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HICKSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
WELCOMES THE
PARENTS AND STUDENTS OF
THE CLASSES OF 2014 AND 2015
Counseling Department
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Mrs. Efthymia Rafaelides, Chairperson of Guidance Services
Mrs. Karen Felber
Mrs. Alice Hannon
Mrs. Jessica Molof
Mr. Sanjay Paranandi
Mr. Robert Purcell
Mrs. Rosemarie Rosenblum
Mrs. Veronica Velez
Presentation Focus
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Graduation Requirements
Extracurricular Activities
Volunteer Work
Athletics
Career Planning
College Preparation
Questions
Graduation Requirements
Mr. Sanjay Paranandi
What do I need to
graduate?
22 Units of Credit Required for Graduation
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English - 4
Social Studies – 4
Mathematics – 3
Science – 3
Health - .5
The Arts – 1
Language – 1
Physical Education – 2
Electives – 3.5
Required Credits
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5 credits to move from Grade 9 to 10
11 credits to move from Grade 10 to 11
16.5 credits to move from Grade 11 to 12
22 credits to graduate
Minimum Testing Requirements
Regents Diploma
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English Regents Exam
1 Math Regents Exam
Global History Regents Exam
US History Regents Exam
1 Science Regents Exam
Minimum Testing Requirements
Advanced Regents Diploma
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English Regents Examination
3 Math Regents Examinations
Global History Regents Examination
US History Regents Examination
2 Science Regents Examinations
Modern Language Checkpoint B Examination
Sample Schedule
Grade 9
English 9
Glob. Hist. 9
Algebra
Living Env.
Lab/ PE
For. Lang.
Lunch
Fine Art
Elective
Grade 10
English 10
Glob.Hist. 10
Geometry
Earth Sci.
Lab/ PE
For. Lang.
Lunch
Health/elect.
Elective
Grade 11
English 11
US Hist.
Algebra/Trig.
Chemistry
Lab/ PE
For. Lang.
Lunch
Elective
Elective
Grade12
BritLit/Sci.Fict(ex.)
Eco./ Govt.
Pre-Calculus
Physics
Lab/ PE
For. Lang.
Lunch
Elective
Elective
Get Involved!
Mr. Sanjay Paranandi
Get Involved!
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Extracurricular Activities
Volunteer Work
Athletics
Part-time Jobs
Internships
Summer Research
Pre-college Programs
Activities
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Great way to meet new people
Learn more about yourself and your interests
Involvement in school activities typically leads to
school success
Listed on school website
Descriptions of each activity can be found in the
school agenda book
Volunteer Work
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Can expose you to new opportunities
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Committed involvement to one or a few
community service activities helps students get
scholarship money for college and is looked upon
favorably by colleges
Volunteer Work
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Examples:
• religious school
• Senior Centers
• Not for profit organizations (United Cerebral Palsy Center, Salvation
Army, Food Pantries, etc)
• Special Olympics
• Politicians
• North Shore Animal League
• Museums
• Hospitals
• Jr. Fire Fighter
*See your counselor for other ideas or search volunteer opportunities online.
Search websites such as volunteermatch.org
Activity Sheet
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Keep track of every activity (volunteer, athletic,
job, etc.) that is done throughout high school
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Activity sheet should be used to let colleges know
what has been done throughout high school career
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An example can be found in the Planning Your
Future book on the school website
NCAA
Mr. Robert Purcell
Prospective Student
Athletes
Athletes
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In order to qualify to play NCAA Division I or II
Athletics, the NCAA has academic requirements
including doing well in required core academic
areas and doing well on the SAT.
Division I
Academic Requirements
16 Required Core Courses
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English- 4 Years
Math- 3 Years
Natural/Physical Science- 2 Years
Social Science- 2 Years
One Extra Year- English/Math/Science
4 Years of Extra Courses- from above
or Foreign Language, Religion/Philosophy
Division II Academic
Requirements
16 Required Core Courses
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English- 3 Years
Math- 2 Years
Science- 2 Years
3 Additional Years of English/Math/Science
2 Years of Social Science
4 additional core courses from any category above or
Foreign Language, Religion or Philosophy
Athletes
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Keep track of all athletic accomplishments
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Summer camp evaluation
Athletic statistics/Resume
Transcript/Current report card
PSAT,SAT,ACT scores
Newspaper articles
Team schedule
Video/DVD
Please see your counselor as soon as possible to let him/her
know if you plan on pursuing college athletics
Student Athlete Information Night
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December 6, 2011
Will review Division I and Division II
requirements
Handouts
Speaker from Penn State- Ms. Karen Weaver
**See your counselor immediately if interested in
playing sports in college to discuss necessary
courses
Career Planning
Mrs. Karen Felber
Who Do I Want To Be?
