Transcript 10th Grade Presentation: Planning for Your Future

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10th Grade Presentation
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OHS Counselors are here to
help YOU!
Ms. Kay Bloomdahl
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Ms. Amanda Hall
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Ms. Kim Reykdal Hj - Ma
Mr. Dave Forrester Mb - R
Mr. Brian Wentz
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How can we help YOU?
Academic planning for graduation
College advising & preparation
Career planning
Personal counseling
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Other people who can help you in
Counseling Center
Ms. Cathy Williams – Career Center Specialist
(Monday – Thursday)
Ms. Cheryl Dale – Career Center
(Tuesday and Friday afternoons)
Ms. Patty West - Counseling Secretary
Ms. Vicki Ames - Registrar
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YOU HAVE MANY CHOICES
AFTER HIGH SCHOOL
Work - On Job Training
Apprenticeship
Military – enlist, ROTC, academy
College--Technical College
Community College - 2-year degree or transfer
4-Year College
State University or College
Private College
At our school
57% = 4-year college
38% = 2-year college
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What skills will YOU need
for your future?
Effectively Communicate
 Be a Self-directed Learner
 Be Creative
 Be information and Media Literate
 Be a Critical Thinker
 Be a Problem Solver
 Be Flexible and Adaptable
 Be Socially Responsible
 Work well with others
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Jobs with Largest Projected
Increase in the Near Future
Registered Nurses
Healthcare Technologists
Automotive Services
Civil Engineering Techs
Cosmetologists
Architectural Drafters
Fitness Trainers
Computer Repairers
Paralegals
Broadcast Techs
Medical Transcriptionists
Respiratory Therapists
Welders
YOU at OHS
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High School Graduation
Minimum Requirements
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All students must earn 22 credits, or pass 44 semester classes.
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3 credits of English
2 credits of Math (Starting with Algebra 1; Pre Algebra does not count)
3 credits of Social Studies + WA state history if not taken in MS
2 credits of Science
1 credit of Occupational Education
2 credits of Health and Fitness
.5 Health + 1.5 Fitness/PE
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1 credit of Fine Arts
All students must also meet standard on Reading, Writing, & Math on
the state assessment and successfully complete a Culminating Project
and the High School & Beyond Plan in Homeroom.
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More Requirements for
High School Graduation
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School and Beyond Plan folder is done in Homeroom.
Lessons include annual goals, grade and credit checks, learning
styles, and a career interest inventory
Student Led Conferences will take place in April with your Homeroom
Teacher (1st period)
A resume and cover letter will be taught in OHS occupational
education classes
Culminating Project
Senior (or Junior) Year
 State Assessment
Reading, Writing, Math & Science tests in spring
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Four-Year College Requirements
NEW College Admission Distribution Requirements (CADR) for 2012 +
4 English
3 Math (Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 are minimums-4 years recommended)
Math during senior year in a quantitative course such as statistics, applied
math
or appropriate career and technical course; Seniors must take a meaningful
math their senior year
2 Science (3-4 years recommended)
Laboratory science including two Algebra-based science– Physical Science,
Biology, Chemistry or Physics (most colleges require Chemistry or Physics)
3 Social Studies
2 World Languages (more recommended if schedule allows)
1 Fine, Visual, or Performing Art
Students must take a minimum of three credits of CADR (core) courses each
year of high school, including the senior year.
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Ask yourself these questions…
What does your resume / activity log
look like?
Are you involved?
Athletics
Clubs
Co-Curricular Activities
Community teams or activities
Are you in a Leadership position?
Do you participate in Community Service?
Do you have a part time job?
What are your your dreams and aspirations
for the future?
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Recommendation for Community
College Preparation
3 English (4 highly recommended)
2-3 Math (Algebra 1, Geometry and at least Algebra 2 highly
recommended!
2 Science (3 recommended)
Laboratory science including two Algebra-based science– Physical
Science, Biology (Chemistry or Physics recommended)
3 Social Studies
Plus a high school diploma (and the remainder of credits that go along
with getting the diploma)
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Registration for next year’s classes!
