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10 th Grade Parent Night “On the Road to Graduation & Beyond” February 22, 2010

10 th Grade Parent Night “On the Road to Graduation & Beyond” February 22, 2010. A-C Julia Taylor E- J Cheryl Chenet K-O Rebecca Andrews R-U Eric Chancy D,P,Q,V – Z Melissa Schwartz. John Hayden, Dean of Students

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10 th Grade Parent Night “On the Road to Graduation & Beyond” February 22, 2010

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  1. 10thGrade Parent Night“On the Road to Graduation & Beyond”February 22, 2010 A-C Julia Taylor E- J Cheryl Chenet K-O Rebecca Andrews R-U Eric Chancy D,P,Q,V – ZMelissa Schwartz John Hayden, Dean of Students Barbie Green, Counseling Intern* Michelle Pittelli, SAP Tony Wilson, IC* *not pictured

  2. I. GRADUATION PROCESS Requirements Promotion GPA, etc.

  3. HS GraduationRequirements Successfully complete course of study requirements with stated credit distribution: 26 credits required for class of 2012 Pass 5 EOC assessments *Algebra I*Biology*English 1 *Civics & Econ *US History

  4. 4 Courses of StudyProgram planning guide (online) Career Prep – designed to prepare students for entry-level career choices and admission to a community college or the military College Tech Prep – prepares students for admission in highly technical fields of study at a community college or the military College/University Prep – fulfills the minimum course requirements for admission to UNC Institutions or the military Occupational Prep – prepares selected Special Education students to enter competitive employment

  5. NC Courses of StudyGraduation Requirements Main Differences

  6. PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS To go to 11th grade: Complete 12 credits English II, 1 Math, 1 Science, & 1 Social Studies 8 additional credits

  7. The GPA What does GPA stand for? What are quality points? How do I calculate it?

  8. Quality Points Grade Standard Honors AP (Regular) (Advanced) (Advanced Placement) A 4 5 6 B 3 4 5 C 2 3 4 D 1 2 3 F 0 0 0

  9. Calculating the Grade Point Average (GPA) • Add the number of quality points earned for the final grade in each course • Divide the total number of quality points by the number of courses taken • The result is the grade point average—GPA

  10. Athletic Requirements • 85% Attendance required during the semester prior. • Under 19 on or before October 16th • Must have passed 3 of 4 courses during the previous semester • Must maintain overall 1.5 GPA • Must not be convicted of a felony • Must live in the school district and enroll no later than the 15th day of the present semester

  11. II. REGISTRATION PROCESS Course Offerings Timeline

  12. 11th Grade Core Classes • English III • US History • Math • Science

  13. Lenguas Extranjeras • German • Spanish • Spanish for Native Speakers • Level I & II should be taken in the same year

  14. Second Languages • The UNC college systemrequires a minimum of 2 credits in the same foreign language. 3 credits are recommended. (Honors credit is earned for Level III and above). Level III is an immersion class. • Levels I and II are taken the same year • Unless students are continuing the study of a language from middle school, or wish to take second language each year of high school, they are advised to wait until Grade 10 or 11 to begin their foreign language sequence.

  15. Apex High School Fine Arts Pathways Visual Arts Music (Vocal or Instrumental) Theatre Arts (Performance or Tech Theatre) 4 credits including a capstone* course completes a pathway

  16. Apex High School College-Technical Pathways Business Technologies Commercial & Artistic Production Technologies Construction Technologies Transportation Technologies 4 credits including a capstone* course completes a pathway Health Sciences Engineering Technologies Public Services Technologies

  17. Courses • Teacher Cadet I --- application only • Automotive Technology III-- 2 credits • FACS Advanced Studies- application only – 12th grade only • Computer Art & Animation II • Forensics Re-Introduced classes (availability dependent on student enrollment): • Astronomy • AP Biology • AP Physics • Anatomy & Physiology

  18. About Course Qualifiers • Courses for specific grade levels • Courses with cohorts • Courses with prerequisites • Courses requiring applications ( due Feb. 24 ) • The Program Planning Guide ( online ) • Course Offerings ( online & in student folder received in classroom presentation)

