GRAFTON HIGH SCHOOL

SOPHOMORE PARENT MEETING

January 25th, 2010

Presenter: Rosalyn Isbell

PURPOSE OF THIS MEETING Introductions…

Discuss Comprehensive School Counseling Program

Review on-line scheduling procedure…

Information useful to you as your son/daughter moves into their junior year…

Questions that you may have in regard to your son/daughter’s future plans and goals in terms of school and career…

School Counseling Program calendar is available at Grafton’s Home Page…

(www.grafton.k12.wi.us)

General Description of the Comprehensive School Counseling

Program

Purpose of the Counseling Program is to empower ALL students, regardless of individual differences, to acquire the academic, career, and personal/social foundations necessary to positively contribute to a changing society.

Personal/Social DevelopmentDreams for the Future

Talents, Abilities, Interests

Volunteer/Community Services

Extra-Curricular Activities

CareerJunior Career Class

Junior Seminars (College, Technical College, Opportunities)

Student/Parent College Information Night

Financial Aid/Scholarship Information

Area of Study/Career Intention

Post-Secondary Plans

Career Fest

Academic Standardized Test Scores/Review/Planning

Graduation Requirements/Credits Earned

College Core Credit Total/Implications

Cumulative GPA/Class Rank/Percentile/Trend

Grade 12 Registration Process

Review of Senior Class Schedule

Review Individual Learning Plan

Student and Parent Educational/Career Planning Conference: Review Individual Learning Plan

REGISTRATION PROCEDURE Registration forms will be handed out to the Sophomore students

in their English classes on February 3, 2010. Students will start entering classes on-line at that time.

Make sure your son/daughter gets necessary teacher recommendations, teacher signatures, and checks class prerequisites

Please make sure you as parent/guardain sign registration form.

The paper registration form will be used by the student to assist with online registration through “Family Access”

Registration forms will be collected in English classes on February 10th, 2010

Remember, when scheduling…Consider the rigor of schedule possibilities in

relation to future plans…

Take it seriously… take the time to really look at the options and what they mean in relation to their future plans…

Choose a schedule that offers the most options for future choices in any area…

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

4 Credits of English3 Credits of Social Studies2 Credits of Math2 Credits of Science .5 Credits of Health1.50 Credits of P.E.-------------------------------------------------13 Required Credits PLUS 9 Elective Credits22 Total Credits are necessary to graduate from GHS

GHS English Options

Grade 11- World Literature & Composition Grade 12-

Contemporary LiteratureTechnical Communication and CompositionFundamentals of College WritingEssentials of College WritingCommunicationsEnglish Literature (11-12)Creative Writing (11-12)Lit. as Social Reflection (11-12)AP English

SOCIAL STUDIES OPTIONS

o Geography o American Issueso Contemporary World Issueso Sociologyo Ancient Historyo Medieval Historyo Revolutions o AP Psychologyo AP Microeconomicso AP Macroeconomics

SCIENCE OPTIONS

o Earth Science (typically Freshman year)o Biology (typically Sophomore year)o Chemistry (typically Junior year)o Astronomy/Geologyo Anatomy/Physiologyo Environmental Scienceo Physicso AP Biologyo AP Chemistry

GHS Math Optionso Pre-Algebra

o Algebra

o Concepts in Algebra & Geometry

o Geometry

o Advanced Algebra

o Functions, Statistics, and Trig

o Advanced Math (Trig)

o AP Probability and Statistics

o AP Calculus AB

o AP Calculus BC

Electives…?

Art Business Choir/Band/Music World Language (Spanish

or German) Family and Consumer

Science Technology and

Engineering Computer Science

AP COURSES

• AP Biology• AP Chemistry• AP English• AP Psychology• AP Calculus AB• AP Calculus BC• AP Computer Application of Music Theory• AP Computer Science A• AP Economics (Macro & Micro)• AP Probability and Statistics• AP Spanish Language

TEACHER AIDES

Open to Junior and Senior students

Placement at elementary or secondary level

Juniors may take instead of a Study Hall

Take “Pass-Fail

WORK BASED LEARNING

Youth Apprenticeship

Auto Technician Drafting & Design/

Engineering Finance Information Technology Manufacturing Nursing Assistant

Registration deadline March 1st

CREDIT LOAD DEFICIENCIES

Methods for making up deficiencies

Grafton High School: Summer school –English, Math, or Social Studies only, offered for 6 weeks.

