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R.S. M. Intermediate

R.S. M. Intermediate. 7 Th Grade Planning Guide Presentation Class of 2013. RSM Guidance Counselors. Mrs. Bills, 7th/8th Grade Counselor Mrs. Fischer, Intern Counselor (Mon.- Thurs.) Visit RSM Guidance Department's Webpage - click on "Guidance" on the RSM school website. Our Goals.

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R.S. M. Intermediate

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  1. R.S. M. Intermediate • 7Th Grade Planning Guide Presentation • Class of 2013

  2. RSM Guidance Counselors • Mrs. Bills, 7th/8th Grade Counselor • Mrs. Fischer, Intern Counselor (Mon.- Thurs.) • Visit RSM Guidance Department's Webpage - click on "Guidance" on the RSM school website

  3. Our Goals... • Discuss how a counselor can help you • Discuss confidentiality • Explain how to calculate your Grade Point Average • Discuss and explain RSM Promotion Requirements • Discuss the importance of STAR testing • Discuss tips for success

  4. What can a Guidance Counselor help you with? • Academic issues • Personal problems • Social issues • Promotion requirements • ANYTHING you need help with

  5. How Do I See A Counselor? • During snack or lunch • Before or after school • By receiving a “call slip” • With your teacher’s permission • By leaving a note to set up an appointment • Sending an e-mail

  6. CONFIDENTIALITYWhat is it?

  7. Confidentiality • Certain personal information that you share with a counselor is confidential or private and told to no one else without your permission. • Things that counselors CANNOT keep private……… • If you tell a counselor someone is hurting you • 2. If you tell a counselor about a situation involving a clear and present danger to yourself or others • 3. If you tell a counselor about any planned or attempted criminal activity

  8. 7th Grade Classes8th Grade Classes English – 3 trimesters English – 3 trimesters Math – 3 trimesters Math – 3 trimesters World History – 3 trimesters U.S. History – 3 trimesters Science – 3 trimesters Science – 3 trimesters P.E. – 3 trimesters P.E.- 2 trimesters/Health – 1 tri Electives - 3 trimesters Electives – 3 trimesters *Each trimester lasts 12 weeks

  9. Tri 1 Progress: Oct. 14th Tri 1 Final: Dec. 2nd Tri 2 Progress: Jan. 27th Tri 2 Final: Mar. 9th Tri 3 Progress: May 1st Tri 3 Final: June 14th Report Card Grades

  10. Earn at least 1.5 cumulative GPA (Tri. 1+2+3) Earn at least a 1.0 cumulative Math GPA Earn at least a 1.0 cumulative English GPA No more than 3 trimester “F’s” in core classes for the year. SVUSDPromotion Requirements

  11. GPA means… Grade Point Average

  12. Change all of your grades to points Add all the points together Divide the total by the number of grades you added The average = GPA *Plus (+) and minus (-) do not change a grade’s point value* How many points are your grades worth? A = 4 B=3 C=2 D=1 F=0 How to figure out your GPA

  13. 1st Trimester ClassGradePoints English B+ 3 Math F 0 Science C 2 History C 2 P.E. A- 4 Elective D 1 Total Points = 12 Total Number of Classes = 6 12 Divided by 6 = 2.0 GPA = 2.0= C Sample GPA Calculation

  14. Indicator of how well students and schools are performing Placement in correct classes Use test results to improve student learning Preparation to pass the High School Exit Exam Why are STAR tests important?

  15. STAR Student Report was mailed home in August California Standards Test (CST) has 5 scoring levels: Advanced, Proficient, Basic, Below Basic, Far Below Basic Your GOAL is to GROW! Even one more correct question can help How did you score last year?

  16. Use your planner every period, every day Do homework daily & study Read everyday (at least 20-30 minutes) Make up work when absent Stay organized Ask teachers for help Know how you are doing – check grades online! We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not a act, but a habit. Aristotle Tips for Success at R.S.M.

  17. Questions?

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