  19. REGISTRATION TIMELINE February 23 – 25 - classroom presentations March 8 – students can go on SPAN to register for courses for 2010-2011 *students will receive instructions in homeroom March 19 – signed registration form is due to current math teacher or Mrs. Salpietro April 28 – students check course verification on SPAN -- 8 primary courses and 3 alternates; changes can be made June 23 – last day to make changes

  20. III. GETTING READY FOR COLLEGE Required Tests Useful Websites

  21. PSAT PSAT-previously released SAT test Given at AHS in October Free to all sophomores $15 for juniors who sign up (strongly recommended) My college Quick Start (personalized study guide for the SAT) found at www.collegeboard.com Current 10th grade students received a test booklet, a profile sheet with the correct answers, the student’s answers, and suggestions for improvement in late December.

  22. SAT & ACT Tests • SAT and ACT scores are used by colleges as a uniform comparison and one piece of data when making admission decisions. • Students can take the test multiple times (~$45 each time) and most colleges will accept your highest score on each individual section. • All 4 year schools expect to see a score, and many will use the scores for placement. • Not required for community colleges (used for placement if taken)

  23. SAT or ACT ? • Critical Reading, Math, & Writing • www.collegeboard.com • Check with the individual schools to see if they have a preference • Interested in a 4 yr school? Good idea to take one by the end of junior year English, Reading, Math, Science Reasoning, & Writing (optional) www.ACT.org

  24. SAT II Tests Subject area tests required by a few universities usually for admission, placement purposes, or advising for future courses Individual universities determine this requirement Cost – basic fee $20 + additional fee for each test Generally taken senior year or close to the completion of the subject

  25. Looking ahead:What do colleges look at? Grade Point Average (GPA) Difficulty of Course Load SAT/ACT scores Class Rank HS and community activities, involvement Recommendations Writing -- Essay

  26. Take Note • For the class of 2012, the GPA required for a NC university entry is 2.3 . • The minimum SAT combined Critical Reading & Mathematics score required for a NC university is 750. • The minimum ACT composite score is 16. • It’s time to start researching colleges. • There are many universities and community colleges---find the one that fits you!

  27. Spring College and Post Secondary Opportunities Fair  Saturday, March 6, 2010 Panther Creek HS 6770 McCrimmon Pkwy Cary, NC 27519 10:00-11:30am for students from: Panther Creek HS, Green Hope HS, Middle Creek HS, & Apex HS • Representatives from NC public & independent colleges/universities & community colleges will be available to answer questions from parents and students. • Special presentation, “College 101– Tips for College Admission,” by Dave Meredith, Assistant Director of Admissions at UNC Chapel Hill. (10:30am/12:00pm in PCHS auditorium)

  28. www.CFNC.org College Foundation of North Carolina Research any North Carolina 2 or 4 yr school Common college application for all NC higher education institutions Take career surveys, SAT & ACT practice, college information, high school planner, financial aid information, search for scholarships

  29. www.collegeboard.com Register for SAT & SAT II subject tests SAT Question of the day Research careers & majors Research schools—sizes, costs, test scores, majors, requirements, activities Search for schools by sports, location, major, extracurricular activities College Quick Start personalized SAT study guide based on PSAT results

  30. Communication(communication) www.apexhigh.com Cougar Notes Phone Master Follow us on Twitter @apexcounselors Teacher e-mails 3 week interims every quarter Student Parent Access Network (SPAN) For 2010 – 2011 all teachers will use SPAN

  31. Reminders • Use CFNC– “High School Planner” • Test Scores Awards Received • Offices Held Activities & Honors • Volunteer Work Courses Taken& Grades • Graduation Plan • Research Colleges, Practice SAT questions • Student Services will be here to support you. • There are all kinds of jobs, community colleges, and colleges out there. It’s about finding the shoe that fits you.

  32. Remaining Program • Q & A • Please fill out Evaluations & place them in boxes in the lobby

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