Welcome to Holland High School

1. Welcome to Holland High School Sophomore Parent Meeting October 3rd, 2007

2. Agenda 1. Welcome & Introductions 2. Holland Student Information -Review 2011 Graduation Requirements -Classes Sequence -Weighted Grades -Support & Enrichment 3. Sophomore Planning Activities 4. Break-Out Sessions Parent Portal Information Auditorium with Bryan Voss, HPS Director of Finance Careerline Tech Center Information Room 804 with Mrs. Lans

3. Students will need 28 credits to graduate.

4. Trimesters and Credits 1 class = .5 credits 5 classes per trimester = 2.5 credits each trimester 3 trimesters + 5 classes daily = 15 classes a year 15 classes = 7.5 credits earned each year At the completion of the school year, each sophomore should have 15 credits!

5. 2011 Graduation Requirements For classes 2010 & Beyond The following requirements must be met to receive a Holland High School diploma:

6. College Preparation Curriculum • English – 4 years required • Math– 4 years required • Biology/Physical Science – 3 years required • History and Social Science - 3 years required; 1 year of American History and 1 year of World History is strongly recommended. • Foreign Language – 2 years required; 3 years strongly recommended • Fine and Performing Arts – 2 years strongly recommended • Computers – 1 year recommended

7. Weighted Grades Beginning with the Class of 2009, all AP courses will be based on a 5 point honor scale. 4.0 Honor Scale5.0 Honor Scale (AP Classes Only) A = 4 A = 5 B = 3 B = 4 C = 2 C = 3 D = 1 D = 2 E = 0 E = 0

8. AP Courses Offered at HHS • Biology • Calculus AC/BC • Chemistry • Economics • English Language/Composition • English Literature/Composition • European History • Government • Music Theory • Physics • Psychology • Statistics • US History • World History

9. Tutoring Sessions • Lunch hour, after school Monday-Thursday & Sat. mornings. • Led by certified staff in their area of expertise. • Teachers may refer students (You will receive a call). • Students may refer themselves (Bring materials!)

10. Tutoring Sessions

11. Parent Portal • Grades can be viewed through the internet regularly. • Complete application for activation. • 15-20 minute “how to” presentation tonight.

12. Attendence Policy • Parents must call within 24 hours to report if their child is going to be absent. • Students will be allowed six (6) absences, excused or unexcused per trimester before losing credit. However, teachers are not required to permit students to make up work for unexcused absences. • Absences as a result of attendance to funeral services of immediate family or friends, military obligations, or mandated court appearance are not included in the six permitted absences. • Students and parents will be sent reminders of excessive absences. • Should six days be exceeded, credit may still be earned provided the student maintains a “C” average for the marking period or earns at least a “C” on the final exam. Failure to meet these criteria will result in a loss of credit for the class.

13. Sophomore Year Planning Activities How can I help my tenth grader plan for the future?

14. Talk • Start the conversation about how the planning you do together now can greatly enhance your son or daughter’s smooth transition into options after high school. • Research shows that teens are still influenced more by parents than by friends, teachers or even the media.

15. Look At Your Options • College Prep Classes • Elective Classes That Match Career Interest • Career Line Tech Center • Community Classroom • Dual Enrollment • Co-op • Scholarships & Leadership Opportunities

16. Look At Your Options • Is your student taking the required college prep classes? • Is your student taking elective classes that match their career interest? • Band, choir, and orchestra classes are fine arts electives.

17. Careerline Tech Center

18. Get Organized • Keep a paper file of information together – awards, experiences, special projects, volunteer hours, etc. • Continue to research scholarships and opportunities. • Keep a timeline.

19. Checklist for College Planning When to BeginWhat To DoHow To Do It This is a good resource to help explore & prepare!

20. Use Resources • Look at any previous job shadows, career reports, assignments, etc. • Use family members as resources to talk about career paths. • Use web sites to look at career and educational information. • Use the results of the PLAN test.

21. Look At Your Options • Community Classroom • Dual Enrollment • Coop

22. PLAN Test • The PLAN test is a pre-ACT test. • It covers the same subjects that are tested on the ACT which are English, math, reading and science. • It also includes a career interest inventory that facilitates career and educational planning.

23. PLAN Test • Each subject area tested on the PLAN will identify whether the student is below, at or above the college readiness standards. • College readiness standards are reported with the score report with a score of 1-32. • College readiness benchmarks for the PLAN are: English 15Math 19 Reading 17 Science 21

25. College Admission Policies Typical ACT Composite Score 27 – 31 22 – 27 20 – 23 18 – 21 17 - 20 Highly Selective–Majority of accepted freshmen in top 10% of high school graduating class Selective – Majority of accepted freshmen in top 25% of high school graduating class. Traditional– All accepted freshmen in top 50% of high school graduating class. Liberal – Some accepted freshmen from lower half of high school graduating class. Open- All high school graduates accepted to limit of capacity.

26. Please choose a breakout session to attend: • Parent Portal Computer Information Auditorium with Bryan Voss • Careerline Tech Center Information Room 804 with Mrs. Lans

27. Thank you for partnering with us! We look forward to getting to know your student and encourage your continued involvement! Sue Hemmeke (A-L) 494-2213 Tonia Lans (A-L) 494-2213 Susan Williams (M-Z) 494-2212

28. Notes