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Junior Parents Night

Junior Parents Night. So You’re Almost A Senior!. So Many Choices. English Department: English 12 (Honors and College Prep) Medicine and Literature (H) Analytical Writing Through Film Analysis (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: English 12 (Honors and College Prep) • Medicine and Literature (H) • Analytical Writing Through Film Analysis (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 Calculus, Statistics • English: Literature/Composition

  7. SUPA Program • Courses replicate those taught on campus • Students earn credits • Students pay for credits/financial aid 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) • Economics-3 college credits (half year) • Physics-8 college credits • Accounting- 4 college credits

  9. Our Newest SUPA Courses • Introduction to Personal Finance • One semester/3 college credits • Course Outline: • Foundations of Financial Planning • Managing Basic Assets • Managing Credit • Managing Insurance Needs • Managing Investments • Retirement and Estate Planning

  10. Principles&Contemporary Issues in Sport Management • One semester/3 college credits • Students will be able to: • Identify and describe the unique characteristics and dimensions of sport • Examine some of the major problems/issues facing sport managers • Develop a knowledge and understanding for the realm of facets within the sport industry • Understand the social and ethical responsibilities involved in managing sport organizations and events • Identify career opportunities in this industry

  11. 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 for 2014-15 • Read course descriptions

  12. Important Reminders • No course changes after June 27,2014 • 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!

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

  14. 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

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

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

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

  18. 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 must meet NCAA requirements • 16 core courses (see Program of Studies for approved courses)

  19. Junior Student Small Group Meetings • The counselors began meeting with the junior students in small groups starting this week in the HS Media Center. • Topics to be discussed include planning for college, work, and other options. • Review of Naviance. Students will complete My Game Plan and begin an initial college search. • Appointment times for students are posted outside the counseling office.

  20. Junior Parent Meetings • Learn about the college application process. • Parents must choose one date and sign up tonight or call Mrs. Robinson in the Counseling Office to register at (201) 599-7221. Please choose one of the following dates: • Tues., Jan. 21st, 7:00-8:30 pm (HS Auditorium) • Wed., Jan. 22nd, 8:00-9:30 am (HS Auditorium) • Thurs., Jan. 23rd, 7:00-8:30 pm (HS Auditorium)

  21. RDHS welcomes… • Mr. Kevin O’Sullivan • Director of Admissions, Sacred Heart University

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