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Learn about yourself by:
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Taking electives
Getting involved in activities in/out of school
Volunteer in outside organizations
Working a part-time job
Do research
What Do I Want To Be?
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Choose a Career Path by taking a Self-Assessment
Test
• Write down some career goals
• Think about what interests you the most!
Career Search Websites
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Career Zone- www.nycareerzone.org
Peterson’s- www.petersons.com
Occupational Outlook Handbook- http://stats.bls.gov/oco/
Career Zone- www.nycareerzone.org
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Extensive website to help think about future plans
(developed by NYS Dept. of Labor and Dept. of
Education)
Take a survey of your interests to see which
careers might suit you best
Read about college majors to study in order to get
you closer to your career goals
Consider your interests, abilities, and values
Hicksville High School Guidance
Website
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Contains pertinent information regarding
the college planning process
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Informative links to assist with college
searches
www.hicksvillepublicschools.org
Career Days
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Different themes each month
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Science, business, allied health, engineering, therapists
In December:
• Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
• Medical Billing Specialist
• Medical Assistant
• Computer Repair Technologist with Networking
Prepare for College
Mrs. Allie Hannon
Admissions Criteria
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Grades in College Preparatory Courses
Course Selection
Class Rank
Test Scores
Extracurricular Activities/ Sports
Counselor/ Teacher Recommendations
Writing Sample/ Essay
Interviews
Special Talents/ Interests/ Skills
Community Service
PSAT Exam
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All 11th grade students are expected to take the PSAT in
October in preparation for the SAT.
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Registration is in September at Hicksville High School.
The SAT Exam
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Juniors should take this college entrance exam in the Spring
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It should be taken again in the Fall of Senior Year
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An improved grade can help with college acceptance or scholarship money
The SAT Exam
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Register online at www.collegeboard.com
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CEEB Code-332-365
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The SAT measures critical reading, math and writing abilities
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Students must take the SAT Exam at least once, and if taken more than
once, most colleges will consider the highest Critical Reading and Math
scores in their calculations (a majority of colleges are not using the Writing
score)
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Offered 7 times/ yr (in Hicksville- November, December, May and June)
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www.collegeboard.com
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Question of the day
Practice tests
SAT II Subject Tests
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1 Hour length test (can take up to 3 in one day)
Required by only some schools
Should take it at the culmination of the year
taking the subject
Examples: Math, Biology, Chemistry, Literature,
World History, US History and various foreign
languages, etc.
The ACT Exam
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www.act.org
Achievement oriented
Scores- Range from 1-36
Sections include: Math, English, Reading, scientific
Reasoning, Writing (Optional but strongly
recommended)
Offered in October, December, April and June
Advanced Placement Exams
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Are available in a variety of subjects
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See the Hicksville High School Course catalog
for course descriptions
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A full course description is available on the
college board website
Scholarships
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Check with Guidance Office
Do internet search for scholarships
Local Scholarship Directory
www.fastweb.com
• Comprehensive database that gives you frequent
information about scholarships for which you may be
eligible
• Set up account, answer questions, give e-mail address
• Get constant flow of information about scholarships,
grants, internships, and more
How to Research Colleges
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Review “Planning your Future” guidebook, which is on the school website
and distributed to Juniors.
Discuss your needs with your counselor.
Review Admissions Reference Books
Look at various websites listed on Hicksville Public Schools Guidance
website
Use available references:
Internet
www.Collegeboard.com
www.princetonreview.com
www.campustours.com
Other websites: Zinch, Cappex, Campus Explorer, College View,
College Confidential, College Navigator
How to Research Colleges
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Talk to college representatives at college fairs
Discuss colleges and costs with parents
Visit colleges
Maintain an ongoing dialogue with your counselor
Talk to current students in attendance at college
College Tour Field Trips
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October 13- Rutgers University
October 18- University of Connecticut
November 30- Polytechnic Institute of New York
University
March 6- Fairfield University
March 27- Lehigh University
Hicksville College Information
Nights
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College Fair
• Oct 2011
• college representatives available
Financial Aid Night
• December 1, 2011
• Learn about Financial Aid Process
Student Athlete Information Night
• Dec. 6, 2011
• Guest Speaker from Penn State
College Planning Night
• April 17, 2012
• Panel of College Representatives discuss the admissions process and
what they look for in prospective students
Thank you!
Any Questions?
www.hicksvillepublicschools.org