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Sophomores:
Class of 2014
The School Counseling
Department
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Mrs. Hamilton: A- E
Mrs. Taylor: F- K
Mrs. Nappier: L- R
Mrs. Quinn: S-Z
Mrs. Horneman: Crisis Counselor
Mrs. Linfield: Career Coordinator
Mrs. Seegren and Mrs. Costolo:
Counseling Office Secretaries
Graduation Requirements
4 English
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New classes by grade
level
Must take English all 4
years
3 Science
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Conceptual Physics,
Chem I, Biology
3 Social Studies
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Gov’t., US History &
World History
4 Math
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Algebra I
Intermediate Algebra
Geometry
Algebra II
*UMD System
recommends math
every year of HS
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1 Fine Art
1 Technology Ed.
(Foundations of Tech)
1 Physical Ed.
½ Health
½ Financial Literacy or
Honors Financial
Management (taken in
11th or 12th)
Take and pass H.S.A.s
in Algebra, Biology,
and English
75 service learning
hours
Additional Graduation
Requirements
Students must choose one of
the following:
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Algebra II & 2 credits of same language
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Algebra II & 2 credits of Advanced Technology
AND / OR
A State approved Completer Program
At Career and Tech or Liberty (See your
counselor for this option)
Go for a Dual Completer! Many colleges
like to see a career focus!
Completer Programs
Apply in Fall of Sophomore
Year!
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Academy of Health- Human
Anatomy required
Academy of Finance
Auto Service Tech
Biomedical Sciences
Building Maintenance
Building Construction
Carpentry
CISCO Networking
Collision Repair
Computer Technology (CT
II- AP class)
Cosmetology-Human
Anatomy required
Culinary Arts
Drafting
Electrical Construction
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Engineering (Project Lead
The Way)
Emergency Services Tech
Floral Design
HVAC
Heavy Equipment & Truck
Technology
Landscaping Design &
Construction
Masonry
Print Production
Textiles & Fashion Design
Video Production
Welding Technology
Completer Programs offered
through LHS
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Accounting
Administrative Services
Business Administration &
Management
Financial Services, Academy of
Finance (Regional at WHS)
Marketing Completer
Early Childhood Education
Teacher Academy of Maryland (TAM)MS/HS
Food Service & Hospitality
Management (ProStart)
Animal and Veterinary Science
Horticulture
Wildlife & Natural Resources
Career Majors- your
opportunity for an internship!
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Actuarial Science
Advertising
Computer Science & Systems Analysis
Drama
Economics
Environmental Health
Family & Consumer Studies
Food & Nutrition Science
Graphic Communications
History
Human Resources
More Career Majors
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Humanities & Classical Studies
Industrial & Product Design
Information Systems Management
International Business
Law & Legal Services
Life Science
Mass Communications
Mathematics
Music Performance
Operations Mangagement
Career Majors continued…
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Physical Science
Public Relations
Social Science
Social Work
Sports & Recreation
Urban & Regional Planning
Visual Fine Arts
To qualify, you must have at least 4 credits
in the major, at least a 2.5 GPA, 94%
attendance, H.S.A.s and service hours
completed. See Mrs. Linfield!!
SATs
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The SATs are critical thinking
and problem solving questions
Get ready to take them your
junior year. It is usually best to
have completed the majority of
Algebra II before taking them.
Go to www.collegeboard.com to
register and to take advantage
of SAT Preparation Materials.
ACTs
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The ACTs are content based
tests that include science.
You can sign up on www.act.org
We encourage you to take both
tests. Typically a student will do
better on one test than the
other. It depends on your
learning and thinking style.
Career/ Interest Searches
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What is in your future?
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Check out Bridges!
www.bridges.com
Site ID
10000674
 Password
lhslions
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Be sure to create a portfolio to save
your information!
Preparing for College
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Start looking at colleges.
Think about size, location, programs, and
activities they offer.
Research requirements for SAT/ ACT
scores and GPA at individual colleges.
Get involved so you are a well rounded
candidate!
Plan a college visit/ tour.
Use websites like the CollegeBoard’s
College Search.
www.collegeboard.com
Any questions?
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Visit the School Counseling
Page from the LHS Website for
resources.
You will be meeting with your
school counselor soon!