Resume Building
Pre-College Planning
Evening Parent
Presentations
MAJOR THEMEAcademic Story
CURRICULUMIn-class Presentations
Individual Meetings
Academic Advising
Pre-College Planning
Career Exploration
Resume Building
Case Studies
College Fair
College Rep Visits
Evening Parent
Presentations
MAJOR THEMECollege Readiness
CURRICULUMIndividual Meetings
Weekly Newsletter
On-demand Screencasts
College List Assistance
Senior College Workshop
College Application
Workshops
College Info Sessions
College Rep Visits
Evening Parent
Presentations
4-Year Counseling Program
Data Driven CounselingStudents are regularly surveyed to identify
needs and inform next steps
1.0%
2.7%
18.2%
50.9%
27.2%
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On a scale of 1 to 5, how connected are you to Saint Francis HS?
Reflective PracticesWhat do you hope will be different about
next year?
“I hope next year I can spend a little less time
worrying about academics and a little more time
with friends and enjoying life.”
“I hope to have less stress, better connections
with my teacher and more effort from myself.”
“I hope I can have my feet under me a bit more”
Reflective Practices What do you hope will be different about
next year?
“I hope I can better manage my time, prepare for
the SAT or ACT, narrow my clubs to a few I’m
passionate about, and organize my time.”
“I hope that I will have a better understanding of
who I am and who I want to be.”
“I hope my studying habits will be different next
year and being more open to others/making more
friends.”
We also survey students to get feedback on
the topics that are important in their lives
By Student Request
Of the following wellness topics, which would you like to learn more about?
23.1%
11.0%
73.7%
39.0%
Alcohol & Drugs
Cyberbullying
Eating Disorders
Handling Stress
Relationships
Self Esteem
11.3%
45.2%
17.7%
48.9%
Sexuality
Test Anxiety
Social, Emotional & Physical Wellness
Digital Citizenship
Social Media Management
Decision Making Skills
Teen Mental Health
Resources
Counselor Support Role
Finding Academic Success
Scheduling/ Graduation Requirements
Prerequisites
Family Connection
Pre-College Advising
Academic Counseling
sfhs.com/counseling
College Admission TestingTypical sophomore testing schedule
JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN
PSAT/NMSQT SAT Subject Tests
Possible SAT/ACT Test Prep
AP Exams
act.orgcollegeboard.org
SAT vs. ACT
SAT
ACT
+ objectively easier
intentionally confusing-
+ straightfoward
objectively harder-
20 Subject Tests
Across 5 Subject Areas
SAT Subject TestsFor certain schools, SAT Subject Tests are
either optional or recommended
In the college admissions world, if it says
“Recommended,”DO IT
Finding a BalanceWhile academics are important, colleges
want to have well-rounded, healthy
students that love to learn
Intellectual Development
Social Development
Spiritual Development
Supporting Your SophomoreAllow for PDF
● Play time, Down time, Family time
Promote Independence & Self-Advocacy
Model Imperfection & Risk Taking
Sleep, Sleep & More Sleep
Talking to Your TeenRelevant Topics
Risk taking
Peer pressure
Healthy relationships
Texting & driving
Integrity
Upcoming Events9/13 - Financial Aid Parent Night
10/11 - College Information Night
11/29 - College Admission Testing
Information Night
2/7 - Sophomore Parent Night
