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Junior Parents Night

Junior Parents Night. So You’re Almost A Senior!. So Many Choices. English Department: Humanities (Honors and College Prep) Literature and Social Activism (H) Medicine and Literature (H) Analytical Writing Through Film Analysis (H) American Satire (H). And Even More Choices.

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Junior Parents Night

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  1. Junior Parents Night So You’re Almost A Senior!

  2. So Many Choices English Department: • Humanities (Honors and College Prep) • Literature and Social Activism (H) • Medicine and Literature (H) • Analytical Writing Through Film Analysis (H) • American Satire (H)

  3. And Even More Choices • Syracuse University Project Advance English (SUPA); Wrt105-Practices of Academic Writing-This part of the course introduces students to the academic thinking, writing, and reading practices of the contemporary university and focuses on the skills of analysis argument. • Ets 142-Narratives of Culture: Introduction to Critical Reading-Students will examine what reading is and how meaning is created through texts and language. The courses uses a variety of works that help students analyze texts.

  4. Advanced Placement English • Literature and Composition: This course follows the AP description found at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com and works at helping students become more proficient reading of a variety of texts, as well as better writers. The reading is complex, and students are expected to complete a summer assignment prior to September.

  5. AP Information • AP is by recommendation only • Average must be 90+ in previous class • Enrollment limited to two AP concurrent courses • Required summer assignment, part of which is due before school ends • AP exam required

  6. AP Courses • Science: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Science • Social Studies: European History, Government and Politics • World Language: Spanish and French • Art: Studio Art (including photography) • Math: AB & BC Calculus, Statistics • English: Literature/Composition

  7. SUPA Program • Courses replicate those taught on campus • Students earn credits • Students pay for credits/financial aide and payment plans are available • Students receive a Syracuse University college transcript • Credits are transferable to over 700 colleges and universities in the country • Our instructors are adjunct professors

  8. SUPA Courses • English-6 college credits (full year) • Forensic Science-4 college credits (full year) • Sociology-3 college credits (half year) • Psychology-3 college credits (half year) • Public Affairs-3 college credits (half year) • Economics-3 college credits (half year) • College Learning Strategies-3 credits (half yr.) • Physics-8 college credits • Accounting: 4 college credits

  9. The Program of Studies • Locating the document: • Go to www.riverdell.org • Click on high school • Click on the guidance tab • Click on the program of studies tab • Read course descriptions

  10. Important Reminders • No course changes after July 2, 2012 • Choose both semesters carefully • Select the courses that you want • Do not select a course based on the instructor • Dropping a course is never a good idea! • Senior Internships

  11. Senior Options Program The River Dell Senior Experience

  12. Choices • Senior Internships • School to Work • Senior Service • Dual Enrollment • Job Shadow

  13. The Application Process • Final Contract Review • Schedule Availability • Transportation • Participants in Random Drug Testing Pool • Application • Interview • Attendance Record Review • Meeting Deadline Dates • Resume & Letter of Intent

  14. School to Work • Networking • Development of Workplace Readiness Skills • Creation of a Professional Portfolio & Career Goals • Paid Professional Positions • Morning School Schedule • 15 Credits • Career Counseling & Educational Support

  15. Internships • Flexible Scheduling (S1–S2 or Full Year) • Networking • Looks Great on Resumes and College Application • 2.5 – 5 credits Non-Paid • Exposure to Possible Career s • Develop Workplace Readiness Skills, Professionalism, & Independence. • Preparation for Post-Secondary Education.

  16. Senior Service • Explore diversity • Professionalism • Independence • Provides Real World Exposure • 25 hours a week • Last 5 weeks of Senior Year • Exempt from classes & finals • Volunteer at not-for-profit organization of students choice

  17. Dual Enrollment • Experience College Level Courses • Prepares Students for Post Secondary Education • Earn College Credits • Compete General Courses • Exposure to Subjects of Interest • Transferable Credits Participating Colleges : William Paterson Montclair Ramapo Bergen Community

  18. A Few Topics to Consider… Presented By The Counseling Department

  19. As you begin the college process • Keep the process in perspective • Work together as a family • Students must take ownership • Discuss finances openly • Start early and meet all deadlines • Meet often with your counselor

  20. College Admissions - Testing • Students must register to take the SAT I and/or ACT. • SAT II’s are required for some colleges, usually more competitive schools (check with each school) • River Dell Regional High School CEEB Code: 311054

  21. SAT Test Dates (register at www.collegeboard.org)

  22. ACT Test Dates (register at www.actstudent.org)

  23. National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) • Student athletes intending to play NCAA Division I or II sports must register with the NCAA • www.ncaa.org • Students in the Class of 2013 must meet NCAA requirements • 16 core courses (see Program of Studies for approved courses)

  24. Junior Student Small Group Meetings • The counselors will be meeting with the junior students in small groups starting the week of Feb. 6th, in the HS Media Center. • Topics to be discussed include planning for college, work, and other options. • Review of Naviance. • Appointment times for students will be e-mailed and posted outside the counseling office.

  25. Junior Parent Meetings • Learn about the college application process. • Parents must choose one date and call Mrs. Robinson in the Counseling Office to register at (201) 599-7221. Please choose one of the following dates: • Thursday, Feb. 9th 7:00-8:30 pm • Wednesday, Feb. 15th 8:00-9:30 am • Thursday, Feb. 16th 7:00-8:30pm Meetings will be held in the HS Auditorium

  26. RDHS welcomes… • Mr. Louis Hirsch • Director of Undergraduate Admissions, University of Delaware

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