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STEPS TO SUCCESS

9 TH , 10 TH , & 11 TH GRADE PARENT NIGHT. STEPS TO SUCCESS. Presented by: Christy Tucker, Latrice Patton & Trudy Love George Ranch High School September 17 th , 2012. ADMINISTRATOR & counselor assignments. Alpha AP. Alpha Counselors.

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STEPS TO SUCCESS

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  1. 9TH, 10TH, & 11THGRADE PARENT NIGHT STEPS TO SUCCESS Presented by: Christy Tucker, Latrice Patton & Trudy Love George Ranch High School September 17th, 2012

  2. ADMINISTRATOR & counselor assignments • Alpha AP • Alpha Counselors • A-F Deborah Bible • G-M Tim Walker • N-Z Fred Black • A-E Carin Reeves • F-L Latrice Patton • M-R Christy Tucker • S-Z Trudy Love • Testing Coordinator • Chelsea Harmon • College & Career Facilitator • Allison Parker • Registrar • Sandra Luckett • Secretaries • Kimberly Sabin, Counselor Secretary • Veronica Moreno, Administrator Secretary • Mary Villareal, Administrator Secretary

  3. Graduation plans RECOMMENDED GRADUATION PLAN DISTINGUISHED GRADUATION PLAN

  4. 26 Credits 26 Credits * DAP also requires 4 advanced measures. Graduation plans

  5. Grade information SEMESTERCLASS: ½ CREDIT FULL YEAR CLASS: 1 CREDIT Grade Classification: 9th Grade: 4.5 or less 10th Grade: 5.0 – 9.5 11th Grade: 10.0 – 14.5 12th Grade: 15.0 or more • A 90 – 100 • B 80 – 89 • C 75 – 79 • D 70 – 74 • F 0 - 69

  6. Semester Grades • Minor grades and major grades will be recorded as numbers in the grade book. Six weeks and semester grades will also be averaged and recorded on the report card numerically.Example: 80% 20%

  7. HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS High school credits for students in grades 9-12 are awarded on a semester by semester basis. If a student fails the first semester of a full-year course and passes the second semester, the two semester grades will be averaged to determine whether the student has earned a passing grade for the year.Example: 65 (1st semester) + 75 (2nd semester) = 70 avg. Credit will be awarded for both semesters.

  8. HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS CONT’D However, if a student passes the first semester of a full-year course, but fails the second semester, the second semester grade cannot be averaged. The student must repeat the second semester of the course for the four core classes and foreign language only.Example: 80 (1st semester) + 60 (2nd semester) = 70 Avg Second semester credit will not be awarded.

  9. Exemption policy semester exams Grade 9 = 2 Exemptions per Semester • No more than three absences in the class • Grade of 80 or above in the class in which they are requesting exemption • No more than three office referrals • No suspension or ALC assignment • No fines or unpaid fees

  10. Exemption policy semester exams Grade 10 – 3 exemptions Grade 11 – 4 exemptions • No more than three absences in the class • Grade of 80 or above in the class in which they are requesting exemption • No more than three office referrals • No suspension or ALC assignment • No fines or unpaid fees • Passing TAKS (Juniors) will be a factor for Spring exemptions.

  11. GPA Grade Point Average (GPA) = the average of all classes AP x 1.2 90 x 1.2 = 108 PAP & Dual Credit x 1.1 90 x 1.1 = 99 Academic x 1.0 90 x 1 = 90

  12. Class rank • Class Rank is based on the cumulative grade point average for grades 9-12. • A student’s GPA is derived by dividing the total number of grade points by the number of semester courses attempted. • Junior ranks will be determined in early October. Sophomores in mid-late October will be updated after each subsequent semester.

  13. IMPORTANT COMPONENTS OF ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT RECORD Grades Test Scores GPA Class Rank ALL Classes Taken It is YOUR record. Make it a SUCCESSFUL one!

  14. 3 Things Colleges Consider • Academics • High School Transcript • GPA • Assessment PSAT SAT ACT AP • Extra-Curricular Leadership Community Service Athletic Involvement

  15. The Benefits of AP Courses AP courses can be challenging, but it’s work that pays off. • AP courses are often the most interesting and fulfilling courses a student takes in high school. • AP teachers are among the most prepared, dedicated, and inspiring teachers at their schools. • Students develop confidence, and learn the study habits and time management skills essential for success in college.

