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Sophomore Information Night January 8, 2014 Ready , Set, Go…

Sophomore Information Night January 8, 2014 Ready , Set, Go…. Agenda . Academic Planning Graduation Requirements Grades Naviance Extracurricular Activities PSAT & SAT. Graduation Requirements. EDUCATIONAL AND CAREER PLANNING FORM WASHINGTON-LEE HIGH SCHOOL

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Sophomore Information Night January 8, 2014 Ready , Set, Go…

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  1. Sophomore Information Night January 8, 2014 Ready, Set, Go…

  2. Agenda • Academic Planning • Graduation Requirements • Grades • Naviance • Extracurricular Activities • PSAT & SAT

  3. Graduation Requirements

  4. EDUCATIONAL AND CAREER PLANNING FORM WASHINGTON-LEE HIGH SCHOOL Student___________________________________ Student #__________________ Counselor__________ Graduation Year:_________DOB______________ This is a tentative planning document which is to be reviewed annually and revised as appropriate.

  5. Calculating GPA – Quality Points

  6. Improving Grades • Every quarter is 1/5th of Final Grade • Final Grade = 4 quarters + Final Exam • Extra Help Sessions

  7. Student Access • Parent Access How do I log on? Contact: Eric Hill College and Career Specialist Eric.hill@apsva.us

  8. Extracurricular Activities Colleges do care • School activities • Work experience • Community service

  9. PSATs Done - What’s Next? My College QuickStart™ www.collegeboard.org

  10. What Should I Do Now? • Get to know your counselor • Extra Help Sessions • Course Selection Course Request Forms (CRFs) due: February 21, 2014 Scheduling Information Night: January 30, 2014 • College Research & Visits • Be active during the summer

  11. College Admissions • Academics • Extracurricular Activities and Leadership • Essays, Recommendations, and Interviews • Other Factors

  12. Parent to Parent- Words of Advice • Communicate with the school but allow your child to be a self-advocate. • Support and encourage challenging courses. • Have a folder to file all awards, letter of recognition, accomplishments, etc.

  13. Before You Go…Online Reputation

  14. Internet Do’s and Don’ts Do’s Don'ts Post incriminating information Use social-networking sites to disparage or bully others • Keep in touch with your friends. • Take advantage of privacy controls • Be aware of who can view your online information.

  15. Thank you!

  16. Meet & Greet Counselors

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