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Thomas S. Hart Middle School

Thomas S. Hart Middle School. 8 th Grade AB 1802 Presentation. Why is it important for the counselors to meet with you?. Assembly Bill 1802 increased funding for counseling at the middle and high school levels.

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Thomas S. Hart Middle School

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  1. Thomas S. Hart Middle School 8thGrade AB 1802 Presentation

  2. Why is it important for the counselors to meet with you? • Assembly Bill 1802 increased funding for counseling at the middle and high school levels. • Counselors are required to meet with all 7th and 8th grade students to discuss student records and future educational goals. • We want all of you to be successful students and to think about your future. Middle school is a stepping stone to high school. • Knowledge is Power!!

  3. The Middle School RecordAll of you have a cumulative record here at school that includes the following: • Transcript (6th, 7th, 8th grades) • STAR-Test Scores • Attendance • Discipline records

  4. How do you calculate your GPA (Grade Point Average)? A = 4 pts B = 3 pts C = 2 pts D = 1 pt F = 0 pts Look at your grades for each class: add up the points. Then divide the sum by the number of classes. You need a 3.5 to be on the honor roll. You need a 4.0 to be on the principal’s list. Grades

  5. Your Middle School Transcript

  6. STAR Testing • What is the STAR Test? • State test • Evaluates progress in grade level standards • How does it affect me? • Indicator of your personal academic progress • Helps determine class placement (honors classes, support/skills classes)

  7. How to read a STAR Test

  8. THE TRANSITION TO HIGH SCHOOL - A NEW JOURNEY

  9. MANY NEW BEGINNINGS • Diversity of students • Wide variety of classes • Extra curricular activities/clubs • Athletics • ROP (Regional Occupational Program) classes • Graduation requirements • CAHSEE (California High School Exit Exam) • College & career choices

  10. To graduate from high school, you need 230 credits! • What is a credit? - “Points” you can earn for passing a class • How many do you get? - 5 credits for each semester class that you pass - 10 credits for each year long class that you pass • How many do you earn each year? - Passing 6 classes = 60 credits • How many do you need to graduate? - 230 - Passing 6 classes each year for 4 years = 240 credits • How can you fall behind in credits? - Failing a class

  11. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS • English ……………………………………………40 • Math*………………………………………………20 * If Algebra requirement is met in middle school, student must still take 2 years of math in high school • Social Studies ……………………………………35 • Science …………………………………………...20 • Physical Education……………………………….20 • Fine Arts/Foreign Language…………………….10 • Health……………………………………………….5 • Electives…………………………………………..80 • Total Credits: 230

  12. ADDITIONAL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS • Speech Proficiency • California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) • English/Language Arts • Math

  13. There are many options after high school graduation. • Community College • California State University (CSU) • University of California (UC) • Private and Out-of-State Colleges • Career/Vocational Schools • Military • Work

  14. College Entrance Requirements Grades of C or better in these classes: • 2 years of History (1 world, 1 US) • 4 years of English • 3 years of Math (algebra, geometry, intermediate algebra) *UC recommends 4 years • 2 years Lab Science (Biology & Chemistry) *UC recommends 3 years • 2 years World Language *UC recommends 3 years • 1 Year Visual/Performing Art • 1 year College Prep Elective

  15. NEXT STEPS • Stay focused and study hard for the remainder of your 8th grade year (remember your GPA counts for participation in sports (2.0 with no F’s) and eligibility for certain classes) • Take the STAR test seriously and do your best • Continue to make good choices in all aspects of your life

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