  16. AP and College Admission “We look favorably on students who have taken AP courses. The presence of AP courses is a sign that a student has chosen to challenge him/herself.” —Admission Officer • Colleges rank “Grades in college prep courses” and “Strength of curriculum” as the top two factors in the admission decision.* • 85% of selective colleges and universities report that a student’s AP experience favorably impacts admission decisions.** * 2009 State of College Admission, NACAC ** Unpublished institutional research, Crux Research Inc. March 2007

  17. AP Courses Offered by Our District: • English: English III, English IV • Math: Calculus AB, BC, Statistics, Computer Science I • Social Studies: Human Geography, World History, U.S. History, Economics, U.S. Government, Psychology, European History • Science: Biology II, Chemistry II, Environmental Science, Physics II • Foreign Language: Spanish IV, Spanish V, French IV • Fine Arts: Art IV Drawing, Music Theory

  18. What Are AP Courses Like? AP courses typically demand more of students than regular or honors courses. • Classes tend to be fast-paced and cover more material than typical high school classes. • More time, inside and outside of the classroom, is required to complete lessons, assignments and homework. • AP teachers expect their students to think critically, analyze and synthesize facts and data, weigh competing perspectives, and write clearly and persuasively.

  19. How Can Parents Help Support Their Children? • Encourage time management. • Remind them to prioritize. • Recommend they form study groups. • Designate specific areas for homework and studying. • Remind them to turn off all electronic devices.

  20. AP Exams • AP Exams are administered by schools worldwide on set dates each May. Exams this year will be from May 6 – May 17, 2013. • Exams usually last around three hours. • Each AP Exam contains: • Multiple-choice questions • Free-response questions (essay, problem-solving, oral response)

  21. Upcoming test

  22. Tips on how to balance school and activities: • Being involved is important! • Every student must determine the right combination of courses and activities. • Appropriate choice of course level is key! balance

  23. hOMEWORK • Expect your child to have homework every night. • BE CONCERNED – No books, no homework, no assignments, no tests to study for, etc. • Monitor study time • E-mail teachers • Check teacher websites • Call the teacher if you have questions • Check parent portal and online grades

  24. Department test & project days

  25. Upcoming test TESTING INFORMATION Note: GRHS TESTING CODE IS 445862

  26. PSAT Test Wednesday, October 17th @ GRHS • What does the PSAT Measure? • Reading, critical thinking, problem solving and writing skills. • Provides 3 scores: • Critical Reading • Math • Writing • Scores range from 20 to 80 with 80 being the best. • Practice for SAT

  27. Sat/act Test • School Code: 445862 • On-line registrations available • www.collegeboard.com • www.act.org • Scores are sent directly to the colleges that you list on the registration form.

  28. End of course (EOC) Test The State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STARR) is the new state assessment program that begins in spring 2012. STAAR will replace the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) that has been in place since 2003 and includes 12 end-of-course (EOC) assessments for students in grades 3 through 8 and 9th graders who entered high school for the first time in 2011-2012. Students already in high school prior to 2011-2012 continue to have TAKS as their graduation requirement. http://www.tea.state.tx.us/student.assessment/staar/

  29. End of course (EOC) Test Four Content Areas: End of Course http://www.tea.state.tx.us/student.assessment/staar/

  30. PLANNING FOR COLLEGE… • Take challenging courses • Maintain high GPA • Take practice test and admissions test • Participate in extra-curricular activities • Research college admissions standards • Volunteer (Service Cord) www.collegeboard.com

  31. TOP 10% RULE Students ranking in the top *10% of their graduating class must be admitted to the Texas public college or university of their choice if they: Apply no later than two years after graduation from a Texas High School and… Submit a completed application before the expiration of any filing deadline established by the college. * University of Texas is top 8% and this is subject to change

  32. College Night The Lamar Consolidated Independent School District will be hosting College and Career Night on: Monday, October 8, 2012 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Location:   Terry High School 5500 Avenue N Rosenberg, Texas 77471

  33. Welcome to the GRHS COUNSELOR CORNER Visit the George Ranch High School’s Counselor Corner at: http://www.lcisd.org/schools/HighSchools/GeorgeRanchHighSchool/Counselor GRHS Counselor Corner

  34. SERVICE CORD… • TWITTER info @GRHSservicecord for available opportunities. • Hours required are an average of 40 per year that the student is enrolled at George Ranch High School. • Class of 2013 (Juniors only ) need 120 hours by graduation • Class of 2014 and 2015 need 160 hours by graduation • Service Cord starts on the First Day of school freshman year • The following MAY count toward service hours: • Volunteer duties associated with a church or other community oriented non-profit organization • Boy Scout/Girl Scout service hours • Rosenberg/Richmond/Sugarland etc revitalization • Highway cleanup • Blood drives (including giving blood = 1 hour of service) • Structured tutoring (such as adult education, literacy programs, citizenship programs, etc) • All community service hours honored by PAL’s, National Honor Society, Student Council, etc. may also be submitted for consideration for Service Cord Hours.

  35. Europe Trip Juniors & Seniors Visit London, Paris, and Rome When: 6/17/2013 – 6/25/2013 You can find out details at http://www.eftours.com/enroll . Type in the tour number: 1241069 Deadline to sign-up is September 30th

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