Ozaukee Community High School (OCHS): Variety of sessions and classes available in May and June.

Alternative programming (i.e. online…)

POST SECONDARY OPTIONS

Two and Four Year

CollegeTechnical CollegeApprenticeshipsMilitaryEmployment

COLLEGE PLANNING

Entrance RequirementsClass Rank

College Core CreditsACT/SAT Scores

(Most schools use these as their primary criteria for selection. However, additional items such as extra-curricular activities, community service, interviews, leadership, etc…may be considered.)

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSINFreshman Admission Policy

• Minimum of 17 specific high school credits • 13 of 17 credits required by UW System:English: 4 creditsSocial Studies: 3 creditsMathematics: 3 creditsNatural Science: 3 Credits• Remaining 4 credits:2 credits from above areas or foreign languageRemaining 2 credits from above areas and/or fine arts,

computer science, and other academic areas.

Average UW-MilwaukeeFreshman

4 English3 Math (Algebra, Geometry & higher)3 Social Studies3 Natural Science4 Other electivesAt least 2 credits from above areas/foreign

language or other academic areas (core total must equal minimum 17)

Average UW-Madison Freshman

4+ English1 Algebra1 Plane Geometry2+ Advanced Math4+ Social Studies4 Science4 A single foreign language2+ Additional academic or fine arts----------------------------------------------------22+ TOTAL CORE CREDITS

Marquette Minimums…

• English – 4 years

• Social Studies – 2-3 years

• Foreign Language – minimum 2 years

• Math – 3-4 years

• Science – 1-2 years

• Additional – 2-5 years of core

Avg. ACT 25-27

Mean Class Rank is top 20%

Foreign Language ?

• UW System Schools with requirements… UW-Madison: Requires 2, recommends 4 UW-LaCrosse: Typical Freshman has 3 UW-EC: Requires 2, recommends more UW-Milw. , UW-Park., and UW-Platt.: If a student

has 2 in high school, may not need to take in college…

Other schools… Things to think about in terms of deciding whether

your student should continue in foreign language…

College Checklist

Explore college majors/careersCareer FestExplore colleges

Admission requirementsCampus visits

Take ACT/SATUW System applications accepted online after

September 1, Senior yearApply for Financial Aid after January 1st

Standardized Testing

PSAT ACT vs. ACT Plus

Writing ACT/SAT Prep ACT vs. SAT

*Short-term Prep: ACT Prep Classes*Long-term Prep: Rigorous high school course plan with core curriculum.

TECHNICAL COLLEGE PLANNING

• Explore programs…• Explore options in relation to

future educational and/or career goals…

• Gather information via School Counselor, campus visits and speaking with reps…

• Complete your application(s)…

*Taking the “Accuplacer” exam is part of the admissions process…

Technical College Degrees

Associate Degrees:

Liberal Arts transfer programs: Students complete the first 2 years of a 4 year baccalaureate college education. Credits transfer to 4-year institutions within Wisconsin.

Associates in Applied Science (AAS): 2-year program that combines technical skills with academic skills.

Technical Diplomas: Offers hands-on learning of occupational skills.

Certificates: 9 to 12 advanced credits to meet the needs of employer.

Apprentice-Related Instruction: Receive classroom training at the same time as they receive on-the-job training from their employer.

Five Good Reasons to Attend a Technical College

Affordable TuitionSmaller Classes Hands-on LearningCredit Transfer to

Four-Year ProgramsStrong Job Placement

Military Representatives on Campus

Representatives from each branch of the military visit regularly throughout the year.

Interested students need to sign up in Counseling office to be excused from class.

Students interested in any of the Academies need to inquire early and gather information. They can check with their School Counselor for further direction…

ASVAB

WORK ETHIC

Important for the student to maintain good study habits.

Complete homework including all the reading and writing assignments

Parents stay involved in the homework process!

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

Junior or Senior Standing

Cumulative GPA of at least 3.33ScholarshipLeadershipCharacterService

Resources Available to Parents and Students

School Counselor Teachers College Handbook and

various college catalogs…

The internet! UW helpline: 1-800-442-6459

Please seek answers to your questions!!!

Useful Web Sites….

• Grafton’s Home PageGrafton’s Home Page (www.grafton.k12.wi.us)

– Career CruisingCareer Cruising

• actstudent.orgactstudent.org

• collegeboard.comcollegeboard.com

• Uhelp WisconsinUhelp Wisconsin

• FAFSA

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