April 16
Information in Homeroom
“Showcase” to hear more about classes
April 30
Subject Selection Sheets due to Homeroom
teacher
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Options for challenging classes at
OHS and other places
Honors and AP Classes
Open access
A commitment to accept more challenge
Can get college credit for taking AP Tests
Classes in:
English
Math
Social Studies
Science
Other Advanced electives
Take the most difficult classes YOU can.
Maintain the highest grades YOU can.
Information about Honors and AP classes see Mrs. Riley,
counselor, or teacher during registration time.
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Elective Classes at OHS
Occupational Education
Arts
Business- Visual Communication, Digital
Design, Accounting, Work Based
Learning, Marketing, Student Store
Art, Photography,
Ceramics, Visual Art
Early Childhood Ed, Textile Design, Foods &
Nutrition
Drama, Adv Theatre
Web Development, Computer Networking,
ONN
Wood Tech, Auto Tech, Power Tech, Material
Science
Other: Photography, Visual Art, Journalism,
Advanced Theatre, Annual Staff, Library
Assistant, Applied Microbiology, Human
Anatomy/Sports Medicine; AP Computer
Science
New Market Skills Center Programs
Music- Band, Choral, Orchestra
Business- Digital Design, Visual
Communication
Health/Fitness- Dancing Through
Decades
Other Electives
Spanish, French, Japanese,
German,
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Tech Prep Classes at OHS
Some Occupational Education Classes at OHS
are Tech Prep. What is Tech Prep?
Early Childhood Ed, Marketing, Advanced Marketing,
Accounting, Visual Communication, Tech Communication,
Applied Business Tech, Human Anatomy/Sports Medicine
These classes start a training sequence at OHS that links to
programs at South Puget Sound Community College after high
school graduation, where community college credit can be
earned for certain classes.
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New Market Skills Center
 Combines
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half day at OHS with half day at NM.
periods (1,2,3 or 4,5,6)
 Bus
transportation provided each way
 Job
skills training for credit.
 Up-to-date
equipment taught by people in the industry.
 Variety of programs –
Finance/Banking, Automotive, Construction,
Cosmetology, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, Digi Pen,
CISCO, Graphic Design, CSI, Early Childhood,
Emergency Services, Medical Careers, Robotic Tech,
Pre-Vet, Computers, Microsoft Office,
Environmental Exploration, AMPS (Alternative Energy)
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Running Start Program
 Classes
are taken at SPSCC for both high school
and college credit.
 Tuition
paid; students pay for books and provide their own
transportation.
 Placement
test needed; Must pass at college level.
 Recommended
“B” average in high school.
 Classes
must be 100 level or above.
 Register
at OHS. Registration first week of MAY for Fall CC
Quarter.
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serious student who wants to earn college credit.
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What is YOUR next step?
Plan classes at OHS carefully for next year
Registration in late April through Homeroom
Subject selection sheets will allow student choice
Take PSAT in Fall of Junior Year
Practice for SAT
Learn about academic strengths
Use results to work on weak academic areas
Test offered only once a year
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Advice for High School
 Take
most rigorous courses YOU can.
 Select course programs with YOUR
interests.
 Maintain highest grades possible. GPA is
important.
 Get involved in athletics or activities.
 Devote some time to meaningful community
service.
 Develop clear goals for future.
 Ask for help. E-mail colleges for
information.
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WHERE ARE YOU GOING?
“If you don’t know where you are going,
you might end up taking the wrong road.”
(Counselors: Give each student a book “Where are you Going?” to take home.)
+ Online Program: To Help You Become
College and Career Ready!
NAV I GAT I O N 101
MORE COLLEGE AND CAREER READY STUDENTS
 Introduction
 Defining
 Three
and Registration
Personal Values---Self-Awareness
Choices
 College
 Paying
Admissions
for College
 Planning
for your Junior Year